Montana | Glacier National Park | Family Vacation
Montana | Glacier National Park | Family Vacation
Montana | Glacier National Park | Family Vacation
6 Days Starting and ending in Kalispell, MT 59901, USA
Visiting: Whitefish, Two Medicine Lake, Iceberg Lake, Grinnell Lake, Going-to-the-Sun Road, Lake McDonald, Flathead Raft Company, Kalispell
Tour operator:
Tour code:
245
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 18
Physical rating:
Low, Moderate
Age range:
7-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Adventure awaits you and your family on this action-packed, kid-friendly Glacier Glacier National Park Family Vacation Package. Your expert guides will introduce you to the majesty of rugged mountains, jagged glaciers, turquoise-blue alpine lakes, and wildflower-studded meadows animated by the occasional mama bear and her rambunctious cubs. Hike, raft and uncover the wild west history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as your kids solve the mysteries of the flora, fauna, and folklore of the region. This all-inclusive Glacier Park family vacation package presents the perfect itinerary to fully experience Big Sky Country, featuring best-in-class travel and Austin’s signature touch of inspired, thoughtful service. You’re invited to kick back and spend time with the family while nature speaks for itself, all the while enjoying the tastiest in regional fare and cozy accommodations at iconic park properties set against the dreamy backdrop of awe-inspiring grandeur in one of America’s most celebrated national parks.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Whitefish / Two Medicine Lake
Location: Whitefish, Two Medicine Lake
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Glacier Park Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Our Glacier National Park family adventure vacation begins in the hip western town of Whitefish. After an introductory welcome meeting in town, we begin our two-hour drive towards East Glacier and head over to a lakeside picnic lunch. This afternoon, we play around Lower Two Medicine Lake, flanked by steep mountains that serve as the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of adventure. A brief transfer brings us to our lodge in East Glacier. Dinner is a short walk away at our favorite Mexican restaurant, Serrano’s.
About Glacier Park Lodge
Built almost a century ago by the Great Northern Railway, Glacier Park Lodge is nestled in East Glacier at the foot of Dancing Lady Mountain. Situated on the Blackfeet Reservation, the hotel site was purchased from the Piegan, a tribe of the Blackfeet Nation. When the present railway depot was built in 1912, the area was renamed Glacier Park Station and then became known as East Glacier Park in 1950. With an outdoor swimming pool, day spa, lounge, and fine dining restaurant, this property is an exception to the common “basic needs only” national park properties.
Day 2 : Iceberg Lake Trail Hike
Location: Iceberg Lake
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Many Glacier Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning wake up and shuttle north, deeper into the park, to the trailhead of Iceberg Lake, considered by many the “Crown Jewel” of hiking trails in the park. Iceberg Lake Trail offers one of the most scenic hikes on the planet. 4.5-miles in will seem a short distance as you enjoy panoramic views, watch for mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and of course, bears. Your reward at the end of the trail? A jaw-dropping view of giant limestone cliffs and ice fields shooting up from the pristine blue waters of the alpine lake below. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a dip into the iceberg-dotted lake! After lunch at the lake, we’ll hike back to our shuttle and continue on to our home for the next two nights, Many Glacier Hotel.
About Many Glacier Hotel
Many Glacier Hotel, located in the northeastern part of Glacier National Park on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake, boasts a true Swiss atmosphere from the alpine beauty that surrounds the building to the themed architecture and decor of the striking atrium lobby. The hotel was declared a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 29, 1976. In keeping with the era in which the hotel was built, the rooms offer guests modest amenities and old-world style accommodations resulting in a one-of-a-kind, National Park lodging experience.
Day 3 : Grinnell Lake Hike
Location: Grinnell Lake
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Many Glacier Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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.
Day 4 : Going To The Sun Road / Lake Mcdonald
Location: Going-to-the-Sun Road, Lake McDonald
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lake McDonald Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s the Big Day…the day we explore the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road. As the sun lights up the peaks, we watch for grizzly bears, deer and bighorn sheep. The adventure continues as we hike under glacially carved mountains leading to a scenic waterfall. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of Glacier’s mountain beauty from the perfect picnic spot. As we continue our journey to the other side of Logan Pass, we’ll stop to appreciate the stunning view of the western valleys. Upon arrival to Lake McDonald, head out on a short boat tour taking in the majesty of the Continental Divide and the tranquility of the emerald-hued lake. Dinner tonight is at the Belton Chalet.
About Lake McDonald Lodge
Lake McDonald Lodge opened its doors on June 14, 1914, and is a three-and-one-half-story structure built on the eastern shore of glaciated, picturesque Lake McDonald. In keeping in the era in which all of the rooms were built, they offer guests modest amenities and old-world style accommodations resulting in a one-of-a-kind, National Park lodging experience. The floors of the lobby have incised messages in Kootenai (a local Native American dialect) that translate into phrases such as “welcome”, “new life to those who drink here”, “looking toward the mountain” and “big feast”. The main lodge was declared a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
Day 5 : Flathead River Raft / Whitefish
Location: Flathead Raft Company, Whitefish
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grouse Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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 Grill.
About Grouse Mountain Lodge
Grouse Mountain Lodge’s front doors welcome you to upscale comfort and an authentic Whitefish, Montana lodging experience. The fantastic location leads you to an exciting year-round adventure.
With 143 beautifully appointed guest rooms, fresh and exciting cuisine in Logan’s Bar and Grill, an indoor pool, outdoor hot tubs, a day spa, and a substantial list of services and amenities, Grouse Mountain Lodge is one of Montana’s finest lodge resorts. Guest rooms combine warmth and appeal with design and spaciousness to provide that pampered feeling.
Day 6 : Whitefish / Kalispell
Location: Whitefish, Kalispell
Meals Included: Breakfast
or 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.
** Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather, and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate by Austin Adventures.
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 Days Hotels and 3 Days Lodge
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Double occupancy rooms with private baths. Rooms often accommodate 3 or 4 people.
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All meals: breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners – except one dinner on own your own – refreshments and receptions.
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Fully trained, first-aid certified, professional guides and knowledgeable local partners.
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Any necessary equipment – all safe and well maintained.
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Vehicle support and land transportation during the trip.
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Austin Adventures T-shirt, water bottle, luggage tags, and luggage service.
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Pre-departure and packing information.
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Incidental expenses such as taxes, dining and housekeeping gratuities, local partner and expert gratuities, and national park entrance and permit fees.
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Gratuities to Austin Adventures guides.
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Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities.
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One dinner on your own.
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Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses.
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Air and land transportation to/from host cities.
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All types of personal insurance.
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Personal expenses.
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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