Western Mountain Majesty Tour
The journey begins in the lush Lake McDonald Valley before climbing the famed Going to the Sun Road to Logan Pass at the Continental Divide.
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Western Mountain Majesty Tour Details
Experience Glacier National Park aboard one of the iconic 1930s Red Buses, complete with roll back tops for sweeping views of towering peaks and wide Montana skies. Guided by seasoned driver guides who know the park inside and out, this tour blends storytelling with unforgettable scenery. Each historic bus seats 16 passengers on close bench seating, offering an authentic vintage ride that regularly sells out during peak season. Operating July 1 through September 12, 2026, the Mountain Majesty Tour lasts approximately 6 to 7.5 hours. The journey begins in the lush Lake McDonald Valley, one of Montana few rainforest ecosystems, before climbing the famed Going to the Sun Road to Logan Pass at the Continental Divide. From there, descend into the dramatic cirques of the St. Mary Valley, with time for an optional lunch stop at Rising Sun. Departures are available from West Side Parking, Village Inn at Apgar, and Lake McDonald Lodge, with morning departures and early afternoon returns. Adult and child rates vary by pickup location. Operating dates, schedules, and pricing are subject to change.
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West Side Tours
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Lake McDonald Lodge
Initially known as the Lewis Glacier Hotel, the Lake McDonald Lodge was built in 1913 and is today a National Historic Landmark.
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Motel Lake McDonald
Motel Lake McDonald is 10 miles inside Glacier's west entrance on the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
