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Step outside, take a deep breath in, and look towards the mountains - you’re in the big sky country of Montana, now. Explore both the Northern and Southern Loops of Yellowstone National Park, and visit Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon, and more. Venture to Helena, the “Queen City of the Rockies.” Cruise on the Missouri River through the Gates of the Mountains, named by legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Spend time in the mountain town of St. Mary Village before heading in to explore Glacier National Park. Take an adventurous white water rafting trip or a calm, scenic float down the Flathead River. Meet a descendant of the last Kootenai chief and learn about the importance of the land in native life. Get a glimpse into the heroic and dangerous life of a Smokejumper. A land of wilderness, adventure, and beauty, Montana is waiting for you.
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Montana: Exploring Big Sky Country Itinerary
Day: 1 Bozeman, Montana
AC Hotel Bozeman Downtown
Day: 2 Bozeman - Yellowstone Southern Loop - Gardiner
Breakfast & Dinner The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone
Day: 3 Gardiner - Yellowstone Northern Loop – Gardiner
Breakfast The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone
Day: 4 Gardiner - Paradise Valley - Helena
Breakfast & Dinner DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown
Day: 5 Helena - Gates of the Mountains - Helena
Breakfast DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown
Day: 6 Helena - Great Falls - St. Mary
Breakfast & Dinner Great Bear Lodge at St. Mary Village
Day: 7 Glacier National Park - Going-to-the-Sun Road - Whitefish
Breakfast & Lunch Grouse Mountain Lodge Whitefish
Day: 8 Whitefish
Breakfast & Dinner Grouse Mountain Lodge Whitefish
Day: 9 Whitefish - Flathead Lake - Missoula
Breakfast & Dinner Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown
Day: 10 Missoula - Tour Ends
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Start: July 14, 2026 End: July 23, 2026 Price: $6,599 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: July 28, 2026 End: August 6, 2026 Price: $6,349 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: September 22, 2026 End: October 1, 2026 Price: $6,799 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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