72 Hours in Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole is truly a four-season destination with a myriad of outdoor and adventure activities in the Summer, Fall and Spring and premier skiing in the Winter. End each adventure-filled day in your luxurious accommodation, whether it’s one of our favorite five-star hotels or luxury home rental. 

Andiamo has put together a fabulous itinerary of our “must-dos” for a long weekend in beautiful Jackson Hole!

Where to stay:

The Four Seasons Jackson Hole 

If you’re traveling with your family, we recommend staying at the Four Seasons Jackson Hole Resort & Residences. Situated equidistant from the Grand Tetons and downtown Jackson, the resort offers the perfect mix of rustic adventure and luxury accommodations. Four Seasons encourages guests to ski, hike, bike, raft, dine and relax during their stay. As Teton Village’s only ski-in/ski-out, the property is located at its base, making it the ideal place to stay for avid skiers. Each beautifully appointed guest room features a lodge-like coziness, views of the Rendezvous Mountains and the famous Snake River. The onsite culinary offerings focus on seasonal selections of grilled meat, game and fish, while capturing the flavors of the American West. Inspired by the beauty behind the mountain wilderness, the spa offers a range of massages and treatments to promote relaxation and renewal.

Amangani 

If you’re traveling with your spouse or significant other, we recommend staying at Amangani, meaning “peaceful home”. This five-star resort offers magnificent views of the Grand Tetons and Snake River Valley. Each suite has a private balcony or terrace with outdoor furniture to allow you to soak in your surroundings. The décor at Amangani differs from the competing hotels because of its unique contemporary design, featuring high ceilings, large pictureframed windows and prominent stone-like design materials. Amangani’s world-class spa offers a range of morning yoga classes, revitalizing massages, and other treatments focused on complete relaxation and renewal. The restaurant on property, The Grill, features farm-to-table dining and offers consciously-sourced meats and seafood and organically-sourced produce. Known for their outdoor adventures, Amangani focuses on sensational skiing in the winter, and guided wildlife tours, horseback riding along the terrain and some of the finest fly fishing around during the summer and fall seasons. 

Day 1:

Lunch: The Handle Bar at Four Seasons
Catering to hungry skiers and mountain voyagers, The Handle Bar is the perfect gathering place to unwind, drink, and connect with friends and family. The Après Ski vibe brings guests who are fresh off the slopes or foodies who are looking to enjoy the restaurant’s signature dish, The Handle Burger - equipped with caramelized onions, roasted mushrooms, white cheddar and truffle aioli. The bar offers a range of American and international beers, whiskeys, and cocktails. The Handle Bar even has its own custom beer, the Wild Side Ale. 

Afternoon Activity: Horseback Riding
Saddle up and take to the idyllic trails for an unparalleled horseback riding experience at one of the surrounding ranches. Andiamo prides itself on connecting our clients to vetted experts and custom tailored experiences, especially when it comes to your outdoor adventures. In Jackson, we work with a few trusted vendors to offer personable, private horseback riding experiences, whether you’d like to book a beginner ride around the ranch or an all-day adventure to the top of a 10,000 foot peak. Expect to see an array of wildlife, such as elk, moose, coyotes or maybe even a bald eagle while out on your ride.

Dinner: Snake River Grill
Offering the finest in mountain dining, Snake River Grill has developed a cult following since it opened in 1933. The menu offers seasonal ingredients, fresh seafood, the finest grass-fed steaks, and a wine list that features over 300 wines. The Chef has been nominated by the James Beard Foundation for “Best Chef in the North West”. Home to many celebrity sightings, Snake River Grill is truly the place to see and be seen in Jackson Hole. 

Day 2:

Morning Activity: Fly Over the Tetons by Hot Air Balloon
Launching from Amangani at sunrise, these hot-air balloon flights offer extraordinary high-altitude views as the breathtaking landscape below begins to disappear. Upon launch, you’ll discover the serenity of a hot air balloon flight as you soar 1,000 feet above the valley floor. Enjoy unforgettable aerial views of Grand Teton and the Snake River mountain ranges. 

Lunch: FIGS
One of the most unique culinary experiences in Jackson Hole, FIGS offers the rich flavors of the Mediterranean. According to The Washington Post, this restaurant boasts the best hummus in the entire state. The authentic Lebanese-Mediterranean cuisine attracts locals and tourists alike, who wish to experience the kebabs, shawarma, or your own personal hummus by design. The restaurant offers a vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menu, as well. 

Afternoon Activity: Whitewater Rafting or a Scenic River Trip
The power exerted by the Snake River creates exciting whitewater as it flows through Snake River Canyon. For our thrill-seekers, a level 4 or 5 whitewater rafting experience combines the summer sun and refreshing waters as your experienced guide takes you on an unforgettable adventure. If you’d prefer a more relaxing activity, try a Scenic Float Trip down the Snake River. This activity is the perfect way to enjoy the scenery of Jackson Hole from a different vantage point.

Dinner: Local Restaurant & Bar
Located on Jackson’s historic town square, Local is a modern American steakhouse that features classic and specialty cuts of locally-sourced ranch meats and exotic game, along with fresh seafood and shellfish. Reviving the dated concept of in-house butcheries, Local has become famous for their dry-aged steaks and house-made sausages. The casual and vibrant bar offers 12 beers on tap as well as an extensive cocktail list.

Nightlife: Million Dollar Cowboy
Located on the town square in the heart of Jackson, Million Dollar Cowboy is considered to be “the watering hole of Wyoming”. A favorite for locals and tourists alike, this bar/restaurant has been visited by countless celebrities, presidents, royalty and people from all walks of life of life. Perhaps best known for their western dancing and live entertainment, Million Dollar Cowboy has hosted some of country music’s finest - such as Willie Nelson, Hank Williams Jr., and many more. Expect typical American cuisine here - think burgers, fries and beers.  

Day 3:

Tour of Yellowstone National Park or Grand Teton National Park
You can’t miss out on a National Park tour while visiting this region. Our favorite tours focus on the breathtaking views and awe-inspiring landscapes as well as wildlife, geology and natural history of the great American parks. Throughout the parks, your experienced guide will also search for the park’s abundant wildlife and visit the famous landmarks within. At Grand Teton, you’ll visit the Moose Visitor Center for incredible, up-close-views of some of the largest moose in America. Whereas at Yellowstone, you’ll spend most of the safari inside the world’s largest active volcano and later visit the Continental Divide, Old Faithful and Yellowstone Lake. Andiamo will ensure you’re treated like a VIP on your safari, with the most experienced guides in Jackson as well as round trip transportation. 

*Grand Teton is about 35 minutes away from Jackson, and Yellow Stone is approximately two hours away.

Dinner: Private Chuckwagon Dinner
Allow Andiamo to recreate an unforgettable culinary experience of the Old West for your group or family to enjoy. Jump aboard the chuckwagon and head approximately 35 minutes outside of Jackson to the valley of the Teton Mountains. From here, you will step back in time and enter an immersive Western dining experience, featuring mountain cuisine and authentic cowboy entertainment.