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Yellowstone: The Great Caldera

Program No. 13845RJ
Yellowstone is both the world at its most primordial and the world at its most sublime. Come explore the park’s many natural wonders on the learning adventure of a lifetime.
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6 days
Rating (4.84)
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What You'll Eat
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
Total: 14 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Where You'll Stay
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
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West Yellowstone Holiday Inn
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn is located near the most central entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The small town offers many family attractions such as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Imax Theater and Museum of the Yellowstone plus shops, restaurants, rodeos, playhouses and more. Yellowstone National Park offers an Interpretive Ranger Program daily during the summer at the Chamber of Commerce. Kids ages 18 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Up to four kids ages 11 and under eat free any time of the day in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant.
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Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn is located near the most central entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The small town offers many family attractions such as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Imax Theater and Museum of the Yellowstone plus shops, restaurants, rodeos, playhouses and more. Yellowstone National Park offers an Interpretive Ranger Program daily during the summer at the Chamber of Commerce. Kids ages 18 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Up to four kids ages 11 and under eat free any time of the day in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn is located near the most central entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The small town offers many family attractions such as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Imax Theater and Museum of the Yellowstone plus shops, restaurants, rodeos, playhouses and more. Yellowstone National Park offers an Interpretive Ranger Program daily during the summer at the Chamber of Commerce. Kids ages 18 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Up to four kids ages 11 and under eat free any time of the day in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone Park Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
Well-appointed rooms, free Wi-Fi, a heated indoor swimming pool and a hot tub are just a few of the comforts you’ll enjoy at the Yellowstone Park Hotel. Others may include fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, perfect for relaxing after a long day of hiking or sightseeing. Another perk is that every room is non-smoking. Just three blocks from the park’s West Entrance, the hotel puts you within striking distance of some of Yellowstone’s signature features. Both the Lower Geyser Basin and Old Faithful are less than an hour’s drive from the Yellowstone Park Hotel.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Springhill Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Bozeman
Located less than seven miles from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the Springhill Suites Bozeman is ideal for adventurers exploring Yellowstone or corporate travelers visiting Oracle, Workiva, or Montana State University. Not an ordinary Springhill Suites, we're a custom Bozeman hotel that features studios with a divided living and sleep area, workspace, pantry with microwave and mini-fridge, sofa sleeper, plush bedding, and a 50" flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities. Start your day with a free breakfast, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool, get a workout at the fitness center, grab a drink at our bar, or stay connected with free WiFi. Business travelers love our flexible meeting space ideal for small gatherings. We're minutes from Historic Downtown, which is full of local flavor, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Renowned for its hunting, fly fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and impressive wildlife, Bozeman offers unlimited activities for outdoor lovers
TripAdvisor Reviews
Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: West Yellowstone
A stay at Gray Wolf Inn & Suites places you in the heart of West Yellowstone, within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gallatin National Forest. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby. Make yourself at home in one of the 102 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Yellowstone River Motel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Gardiner
Lodgings are located on Gardiner's main street, Park Street, on Yellowstone's northern boundary. Yellowstone's northwest entrance at Roosevelt Arch is three blocks from motel. The Gardiner entrance was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt. Remember, you are experiencing the atmosphere of a small, rural community and meal options are naturally limited. Meals served at local restaurants.
TripAdvisor Reviews





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