Overview
Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America’s Rocky Mountains By Design
Get outward-bound on an 8-day adventure in the Rocky Mountains. How will you indulge your inner mountaineer? Rafting on a river in Glacier National Park with a big smile on your face or riding on a chairlift in Big Sky country? Mixing with the locals for local beers in Kalispell or a leisurely hike to Ousel Falls? With complimentary YourChoice Excursions, you decide how to set your spirit free. Why This Trip Rocks Our World: •An amazing adventure into the wild places of America’s northwest National Parks. •Rocky Mountain highs and breathtaking sighs under Montana skies. •Included YourChoice Excursions in Big Sky and Whitefish. •Altitude adjustment!
Highlights of Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America’s Rocky Mountains By Design
Product Group
Sunny Days, Starry Nights: America's Rocky Mountains By Design
UNESCO Sites
Waterton Glacier International Peace Park
Travelers Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Notes
We encourage all guests to prebook YourChoice Excursions to ensure your preference is available. YourChoice Excursions booked on-tour are subject to availability and vendor terms. This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not meet the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities..Routes and areas visited in Yellowstone are subject to weather and/or road conditions.The visit to Logan Pass is normally possible from mid-June to mid-September. If unable to travel to Logan Pass, alternative sightseeing on the Red Jammer buses will be done.Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
Vacation Type
y
Meals
Breakfast Daily, 2 Dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN BILLINGS Welcome to Billings! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2
BILLINGS–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Where the Wild Things AreBILLINGS Orientation tour of Billings. Drive to Yellowstone National Park.YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Guided sightseeing includes Mammoth Hot Springs, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and more. Overnight stay inside the park with free time this evening. (B,D)
Day 3
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–WEST YELLOWSTONE–BIG SKY YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park continues with visits to Old Faithful and Fountain Paint Pots. Scenic drive continues to West Yellowstone.WEST YELLOWSTONE Free time this afternoon.BIG SKY YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice.


Day 4
BIG SKY–NEVADA CITY–VIRGINIA CITY–MISSOULA BIG SKY Scenic drive to Nevada City and Virginia City to visit two Western ghost towns.NEVADA CITY Guided walking tour of the historic ghost town and outdoor museum.VIRGINIA CITY Free time in this once rich mining town turned thriving historic ghost town.MISSOULA Guided city tour. Free time this evening to find locally-caught trout for dinner on an outdoor patio, explore the Missoula craft beer scene, or enjoy entertainment at a wine bar. (B)
Day 5
MISSOULA–WHITEFISH MISSOULA Morning drive along Flathead Lake en route to Whitefish.WHITEFISH YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice. Free time this evening.



Day 6
WHITEFISH EXCURSION TO GLACIER NATIONAL PARK GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Drive to Lake McDonald Village for a scenic ride along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard a historic Red Jammer bus. After crossing 6,664-foot-high Logan Pass, enter a wonderland of alpine scenery, where jagged mountain peaks, deep-green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows dominate the landscape. Return to Whitefish in the afternoon. WHITEFISH Free time this evening. (B)
Day 7
WHITEFISH–SANDPOINT–SPOKANE WHITEFISH Morning scenic drive to picturesque Sandpoint, Idaho.SANDPOINT Free time to explore the shops, pubs, and galleries. Scenic drive along the Pend Oreille River into Washington en route to Spokane.SPOKANE Guided sightseeing tour includes Manito Park Gardens, followed by free time and a farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)
Day 8
SPOKANE Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Spokane and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | The DoubleTree Billings | Surrounded by restaurants and breweries in downtown Billings, The DoubleTree Billings is ideally situated. The hotel features spectacular views from the Montana Sky restaurant on the 20th floor, fitness center, convenience store, and complimentary Wi-Fi. | Billings | 27 N 27th Street | First-Class |
| 2 | Yellowstone National Park Lodges | Each Yellowstone National Park Lodge has its own unique setting and atmosphere. The specific lodge for your vacation will be confirmed closer to departure. Lodges featured in Yellowstone National Park are the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel, Grant Village, Canyon Lodge, and Old Faithful Snow Lodge. | Yellowstone National Park | Yellowstone National Park | National Park |
| 3 | Huntley Lodge at Big Sky Resort | Located in the heart of Mountain Village, Huntley Lodge at Big Sky Resort is a traditional slope-side ski lodge offers spectacular views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. The hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, restaurant and bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi. | Big Sky | 50 Big Sky Resort Road | First-Class |
| 4 | Edgewater Missoula | Enjoy views of Mount Sentinel from our hotel, a 15-minute walk from downtown Missoula. Less than a mile from the University of Montana and the Adams Event Center, and we offer free access to Currents Aquatic Center. | Missoula | 100 Madison | First-Class |
| 5 | Grouse Mountain Lodge | The Grouse Mountain Lodge located in gorgeous Whitefish Montana is a relaxing getaway with plenty of things to do. The hotel features spa services, 2 spa tubs, tennis courts, sauna, fitness facility, and indoor pool. The guestrooms have all the comforts of home including bathrobes. Guests are also welcome to enjoy libations and snacks in their restaurant or bar. | Whitefish | 2 Fairway Drive | Superior First-Class |
| 6 | The Centennial Hotel Spokane | The Centennial Hotel Spokane is located downtown, nestled along the banks of the Spokane River and just steps from the city's best attractions and landmarks. The hotel offers stylish guest rooms, most with stunning city views overlooking downtown Spokane, Riverside Park, or the Spokane River. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, various dining options, friendly staff, fitness, pool, and business amenities. You'll also find plenty of shopping, dining, and outdoor activities within easy access. | Spokane | 303 W. North River Drive | First-Class |











