Yellowstone: Explore the Wonders of the First National Park

Location: North America
Duration: 6 Days
Price: From $4995
Activity Level: High Energy

Yellowstone: Explore the Wonders of the First National Park

Location: North America
Duration: 6 Days
Price: From $4995
Activity Level: High Energy

Overview

Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Yellowstone National Park on this exhilarating six-day women’s adventure with AdventureWomen. Begin in Bozeman, Montana, and head to Big Sky for a welcome dinner and a riverside wine and cheese Happy Hour at the 320 Ranch. Saddle up for a horseback ride through wildflower meadows and along the Gallatin River, embracing your inner cowgirl. In the afternoon, try your hand at fly fishing with expert guidance, casting your line in the same river that made Brad Pitt famous in A River Runs Through It. Explore Yellowstone’s geysers, wildlife, and pristine trails. Hike the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, search for wildlife in Lamar Valley, and discover Mammoth Hot Springs’ travertine terraces. Conclude with a farewell dinner in Bozeman, celebrating new friendships and unforgettable memories.

Main Attractions

Scenic Trails

Hike the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, one of the most geologically spectacular sites in the park.

Saddle Up for Adventure

Horseback ride through wildflower meadows and along the Gallatin River, embracing your inner cowgirl.

Cast Your Line

Try fly fishing with expert guidance in the Gallatin River, the same waters featured in A River Runs Through It.

Map showing the route from Bozeman to Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park, Montana and Wyoming, with location markers and transportation icons.
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Itinerary

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Arrive in Big Sky

Welcome to Montana! Arrive at the Best Western Plus GranTree Inn in Bozeman by 10:00 AM. Transfer to Big Sky for lunch at a local deli and a 2-mile hike. Check in at the historic 320 Guest Ranch, settle into your cozy log cabin, and join your group for a riverside wine and cheese Happy Hour. Enjoy a lively welcome dinner, get to know your fellow travelers, and share stories about your excitement for exploring Yellowstone.

Meals dinner
Four people in fishing gear stand by a river, holding fishing rods. Hills and a clear blue sky are in the background.

Big Sky Adventures

Hop on a horse at the 320 Guest Ranch and ride through forests and along the Gallatin River. Try fly fishing in the river made famous by A River Runs Through It, with personal instruction from a professional guide. Enjoy a riverside picnic lunch before returning to the ranch. End the day with a delicious BBQ at Big Sky’s famous River House BBQ.

Meals breakfast, boxed lunch, dinner
The image shows the Grand Prismatic Spring at Yellowstone National Park, featuring vibrant blue, green, and orange colors, with surrounding forest and clouds in the background.

Big Sky to Yellowstone

Journey to Yellowstone’s Super Volcano, looking for bison, elk, and coyote. Hike along the Firehole and Madison Rivers, spotting birdlife like trumpeter swans and bald eagles. Visit Fountain Paint Pots and Biscuit Basin, and see Old Faithful. Hike 3 to 5 miles past stunning hot springs. Enjoy dinner with the group at a local restaurant.

Meals breakfast, boxed lunch, dinner
View of a rocky canyon with a river flowing through it, surrounded by cliffs and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

Explore the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, one of the park’s most geologically spectacular sites. Hike to backcountry mud pots where boiling mud bursts from the earth and view the grandeur of Lower Falls from several viewpoints as you hike the rim of the Canyon. Enjoy dinner with the group at a local restaurant.

This hike covers a distance of 2 to 5 miles.

Meals breakfast, boxed lunch, dinner
A barren tree stands near colorful geothermal terraces at Mammoth Hot Springs, with a mountain range in the background under a clear blue sky.

Mammoth Hot Springs

Discover the unique travertine terraces of Mammoth Hot Springs, created over thousands of years by cooling hot water depositing calcium carbonate. Transfer to the hotel and check in before dinner. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your new AdventureWomen friends, reminiscing over the memories made during this spectacular journey.

Meals breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Depart Bozeman

Bid farewell to your new friends and take the shuttle from your hotel to Bozeman Airport. Depart from Bozeman, Montana (BZN) at any time today.

Meals breakfast
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Accommodations

Please note that all amenities were current when written and are subject to change at any time.

Rustic cabins with green roofs are nestled in a lush, forested valley under a clear blue sky. A dirt road curves in front, with picnic tables and scattered rocks on grassy areas.

320 Guest Ranch

In 1898, when the west was wilder, two homesteads totaling 320 acres were combined to form the 320 Ranch. In 1936, Montana’s first woman doctor and first pathologist, Dr. Caroline McGill, purchased the working cattle ranch as a rest and relaxation retreat for her friends and patients. Today, picture a quiet place, just north of Yellowstone Park, where the pristine Gallatin River winds through sage and towering pines, snow-covered mountains rise against crystal-clear blue skies, and there’s an abundance of pure, clean mountain air! That’s where you’ll find the 320.

AMENITIES: complimentary toiletries, kitchenette, coffee / tea maker, TV, Wi-Fi

A two-story white building with a gabled roof stands against a backdrop of hills and a clear sky, with windows on both floors and a small entrance area at the front.

Super 8 by Wyndham Gardiner

Conveniently located at the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park, this property puts you within minutes of hiking trails, hot springs, stunning scenery, and abundant wildlife. Downtown restaurants and shops are also nearby, allowing you to make the most of your travels to the world’s first national park.

AMENITIES: En suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, refrigerator, safe, flatscreen TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning

A modern hotel building with a mix of dark and light exterior under a pinkish sky, featuring a mountain range in the background and an adjacent parking lot.

Element Hotel by Marriot

Element Hotel by Marriott in Bozeman is located near Montana State University and the Museum of the Rockies. After a busy day, unwind with our refreshing saltwater pool and fitness center, or enjoy on-site breakfast at Rise: Breakfast Bars.

AMENITIES: complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, flatscreen TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, air conditioning

What People Are Saying

“Now whenever I hear the expression “Big Sky Country,” I will always remember the wide-open spaces of Yellowstone, and blue skies that seem to go on forever. The beauty, wildlife, and grandeur of this area is breathtaking. To share this with a dear friend I traveled with, plus all the “new” friends I made, was truly a wonderful experience.”

What People Are Saying

“Every hike in Yellowstone rewarded us with breathtaking views, making each destination worth the effort. The camaraderie among the group was exactly what I needed—like-minded women who supported and uplifted each other. The entire trip was absolutely awe-inspiring.”

What People Are Saying

“Trying fly fishing for the first time was an unforgettable adventure. The thrill of casting my line and feeling that first tug was exhilarating. With the guidance of our experienced instructor, I managed to catch a beautiful trout. The serene surroundings and the sense of accomplishment made it an experience I’ll cherish forever.”

Dates & Pricing

Start Date End Date Availability Pricing Booking Link
Sep 14 Sep 19
Space Available
$4995*
Standard Room, Single
$6195 total, $800 deposit
Standard Room, Double
$4995 total, $800 deposit

*Additional Pricing Information: 2025 Optional Single Accommodation: $1200

Arrival: Arrive in Bozeman, Montana (BZN) by 10:00 AM Day 1. We suggest guests arrive a day early to ensure timely arrival and to account for unforeseen circumstances.

Departure: Depart Bozeman, Montana (BZN) any time on Day 6.

What's Included

  • Accommodations as per itinerary based on double occupancy
  • All meals as listed in the itinerary
  • All ground transportation
  • All park fees
  • Guided sightseeing and activities as indicated in the itinerary
  • Professional guide(s) throughout the trip
  • All gratuities except for the main guide

What's Not Included

  • Airfare to and from Montana
  • Optional activities
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages (unless otherwise specified)
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure
  • Fees for travel insurance
  • Cost of hospitalization or evacuation
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities for the main guide

FAQs

Absolutely! We happily welcome all women regardless of race, creed, or sexual preference, as long as you are physically capable of doing the activities on your chosen trip. Our guests range from 18-85+! It is important to us to talk to each guest to make sure each woman chooses the right trip for her physical ability and interest.

You can process your registration on our online booking system or over the phone. Most deposits are $800. In many cases, and unless otherwise indicated, your deposit is transferable if you notify us in writing 120 before your trip departs.

Be sure to check the ‘What’s Included’ section of the trip you are interested in. Once you get to the departure city and meet the group, we often include most meals, all accommodations, all activities (although there might be an optional activity at an additional cost), transportation while on the adventure, qualified local guide(s) and some trips also include an AdventureWomen Ambassador. Our trips do not include airfare to/from the arrival and departure cities. However, internal flights are included in some itineraries so please read the itinerary carefully.

Absolutely! In fact, we encourage it! Many of the women who travel with AdventureWomen come solo. For those that do not choose a single supplement, we pair you with a roommate. Usually, when we change accommodations on a trip, we will change roommates if we can, so you get a chance to know others in our group. A limited number of single supplements may be available for an additional charge.

That depends entirely on the trip! AdventureWomen adventure travel trips are rated according to the physical fitness level demanded by the included activities.

  • Moderate: These adventures exercise your mind more than your body and are designed for women who prefer a leisurely, less rigorous experience. For example, you could walk up to 2 miles per day through cities and villages, stand in museums for a few hours, relax on a boat, or view wildlife from a vehicle.
  • Active: Adventures that get you on your feet! You should be in good physical condition where you are comfortable walking on uneven surfaces, such as cobblestone streets, biking manicured nature trails or kayaking calm waters.
  • High Energy: These adventures are designed for women who enjoy a physical challenge and crave being on the go! You should be prepared for itineraries that include (but are not limited to): a full day of biking on a rolling terrain, hiking 5-8 miles on moderate to steep trails, being active at high altitudes, whitewater rafting, or skiing.
  • Challenging: Adventures that get your heart rate pumping, these are demanding yet deeply rewarding and designed for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. You should be in excellent physical condition, and be able to hike up to 10 miles, in steeper, more rugged terrain.