A great opportunity for those who don't wish to be tied down to a structured tour, this self-guided driving tour lets you explore Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park at your own pace. Leisurely drive from place to place or see as much as you can in one day. Visit geysers, peaks, and hot springs. Keep a look out for bison as you indulge in the serenity of glacial lakes, delve into the history of homesteads, and conquer mountain passes.
- Immerse yourself in nature’s beauty at Yellowstone and Grand Teton Park
- Marvel at the beautiful waterfall, glacial lakes, hot springs, and homesteads
- Spot a herd of wild bison and other wildlife; capture them on your lens
- Flexible tour with travel tips, audio and video narration for an entire year
What To Expect
Teton Village
As you drive, you’ll pass Teton Village, home to some of the best (and most intense) skiing anywhere in the States.
Note: In this bundle, each tour is 235+ mile-long and takes 10-12 hours to complete.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve
Next, you’ll drive through the Laurence S. Rockefeller Preserve, a sprawling wildlife preserve that’s home to elk, and other mountain critters.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
St. John’s Episcopal Church
See that single-room cabin up ahead? This little log shack is actually an episcopalian church! Be sure to park and hop out for some incredible views.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Taggart Lake Trailhead
The first trail you’ll see is the Taggart Lake Trail, a 6-mile loop that leads to a pair of huge, pristine lakes: Taggart Lake and Bradley Lake.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Teton Glacier Turnout
Afterwards, you’ll stop at a turnout offering great views of the largest glacier in the park, plus get some facts about how much bigger it was just 100 years ago!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Jenny Lake
Up next is one of the park’s most popular attractions: Jenny Lake. Home to phenomenal trails and gorgeous shoreline, there’s a reason why this is a must-see!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cascade Canyon
Past that you’ll have a chance to view the famous Cascade Canyon. Carved by a huge glacier 12,000 years ago, this is one of the park’s defining features!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Moran
Then you’ll get a great look at Mount Moran, the imposing 12,610 foot peak which towers over Jackson Lake.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Lake Dam
The next overlook you’ll come across offers simply unbeatable views of Jackson Lake and the majestic mountains beyond. This is a spot you can’t miss!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Colter Bay
Next, you’ll pass Colter Bay, a major camping hub and a place with some surprising ranching history.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Lake Overlook
Pull into the turnout just ahead for some truly incredible views. From here you can see just about the entirety of Jackson Lake, as well as the majestic Tetons beyond.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cattleman’s Bridge
An optional detour takes you to Cattleman’s Bridge, a cool remnant of the cattle ranches of Jackson’s early years.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Oxbow Bend
Also along the detour is Oxbow Bend, a picturesque spot where Snake River makes a U-turn.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Snake River Overlook
Farther along, you’ll reach Snake River Overlook, where famous photographer Ansel Adams captured one of the most well-known photos ever taken in the Tetons.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Teton Point Turnout
Another viewpoint waits just ahead at Teton Point Turnout, offering glimpses of some seriously strange geology.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Glacier View Turnout
Next, you’ll arrive at Glacier View Turnout, boasting views of not one, not two, but three huge glaciers!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
National Elk Refuge
Your detour ends within the National Elk Refuge, a phenomenal place to spot some of the local wildlife, especially in the mornings and aroud dusk.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is a nearly 3,500-sq.-mile wilderness recreation area atop a volcanic hot spot. Mostly in Wyoming, the park spreads into parts of Montana and Idaho too. Yellowstone features dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs, and gushing geysers, including its most famous, Old Faithful.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
South Entrance
This tour of Yellowstone features multiple entrances to accommodate travelers entering from any direction. Get ready to experience one of the most incredible landscapes in North America, featuring stunning volcanic features like geysers and hot springs, majestic wildlife from bison to gray wolves, and more natural beauty than you can capture with any camera.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Grant Village Road
If entering via the South Entrance, you’ll pass Grant Village, a great place to make a pit stop before continuing onto the Grand Loop which circles the whole park.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
West Thumb Geyser Basin
First in this section of the park is the West Thumb Geyser Basin, one of Yellowstone’s largest geyser basins which features some truly remarkable geothermal features.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Shoshone Lake
Your route takes you next past Shoshone Lake, a lovely secluded little patch of wilderness with a great hiking trail to boot.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Isa Lake
Up next is Isa Lake, which sits directly on the Continental Divide. In a way, this lake marks the backbone of the country!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Faithful
Old Faithful, up next, is one of Yellowstone’s most famous attractions for a reason. This huge geyser is so reliable it was once referred to as “eternity’s timepiece”!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Morning Glory Pool Group
Up next is Morning Glory, a deep hot spring pool which has, unfortunately, been severely damaged by tourists over the years. That said, it’s still a sight to behold.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Firehole River
You’ve heard of hot tubs, but how about a hot river? That’s exactly what you’ll find at Firehole River, your next stop. It’s a river naturally heated by a nearby hot spring!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Grand Prismatic Spring
Then you’ll be able to park and see Grand Prismatic up close. It’s a staggeringly huge hot spring with rings of shocking color encircling it. This is one of Yellowstone’s can’t-miss attractions!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Fountain Paint Pot
Next up is the Fountain Paint Pot, a wonderfully colorful mud pot which is constantly burbling and rearranging itself thanks to the volcanic power underneath it.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
You’ll see the West Entrance Visitor Information Center if entering the park via the town of West Yellowstone.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Gibbon River
As you drive past the picturesque Gibbon River, you’ll hear about its importance to the Shoshone tribe, as well as how they used the park’s natural obsidian deposits in the past.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gibbon Falls
After that you’ll find Gibbon Falls, one of the park’s most easily accessible waterfalls. Unlike many falls, which require long hikes down rocky trails, this one can be seen from the road!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Artists Paintpots
Your route takes you next to the Artist’s Paint Pots, another set of colorful mud pots featuring a boardwalk which takes you past not only the paint pots, but also a bunch of small geysers as well. This is a must-see spot.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Norris Geyser Basin
The next geyser basin you’ll reach is the Norris Geyser Basin, the oldest, hottest geyser basin in Yellowstone, with temperatures measured up to 459 degrees below the surface!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Swan Lake Flats
Up next are the Swan Lake Flats. These aren’t just a great place to spot wildlife, they’re also the birthplace of one of Yellowstone’s eight wolf packs!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Mammoth Hot Springs
After that, you’ll see Mammoth Hot Springs, one of Yellowstone’s most picturesque features. But these terraced hot springs aren’t just perfect for photos–they’re also a huge draw for the local elk population!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Boiling River Hot Springs
If entering from the north entrance, you’ll pass another heated river called the Boiling River. Don’t worry about the name, though–it’s actually quite a pleasant temperature!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Albright Visitor Center and Museum
The Albright Visitor Center is up next for those entering from the north, and it’s a great place for anyone to stop for snacks or a restroom break.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Undine Falls
Up next are the Undine Falls, a 60-foot waterfall named after fairies from German folklore.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Wraith Falls
Just across from Undine Falls is a trailhead leading to the 80-foot Wraith Falls, another of Yellowstone’s nearly 350 waterfalls!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Roosevelt Lodge Dining Room
Next, you’ll pass through Tower Junction, home to the Roosevelt Lodge where, despite the name, no Roosevelt ever camped. But that doesn’t make it any less of a fantastic camping spot!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Roosevelt Arch
The Roosevelt Arch is a rusticated triumphal arch at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, Montana, United States. Constructed under the supervision of the US Army at Fort Yellowstone, its cornerstone was laid down by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Lamar Valley
As you drive, you’ll pass Lamar Valley next. This valley is the best place in Yellowstone to spot the park’s iconic wildlife. You’ll almost definitely see bison here, and might even get lucky and catch sight of some elusive wolves!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cooke City
Visitors entering from the northeast will enter through the Northeast Entrance near Cooke City.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dunraven Street
Continuing along the Grand Loop, you’ll arrive at Dunraven Pass, one of the highest points in the entire park. This 9,000-foot pass also features the trailhead to a hiking trail leading up an additional 1,000 feet for a truly commanding view of the park below.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Washburn
Mount Washburn, elevation 10,243 feet, is a prominent mountain peak in the Washburn Range in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. The peak was named in 1870 to honor Henry D. Washburn, leader of the Washburn–Langford–Doane Expedition.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Canyon Village Area
Next, you’ll pass through Canyon Village, the strange, semi-town where many of Yellowstone’s workers live during their time at the park. It offers a fun glimpse into what life is like for the park employees!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Inspiration Point
Continuing on, you’ll arrive at Inspiration Point, the most popular of the overlooks along Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon. The vista here is simply unmatched anywhere else in the park.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Hayden Valley
Up next is Hayden Valley, which offers a glimpse into the past. Though it’s a lush green valley today, it was once at the bottom of a lake!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cody
Those entering from the east will enter through the park’s East Entrance in Cody.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fishing Bridge Visitor Center
Next, you’ll cross Fishing Bridge and hear about the park service’s early, misguided attempts to boost park visitation by introducing invasive trout to the rivers.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Yellowstone Lake
Finally, you’ll arrive at Yellowstone Lake, the largest high elevation lake in North America. This pristine lake is too cold to swim in, but it makes the perfect place for a picnic or even a boat ride!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 4
