Essential Southwest National Parks

Explore the National Parks of America's Desert Southwest on this whirlwind itinerary to the spectacular states of Nevada and Utah. These states boast one of the highest concentrations of national parks in the country, and here you can embark on a real road trip, winding through the desert roads of the Grand Canyon, Zion and Bryce.

1. Days 1-3: Grand Canyon

   Touch down in Las Vegas, pick up your hire car and head east to the majestic Grand Canyon National Park. With two nights here, you'll have the opportunity to explore this fascinating national park. Hike along the Widforss Trail, which leads to panoramic viewpoints including Cape Royal and Angels Window.  We have included an exhilarating Helicopter Tour over the Grand Canyon to give you a bird's eye view of the magnificent scenery. 

   Accommodation: The Grand Hotel (2 nights)

2. Days 3-4: Monument Valley

   Next, you will drive to Monument Valley, a place where cowboys once roamed the land on horseback and enjoyed cookouts after long journeys to distant towns. Conjuring up images of famous Hollywood movies, Monument Valley is the iconic image of the real Wild Wild West. The area has long been a setting for many western films and for visitors, its a real treat to discover the land first hand. We have included  a shared tour with a Navajo guide of Monument Valley so you can learn about the area and the native Navajo culture.

   Accommodation: The View Monument Valley (1 night)

3. Days 4-6: Lake Powell

   Next you will drive west to Lake Powell, an oasis in the heart of the desert. Here, there are opportunities for adventure and activities in abundance, Lake Powell is a unique place where visitors can enjoy watersports and cruises to slot canyons, in the midst of a vast desert landscape. Perfect for families and couples alike, you can take a boat cruise to Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. Providing some of the most stunning scenery in the USA, this area of Lake Powell offers some of the best photography opportunities in the country.  We have included a shared Antelope Canyon tour for you so you will get to see and explore the slot canyons in their true glory.

   Accommodation: Lake Powell Resort (2 nights)

4. Days 6-8: Zion National Park

   After two nights in Lake Powell you will head to Zion National Park where you will spend two night glamping under the stars in a deluxe safari style tent. All your meals and picnics are included during your stay, as well as a half-day exhilarating hike in the national park with local expert and a custom three-hour jeep safari. There are lots of other activities you can do here too, such as spending the morning canyoneering in the parks slot canyons. Having experienced the very best of the southwest, hop back into your car and head to Las Vegas airport for your return home.

   Accommodation: Zion National Park Glamping (2 nights)

• Antelope Canyon Tour

  Just 15 minutes from Page lies the mesmerizing Antelope Canyon. One of just a handful of "slot" canyons, its colors and contours have been photographed for years. This 90 minute shared tour takes you into the canyon to experience it for yourself.

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• Canyoneering in Zion National Park

  Utah is a real Mecca for canyoneering, especially in and around Zion. Spend a half day or a full day with an expert guide and explore the slot canyons of Zion: hike, splash through streams, scramble over boulders and rappel through waterfalls!

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• Shared Guided Tour of Monument Valley

  Experience some of the most incredible scenery and explore and learn about the red rock formations that make this area famous on this shared group tour of Monument Valley.

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• Southern Rim Grand Canyon Flight

  A "Front-Row" seat to this Natural Wonder of the World! This thrilling 45 minute helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon gives you a birds eye view of the Kaibab Forest, Dragons Corridor and the mighty Colorado River!

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Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Zion National Park