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15 day Northern Rockies - Seattle to San Francisco
From $1855 AUD
Ends In: San Francisco
Duration: 15 Days.
Departs: Selected Saturdays
Group Size: max 13
Transport: Private van, walking
Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), Camping (13 nts)
Activity: Adventure Tour
Ages: 18+
Tour Code: SONR
Operator Code: SUNTRK
- Soak up the dramatic scenery in Glacier National Park
- Camp on the earth's thinnest surface in Yellowstone
- Get gold-rush fever in Helena
- Hike or bike in Jackson Hole
- Explore lunar landscapes at Craters of the Moon
- Spin the wheel in Reno
- Be awestruck by hulking El Capitan in Yosemite National Park
Day 1 Seattle
Discover the birthplace of grunge.
Day 2 Coeur d'Alene
Gaze at the azure waters of Coeur d'Alene Lake, and enjoy exploring the city of the same name.
Days 3-4 Glacier National Park
Cross into northwest Montana, and be rewarded with captivating scenery of sculpted mountain peaks, decorated with dramatic glaciers and glassy lakes.
Day 5 Helena
Explore this gold rush town.
Days 6-8 Yellowstone National Park/ Grand Teton National Park/ Jackson Hole
Marvel at the geological curiosities that characterise Yellowstone - bubbling geysers, sulphuric springs and colourful boiling mud. Travel to Grand Teton and discover more beautiful wilderness.
Day 9 Jackson Hole
Get active at Jackson Hole where mountain biking, hiking and a rafting trip on the Snake River are all options.
Day 10 Twin Falls
Visit Idaho Falls and explore the surreal crater region that is home to the continent's largest area of lava fields and cinder cones.
Day 11 Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Admire the size and beauty of this natural wonder before travelling toward Shoshone Falls - also known as the Niagara of the West. Camp in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
Days 12 Lake Tahoe
Visit Reno, popularly known as the Biggest Little City In The World, and which boasts casinos and stunning wide-open spaces.
Days 13-14 Yosemite National Park
Follow hiking trails ranging from leisurely strolls to challenging treks. Have cameras ready to snap the scenery.
Day 15 San Francisco
Cross the Bay Bridge before farewelling fellow adventurers.
meals included: The kitty covers some breakfasts & dinners while camping on this trip. The kitty is an optional payment of US$50 per week of your trip and is used to pay for some group meals.
important notes: Please bring your own sleeping bag. Recommended earliest possible flight departure time is 8:00pm on day 15.
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