Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America's Rocky Mountains By Design
Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America's Rocky Mountains By Design
Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America's Rocky Mountains By Design
8 Days Starting in Billings, USA and ending in Spokane, USA
Visiting: Billings, Yellowstone National Park, Missoula, Whitefish, Glacier National Park, Spokane, North America
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Tour code:
F8A-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with "Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America's Rocky Mountains By Design." This tour takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of the USA, starting in Billings and journeying through iconic destinations like Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky, Missoula, Whitefish, and Spokane. Experience the natural wonders of Yellowstone, including Mammoth Hot Springs and Old Faithful, and enjoy a scenic ride along Glacier National Park's Going-to-the-Sun Road. Explore historic ghost towns, take part in unique excursions, and savor local flavors with included breakfasts and dinners. With a mix of guided tours and free time, this adventure promises a perfect blend of sightseeing, cultural experiences, and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Billings
Location: Billings
Accommodation Name: The DoubleTree Billings
Welcome to Billings! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
ARRIVE IN BILLINGS Welcome to Billings! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.BILLINGS.jpg
Day 2: Billings,Yellowstone National Park
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation Name: Yellowstone National Park Lodges
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Where the Wild Things AreBILLINGS Orientation tour of Billings. Drive to Yellowstone National Park.YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Guided sightseeing includes Mammoth Hot Springs, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and more. Overnight stay inside the park with free time this evening.
BILLINGS–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK BILLINGS Orientation tour of Billings. Drive to Yellowstone National Park.YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Guided sightseeing includes Mammoth Hot Springs, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and more. Overnight stay inside the park with free time this evening. (B,D)YELLOWSTONE-NATIONAL-PARK-LOWER-FALLS.jpg
Day 3: Yellowstone National Park,West Yellowstone,Big Sky
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation Name: Huntley Lodge at Big Sky Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–WEST YELLOWSTONE–BIG SKY YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park continues with visits to Old Faithful and Fountain Paint Pots. Scenic drive continues to West Yellowstone.WEST YELLOWSTONE Free time this afternoon.BIG SKY YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice.
Day 4: Big Sky,Nevada City,Virginia City,Missoula
Location: Missoula
Accommodation Name: Doubletree by Hilton Missoula Edgewater
Meals Included: Breakfast
BIG SKY Scenic drive to Nevada City and Virginia City to visit two Western ghost towns.NEVADA CITY Guided walking tour of the historic ghost town and outdoor museum.VIRGINIA CITY Free time in this once rich mining town turned thriving historic ghost town.MISSOULA Guided city tour. Free time this evening to find locally-caught trout for dinner on an outdoor patio, explore the Missoula craft beer scene, or enjoy entertainment at a wine bar.
BIG SKY–NEVADA CITY–VIRGINIA CITY–MISSOULA BIG SKY Scenic drive to Nevada City and Virginia City to visit two Western ghost towns.NEVADA CITY Guided walking tour of the historic ghost town and outdoor museum.VIRGINIA CITY Free time in this thriving historic ghost town.MISSOULA Guided orientation tour. Free time this evening. (B)VIRGINIA-CITY.jpg
Day 5: Missoula,Whitefish
Location: Whitefish
Accommodation Name: Grouse Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
MISSOULA–WHITEFISH MISSOULA Morning drive along Flathead Lake en route to Whitefish.WHITEFISH YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice. Free time this evening.
Day 6: Whitefish Excursion To Glacier National Park
Location: Glacier National Park
Accommodation Name: Grouse Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Drive to Lake McDonald Village for a scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard a historic Red Jammer bus. After crossing 6,664-foot-high Logan Pass, enter a wonderland of alpine scenery, where jagged mountain peaks, deep-green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows dominate the landscape. Return to Whitefish in the afternoon. WHITEFISH Free time this evening.
WHITEFISH EXCURSION TO GLACIER NATIONAL PARK GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Drive to Lake McDonald Village for a scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard a historic Red Jammer bus. After crossing 6,664-foot-high Logan Pass, enter a wonderland of alpine scenery, where jagged mountain peaks, deep-green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows dominate the landscape. Return to Whitefish in the afternoon. WHITEFISH Free time this evening. (B)GLACIER-NATIONAL-PARK.jpg
Day 7: Whitefish,Sandpoint,Spokane
Location: Spokane
Accommodation Name: The Centennial Hotel Spokane
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
WHITEFISH Morning scenic drive to picturesque Sandpoint, Idaho.SANDPOINT Free time to explore the shops, pubs, and galleries. Scenic drive along the Pend Oreille River into Washington en route to Spokane.SPOKANE Guided sightseeing tour includes Manito Park Gardens, followed by free time and a farewell dinner this evening.
WHITEFISH–SANDPOINT–SPOKANE WHITEFISH Morning scenic drive to picturesque Sandpoint, Idaho.SANDPOINT Free time to explore the shops, pubs, and galleries. Scenic drive along the Pend Oreille River into Washington en route to Spokane.SPOKANE Guided sightseeing tour includes Manito Park Gardens, followed by free time and a farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)SANDPOINT.jpg
Day 8: Spokane
Location: Spokane
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Spokane and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase.
SPOKANE Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Spokane and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)SPOKANE-WASHINGTON.jpg
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at The DoubleTree Billings, Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Huntley Lodge at Big Sky Resort, Doubletree by Hilton Missoula Edgewater, Grouse Mountain Lodge, and The Centennial Hotel Spokane.
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Meals
Breakfast daily and 2 dinners are included.
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Guided Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park, including Mammoth Hot Springs, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Old Faithful, and Fountain Paint Pots.
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YourChoice Excursions
Choice of activities in Big Sky and Whitefish, such as hiking, scenic chair lift rides, medicinal plant workshops, historic mansion visits, scenic float trips, and beer tasting experiences.
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Transportation
Scenic drives and transportation between locations, including a ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard a historic Red Jammer bus in Glacier National Park.
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Welcome Drink
Welcome drink upon arrival in Billings.
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Farewell Dinner
Farewell dinner in Spokane.
What's Not Included
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Television and Amenities
Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities.
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Weather and Road Conditions
Routes and areas visited in Yellowstone are subject to weather and/or road conditions.
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Logan Pass Visit
The visit to Logan Pass is normally possible from mid-June to mid-September.
If unable to travel to Logan Pass, alternative sightseeing on the Red Jammer buses will be done. -
Activity Availability
YourChoice Excursions booked on-tour are subject to availability and vendor terms.
Meals
Breakfast Daily, 2 Dinners
Notes
We encourage all guests to prebook YourChoice Excursions to ensure your preference is available. YourChoice Excursions booked on-tour are subject to availability and vendor terms. This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not meet the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities..Routes and areas visited in Yellowstone are subject to weather and/or road conditions.The visit to Logan Pass is normally possible from mid-June to mid-September. If unable to travel to Logan Pass, alternative sightseeing on the Red Jammer buses will be done.Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
UNESCO Sites
Waterton Glacier International Peace Park|Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation
Stay at the DoubleTree Billings in Billings, Yellowstone National Park Lodges in Yellowstone National Park, Huntley Lodge at Big Sky Resort in Big Sky, Doubletree by Hilton Missoula Edgewater in Missoula, Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish, and The Centennial Hotel Spokane in Spokane.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy scenic drives and guided tours through the Rocky Mountains, including a historic Red Jammer bus ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I choose from in Big Sky?
In Big Sky, you can choose from three activities: a leisurely hike to Ousel Falls, a scenic chair lift ride with a local Naturalist Guide, or a workshop to learn about and create medicinal salves from local mountain flora.
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What will I see during the guided sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park?
During the guided sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park, you will visit Mammoth Hot Springs, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Old Faithful, and Fountain Paint Pots.
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What can I do during my free time in West Yellowstone?
During your free time in West Yellowstone, you can explore the area at your own pace and enjoy the local attractions.
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What are the YourChoice Excursions available in Whitefish?
In Whitefish, the YourChoice Excursions include visiting the Conrad Mansion in Kalispell, a scenic float trip on the Flathead River in Glacier National Park, or a Beer 101 experience and tasting in Kalispell.
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What is included in the guided city tour of Missoula?
The guided city tour of Missoula includes an orientation tour and free time in the evening to explore local dining options, the craft beer scene, or entertainment at a wine bar.
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What will I experience on the scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park?
On the scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, you will travel aboard a historic Red Jammer bus, cross Logan Pass, and enjoy views of alpine scenery, jagged mountain peaks, deep-green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows.
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What can I do during my free time in Sandpoint, Idaho?
During your free time in Sandpoint, Idaho, you can explore the shops, pubs, and galleries in the picturesque town.
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What should I know about the facilities in the national parks visited on this tour?
The facilities in the national parks visited on this tour may not meet the first-class standard you expect. Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities.
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What happens if the weather conditions are unfavorable during the visit to Logan Pass?
If the weather conditions are unfavorable during the visit to Logan Pass, alternative sightseeing on the Red Jammer buses will be arranged.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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