6-Day Glacier to Geysers Tour
Trip Highlights
Description
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Touch down in the Glacier region and ease into the adventure with a scenic orientation through Whitefish, West Glacier, and the shores of Lake McDonald. You'll cap the day with a classic one-hour boat cruise on Lake McDonald aboard the historic DeSmet—an unforgettable first look at Glacier's calm, crystal-blue waters—before settling into your lodge for dinner.
- Airport pickup at Glacier Park International Airport (FCA), Kalispell
- Scenic drive through Whitefish and West Glacier
- One-hour scenic boat cruise on Lake McDonald aboard the historic DeSmet
- Lodge check-in and dinner in the Glacier area
Today is Glacier's greatest-hits day: legendary overlooks, waterfall stops, and short hikes that deliver big views. You'll travel the park's most iconic corridor—entering through the West Glacier entrance, stopping for Trail of Cedars, Weeping Wall, and the Logan Pass area—before finishing in the Many Glacier region for waterfalls, lake scenery, and lodge views. Overnight in East Glacier.
- Trail of Cedars & Weeping Wall
- Hidden Lake Trail & Logan Pass Visitor Center
- Jackson Glacier Overlook, Sunrift Gorge & Wild Goose Island Lookout
- Many Glacier Hotel & Swiftcurrent Lake region
- Dinner and overnight in East Glacier
Leaving Glacier behind, you'll connect with Montana's deeper story—first through Plains Indian culture, then the state's surprising dinosaur legacy, and finally with Lewis & Clark history in Great Falls. The day ends with a quirky local icon: the legendary Sip 'n Dip mermaids.
- Museum of the Plains Indian
- Old Trail Dinosaur Museum
- Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, Great Falls
- Happy hour at the Sip 'n Dip Lounge (mermaids!)
- Overnight in Great Falls
A scenic transition day that still packs a punch: big-water springs, sweeping Montana landscapes, and a relaxing mineral soak at the famous Chico Hot Springs. By evening, you'll be in Gardiner—poised at Yellowstone's doorstep.
- Giant Springs State Park, Great Falls
- First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park
- Lunch at White Sulphur Resort
- Historic Livingston, MT
- Mineral soak at Chico Hot Springs
- Check-in at Gardiner hotel near Yellowstone's North Entrance
Your classic Yellowstone wildlife day, focused on the Northern Range—especially Lamar Valley and the road toward Cooke City. Prime wildlife viewing country is paired with iconic vistas, short hikes, and canyon drama at the Brink of the Lower Falls, volcanic cliffs, and Mammoth's steaming terraces.
- Lamar Valley wildlife scanning (wolves, bison, bears)
- Calcite Springs Overlook
- Tower Falls & Dunraven Pass
- Brink of the Lower Falls hike (Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone)
- Obsidian Cliffs & Sheepeater Cliffs
- Mammoth Hot Springs Upper Terrace
- Return to Gardiner for overnight
Yellowstone's grand geothermal finale—Norris Geyser Basin, bubbling paint pots, the brilliant colors of Grand Prismatic, and Old Faithful—paired with the park's biggest lake and its most dramatic wildlife valley. Expect world-famous hydrothermal features, steamy landscapes, and excellent wildlife viewing in Hayden Valley before returning to Gardiner.
- Norris Geyser Basin
- Firehole Canyon Drive
- Fountain Paint Pots & Grand Prismatic Hot Spring
- Old Faithful eruption & the Old Faithful Inn
- Yellowstone Lake & West Thumb
- Mud Volcano & Dragon's Mouth Spring
- Wildlife watching in Hayden Valley
- Inspiration Point & return to Gardiner
Tour info
Why take this tour?
A seamless six-day private expedition from Glacier's alpine peaks to Yellowstone's geysers—covering two national parks, Montana's cultural heartland, and a hot-springs soak along the way. Airport transfers, accommodations, meals, and expert guiding are all handled for you.
Wildlife You May Spot
With two full days in Yellowstone and two days in Glacier, this tour offers outstanding wildlife-viewing opportunities across Montana's Northern Rockies. You may encounter: In Glacier: Grizzly Bears, Mountain Goats, Bighorn Sheep, Moose, Deer, and Eagles In Yellowstone (especially Lamar and Hayden Valleys): Wolves, Bison, Grizzly Bears, Elk, Pronghorn, Coyotes, and Bald Eagles Dawn and dusk provide the best viewing windows. Your guide carries Vortex™ spotting scopes and binoculars to maximize every sighting.
Included
- Airport pickup at Glacier Park International Airport (FCA), Kalispell
- Airport drop-off at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
- 5 nights of comfortable accommodations throughout the journey
- Fine dining and all meals — breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks & non-alcoholic beverages
- Expert private guide with in-depth knowledge of geology, wildlife, ecology & history
- Lake McDonald one-hour scenic boat cruise aboard the historic DeSmet
- Transportation in a comfortable Chevy Suburban or Ford Transit Van
- Interpretive storytelling on Native American heritage, pioneer history, and natural science
- Taxes and fees
Excluded
- Airfare
- Alcoholic beverages
- National Park entry fees (check if included — confirm at time of booking)
- Guide gratuity (15% is customary and greatly appreciated)
- Personal expenses
Frequently asked questions
The price of $3,995 per person (taxes and fees included) covers your airport pickup in Kalispell, 5 nights of accommodations, all meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages), the Lake McDonald boat cruise, expert private guiding, and transportation throughout the tour. Drop-off is at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN).
The tour begins with airport pickup at Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, MT and ends with a drop-off at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN). This is a point-to-point itinerary, so you'll fly into Kalispell and out of Bozeman.
This tour runs on select dates: July 10–17 and September 17–24. These specific departure windows are when the tour operates — contact us to check availability and secure your dates.
With two days in Glacier and two in Yellowstone, this tour offers outstanding wildlife-viewing across the Northern Rockies. In Glacier, look for grizzly bears, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and eagles. In Yellowstone's Lamar and Hayden Valleys, possible sightings include wolves, bison, grizzly bears, elk, pronghorn, coyotes, and bald eagles. Your guide carries Vortex™ spotting scopes and binoculars.
This is a private tour for up to 8 guests per vehicle. All ages are welcome.
Day 7 is your departure day. You'll have the option to enjoy a grab-and-go breakfast from Mama Mac's before your transfer to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) for your flight home.
The route travels from Glacier National Park (Kalispell) across Montana to Yellowstone. Key stops include: West Glacier and Whitefish → Glacier National Park (Logan Pass, Many Glacier) → East Glacier → Great Falls (Museum of the Plains Indian, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center) → Livingston → Chico Hot Springs → Gardiner → Yellowstone National Park (Northern Range, Lamar Valley, Upper Loop, Lower Loop) → Bozeman.
Things to know
Pricing & What's Included
$3,995 per person (taxes and fees included). Maximum of 8 guests per vehicle. Price covers airport-to-airport transfers, 5 nights accommodations, all meals, the Lake McDonald boat cruise, expert private guide, and transportation.
Tour Dates & Availability
This tour operates on select departure dates: July 10–17 and September 17–24. Availability is limited — contact Obsidian Expeditions early to secure your spot.
Pick-Up & Drop-Off
The tour begins with airport pickup at Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, MT on Day 1. The tour ends with a drop-off at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) on Day 7. This is a point-to-point itinerary — fly into Kalispell, fly home from Bozeman.
Group Size
This is a private tour for up to 8 guests per vehicle. All ages are welcome.
Gratuity
Guide gratuity is not included. A 15% gratuity is customary and greatly appreciated.
Departure Day (Day 7)
Day 7 is your departure day. Enjoy an optional grab-and-go breakfast from Mama Mac's, then transfer to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) for your flight home.
What to Bring
Layered clothing for variable mountain weather, sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and a camera. Your guide provides Vortex™ spotting scopes and binoculars.
Pricing & What's Included
$3,995 per person (taxes and fees included). Maximum of 8 guests per vehicle. Price covers airport-to-airport transfers, 5 nights accommodations, all meals, the Lake McDonald boat cruise, expert private guide, and transportation.
Tour Dates & Availability
This tour operates on select departure dates: July 10–17 and September 17–24. Availability is limited — contact Obsidian Expeditions early to secure your spot.
Pick-Up & Drop-Off
The tour begins with airport pickup at Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, MT on Day 1. The tour ends with a drop-off at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) on Day 7. This is a point-to-point itinerary — fly into Kalispell, fly home from Bozeman.
Group Size
This is a private tour for up to 8 guests per vehicle. All ages are welcome.
Gratuity
Guide gratuity is not included. A 15% gratuity is customary and greatly appreciated.
Departure Day (Day 7)
Day 7 is your departure day. Enjoy an optional grab-and-go breakfast from Mama Mac's, then transfer to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) for your flight home.
What to Bring
Layered clothing for variable mountain weather, sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and a camera. Your guide provides Vortex™ spotting scopes and binoculars.
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