America's Rocky Mountains by Design

ARRIVE IN BILLINGS Location Information Description

Billings, USA

Welcome to Billings! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

THE DOUBLETREE BILLINGS

BILLINGS Location Information Description

Billings, USA

Orientation tour of Billings. Drive to Yellowstone National Park.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Location Information Description

Yellowstone N.P., USA

Guided sightseeing includes Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, and the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Overnight stay inside the park with free time this evening.

Breakfast, Dinner

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK LODGES

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Location Information Description

Yellowstone N.P., USA

Sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park continues with visits to Old Faithful and Fountain Paint Pots.

WEST YELLOWSTONE Location Information Description

West Yellowstone, USA

Take a scenic drive to West Yellowstone. Free time this afternoon in West Yellowstone.

BIG SKY Location Information Description

Big Sky, USA

YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice.

OPTION 1: The Little Dipper of Big Sky. Take a leisurely hike to Ousel Falls, which plummets nearly 40 feet before flowing through the heart of Big Sky. Named for the Ousel bird (aka American Dipper), the falls provide the perfect nesting place for this little trilling songbird of Big Sky. (Note: This nearly 2-mile hike follows well-groomed, gentle trails with frequent picnic and shaded rest areas. At 6,500 feet, be prepared for the effects of high altitude by bringing a personal water bottle and snacks).

OPTION 2: Mountain Climes. Take a ride on Big Sky's scenic chair lift for a bird's eye view of magnificent mountain views. Beginning at the Big Sky Mountain Village 7,500 feet above sea level, the scenic lift rises 1,600 vertical feet to an elevation of 9,000 feet. Enjoy the thrill of open-air multi-passenger chairs and join your local Naturalist Guide for a walk to learn about this remarkable region's storied history and ecology.

OPTION 3: Secret Family Remedies. Experience the healing power of nature found hidden in Montana's mountain plants and flowers. Join in a fascinating workshop at 320 Guest Ranch to learn to identify medicinal mountain flora, known for their medicinal qualities for centuries by generations of mountain folk here. You'll forage for particular plants and learn how to infuse them into oils for use as a soothing topical salve. Take your own creation home with you to use for what ails ya!

Overnight in Big Sky.

Breakfast

HUNTLEY LODGE AT BIG SKY RESORT

NEVADA CITY Location Information Description

Nevada City, USA

Take a scenic drive to Nevada City. In Nevada City enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic ghost town and outdoor museum.

VIRGINIA CITY Location Information Description

Virginia City, USA

After leaving Nevada City continue to Virginia City on a shortline train ride. Here you have free time to explore this thriving historic ghost twon.

MISSOULA Location Information Description

Missoula, USA

Enjoy a guided orientation tour of Missoula. Free time this evening.

Breakfast

HOLIDAY INN MISSOULA DOWNTOWN

MISSOULA Location Information Description

Missoula, USA

Take a morning drive along Flathead Lake en route to Lake McDonald Village in Glacier National Park.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Location Information Description

Glacier National Park, USA

Enjoy free time this afternoon, followed by a scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard a historic Red Jammer bus.

WHITEFISH Location Information Description

Whitefish, USA

Free time this evening. Overnight in Whitefish.

Breakfast

GROUSE MOUNTAIN LODGE

WHITEFISH Location Information Description

Whitefish, USA

YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:

OPTION 1: Roosevelt Slept Here. Travel to the historic town of Kalispell, founded by the builder and namesake of Conrad Mansion and Gardens. Take an orientation tour, followed by free time to explore the historic mountain town, founded by Charles E. Conrad. Stroll through the local boutiques, restaurants, and galleries before taking a guided tour of the historic Mansion and Gardens. Built in 1895, the 26-room Conrad Mansion offers a glimpse into the life of a Montana pioneer and the welcoming hospitality enjoyed by such guests as President Teddy Roosevelt.

OPTION 2: Down the Lazy River. Enjoy a scenic float trip on a calm and peaceful stretch of the Flathead River in Glacier National Park. Relax amid stunning scenery with a friendly, interpretive river guide on a rafting excursion that is great for all ages who prefer a mellow ride over a whitewater rafting experience. Float through the Middle Fork section of the Flathead River, from West Glacier to Blankenship Bridge. Learn about the history, culture, and ecological conservation of Glacier National Park, as well as its fascinating flora and fauna of the Flathead River.

OPTION 3: Brews Crews. Travel to the historic town of Kalispell for an orientation tour, followed by free time to explore the historic mountain town. Stroll through the local boutiques, restaurants, and galleries. Then, enjoy a warm welcome, a frosty glass, and cool companions while tasting cold brews in Kalispell. Take a guided walking tour to visit the area's top breweries. Go behind the scenes for a beer 101 experience and sample a great variety of great tastings at each stop! Clink glasses, see the sights, and please your palate with Montana microbrews.

Overnight in Whitefish.

Breakfast

GROUSE MOUNTAIN LODGE

SANDPOINT Location Information Description

Sandpoint, USA

Take a morning scenic drive to picturesque Sandpoint, Idaho. Once here enjoy some free time to explore the shops, pubs, and galleries.

SPOKANE Location Information Description

Spokane, USA

Take a scenic drive from Sandpoint along the Pend Oreille River into Washington en route to Spokane. Once in Spokane enjoy a guided sightseeing tour includes Manito Park Gardens, followed by free time and a farewell dinner this evening.

Breakfast, Dinner

THE CENTENNIAL HOTEL SPOKANE

SPOKANE Location Information Description

Spokane, USA

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Breakfast