ADULT ONLY
Activity Level 3
Those who take on our Level 3 tours are looking for more challenging hikes that will raise their heart rate.
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Price (Includes taxes and fees)
from USD 4999/per adult
Operated by our sister brand Austin Adventures
Activity Level 1
Suitable for most fitness levels, our Level 1 adventures are the perfect introduction to adventure travel.
You'll typically experience two half day activities per day, done at an easygoing pace.
Activity Level 2
Hikes on our Level 2 adventures are considered easy to moderate in difficulty.
Those who enjoy half-day hikes with enough elevation gain to elevate their heart rate will enjoy these adventures.
Activity Level 3
Those who take on our Level 3 tours are looking for more challenging hikes that will raise their heart rate.
While not our most strenuous trips, you'll definitely feel accomplished after a day on the trails. A solid base of fitness is advised.
Activity Level 4
Be prepared for some serious physical activity on our Level 4 trips. The fitter you are, the more you'll enjoy it, as most hikes will be challenging.
Hikes may include rock scrambling, river crossings, and off trail adventures.
Activity Level 5
On our Level 5 trips get ready to conquer back-to-back days of long hikes or summitting peaks at altitude.
We require a high level of fitness as adventurers will be met with plenty of challenges and sometimes extreme conditions.
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Tucked in Northern Montana amongst the dramatic Rocky Mountains, Glacier National Park is renowned for its endless beauty and numerous hiking trails. Here, fresh air awakens the mind, and mountains beg to be explored.
On our 6-day Glacier National Park vacation, you'll explore the best of it. Including a full day adventure hiking along the Iceberg Lake trail, exploring Grinnell Lake, Swiftcurrent Lake and Josephine Lake and experiencing the world-renowned Going to the Sun road. Spend your nights in the quaint towns of Whitefish and St Mary, and wake up to the sound of nature just outside your door.
With expert local guides leading the way, settle into nature's rhythm for a one-of-a-kind adventure that's sure to leave a lasting impression. Glacier National Park is calling. Are you ready?
IMPORTANT: Some departures for this trip feature an alternative Hike-focused itinerary, which differs slightly from the itinerary below and does not include biking. Look for the 'Hike' tags in the Tour Departure Dates section below, and ask our Adventure Travel Consultants for more details.
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Swiftcurrent and Grinnell Lakes
Hiking
Whitefish Mountain
Hiking
Iceberg Lake Trail
Hiking
Our Trip Itinerary contains all the exciting details you can expect to do on our trips. Get a clear picture of the adventures on this trip.
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Your Glacier Park adventure begins in the hip western town of Whitefish. After an introductory welcome meeting in town, we begin our two-hour drive towards East Glacier. We will stretch our legs with a short hike to Running Eagle Falls, then head over to a lakeside picnic lunch.
After lunch, a short bike ride will get you feeling comfortable in the saddle and ready for the days to come.
**Note: Hiking Departures of the Glacier National Park Adventure will visit Two Medicine Lake to take the historic boat across the lake and go for a short hike around 2 miles (3 kilometers) total before making our way to St. Mary Lodge.
Accommodation: St. Mary Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers)
Biking: 11 miles (18 kilometers)
Day 2
Wake up bright and early this morning and enjoy a hearty meal to fuel up for the full-day adventure ahead.
We venture out on the Swiftcurrent Trail to Red Rock Falls and Bullhead Lake. This scenic trail offers opportunities to potentially see moose and bears as well as the diversity of wildflowers Glacier is known for. Along the way we will get a sense of how big the park is with the mountains towering over us.
After lunch at the lake, we’ll hike back to the trailhead and continue on to our home for the night, Many Glacier Hotel. Here, the rooms offer guests modest amenities and old-world style accommodations resulting in a one-of-a-kind, National Park lodging experience filled to the brim with Swiss charm.
Accommodation: Many Glacier Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 7 miles (11 kilometers)
Day 3
Today we trek to one of the many backcountry lakes of the park. After awakening in the Many Glacier Valley, we hike alongside Swiftcurrent Lake and soon after, Lake Josephine. Upon reaching Grinnell Lake, kick back and relax as you reflect on the stunning scenery around you. The lake is named after George Bird Grinnell, an early American conservationist, explorer, and founder of the Audubon Society, who was so inspired by the scenery during his first trip to the area in 1885 that he spent the next two decades working to establish it as a national park.
Take your time heading back to the trailhead, and this evening enjoy a night on your own in Many Glacier.
Accommodation: Many Glacier Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hiking: 7 miles (11.2 kilometers)
Day 4
Today’s the Big Day…the day we bike the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road (east to west). While you enjoy breakfast, the guides will get the bikes ready to mount up. As the sun lights up the peaks, we’ll enjoy our challenging ride to Lake McDonald with frequent stops along the way to watch for mountain goats and the ever-present grizzlies. Completed in 1932 and at an estimated cost of $3 million, the Going-to-the-Sun Road is the highlight of any trip to Glacier.
Shortly after we begin the descent from Logan Pass, we’ll enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking a stunning view of the western valleys. Our ride ends near our home for the night, Lake McDonald Lodge.
The afternoon is yours to do as you choose. Take a few hours to relax by (or in) the lake, hike one of the many trails from the lodge, take a boat ride or simply find a cozy spot and curl up with a good book. Dinner tonight is at the Belton Chalet.
**Note: Hiking Departures of the Glacier National Park Adventure will drive Going to the Sun Road stopping at Logan Pass to hike to Hidden Lake Overlook. In the afternoon we will hike the Trail of the Cedars for a total of 5-6 miles (8-9.5 kilometers) of hiking today.
Accommodation: Lake McDonald Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Biking: 25 miles (40 kilometers)
Day 5
This morning, we shuttle to the Flathead River for a morning of rafting on perhaps not the wildest of rivers, but definitely one of the prettiest. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch prepared by your guides.
This afternoon, we drive to Whitefish through the Flathead Valley amid the Swan, Mission, Salish, and Whitefish mountain ranges of northwest Montana. Be sure to keep your eyes open while cruising through these breathtaking landscapes.
Dinner tonight is at Tupelo’s which specializes in Cajun and Southern cuisine, fresh seafood, steaks, and pasta.
Accommodation: Grouse Mountain Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rafting: 2 hours
Day 6
For our final adventure, we have time for one last hike in the Whitefish area. Ride the gondola up the mountain taking in picturesque views along the way. Once at the top, hike around the mountaintop covered in wildflowers and wild huckleberries. We ride back down the mountain before saying our final goodbyes.
Transfer to either your Whitefish hotel or the Kalispell airport for your departure home.
Accommodation: Not applicable
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 1-2 miles (1.5-3 kilometers)
This trip is operated by our sister brand Austin Adventures
Step into the charm of 1900s Swiss-chalet style accommodation at the historic lodge of Many Glacier Hotel. Situated on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the peaks of Glacier National Park from your room. You'll also experience a range of fantastic accommodations from Lake McDonald Lodge, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, through to modern Grouse Mountain Lodge near Whitefish, to Saint Mary Lodge at the intersection of Going-to-the-Sun Road and Looking Glass Highway.
By paying in full we are able to pass on savings to our guests, but please note that by opting for this payment plan, your booking becomes non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-changeable. This offer is only valid for reservations where the trip is no sooner than 180 days from the departure date at time of booking.
We highly recommend that you purchase Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance. We recommend Redpoint Insurance - you can find details here.
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You’ll be inspired and exhilarated, enjoying mind-blowing scenery on foot, in a sea kayak, or by bike - all at your own pace.
We're proud of our New Zealand roots and you’ll love our professional and warm style of hosting. We’re always here to help with planning... even hiking boot recommendations!
We've got everything covered – top-notch meals, comfortable transport, superb accommodation, amazing guides and INCREDIBLE service.
With an average of 12 guests per departure and an industry-leading average 6:1 guest-to-guide ratio, you'll get to know your fellow travelers and have the flexibility to go at your own pace.
All our carefully selected guides are highly experienced and have deep personal connections to nature and culture. You’ll enjoy an authentic local experience.
We could hang around all day telling you how wonderful our trips are... but the best people to hear it from are our guests themselves.
