Arrive in Buffalo and check into your boutique lodge. Stroll through Historic Downtown Buffalo, admiring the preserved 19th‑century storefronts and the iconic Buffalo Bill statue.
Visit the Old Trail Museum to learn about the area's pioneering history, then relax in Nolan Park where the North Platte River offers scenic views and birdwatching opportunities.
Dine at a local steakhouse featuring Wyoming beef, followed by a sunset walk along the Buffalo River Trail before retiring for the night.
Depart Buffalo and drive the 70‑mile scenic route to the Bighorn National Forest. Stop at the Cloud Peak Trailhead for a short hike to the summit’s viewpoint.
Descend to the Bighorn Canyon Overlook for dramatic vistas of the canyon and the reservoir, then explore wildlife spotting areas near the Medicine Wheel.
Set up camp at a designated forest campground or stay at a rustic cabin, enjoying a campfire dinner under the starry night sky.
Drive to Thermopolis and begin at Hot Springs State Park, where you can soak in the world‑famous mineral pools and walk the river trail.
Visit the Mammoth Site, an active paleontological dig with towering fossilized mammoths, then explore the Wyoming Dinosaur Center’s interactive exhibits.
Enjoy a casual dinner in downtown Thermopolis, then take a twilight dip in the park’s hot springs before heading back to your lodging.
Travel to Cody and start at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, a complex of five museums covering art, history, and the legacy of the American West.
Walk through Old Trail Town, an authentic western ghost town with historic buildings, then catch a rodeo performance at the Cody Nite Rodeo (seasonal).
Savor a western‑style dinner at a ranch restaurant and stroll along the Cody Stampede Trail for sunset views of the Absaroka Range.
Enter Yellowstone via the North Entrance and explore Mammoth Hot Springs, walking the boardwalks among limestone terraces.
Head to Norris Geyser Basin for dynamic geothermal displays, then drive to Lamar Valley for prime wildlife viewing—especially bison and wolves.
Conclude the day at Tower Fall, watching the waterfall glow in the sunset, and stay at a park lodge or nearby cabin.
Travel to Greybull and visit the Greybull Museum to learn about local mining and ranching history.
Take a short hike from the Absaroka Range Trailhead, offering panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and opportunities for photography.
Relax in town with a hearty dinner at a family‑run eatery, then enjoy an early night in preparation for the final day's ride.
Return to Buffalo and meet your guide for a guided horseback trail ride through the prairie and along the historic Overland Trail.
Stop at a local farm market for souvenirs and a quick lunch featuring regional specialties, then spend free time revisiting any favorite spots in town.
Celebrate the trip with a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the North Platte River, followed by a brief nightcap before departure.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Historic Downtown Buffalo | Free |
| Nolan Park | Free |
| Old Trail Museum | $5 |
| Bighorn National Forest | Free |
| Cloud Peak Trailhead | Free |
| Bighorn Canyon Overlook | Free |
| Hot Springs State Park | $10 (pool entry) |
| Mammoth Site (Thermopolis) | $12 |
| Wyoming Dinosaur Center | $8 |
| Buffalo Bill Center of the West | $20 (all five museums) |
| Old Trail Town (Cody) | Free |
| Cody Nite Rodeo | $15 |
| Mammoth Hot Springs | Free |
| Norris Geyser Basin | Free |
| Lamar Valley | Free |
| Tower Fall | Free |
| Greybull Museum | $5 |
| Absaroka Range Trailhead | Free |
| Buffalo Trail Rides | $45 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | $540-680 |