7-Day Wyoming Itinerary

A mix of stunning national parks, Old West history, and outdoor adventures across Wyoming.

Day1

Arrive in Jackson Hole & Explore

Fly into Jackson Hole Airport (JAC).

Top Things to Do in Jackson Hole

  • Walk Through Town Square & See the Iconic Elk Antler Arches.
  • Visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art.
  • Optional: Go Horseback Riding for a Classic Wyoming Experience.
  • Dinner at The Gun BarrelA Great Spot for Bison or Elk Steak.

Overnight in Jackson Hole.

Day2

Grand Teton National Park - Iconic Mountain Views

Drive from Jackson to Grand Teton National Park (15 minutes).

Top Things to Do in Grand Teton

  • Drive the 42-Mile Scenic Loop for Incredible Views of the Tetons.
  • Hike to Hidden Falls & Inspiration Point from Jenny Lake.
  • Catch Sunset at Oxbow Bend.
  • Look for Bison, Moose & Bears Near Mormon Row or Schwabacher Landing.

Overnight in Jackson Hole or Inside Grand Teton National Park.

Day3

Yellowstone National Park - Geysers & Wildlife

Drive from Grand Teton to Yellowstone (1 hour via the South Entrance).

Top Things to Do in Yellowstone (Southern Loop)

  • Watch Old Faithful Erupt & Walk the Geyser Basin Boardwalks.
  • See Grand Prismatic Spring.
  • Explore West Thumb Geyser Basin Along Yellowstone Lake.

Overnight in Old Faithful Lodge or West Yellowstone.

Day4

Yellowstone's Grand Canyon & Mammoth Hot Springs

Explore More of Yellowstone's Grand Loop Road.

Top Things to Do

  • See the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone & Hike Uncle Tom's Trail.
  • Drive Through Hayden Valley.
  • Explore Mammoth Hot Springs' Terraces & Historic Fort Yellowstone.
  • Optional: Soak in the Boiling River (Seasonal).

Overnight in Mammoth Hot Springs or Gardiner, MT.

Day5

Cody - The Wild West Town

Drive from Yellowstone to Cody (2.5 hours).

Top Things to Do in Cody

  • Visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West.
  • Watch the Cody Nite Rodeo (Summer Only).
  • Tour the Historic Irma Hotel.
  • Grab a Drink at the Silver Dollar Bar.

Overnight in Cody.

Day6

Drive the Bighorn Mountains & Visit Sheridan

Drive from Cody to Sheridan via the Bighorn Scenic Byway (3 hours).

Top Things to Do Along the Way

  • Stop at Shell Falls for a Scenic Waterfall View.
  • Visit the Historic Little Bighorn Battlefield (Optional Detour into Montana).
  • Dinner in SheridanTry Wyoming Rib & Chop House.

Overnight in Sheridan.

Day7

Return to Jackson & Depart

Drive from Sheridan to Jackson Hole (6 hours) or Fly Out of Casper (2.5 hours).

Optional Stops Along the Way

  • Explore Wind River CanyonOne of Wyoming's Best Scenic Drives.
  • Stop at Sinks Canyon State Park Near Lander.

Fly out of Jackson (JAC) or Casper (CPR).

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