Wyoming Cowboy Family Adventure

Itinerary

• Wyoming

  Wyoming is a state in the Western United States. The majority of the state is dominated by the mountain ranges and rangelands of the Rocky Mountain West, while the easternmost section of the state includes part of a high elevation prairie region known as the High Plains. While the tenth largest U.S. state by area, Wyoming is the least populous.  The capital and the most populous city of Wyoming is Cheyenne.  Wyoming is bordered on the north by Montana, on the east by South Dakota and Nebraska, on the south by Colorado, on the southwest by Utah, and on the west by Idaho.  The state includes both Parks Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks as well as wildlife refuges, historical sites and trails and the Devils Tower and Fossil Butte National Monuments.

• Jackson

  Jackson is in Northwest Wyoming, close to the south end of Grand Teton National Park. It is the gateway to two of the United States' best-known national parks, Grand Teton itself and nearby Yellowstone. Many famous people maintain vacation homes in and around this area. The combined elements of beautiful mountain scenery, Old West heritage, tourist traps and celebrity residents give this small town a unique atmosphere both cosmopolitan and frontier. "Jackson" is the name of the town, while "Jackson Hole" refers to either the greater valley area or the Jackson Hole Ski Resort. Salt Lake City, Utah, served by several major airlines, is about a five hour drive from Jackson.

• • Jackson (WY)
  • Spring Creek Ranch

  Day 1: Jackson Hole - Jackson

  You will be provided with a pre-departure package which will include all necessary information that you will need for your trip including materials such as vouchers, maps, train tickets (if relevant) etc.

  Enjoy a private transfer between your Teton Village area hotel and Jackson Hole airport.

  There are so many things to do that can fill your days while you are at Jackson - the difficult thing will be to decide what to do! Options include hot air ballooning, a hunting trip, jeep tours, Llama packing (hiking with a llama carrying your back pack!), miniature golf, mountaineering, a photography excursion, horseback riding, biking, boating, chuck wagon dinners, fishing, river float trips, hiking, golf, elk bugling - Fall foliage tour, alpine slide (an exhilarating slide down Snow King Mountain). At night time, the playhouse theatres often have entertaining performances. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these optional activities.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch

  Spring Creek Ranch, a year-round luxury resort, is located on a wildlife sanctuary, almost 1,000 feet above the town of Jackson, with spectacular views of the Teton Mountain Range, including the world famous 13,700 foot Grand Teton. The resort is the proud recipient of the prestigious Conde' Nast Traveler Gold List designation. According to the Robb Report of the Top Ten Family and Corporate Retreats in October 2004, Spring Creek Ranch is described as "Luxury with rustic flair surrounds guests in authentic cowboy country."

• • Bull Elk Herd

  Day 2: Jackson

  Embark on an unforgettable journey to the wildlife hotspots of Jackson Hole. This special wildlife safari offers a personal wildlife experience rivaling a National Geographic Special! The particular time of departure will depend on the season and will be based on optimal time for wildlife viewing.

  Enjoy a dinner cookout after a one hour trail ride through the beautiful scenery. Meet other guests staying on the ranch and relax in the company of the horse hands and chef. You can choose between a hamburger or chicken for your dinner.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch
• • Grand Teton Morning Reflection

  Day 3: Jackson

  Enjoy a photo safari to Grand Teton - the world's most photogenic National Park! Your award-winning photographer Guide (whose credits include works published in the likes of National Geographic, National Wildlife and awards from BBC) will show you some tips of the trade as you take advantage of the wonderful setting of this unique landscape and wildlife.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch
• • Horseback trail ride

  Day 4: Jackson

  Escape into the solitude and tranquility of the rocky mountains on a half day horseback trail ride. With stables located right on the Spring Creek Ranch, you will be on the trail and in spectacular scenery in no time at all! The horses are very docile, the equipment is of a very high quality, and the professional Guides accompany you throughout your trail ride.

  Enjoy an evening under the stars! There is an ideal location above the lights of Jackson for stargazing and learning a few of the summer constellations.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch
• • Yellowstone National Park

  Day 5: Jackson

  Enjoy a full day shared tour to Yellowstone National Park - the world's first National Park. The park is home to some spectacular wildlife, the most famous geysers on the planet and never-ending scenery. The exact route will depend on wildlife sightings, but stops typically include Old Faithful, the colorful waterfalls of the canyon region and the wildlife of the Hayden valley. Lunch is included and is often taken at the Old Faithful Inn.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch
• • Hiking through Jackson Hole Valley

  Day 6: Jackson Hole - Jackson

  Transfer using a local taxi. Please note that this is not included in trip price and is payable locally.

  Spend the morning hiking some of the most beautiful areas of the Jackson Hole Valley on a shared tour with a naturalist guide who can take you on a scenic trip up the tram at Teton Village to spend the morning alpine hiking with spectacular valley views or into meadows of the valley that offer majestic views of the surrounding mountain ranges. After your naturalist educates you on plants, wildlife and geological history of the area, it is then time to take your newfound knowledge to the Grand Canyon of the Snake River for your white-water rafting adventure. The hike and raft trip includes transportation from meeting spots for both activities. The hike includes bottled water, snacks, and the use of fanny packs, backpacks, binoculars, and rain ponchos. The morning hike leaves at 8am and gets back around 12pm with the white-water rafting trip leaving around 1:30 and getting back to town around 5pm. You can do these activities on two separate days.

  Accommodation: Spring Creek Ranch

• Day 7: Jackson Hole

  Enjoy a private transfer between your Teton Village area hotel and Jackson Hole airport.

  Accommodation: Depart (Int`l Airport)

Accommodation

• • Spring Creek Ranch

  Spring Creek Ranch

  Spring Creek Ranch, a year-round luxury resort, is located on a wildlife sanctuary, almost 1,000 feet above the town of Jackson, with spectacular views of the Teton Mountain Range, including the world famous 13,700 foot Grand Teton. The resort is the proud recipient of the prestigious Conde' Nast Traveler Gold List designation. According to the Robb Report of the Top Ten Family and Corporate Retreats in October 2004, Spring Creek Ranch is described as "Luxury with rustic flair surrounds guests in authentic cowboy country."

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The Fine Print

• Trip Operator

  Horizon & Co. (founded in 1963), is a privately-owned leading boutique travel company. Horizon designs and stages authentic and deeply personal travel experiences that are carefully choreographed to induce a life-long memory. In addition to offering published trips on seven continents, Horizon builds private custom trips for discerning individuals and small groups.

• Contact Information

  Horizon & Co.
  Tel: 1-800-387-2977
  Email: admin@horizon-co.com
  Web: www.horizon-co.com

• What's Included:

  • Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

• What's not Included:

  • Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance

• Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
  • Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
  • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
  • Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
  • Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
  • Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.horizon-co.com/terms-and-conditions
  • Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.

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