Montana: Exploring Big Sky Country

August 29 - September 8, 2023

Step outside, take a deep breath in, and look towards the mountains – you’re in the big sky country of Montana, now. Explore both the Northern and Southern Loops of Yellowstone National Park, and visit Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon, and more. Venture to Helena, the “Queen City of the Rockies.” Cruise on the Missouri River through the Gates of the Mountains, named by legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Spend time in the mountain town of St. Mary Village before heading in to explore Glacier National Park. Take an adventurous white water rafting trip or a calm, scenic float down the Flathead River. Meet a descendant of the last Kootenai chief, and learn about the importance of the land in native life. Get a glimpse into the heroic and dangerous life of a Smokejumper. A land of wilderness, adventure, and beauty, Montana is waiting for you.

Round-trip Peoria/Bloomington/Champaign/Chicago transfers

Round-trip airfare from Chicago O'Hare - other departure cities available

Hotel accommodations

16 Meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 5 dinners

Venture into the Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park

Stop of the Grand Prismatic Spring & Old Faithful 

Explore Yellowstone's Northern Loop

Stop at the Mammoth Hot Springs and th Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

Guided tour of Helena

Venture to the Great Falls, where the mighty Missouri River thunders down from the Rocky Mountains

Board a red bus and venture into Glacier National Park

Enjoy leisure time in Whitefish

Take in the scenery at Flathead Lake

Visit the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula

Explore the Smokejumper Visitor Center