If you've already seen Yellowstone but want to explore Montana’s wild west history, this private tour takes you to the best preserved-ghost towns in the area. Relax and enjoy the ride while your personal driver and guide takes you through spectacular mountain scenery on the way to historic Nevada City and Virginia City, where you can walk around real remnants of saloons, cabins, and mining stores that date back to the Gold Rush of the 1800s.

Explore Montana’s Gold Rush history at two open-air museums
Learn about life in the old west from a dedicated guide
Private transport and traveler pickup for a comfortable journey
Great way to fill an extra day in and around Yellowstone National Park

What To Expect

Earthquake Lake

Quake Lake is a lake in the western United States, on the Madison River in southwestern Montana. It was created after an earthquake struck on August 17, 1959, with 28 fatalities. Northwest of West Yellowstone, Quake Lake is six miles in length with a maximum depth of 125 feet. A stop at the Visitor Center is included (only during the spring and summer)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nevada City Ghost Town

Nevada City was a mining ghost town until the Bovey family restored it between 1945 and 1978. The entire town of Nevada City is a living historical museum. Today it is a famous tourist attraction with many original log buildings and an outstanding collection of old-time music boxes, player pianos and calliopes.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Virginia City

What was once the largest town East of The Mississippi. Rich in Western Culture.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center

The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is a not-for-profit wildlife park and educational facility opened in 1993 that is located in West Yellowstone, Montana, United States. It is open 365 days a year, and admission is good for two consecutive days
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museum of the Yellowstone

Founded in 1908, the community of West Yellowstone began with the arrival of rail service to this location. Explore the stories of the growth and changes that occurred in this town as it developed into a true community. The railroad facilities built by the Union Pacific Railroad in West Yellowstone are encompassed in the West Yellowstone Oregon Shortline Terminus Historic District. Discover the stories of the buildings and structures in the Historic District, and see historic photos of them. (* this stop is only available from May 14th to Oct 6th)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Air-conditioned vehicle
Snacks
Bottled water
Private transportation
Hotel or AirBnB Drop off and Pick Up included.
All Fees and Taxes

Exclude

Lunch
Gratuities