Yellowstone and Big Sky Country | AAA Western & Central New York

Yellowstone and Big Sky Country
from $3,550 pp

Duration: 8 Days
Destinations: United States

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From wild horses to wide-open skies, this journey through Wyoming and Montana connects you with the stories, landscapes and local ways of the American West. Ride through a working horse sanctuary, follow the paths of early pioneers and explore Yellowstone's geysers, canyons and valleys. Along the way, meet artisans, wildlife experts and ranching communities who share their traditions and connection to the land.

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Included With Your Trip

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing All transport and transfers shown Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized

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Welcome to Denver

Welcome to Denver, the Mile High City. Set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, this state capital blends old west roots with modern energy. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for dinner where you'll hear more about the journey ahead through Wyoming and Montana.
Hotel: The Slate Hotel Denver Downtown, Tapestry by Hilton

Pioneer to Cheyenne and Casper

Head north to Cheyenne, the capital of Wyoming and home to its cowboy traditions. Visit the Cheyenne Head north to Cheyenne, the capital of Wyoming and home to its cowboy traditions. Visit the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum to explore rodeo history, restored wagons and Western art. After an orientation tour with your Travel Director, enjoy time at leisure to look around the historic downtown or grab a bite to eat. This afternoon, continue to Casper where you'll visit the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center and learn how early pioneers crossed the plains in search of a new life out West.

Horses, Dinosaurs and Cowboys Make Travel Matter

Start the day with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at the Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary. Ride into the pastures with a Local Specialist and meet free-roaming mustangs on a working cattle ranch that protects over 250 unadoptable horses. Continue on to Riverton for a scattered lunch before traveling to the Wyoming Dinosaur Center to see fossils and a working dig lab. Arrive in Cody and check in to your hotel, then you'll meet a local artisan for a private tour of the By Western Hands studio. End the day at the historic Irma Hotel where your host welcomes you for a Be My Guest dinner in true Western style.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Cody - Convention Center

Explore Yellowstone National Park

Spend the morning in Cody. You may choose to join an Optional Experience to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, a Smithsonian-affiliated complex of five museums focused on the culture and history of the American West. Alternatively, explore the town at your own pace. Later, travel into Yellowstone National Park. You'll visit Lake Yellowstone, stop at Artist Point and see the powerful Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River.
Hotel: Holiday Inn West Yellowstone

Traverse Geysers and Canyons

Spend the day exploring more of Yellowstone National Park, with stops at some of its most well-known sights. Visit West Thumb Geyser Basin, set along the edge of Yellowstone Lake. Keep an eye out for wildlife as you cross through Hayden Valley. Take in views of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone before arriving at Old Faithful, where the famous geyser erupts on a regular schedule. End the day in West Yellowstone and enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers.
Hotel: Holiday Inn West Yellowstone

Yellowstone's Backcountry Adventures Stays with Stories

Travel the upper loop of Yellowstone National Park and take in more of its dramatic landscapes. In Lamar Valley, keep your eyes open for wildlifethis open terrain is one of the best places in the park to spot bison, elk and pronghorn. At Mammoth Hot Springs, walk along boardwalks that wind past steaming limestone terraces and thermal pools. Later, head into Montana's Paradise Valley and check in to your Stays with Stories experience at Chico Hot Springs. This historic lodge has been welcoming travelers for over a century, offering a warm, relaxed setting at the base of the Absaroka Mountains.
Hotel: Chico Hot Springs

Paradise Valley Your Way

Take the day to relax or explore more of Yellowstone National Park from your base at Chico Hot Springs. This historic lodge offers a range of ways to enjoy the surrounding landscapes and warm hospitality. You might soak in the natural hot springs, book a spa treatment or explore the trails on horseback (booked separately). Trout pond fishing, disc golf and garden tours are also available. In the evening, choose from a series of local talks. In the afternoon, enjoy a conversation with a local equine specialist exploring mules, horses, and life in the Yellowstone backcountry. Learn how local horsemen have skillfully navigated and survived this wild terrain for generations.
Hotel: Chico Hot Springs

Farewell Bozeman

Say goodbye to your Travel Director and fellow travelers as your tour comes to an end.

Departure Dates

Dates	From Price	Price My Trip
May 13, 2027 - May 20, 2027	$3,550 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
May 27, 2027 - Jun 3, 2027	$3,695 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
Jun 10, 2027 - Jun 17, 2027	$3,775 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
Jun 24, 2027 - Jul 1, 2027	$3,750 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
Sep 9, 2027 - Sep 16, 2027	$3,725 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
Sep 16, 2027 - Sep 23, 2027	$3,725 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip
Sep 30, 2027 - Oct 7, 2027	$3,675 pp \| Land Only	Price My Trip

Start: May 13, 2027 End: May 20, 2027 Price: $3,550 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: May 27, 2027 End: June 3, 2027 Price: $3,695 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: June 10, 2027 End: June 17, 2027 Price: $3,775 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: June 24, 2027 End: July 1, 2027 Price: $3,750 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: September 9, 2027 End: September 16, 2027 Price: $3,725 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: September 16, 2027 End: September 23, 2027 Price: $3,725 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip
Start: September 30, 2027 End: October 7, 2027 Price: $3,675 pp \| Land Only Price My Trip

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Yellowstone and Big Sky Country from $3,550 pp