Yellowstone Private Tours give you a close-up, intimate experience of the world's first national park. We customize these 8-hour tours just for you, catering to couples, families, or small groups in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Our in-depth knowledge of Yellowstone and its history, wildlife, and natural processes, combine with your personal experiences to make for lifetime memories. Spend a day or two with us and forever smile as you remember your visit to wonderland.

Parents traveling with children like our flexibility and fun, educational activities. They realize the joys of travel multiply when families make new discoveries together. Gazing in awe down the throat of a geyser or taking a dip in the river on a hot day are some of our favorites.

Yellowstone Alpen Guides have been guiding in Yellowstone since 1984. We know the Park: where to go, what to see and the things to do for guests from all walks of life. Before your visit, we like to discuss with you your past experiences, if any, in Yellowstone while we learn of your interests and what your expectations are while visiting Yellowstone. We excel at planning what to do and where to go and which of our guides would be the best fit for you.

Some of our guests want an overview of the Park, traveling the Upper or Lower Loops, seeing the sights and visiting the major points of interest. Others like to spend less time driving and more time on the ground, perhaps including a short hike, while some opt for a combination of the two basic types of tours.

Our guide will meet you at your lodging or other prearranged location and either join you in your vehicle or drive you in ours. Ensure your trip to Yellowstone is the best it can be! Hire our guide for your first day in Yellowstone and it will set the foundation for the rest of your visit.

-Tour itinerary will change after August 16, 2009 due to road construction.
-rates subject to 3 percent tax
-rates do not include meals unless specified
-park entry fees and gratuity are not included
-refund of guiding fees (90%) will be given if cancellation is made seven days prior to your departure date
-Mastercard, Visa, and American Express accepted

• Is there a discount for taking two of your day tours? Yes, if you take two or more tours during your visit, there is a 10% discount.
• How does the Park entry fee work? We collect the Park entry fee as an agent for the National Park Service. A daily pass is $12 per person ages 16 and up; $15 per person for a 7 day pass; and $25 for a family living under the same roof. Children under 16 are free. Golden Eagle passes are good for cardholder, spouse and children. Annual, Area, Access and Senior Passes are good for the cardholder plus three additional people. You may purchase any of these passes on the day of your tour. A photo i.d. is required.
• What do you consider a senior citizen? 62 or over.
• What are the opening and closing dates for the Park? The winter season begins the third Wednesday in December until the second Monday in March. The summer season opens the third Friday in April until the first Monday in November. See our Yellowstone page for a complete listing of opening and closing dates.

See Yellowstone with us in any season. Spring wakes slowly with baby wildlife, new flowers and gurgling streams freed from winter’s hold. Fall brings an abundance of wildlife and diminished crowds that make the chill in the air more than bearable. In summer tour with us and enjoy the intimacy of Yellowstone as few ever will. Join us while we explore this delicate ecosystem called Yellowstone National Park. Alpen Guides lead tours that specialize in unhurried and close looks at the rare and breathtaking beauty of the park we love.

*** Roads close in early November and mid March to ready for the changing seasons. Be sure to visit www.nps.gov/yell to stay up to date with road opening and closing dates and updates on winter use planning