Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful
This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone. The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk. Later we hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide at Isa Lake and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive in the Hayden Valley where big herds of bison roam. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing falls (one is almost 200 feet tall!). The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.
Departure Point
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
Return Details
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
Duration
8 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Madison River
Madison Junction, Wyoming
Watch wildlife in the early morning along the Madison River.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Grand Prismatic Spring
Midway Geyser Basin, Wyoming
We hike to a viewpoint of the Grand Prismatic Hot Springs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Old Faithful
Upper Geyser Basin Trl, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
We watch Old Faithful erupt and explore the Upper Geyser Basin as desired. The historic Old Faithful Inn is also of interest to travelers.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: West Thumb Geyser Basin
Wyoming
A beautiful geyser basin along the shores of Yellowstone Lake.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Hayden Valley
Wyoming
Wildlife viewing in one of Yellowstone's most iconic valleys.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Wyoming
Stunning views of the wonderous colors and thundering falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Binoculars
- Spotting Scope
Exclusions
- Park Entrance Fee
Traveler Pickup Information
We will meet you at the lobby of any hotel in West Yellowstone or any vacation rental located within the boundaries of West Yellowstone. For travelers who are staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center. Please do not pick a hotel where you are not staying as your meeting point.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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