Experience adventure in iconic Monument Valley, feel the essence of the Wild West, and immerse yourself in Utah’s stunning landscapes in Zion and Bryce. Hike through Arches and Canyonlands and explore the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before returning to fabulous Las Vegas. From there, travel to Death Valley for a guided visit, enjoy Yosemite, and end your journey with a sightseeing tour of San Francisco.
Day 1 - Zion National Park
Leaving the bright lights of Las Vegas behind us for a while we head out to Utah’s finest
National Park. Massive canyon walls and red sandstone cliffs ascend toward a brilliant blue
sky.
Take it easy exploring the pristine Emerald pools or enjoy a river hike deep in the narrows
before enjoying an evening in the quaint town of Springdale adjacent to the park.
Day 2 - Bryce National Park
A short drive today takes us to an elevation of 8000 ft into Bryce National Park. Take a
stroll along the rim and marvel at the unique sandstone spires (hoodoos) that rise
dramatically from the natural amphitheater. Hike down into the hoodoos for an up close
and personal experience with this fascinating landscape.
Day 3 &4 - Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.
Explore this stunning landscape in a guided sunset hummer tour or hang of a sandstone
cliff on one of our optional canyoneering adventures! Visit Arches National Park home to
over 2000 arches for a hike up to Delicate Arch. Enjoy walks in Canyonlands National Park
where the Green river meets the Colorado in some of the most spectacular scenery the
southwest has to offer. Swap tales of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid who used the
canyons to hide from the law in the late 1800’s, visit the local town and enjoy Utah’s
greatest adventure capital.
Day 5 - Monument Valley
Headed south we wind our way through more of USA Southwest’s spectacular scenery to
one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The background for many famous western
movies and home to the Navajo Indians you are in for a real treat today. Hop onboard a
4X4 jeep and enjoy an included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley. Lodge right along
the rim, get ready to gaze up at the amazing starry skies and bag your front row seat to a
magnificent sun rise.
Day 6 - Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
Enjoy an optional visit to the world’s most famous slot canyon- Antelope Canyon (fees
apply) this morning followed by a scenic walk to view Horseshoe Bend before heading to
the Grand Canyon
Saving the best for last! After a brief visit to a Navajo trading post we follow the mighty
Colorado River through the painted desert to one of the seven natural wonders of the
world! Take in a bird’s eye view on an optional helicopter ride, stroll along the rim at sunset,
take a hike into the one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax
in one of the rim cafés and admire the view before sunset.
Day 7 - Las Vegas
Weget our kicks at Route 66 and arrive back in Sin City in plenty of time to relax poolside
before heading for the strip for a night out.
Day 8 - Death Valley National Park
Heading to California this morning you will embark on a guided tour of Death Valley
National Park. Enjoy photo stops and shorts walks at Zabriskie Point, Artist’s Palette,
Badwater Basin Salt flats, Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Devil’s Golf Course and the
Mesquite Sand Dunes. After a picnic lunch, drive spectacular scenery to the old Gold Rush
Historic town of Bishop for your night stop.
Day 9 - Tioga Pass to Yosemite national park
Crossing the Tioga Pass* this morning provides an extremely scenic route passing by
highlights such as Olmsted point, Lake Tenaya, Tuolumne Meadows and Mono lake en
route to Yosemite Valley. Visit the Valley Visitor Center and exhibits, take a mini tour and
get ready for a full day of exploration tomorrow. * Weather permitting- In the event that the Tioga Pass is closed this tour will reroute through Lake Isabella instead of Bishop.
Day 10 - Yosemite National Park- full day
Spend a full day exploring the walks offered in the park. There are countless walks ranging
from easy to strenuous or opt for a guided tour with your expert guide to the premier
panoramas within the park such as Bridalveil Falls, Lower Yosemite Falls, views of Half
Dome and El Capitan. You can also opt for some free time relaxing or cycling along the
Merced River.
Day 11 - Yosemite to San Francisco
Today we head to City by the Bay- San Francisco! Your 4 day adventure concludes with a
fully guided city tour of this vibrant city. Stops include Fisherman’s Warf, Pier 39, Haight
Ashbury and the Golden Gate Bridge