Hiking Magic! In a remote corner of northwestern Montana lies an area of unparalleled scenic beauty: Glacier National Park. Recognized as one of the most outstanding wilderness parks in the world, Glacier National Park has truly been touched by a magic hand. A lofty scene of high adventure and the perfect setting for a Montana hiking trip, this land sends the senses soaring and spirits singing. Aerial mountain ranges combine with sculptured glacial valleys, mirrored lakes, and colorful alpine meadows, providing prime habitat for prolific wildlife.
On this AdventureWomen hiking vacation you will observe bear, bighorn sheep, moose, eagles, and more; cross the border into Canada’s awesome Waterton International Peace Park; experience superb hiking and wonderful local guides; stay in comfortable historic park lodges; and whitewater raft on the scenic and exhilarating Flathead River. This hiking trip in Glacier National Park combines adventure at its best in some of the country’s most spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery.
Main Attractions
Stay in the historic Lake McDonald Lodge, Many Glacier Hotel, and Glacier Park Lodge.
Daily guided hiking in Glacier National Park’s world-class wilderness. Hike among towering mountain peaks, alpine meadows, sapphire glaciers, emerald lakes, wildflowers, and prolific wildlife.
Travel into Canada’s Waterton International Peace Park, the world’s first peace park.
Drive the spectacular and world-famous “Going to the Sun Highway”.
Go whitewater rafting with experienced guides on the beautiful Middle Fork of the Flathead River.
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Arrive at the Lake Mc Donald Lodge in Glacier National Park where you will meet your guides for an orientation and suggestions for tonight’s dinner options.
Day 2: Highline Trail and Going to the Sun Highway Travel to Logan Pass to hike a section of the famous Highline Trail. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a setting perfect for wildflower enthusiasts and watch for bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Then, drive the spectacular and world-famous “Going to the Sun Highway” to Many Glacier Hotel, located in the “Switzerland of North America” and your home for the next three nights.
Day 3: Hike to Grinnell Glacier Hike from Many Glacier Hotel to the base of Grinnell Glacier, one of the largest remaining glaciers in the park, and the turquoise pool of Grinnell Lake. Return to the Many Glacier Hotel for a three-course dinner in the historic dining room.
Day 4: Waterton International Peace Park Today, travel to the north end of Glacier National Park and over the International boundary into Canada’s Waterton International Peace Park. Then, board a boat and cruise from Canada into Goat Haunt, U.S.A. for a light day of trail exploration. Eat dinner in Waterton before returning to the Many Glacier Hotel.
Day 5: Two Medicine Valley This morning, journey to the lesser traveled southeast corner of Glacier Park to hike in the Two Medicine Valley. Stay in East Glacier at the historic headliner hotel, Glacier Park Lodge, located at the base of spectacular glaciated peaks.
Day 6: Whitewater Rafting and Whitefish Lake Drive back to West Glacier for an exciting guided whitewater raft trip on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Enjoy a morning float followed by an afternoon of exhilarating rapids. Then, head to Whitefish for a picnic dinner on the shores of Whitefish Lake. Stay at the beautiful Rocky Mountain Lodge in Whitefish.
Day 7: Departure Departure – complimentary breakfast and shuttle service to the airport are included.
This Package Includes
Five nights twin-bedded double occupancy accommodations in historic national park lodges.
One night accommodations in a Whitefish hotel.
Meals where specified in the itinerary.
Fully guided hikes each day with two Glacier-based naturalist-guides.
All transportation and luggage transfers within the Park.
Full-day sightseeing, hiking, and boat trip in Waterton National Peace Park, Canada.
Fully guided whitewater raft trip on the Flathead River.
Shuttle service back to the airport from Rocky Mountain Lodge.
Notes
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