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Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour

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On average, this is booked 53 (40.14) days in advance.
10 to 11 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Have an awesome time with our incredibly thorough and knowledgeable park guides as we take you to iconic Yellowstone sights such as Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring. We know this area like the back of our hands and all the frequented wildlife spots as well. You will see all the must-visit spots during your tour while gaining top notch environmental education at the same time. We stay by your side on tour as we get out and guide all stops step by step with you. You will never feel lost or out of place. We have a lot of fun on this tour and you will see ALL the iconic sights of Yellowstone, guaranteed. We know what we are doing and you will not regret joining us!

What's Included

  • Lunch (sandwich, chips, fruit, homemade cookie or world famous brownie)
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars
  • Park Entry Fees (included with your National Park Pass. May be higher for international guests))
  • Gratuity
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Meeting and Pickup

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Departure times and locations: Cody, WY 7:00am West Yellowstone, MT 7:00am Big Sky, MT 6:00am Inside Yellowstone (Fishing Bridge General Store) 9:00amThis tour picks up at all Hotels in Cody, Wyoming and West Yellowstone, MT as well as inside the park at Fishing Bridge General Store and at The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky, MT. Please select the appropriate option when booking! If you are staying inside Yellowstone or coming from a different gate, please select the inside the park option. If you are joining us from Cody or West Yellowstone we will pick you up at 7am, and at Big Sky at 6am. Tour durations from Fishing Bridge and West Yellowstone are shorter than Cody or Big Sky. This tour does not pickup in Jackson, WY or Gardiner, MT.For a full map of Yellowstone please send us an email or call for more details.

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Lake Butte Overlook

Start your morning off right with a magnificent view of Yellowstone Lake from above, the largest alpine lake in North America. We also see many bears in this area frequently.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fishing Bridge - General Store

Stop for our in park meetup and first bathroom break at Fishing Bridge General Store at 9am
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area

Witness the largest mud pot in Yellowstone and see other cloudy hot springs in this highly acidic and very smelly portion of the Yellowstone supervolcano.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dragon's Mouth Springs

See the steam coming from this cave that looks like snorts from an angry bull. It is unknown who gave this grotto its current name, but Dragon's Mouth Springs is yet another fascinating hydrothermal feature of Yellowstone National Park
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

See two massive waterfalls from multiple viewpoints. We take you to the best places to see both upper and lower falls.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hayden Valley

See large herds of buffalo, and the occasional sighting of moose, wolves and golden eagle as we drive through one of the vast open plains within Yellowstone.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Artist Point

See the most amazing view of the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River. From this view, also notice the amazing colors of the canyon walls, carved out from millions of year of erosion and geothermal activity. The picture we take of you here will be on your holiday card!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Norris Geyser Basin

Based upon accessibility. Walk with us through the oldest, hottest and most dynamic part of Yellowstone National Park, home of the largest geyser in the world.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Firehole Canyon Drive

We stop to take a photo of an awesome waterfall in the middle of a volcano rock canyon.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fountain Paint Pot

When accessible, let us stop to enjoy the bubbling paint pots of the lower geyser basing. Also see spouting geysers, colorful hot springs and the bobby sock trees!
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Prismatic Spring

We walk through the midway geyser basin, viewing Excelsior Geyser and the Grand Prismatic Spring, the third largest hot spring in the world. Occasionally do Prismatic Overlook Hike based on timing, traffic and other factors.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Faithful

Experience the iconic Old Faithful geyser basin
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

West Thumb Geyser Basin

See paint pots, the deepest hot spring in Yellowstone and the famed Fishing Cone, all on the beautiful shore of Lake Yellowstone.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Yellowstone Lake

The largest alpine lake in North America. If you travel here early enough, you may even get to see if frozen. Join us on this drive as we talk about the cutthroat trout, invasive fish and other challenges facing this incredible lake.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch. (sandwich, chips, fruit, homemade cookie or world famous brownie).
  • Bottled water.
  • Binoculars.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Professional Spotting Scope.
  • Wilderness Interpretive Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Park Entry Fees (included with your National Park Pass. May be higher for international guests)).
  • Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch(sandwich, chips, fruit, homemade cookie or world famous brownie)
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Spotting Scope
  • Wilderness Interpretive Guide
  • Park Entry Fees (included with your National Park Pass. May be higher for international guests))
  • Gratuity

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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