At a Glance
Channel your inner buckaroo on a thrilling adventure to the Wild West. Explore the beauty and vast wilderness of this land as we traverse Wyoming’s Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park to Montana’s Paradise Valley on this all-inclusive 6-day biking and hiking tour.
Your biking adventure starts in Bozeman at Montana, where you will cycle along the streets of the thriving town to one of the local’s favourite roads that follows beautiful farmlands with staggering mountain views. Marvel at the awe-inspiring landscape as you hike amid beaver ponds, travertine terraces, and lush forests at the Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy an iconic ride along Fire Hole River and witness the eruption of the legendary geyser, Old Faithful. Ride to the Grand Teton National Park and see the many creatures that call it ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- All luggage, hotel and shuttle transfers
- All meals as specified
- Brief orientation in Bozeman on Day 1
- Professional guiding: two support vans, 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio
- Biking, hiking, and sightseeing as stated in the itinerary
- Park and other entry fees
- Comprehensive travel planner with detailed pre trip information
- Fully equipped titanium bike including helmet and accessories
- Equipment and experienced guides for rafting
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Itinerary
Day 1 THREE BIKING OPTIONS: Day 2 TWO HIKING OPTIONS: On your first day, you will meet your tour leaders at 8 am at the Armory Hotel. Please arrive early and dressed in your biking clothes, bring your luggage along with anything you may want for today's journey (your luggage will be transferred to our first night’s accommodation). Your tour leaders will fit you with your bike and give you a brief talk on bike safety and techniques. You will begin in the historic Bozeman with a ride along its town booming with life and ride through its calm neighbourhood to one of the local’s favourite roads with paths that offer serene farmland sights and mountain vistas. On Day 2, you will head to the beautiful town of Livingston, browse its streets and pick a favourite place to enjoy lunch (at your own expense today) where your leaders are happy to recommend a nice spot. After lunch, follow the Yellowstone River through the Paradise Valley to Yellowstone National Park. A beautiful land that covers over 2 million acres of land flush with hot springs, fumaroles, geysers, cascading waterfalls, luxuriant forests, and majestic wildlife such as moose, elk, bison, coyote, black and grizzly bears. Thermophiles, heat-loving microorganisms living in the park give it its beautiful hue. |
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For two nights, you will be staying at a 1200-acre picturesque lodge located near the banks of the Yellowstone River, the Sage Lodge. Enjoy a relaxing time at the spa at the full-service spa or a soothing session at the sauna. In the evenings, we will gather and savor flavourful ranch-to-table meals. |
TWO BIKING OPTIONS: Today, we start with a beautiful ride along the Fire Hole River. Marvel at the geothermal activity of Lower and Midway Basins. Relish the fascinating view of the eruption of the Old Faithful geyser. Ride over the Continental Great Divide twice before descending to Yellowstone Lake. Tonight, we will rest at a beautiful, simple, and cozy lodge with stunning views, Grant Village. You can take a walk and enjoy the tranquility of its environment before settling in your comfy and spacious room to rest for tomorrow’s adventures. |
Day 4 FOUR BIKING OPTIONS: Day 5 THREE BIKING OPTIONS: This morning, we ride from Yellowstone to the beautiful Grand Teton National Park. As we ride across Jackson Lake, take in the beautiful sights of the peaks of the Teton Range. Be on the lookout for the many creatures that call this place home such as pronghorn, moose, elk, and bison. Enjoy riding along the smooth car-free bike paths or hike one of the many breathtaking trails if you choose. Take your time to fully explore the historic downtown Johnson and maybe grab a souvenir or two. |
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On Day 4, you will have the opportunity to choose from the array of exotic restaurants at Jackson to enjoy dinner at your own leisure and expense. Note: Dinner is at own expense on Day 4. In between exploration, for two nights, you’ll be staying at the elegant Hotel Jackson, located at the heart of the Jackson Hole and a stone’s throw from the city’s shops, art galleries, and restaurants. De-stress with a dip in the hot tub, cozy by the fireplace with a glass of wine or take a relaxing swim at the indoor pool. |
Savour one last lesiruely breakfast before being immersed into an exhilarating and final western thrill, white-water rafting on the renowned 8 mile Snake River. Learn how to paddle, hoot, and holler your way down rapids before a final celebratory lunch to cap off a memorable journey. NOTE: This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation. |
Dates & Prices
Please contact us for private departures and group bookings. Single Supplement is available on request.
More Info
- The departure point is Bozeman, Montana
- The departure and finish point is Jackson, Wyoming.
- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Bozeman. The closest major airport is Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN / KBZN) which is 16km (10 miles) from the center of Bozeman
Pleasant biking and walking weather usually prevails all summer in Yellowstone and the Tetons. However, mountainweather is unpredictable and can change with littlewarning, so it’s essential that you bring rain gear and warm layers. The summers are short, comfortable, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are freezing, snowy, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 4°F to 76°F and is rarely below -15°F or above 84°F.
The routes on this trip are rated Levels 2-4.
Level 1, 2-3 hours, 13-35km (8-22 miles), Maximum Elevation Gain 305m (1000 ft)
Level 2, 2-4 hours, 29-51km (18-32 miles), Maximum Elevation Gain 671m (2200 ft)
Level 3, 3-5 hours, 42-68km (26-42 miles), Maximum Elevation Gain 1036m (3400 ft)
Level 4, 4-6 hours, 58-87km(36-54 miles), Maximum Elevation Gain 1341m (4400 ft)
Level 5, 5-7+ hours, 77-113+ km (48-70+ miles), Maximum Elevation Gain 1341m+ (4400+ ft)
Touring Bike A proven classic, our custom-designed titanium touring bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. Our most popular bike features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability. This touring bike combines a wide range of gears with the ease of an adjustable upright riding position for comfort and efficiency. Upright handlebars only. Available Accessories: Rear rack and trunk bag, flat pedals or toe-cages included (or bring your own pedals). |
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Electric Assist Bike A lightweight yet powerful machine unique in the world of e-bikes. One of the lightest e-bikes available, it provides plenty of power (and then some!) to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance. Other outstanding features include the same comfort as our Touring Bikes and lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting. Available for guests 16 or older; not appropriate for pulling a Trailer Bike or a Cub trailer on a Family Trip. Upright handlebars only. Available Accessories: Rear rack and trunk bag and flat pedals or toe-cages included. |
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Performance Bike Custom-designed titanium bike built for cyclists to power up climbs and speed through the countryside. This performance road bike is lightweight and technologically advanced, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork. Responsive, efficient and comfortable for a drop-bar performance bike, it’s an impressive ride suited to avid riders. Drop handlebars only. Available Accessories: Trunk bag, flat pedals or toe-cages included (or bring your own pedals). |
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Carbon Bike The Carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS has been put through its paces at both Paris-Roubaix and the Tour de France by the UCI World Tour team–EF Pro Cycling. Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package—it’s built for hard-core riders, men and women alike, who are looking for a high-performance bike that doesn’t sacrifice comfort. The Synapse is offered in a complete range of sizes. Available by request for additional cost on biking trips in Europe, US and Canada. Available Accessories: Not equipped with a rear rack or bag, bring your own pedals, selection of saddle sizes available. |
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Tandem Bike Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed cro-moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train, and a custom, upgraded wheelset. Suggested for riders with some tandem experience and on trips with flatter terrain. Due to the tandem's size, frequent racking is not realistic, so there may be fewer opportunities to hop in the van. Dropped handlebars for captain position, upright for stoker. Available by request for additional cost on biking trips in Europe, US and Canada. Available Accessories: Rear rack and pannier or trunk bag and Flat pedals or toe-cages included (or bring your own pedals) |
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 120 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 120 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 120 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 120 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a tour with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the tour has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any tour up to 60 days prior to departure if the minimum number requirement is unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the tour or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.