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Disney Quest
for the West - Wyoming - Disney Adventure
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Take
your family to a dude ranch, mountain ranges,
historic towns, uncharted trails and vast
unspoiled wilderness on a Wild West adventure.
Explore a rugged landscape with wildlife and
real-life cowboys and cowgirls. Raft along the
Snake River and spot bison in Yellowstone
National Park.
Accommodations & Meals
Itinerary Highlights
Destination
Highlights
Jackson Hole, Grand Teton and Yellowstone
National Parks
2008 Adventure
Travel Dates (7 Days/6 Nights)
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Jun 14 - Jun 20 |
Sep
06 - Sep 12 |
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Peak
Season |
| Jun
21 - Jun 27 |
Jul
16 - Jul 22 |
Aug
06 - Aug 12 |
Aug
30 - Sep 05 |
| Jun 25 - Jul 01 |
Jul 19 - Jul 25 |
Aug 20 - Aug 26 |
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| Jul 02 - Jul 08 |
Jul 23 - Jul 29 |
Aug 23 - Aug 29 |
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| Jul 09 - Jul 15 |
Jul 30 - Aug 05 |
Aug 27 - Sep 02 |
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Accommodations & Meals
- The
Wort Hotel
(Nights 1 & 2)
- Old
Faithful Snow Lodge
OR
Old Faithful Inn
(Nights 3 & 4)
-
Brooks Lake Lodge
(Nights 5 & 6)
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6 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
4 Dinners |
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Itinerary Highlights
Places
- Hidden Falls and
Inspiration Point
- Old Faithful
- Grand Canyon of
Yellowstone hike
- Yellowstone National
Park Loop
Disney Difference
- Lunch at Jackson
Playhouse
- Whitewater rafting
- Geyser tour with
laser thermometers
- Stay at an authentic
dude ranch
- Horseback trail rides
- Fly fishing
Junior
Adventurer/Family Friendly
- Meet real cowboys and
cowgirls
- Family scavenger hunt
- Junior Adventurer's
dinner party and movie
- Disney movie night
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View 2008
Terms and Conditions (Adobe PDF)
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Daily Itinerary: Quest for the
West
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Download Printable
Itinerary (Adobe PDF)
Day 1:
(Meal Included: Dinner)
Arrive in Jackson
Upon landing at the Jackson Hole
Airport, meet your Adventure
Guide. Relax as a "cowboy"
driver "wrangles" your luggage
and takes you to your hotel!
Arrive at The Wort Hotel
Unwind from your journey as your
Adventure Guides check you into
this landmark inn. This historic
hotel, with western hospitality
and country charm, will be your
home for the next few days.
Welcome Dinner
Tonight, meet the other families
that will share the adventure.
Chow down on some cowboy grub
and get ready for your quest!
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Day 2:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and
Lunch)
Morning On Your Own
Spend a morning
relaxing at the hotel or
exploring the scenic town of
Jackson. (Jackson Hole is
actually the name of the
valley.) This “gateway to
Yellowstone and Grand Teton
National Parks” has many
interesting shops and activities
for everyone in your family.
Lunch at Jackson Hole
Playhouse
Enjoy a family lunch at
a real, rowdy, old-fashioned
theater. Your western-themed
meal is capped off with some
rootin' tootin' entertainment
celebrating the 50th anniversary
of this historic landmark.
Snake River Whitewater
Rafting Trip
Discover the spirit of
the wilderness and shoot down
the rollicking Snake River. As
you float along, look up into
the sky — there may be eagles,
herons or osprey watching from
above
Afternoon in Jackson
Spend the afternoon on
your own with the family
shopping in Jackson for some
authentic cowboy gear. Get ready
to venture into the wilderness!
Dinner On Your Own in
Historic Jackson
Whether you're craving
cowboy grub, comfort food or
some down-home country cooking,
Jackson's has a superb
assortment of restaurants. Your
Adventure Guide can help you
find the perfect family meal to
enjoy on your own.
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Day 3:
(Meals Included: Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner)
Hike to Hidden Falls and
Inspiration Point
Today, bid farewell to Jackson
and journey to legendary
Yellowstone National Park.
First, climb aboard the Jenny
Lake Ferry and glide across
glassy waters. Then, hike though
the countryside to discover an
awesome 80-foot waterfall.
Picnic Lunch at String
Lake
Unwind with the family under
clear blue skies and enjoy lunch
in a storybook setting. This
picturesque lake is the perfect
spot for a picnic to remember.
West Thumb Geyser Basin
Something hot is brewin' out in
the wilderness… discover amazing
natural wonders using
heat-seeking laser thermometers!
Explore geysers, mudpots and the
bizarre thermal phenomena that
make Yellowstone so smokin'.
Arrive at Old Faithful
Snow Lodge*
Located near the famed geyser,
this contemporary hotel reflects
its natural surroundings, with
timber and log construction and
authentic western furnishings.
Cowboys never had it so good!
*Some departure dates at Old
Faithful Inn
Yellowstone Welcome
Dinner
Bring the family together, break
bread and swap stories over a
plentiful cowboy feast.
ScavINNger Hunt
After dinner, kids can whoop it
up on an interactive scavenger
hunt around the Old Faithful
Inn.
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Day 4:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and
Lunch)
Old Faithful Tour
There are over 1,000
thermal features in Yellowstone,
but Old Faithful is the most
famous. Take a privately-guided
walk and uncover the mystery of
this strange geological
spectacle. And watch in wonder
when this gushing geyser bursts!
Picnic Lunch at Old
Faithful
This is your chance to
gather 'round and grab some grub
before heading off to your
afternoon adventures.
Fountain Paint Pot Trail
Discover the strange
beauty of fumaroles (steam
vents), blue pools, pink mud
pots and mini-geysers on a
privately-guided exploration
though Yellowstone's thermal
phenomena. Who knew that Mother
Nature had such a wild side?
Dinner in Yellowstone
Take some time with
your family to spin tales about
the day's adventures over
dinner. Adventure Guides can
make suggestions and
arrangements for an
unforgettable meal.
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Day 5:
(Meals Included: Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner)
Grand Loop Tour
Quest through glorious
Yellowstone National Park and
visit the awe-inspiring
landmarks that have captured the
imagination of artists and
adventurers alike. Discover
magical places like Hayden
Valley, Artist's Point, the
Upper and Lower Waterfalls, and
Lake Yellowstone.
Grand Canyon of
Yellowstone Hike
This phenomenon has to be seen
to be believed! Hike around the
canyon and marvel at the majesty
of this magical place. And keep
your eyes open for an abundance
of animals!
Picnic Lunch in
Yellowstone
Unwind with the family at a
civilized lunch in the untamed
wilderness. Enjoy your meal
before you journey deep into the
heart of the West.
Arrive at Brooks Lake
Lodge
This celebrated lodge features
modern spa facilities, a central
lodge and individual cabins with
western-style furniture. Welcome
home!
Dinner and Campfire
Enjoy a home-cooked
meal and trade stories about
your adventures on the range.
Regale your family with terrific
tales around a roaring campfire!
Disney Movie
Cuddle up and catch a classic
Disney film in a real storybook
setting. This is a movie night
you will never forget!
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Day 6:
(Meals Included: Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner)
Horseback Trail Ride
with Cowboys*
Walk in the boots of a real
cowboy! Learn to rope, ride,
hoot and holler from someone who
lives the adventure everyday.
Saddle up and explore the
mountains on horseback - there's
excitement around every bend!
*To go horseback riding, you
must be at least four years old
and weigh less than 275 pounds.
Ranch Lunch
Mosey on back to the ranch, dig
into a real cowboy lunch, and
plan the rest of your day in the
Wild West!
Afternoon Trail Ride,
Fishing or Canoeing
Bring the family together and
explore everything the
wilderness has to offer. The
fish are bitin' in the lake,
horses are ready for ridin' and
miles of unspoiled nature is
just waitin' to be discovered.
Yee-haw!
Mountain Hike
Follow a naturalist guide
through the forests and learn
about the wild flora, fauna and
wildlife that call this place
home. You won't believe how
rowdy it is out there!
Farewell Dinner at the
Ranch
Toast to the adventure of the
past week, and chow down on one
last cowboy meal. Relive your
time together and share the
memories that your family will
cherish for a lifetime!
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Day 7:
(Meal Included: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the Lodge
Bid goodbye to all your
fellow adventurers, and enjoy
one last breakfast in the Wild
West.
Transfers to Airport
Board pre-arranged
transportation to the airport
and wish your newfound friends
"happy trails" until you meet
again!
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What
type of identification is required
for this trip?
What
airport do Guests fly in and out of?
Are
transfers included for arrivals or
departures from different locations
or at different times from the
itinerary?
Can the
vacation extend beyond the
Adventures by Disney itinerary?
How will
the group travel between
destinations?
What is
the climate like?
How
strenuous are the activities?
What is
the basis for the suggested minimum
age for this trip?
Are
there age, height and weight
restrictions for certain activities?
What
types of meals are served during
this itinerary?
Can
special dietary needs be
accommodated?
Is
alcohol included?
Is this
itinerary appropriate for travelers
with special needs?
Are
tips included?
What if
Adventures by Disney cancels the
adventure prior to departure?
What type of identification is
required for this trip?
U.S. Guests 18 and over are required
to present a valid and unexpired
government-issued photo
identification (i.e., driver's
license or passport) for air travel,
and potentially at other times
during the trip. In addition, Guests
17 years of age or younger may be
required to show additional
documentation when traveling with a
single parent. Non-U.S. citizens
should check with the U.S Department
of State at
www.state.gov/travelandbusiness
for information on documentation
requirements.
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What airport do Guests fly in and
out of?
Guests are picked up at the Jackson
Hole Airport (JAC) on arrival day.
Flights should arrive no later than
4:00 p.m. At the end of the
adventure, Guests will transfer to
Jackson Hole Airport (JAC). Flights
should leave no earlier than 11:00
a.m.
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Are transfers included for arrivals
or departures from different
locations or at different times from
the itinerary?
No. Transfers are only included from
the specified arrival/departure
airports and hotels. For the Quest
for the West trip, transfers are
included from the Jackson Hole
Airport (JAC) to the Wort Hotel on
arrival day. On departure day,
transfers are available from Brooks
Lake Lodge to the Jackson Hole
Airport (JAC).
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Can the vacation extend beyond the
Adventures by Disney itinerary?
Adventures by Disney Travel
Services, Inc. does not offer
pre/post stays for this trip, please
contact us with further questions.
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How will
the group travel between
destinations?
During the adventure,
transportation is provided by motor
coach and a ferry for a lake
crossing.
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What
is the climate like?
During the summer months of June
through September, temperatures in
the day average between 70 and 80
degrees Fahrenheit, and dip down to
40 degrees Fahrenheit at night. In
the summer, the weather is generally
sunny and clear, with the occasional
rain shower.
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How
strenuous are the activities?
While this adventure is not
considered strenuous, the adventure
takes place at altitudes of
approximately 6,300 feet to 9,500
feet. This adventure includes
whitewater rafting (Classes I-III),
horseback riding, and a hike in the
Tetons National Park that consists
of a steady uphill ascent with an
approximate 500’ elevation gain (and
loss on the descent) on a surface of
packed dirt with occasional loose
stones and exposed tree roots. One
may choose a shorter option on the
same trail. Guests should feel
comfortable spending time exploring
the outdoors. While nearly all of
the trip’s featured activities are
gentle if examined separately, the
full range of activities requires a
moderate amount of stamina in order
to get the most of your vacation.
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What is the basis for the suggested
minimum age for this trip?
While Disney welcomes children ages
4 and up at the time of travel, it
is recommended that children be at
least 5 years old at the time of
travel on the Quest for the West
trip. This is based on several
factors, such as high altitude at
destination and amount of physical
activity (e.g., rafting, hiking,
horseback riding) involved. Because
each child is different, please
contact us to discuss whether this
is the right trip for each child
being considered.
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Are there
age, height and weight restrictions
for certain activities?
Yes. To go horseback
riding, Guests must be at least four
years old and weigh less than 275
pounds.
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What types of meals are served
during this itinerary?
Typically, breakfast is served each
morning in buffet style and offers a
variety of dishes. Dinners and
lunches usually include fish, meat,
and pasta or rice entrées;
vegetables and salad; and desserts
and fruit. Some included meals on
this trip are served buffet style
while others offer a limited-choice
menu. Given the nature of group
travel, á la carte menu choices are
not available. Children-friendly
choices are available at all meals.
Menu items are subject to change due
to the availability and seasonality
of foods. In order to offer each
Guest a bit of time to enjoy meals
amongst themselves, there are some
meals that are not included in the
itinerary. These meals have been
planned in towns or cities where
there are plenty of options
available. For questions or
concerns about dining at any time
during the vacation, the Adventure
Guides will be happy to assist.
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Can special dietary needs be
accommodated?
Adventures by Disney
can accommodate some special dietary
needs at no additional charge.
Unfortunately, some special dietary
needs requested may not be able to
be accommodated. Please contact us
in advance to advise of special
needs prior to departure.
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Is alcohol included?
Alcoholic beverages are typically
not included with scheduled meals,
however, they may be purchased at
the Guests own expense.
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Is this itinerary appropriate for
travelers with special needs?
Please note that this vacation
includes activities that present
certain challenges to Guests with
special needs. It is strongly
recommended that persons requiring
assistance be accompanied by a
companion who is capable of and
totally responsible for providing
assistance. Neither
Adventures by Disney nor
its suppliers may physically lift or
assist Guests onto transportation
vehicles. Please contact us to
discuss specific needs.
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Are tips
included?
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Adventures by Disney
has taken care of certain
tips and gratuities for all
included meals and
activities such as tips for
porters, housekeepers,
drivers, activity providers,
local experts, and dining
room staff for included
meals.
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Adventure Guide Gratuities:
Gratuities for Adventures
Guides are not included. For
Guests who feel that their
Adventure Guides have
provided excellent service,
the following discretionary
gratuity is suggested : Per
Guest/Per Adventure
guide/Per Day - $5-$8 USD.
Adventure Guides accept
local currency, U.S.
dollars, and travelers’
checks.
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What if Adventures by Disney cancels
the adventure prior to departure?
Adventures by Disney
reserves the right to cancel or
reschedule an adventure at any time
for any reason, such as if there are
too few Guests or if the quality of
the trip or the safety of the Guests
would, in Disney’s opinion, be
compromised, such as from unforeseen
circumstances (acts of God) or other
circumstances beyond
Adventures by Disney's
control.
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If air is
purchased through Adventures
by Disney Travel Services,
Inc., Disney will attempt to
re-book for another
departure of the same
adventure during the same
season, subject to
availability, and Disney
will bear any resulting
airline re-booking charges.
If unable to re-book on
another departure, a full
refund of all payments that
had been made to Disney for
the canceled adventure will
be issued, including land
package, airfare and
Vacation Protection Plan
(unless you have filed a
claim), which refund shall
constitute a full
settlement.
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If air is
not purchased through
Adventures by Disney Travel
Services, Inc., and Disney
cancels an adventure prior
to its scheduled start date,
Disney will attempt to
re-book for another
departure of the same
adventure during the same
season, subject to
availability; however, the
Guest will bear any
resulting airline re-booking
charges. If unable to
re-book on another
departure, Disney’s sole
obligation is to refund
payment received for the
land portion and Vacation
Protection Plan (unless you
have filed a claim), which
refund shall constitute a
full settlement. Disney
assumes no responsibility
for any losses incurred by
you on account of
non-refundable air tickets
or otherwise.
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Rates: Quest for the West
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Value1 |
Standard1 |
Peak1 |
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Early
Booking Rates2,
3 |
| Adult |
n/a |
$2,159 |
$2,319 |
| Child4 |
n/a |
$1,949 |
$2,089 |
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Regular Rates3 |
| Adult |
n/a |
$2,699 |
$2,899 |
| Child4 |
n/a |
$2,429 |
$2,609 |
1
Value, Standard and Peak dates
are identified on prior page.
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Valid for bookings made more
than 120 days prior to departure.
The number of packages available at
these rates is limited. Not valid
with any other offer.
3
Based on double, triple or quad
occupancy. Single supplement
applies. Subject to availability,
eligible parties of 4 may be booked
as a quad or two doubles.
4 Child
rate applies to Guests under 12 when
accompanied by an adult in the same
room. Guests under 18 must be
accompanied by a parent or legal
guardian.
All prices are listed in USD.
Airfare to and from destination is
not included. Please
call for assistance in purchasing
flights.
Notes on Accommodations:
(subject to availability)
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Parties
of three in Jackson are
accommodated in one room
with either two double beds
or one king bed and a
rollaway.
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Parties
of three in Old Faithful
Village and Jackson Hole are
accommodated in one room
with two double beds.
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Parties
of four booked as a quad:
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In
Jackson and Old Faithful
Village, quads are
accommodated in one room
with two double beds.
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In
Jackson Hole, quads are
accommodated in one
cabin with one king bed
and one queen sofa bed.
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Parties
of four booked as two
doubles:
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In
Jackson and Old Faithful
Village, accommodations
consist of two rooms,
each having either one
king bed or two double
beds.
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In
Jackson Hole,
accommodations consist
of two rooms, each
having either one king
bed or two double beds.
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Connecting rooms and
rollaways may be requested
in Jackson only.
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