The Best of Glacier National Park

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Discover Glacier National Park as you raft Flathead River, explore alpine trails, visit pristine lakes and learn how glaciers carved this stunning landscape eons ago.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I exercise for fun, not to win contests
    • I like to explore at an easy pace, stopping to snap photos and smell the roses
    • Varied terrain doesn’t scare me, but let’s not do anything too extreme

What's this trip about?

    Discover Glacier National Park as you raft Flathead River, explore alpine trails, visit pristine lakes and learn how glaciers carved this stunning landscape eons ago.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityLake McDonald in West Glacier
End CityLake McDonald in West Glacier

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Family Friendly
  • Birding
  • National Parks
  • Golf

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Activities

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Opening Dinner Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Motel check-in from 3:00 p.m. Walking 300 yards to/from dining and meeting room facilities.

When you check in and get your room assignment, collect your Road Scholar welcome packet with the up-to-date schedule and other important information, and confirm the tim...

Day 2 Lake McDonald Valley Hike, Glacier NP Lecture, Study Cruise Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Getting in/out of vans; driving about 6 miles, approximately 20 minutes each way. Hiking 2 to 5 miles; maintained dirt trails that may be rocky and uneven. Starting elevation approximately 3,200 feet, maximum elevation 4,000 feet. Bring reusable, one-liter, leak-proof...

Day 3 Going-to-the-Sun Road, Interpretive Hike Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Getting in/out of vans; driving about 60 miles, approximately 2 hours each way. Hiking 2 to 4 miles; maintained dirt trails that may be rocky and uneven. Starting elevation approximately 4,900 feet, maximum hiking elevation 5,200 feet; maximum driving elevation 6,700 ...

Day 4 Logan Pass via Going-to-the-Sun Road, Interpretive Hike Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Getting in/out of vans; driving about 22 miles, approximately 1 hour each way. Hiking 2 to 4 miles; maintained dirt trails that may be rocky and uneven, boardwalks with steep and deep stairs. Trailhead elevation is approximately 6,700 feet, hiking to maximum elevation...

Day 5 Natural History, Flathead River Interpretive Float Trip Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Getting on/off a bus; on/off inflatable rafts, approximately 2 to 3 hours with opportunities to get out and stretch your legs, and paddle (elective). Life jackets, water shoes, and wet suits (optional) provided. Restroom facilities available at raft company. For eveni...

Day 6 Program Concludes Lake McDonald in West Glacier

Hotel check-out 11:00 a.m.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that progra...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,099
Price per day$350
Last Updated: 9/26/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 5
  • Number of Lunch: 4
  • Number of Dinner: 4
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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