Marvelling at Yellowstone's geysers, searching for wildlife in Grand Teton, saddling up to the bar in Jackson, peering into the Grand Canyon, meeting the Navajo in Monument Valley, hiking Canyonlands, Arches, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.
This region is a riot of natural treasures and this tour offers plenty of time in the best national parks and the Grand Canyon. Yellowstone, with over half the earth’s geothermal features, and the appropriately named Canyonlands offer thrilling views for the appreciative. For even more wild times, Las Vegas awaits, and for a bit of balance, you’ll also visit Salt Lake City, the country’s most conservative city. Whether you’re camping under the stars or spending a night with the Navajo, this adventure will show you a side of America you don’t want to miss.
What's Included
This adventure boasts vans fitted with wi-fi for up to five users at a time. Check your email, upload a photo to Facebook, or send a tweet to your friends.- Entrance fees to all National Parks and National Monuments with hiking and walking excursions. Guided city tour of Las Vegas. Included 2,5 hour jeep tour with an overnight in Monument Valley, Sunset pizza at the rim in Grand Canyon.
- 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 11 dinners. (Allow USD75-100 for meals not included.)
- Centrally located hotels (2 nts), participation camping (13 nts)
- Air conditioned private touring van
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
- Small group experience; Max 13, avg 10.
Places Visited
- United States
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse, from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City. See trip code NUVL.
Day 1 Salt Lake City
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Yellowstone NP (1L,1D)
Visit the Mormon Temple. Travel to Yellowstone.
Day 3 Yellowstone NP (1B,1L,1D)
Explore Yellowstone's Northern Loop's mammoth hot springs, Norris Geyser Basin and Canyons.
Day 4 Yellowstone NP (1B,1L,1D)
Experience the South Loop—Old Faithful, Lake Village and Grant Village.
Day 5 Grand Teton NP/Jackson (1B,1L)
Drive to Grand Teton and Jenny Lake before reaching Jackson. Visit the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar.
Day 6 Vernal (1B,1L,1D)
Hike through Flaming Gorge.
Day 7 Moab (1B,1L,1D)
Visit Dinosaur National Monument then head to Canyonlands National Park. Enjoy sunset at Dead Horse Point before continuing to Moab.
Day 8 Moab (1B)
Visit Arches National Park. Options to raft the Colorado River, mountain bike or take a backcountry Hummer tour.
Day 9 Monument Valley (1B,1L,1D)
Visit Valley of the Gods and Goosenecks State Park. Continue to Monument Valley for a Navajo-led jeep tour.
Day 10 Grand Canyon (1B,1L,1D)
Marvel at cliff dwellings in Monument Valley. Travel to the Grand Canyon for dinner at the rim.
Day 11 Grand Canyon NP (1B,1L,1D)
Explore the Grand Canyon. Head up in the skies on an optional helicopter flight. Take in a campfire BBQ.
Day 12 Lake Powell (1B,1L,1D)
Visit Lake Powell then go hiking near Glen Canyon Dam. Relax on the beach, or enjoy options like horseback riding or a tour of Antelope Canyon.
Day 13 Bryce Canyon NP (1B,1L,1D)
Full day to explore the trails of Bryce Canyon National Park. Option to go to a rodeo.
Day 14 Zion NP (1B,1L,1D)
Full day to explore Zion.
Day 15 Las Vegas (1B,1L)
Hike Zion before heading to Las Vegas. Enjoy a guided city tour or take an optional limousine tour.
Day 16 Las Vegas
Depart at any time.
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