Yellowstone tour packages: day trips and multi-day options compared
For one full day: West Yellowstone or Jackson
If you have eight hours, a day tour from either town covers the Lower Loop with Old Faithful, Midway Geyser Basin, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone falls, and Hayden Valley wildlife. West Yellowstone ($385, rated 4.9 from 412 reviews) includes the $35 park entrance fee — that one badge matters if you hate paying extra. Jackson ($325, rated 4.9 from 410 reviews) is cheaper and includes lunch. Either way, you’re saving the wear on a rental car.
Every tour package
From eight-hour day trips to five-day packages staying in cabins or the Old Faithful lodge inside the park. All are bookable with free cancellation.
Most bookedEntry fee includedWest Yellowstone: Yellowstone Day Tour Including Entry Fee
Lowest priceFrom Jackson: Yellowstone National Park Day Trip with Lunch
PrivateYellowstone: Full-Day Private Guided Tour by Car with Lunch
Editor’s pickJackson: 2-Day Yellowstone National Park Tour with Lunches
Hotels includedSalt Lake City: Yellowstone & Grand Teton 3-Day Tour
Small groupSmall Group Yellowstone & Grand Teton 5-Day Tour with Cabins
Wildlife focusYellowstone & Grand Tetons: 4-Day/3-Night Wildlife Adventure
Sleeps in the parkLodging at Old Faithful: Yellowstone & Grand Teton 5-Day Tour
Quick tour comparison: day trip vs two days vs multi-day
Pick your trip length and what matters most to you.
| From Jackson: Yellowstone National Park Day Trip with Lunch | Top pickJackson: 2-Day Yellowstone National Park Tour with Lunches | Yellowstone & Grand Tetons: 4-Day/3-Night Wildlife Adventure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $325 | $650 | $2,199 |
| Days/nights | 1 day | 2 days/1 night | 4 days/3 nights |
| Coverage | Lower Loop | Both loops | Both parks, wildlife focus |
| Lodging | None | Gardiner or Chico | Included |
| Best for | Quick visit | See everything | Wildlife lovers |
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Yellowstone has no timed-entry reservation system — you can drive up and pay $35 per vehicle anytime, valid seven days. That said, a guide answers questions a self-drive can’t, stops at the right times, and handles the driving fatigue.
Read the full tour reviews
I’ve written detailed reviews of each tour: what’s included, how the day runs, and what real travelers say. Start with the West Yellowstone day tour, or browse all reviews.
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Still comparing? Read what each price band includes, day-trip details, or the Grand Teton question.
Frequently asked questions
How many tours does yellowstonetourpackages.com feature?
Eight tours bookable through GetYourGuide. Three one-day options (from Jackson, West Yellowstone, and private), one two-day covering both loops, and four multi-day packages from Salt Lake City or Jackson. All rated 4.7 or higher. See them all above.
Which tour should I book if this is my first time?
The West Yellowstone day tour ($385, 4.9☆, 412 reviews). It includes park entry, covers the Lower Loop with Old Faithful and the falls, and the $35 entrance fee is built in. If budget is tight, the Jackson day tour ($325) is just as popular and includes lunch. Read day-tour comparison for who each suits.
Do I need a tour, or can I drive myself?
You can drive yourself — Yellowstone has no timed-entry reservation, pay $35 at any gate. But a guide does three things: finds the animals (wildlife experience is why people come), stops at the right times, and saves you eight hours of driving fatigue. Self-drive wins if budget is your only filter. Read guided vs self-drive.
How many days should I spend in Yellowstone?
One day covers the Lower Loop basics. Two days hits both loops. Three to five days lets you slow down, hunt for wildlife in Lamar Valley, explore thermal features without rushing, and add Grand Teton. Read what fits in each time window.
Can I add Grand Teton to a day tour?
Not on the one-day options. The multi-day packages from Salt Lake City ($948+) include both parks. Jackson is close to Teton, but one base doesn’t work well for both. Read why and which packages include both.
What if I want to skip the tour and just drive?
Then budget $35 entrance fee, gas, a full tank’s worth of driving time, and accept that you’ll likely miss the best wildlife and thermal spots. But it’s legal and free. Start at guided vs self-drive for the honest breakdown.