Glacier National Park

• Traverse the alpine reaches of the Continental Divide on the Going-to-the-Sun Road
• Scout for bears, including grizzlies, on secluded walks and hikes in glacial valleys
• Relax lakeside at each of the park’s grand historic lodges

When naturalist John Muir visited Glacier, he wrote in 1901, “Get off the tracks at Belton Station [now West Glacier] and in a few minutes you will find yourself in the midst of what you are sure to say is the best care-killing scenery on the continent.” Muir’s words are still valid today in this beguiling landscape of peaks, meadows, wildflowers and meltwater lakes fed by rills tumbling down off the park’s namesake ice shelves. A foray into Glacier’s wild bounty will refresh and energize contemporary spirits just as it did a century ago.

Location of Adventure
Glacier National Park, Montana

Group Size Limit: Approximately 14 Travelers
A very important feature of our Glacier National Park nature adventure is the limited group size, as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers.

Included
Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on final day, bottled water, services of NHA Expedition Leader, most gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, permits and entrance fees, all taxes.

Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.

Physical Requirements
Moderate / Flexible
Our hikes in Glacier National Park require moderate physical exertion. Some gain in altitude is required in some locations, and hikes generally range from one to four miles. However, travelers are not required to participate in all excursions, and much of the park can be observed from roadways and our lodges. Guests who would like to participate in longer hikes may have the opportunity to take additional optional hikes at their leisure. For active multi-sport trips to this region, call Backroads at 800-462- 2848.

Important Information about This Trip

This adventure explores one of North America’s most magnificent natural areas, investigating accessible areas of Glacier National Park often missed by the casual tourist, with the same views enjoyed typically only by hardy backcountry hikers. Specific dates cannot be booked with the National Parks until August (for the following year). Trip dates listed are likely to change slightly and will be confirmed at that time.

Getting There & Getting Home
You should arrive in time to join your group for your welcome dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 1 at the Kalispell Grand Hotel in Kalispell, Montana. You are free to depart in the afternoon on the final day.



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7 Days

2010 Dates

Jul 3 - 9

Jul 10 - 16

Jul 17 - 23

Jul 31 - Aug 6

Aug 7 - 15*
 

2011 Dates

Jul 2 - 8

Jul 9 - 15

Jul 23 - 29

Jul 30 - Aug 5

Family Departures
We have scheduled family trips which are specially designed so parents, children and grandparents can enjoy the wonders of the Glacier National Park in a manner that best meets families' needs. For Family Departures in Summer 2009, please see our "Family Glacier" page. Some families may prefer to run their own private adventure. Please call us for details: 1-800-543-8917.

2010 Fees

$2,995

Single Supp.: $795

Deposit: $500

2010 Fees
Waterton Lakes Itinerary*
$3,795
Single Supp.: $1,195
Deposit: $500
Please click here for more information on Waterton Lakes Itinerary

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. 2011 dates and fees may change slightly.