About this Tour
This 9-day Western U.S. journey connects three of the region’s most distinctive travel areas: Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Colorado’s mountain and geological highlights. Starting in Salt Lake City and ending in Denver, the itinerary is designed for travelers who want to experience iconic national parks, scenic mountain towns, hot springs, wildlife, and unique rock formations in one well-structured route.
Highlights include Antelope Island, Lava Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, Dinosaur National Monument, Steamboat Springs, Glenwood Canyon, Hanging Lake, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Golden, and Denver. With a strong mix of national park scenery, Western landscapes, soft adventure, and cultural sightseeing, this small-group tour offers a distinctive itinerary for travelers seeking a broader American West experience beyond the classic Yellowstone route.
4CanGo Small Group Program
Our 4CanGo departures are confirmed to operate as soon as four guests are booked, with a maximum of ten travelers per departure. Once the minimum is met, your trip goes ahead, so you can plan with confidence and enjoy the attentive pace that only a small group allows.
Online booking is set up for parties of four or more. If you are traveling solo or with a group of three or fewer, please contact us and we will arrange your booking directly. We are glad to build flexible arrangements around your preferred dates, group size, and travel style.
Quality of service is our priority. Every Horizon itinerary is planned by a team led by a founder with more than 20 years in the travel industry, specializing in both U.S. national park tours and international travel. We are committed to delivering a personalized and memorable journey.
Operating Season: Activities vary by season. In winter, Day 6 in Steamboat Springs features skiing, while in the warmer months it shifts to biking and hiking. Some stops, such as Hanging Lake, are seasonal and depend on access and weather.
About Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park is America’s first national park, famous for its dramatic geysers, colorful hot springs, and abundant wildlife. Spanning three states, it showcases some of the most beautiful landmarks and landscapes in the world.
Moments from this Tour
What’s Included
- Ground Transportation from Arrival to Departure
- Snacks and Bottled Water
- All National and State Park Entrance Fees
- 8 Breakfasts and 8 Night Accommodations
- Activities in Itinerary
What’s Excluded
- Expenses from Activities and Meals not denoted in the Itinerary
- Tour Guide Gratuities (recommended 10% gratuity)
- Trip and Cancellation Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Flight Tickets
Itinerary
Day 1: Salt Lake City — Antelope Island — Lava Hot Springs
Your adventure opens in the high-desert basin of Salt Lake City, where snow-capped peaks frame a surprisingly cosmopolitan downtown. Meet your guide and fellow travelers before beginning the journey north.
Accommodations: Hotel near Idaho Falls
Meals: N/A
Day 2: Lava Hot Springs — West Yellowstone
Lava Hot Springs
Wake to the sound of the Portneuf River flowing past your balcony before traveling north toward Montana.
Yellowstone
Enter Yellowstone for your first introduction to geothermal wonders and wildlife.
Accommodations: Hotel in West Yellowstone
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Yellowstone Southern Loop
Visit Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
Accommodations: Hotel in West Yellowstone
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Yellowstone — Grand Teton — Jackson
Travel south through Yellowstone before entering Grand Teton National Park, where the dramatic Teton Range rises sharply above the valley floor.
Accommodations: Hotel near Jackson
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Jackson — Dinosaur National Monument — Steamboat Springs
Continue south toward Colorado and arrive in Steamboat Springs for mountain activities and relaxing hot springs.
Accommodations: Hotel near Old Town Hot Springs
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Steamboat Ski, Alternatives, & Soak
Enjoy skiing, biking, or relaxing in Steamboat’s famous hot springs.
Accommodations: 3–4 star Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Hanging Lake — Glenwood Hot Springs — Frisco
Travel through Glenwood Canyon and hike to the famous turquoise waters of Hanging Lake before relaxing in Glenwood Hot Springs.
Accommodations: 3–4 star Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Garden of the Gods — Pikes Peak — Colorado Springs
Explore the towering red rock formations of Garden of the Gods and ride the Pikes Peak Cog Railway to the summit.
Accommodations: 3–4 star Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Red Rocks Amphitheatre — Golden — Denver
Visit the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre before continuing to Golden and Denver to conclude the tour.
Accommodations: N/A
Meals: Breakfast
Age Requirements
Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult responsible for their supervision and well-being throughout the tour. All travelers should be able to safely and comfortably participate in the itinerary.