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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone National Park

4.8(59)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 59 reviews8 hFree cancellationBy GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide)
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone National Park

About this activity

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour, and you'll discover more on your Yellowstone National Park road trip. Frustrating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and directions play automatically, all based on your location.

Explore Yellowstone with our self-guided audio tour! Discover Old Faithful's eruptions, the vibrant colors of Grand Prismatic Spring, and the diverse geothermal features of the Lower Geyser Basin. Wander through Mammoth Hot Springs' terraces and witness wildlife in Hayden Valley.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t.

- Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location.

- Travel at your own pace

- Tour offline using GPS; no cell service or WiFi needed

- Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use

- Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates

- Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

What's included

  • ✓Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
  • ✓Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
  • ✓Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
  • ✓Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
  • ✓Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so you do not need any in-person guide.
  • ✓Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates
  • ✓Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
  • ✓GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 375+ Points

Not included

  • ✕Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations
  • ✕Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person

Meeting and pickup

  • From Grand Teton, launch the Yellowstone tour about 10 minutes after entering Yellowstone through the South Entrance. The first commentary plays about 2 minutes past Lewis Lake Campground. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.
  • From Cody, commentary begins as you pass through the entrance station. This is a long approach to the Grand Loop, with wide views of Yellowstone Lake along the way. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.
  • From Cooke City-Silver Gate, audio begins after you pass through the park entrance. This is a long approach through Lamar Valley before reaching the Grand Loop. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.
  • From Gardiner, launch the tour as you drive through town. The first commentary begins as you pass under the Roosevelt Arch. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.
  • From West Yellowstone, commentary begins after entering through the park gates. It takes about 25 minutes from the gate beside town to reach the Grand Loop. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.
  • Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so there is no need to meet an in-person guide. Drive to one of the suggested start locations or join anywhere along the route. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” download ahead, then preview the route in the GuideAlong app.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
  • Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
  • Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
  • Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
  • Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
  • Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
  • Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
  • Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
  • Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
  • Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
  • Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
  • Winter Season Notice Most Yellowstone park roads are now closed to regular vehicles for the winter, with limited access until late April. Please check Road Status & Closures and Park Roads Overview before your trip and consider our Yellowstone Winter Tour for cold-season travel.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
  • Yellowstone Road Update: Most park roads are open for summer, except Dunraven Pass between Canyon and Tower-Roosevelt. Check the official Yellowstone Park Roads page before starting your tour, as weather may cause temporary closures.
  • Please Note: National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking.
  • All travelers are welcome

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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