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Western USA Family Experience
12 days, Las Vegas to Las Vegas
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Never mind the minivans and cheesy tourist attractions – our 12-day trip across the western United States puts a whole new spin on ol’ America the Beautiful. Your family will breathe free in famous national parks (Zion & Bryce among them), stand in wonder at the Grand Canyon, and bunk at a cowboy camp. With a great mix of culture and activities, this is an ideal trip for families looking to see the USA in a new light.
12 days
Las Vegas to Las Vegas
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: NUWF
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Family
Trips built for adventurers of all ages with age-appropriate activities and hotels that know families.
Service Level: Camping
Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 13, Avg 10.
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Places visited
- United States
Itinerary Notes
This trip is designed for parents and children to enjoy together. You will be travelling as part of a group of families with other children. The itinerary has been designed with the needs of the whole family in mind. We have given this trip a minimum age for this trip to allow you to be sure that you have the right trip for you and your family. Minimum age of 8 years for this trip. Please see the activities for any specific minimum age requirements.
Itinerary
Day 1Las Vegas
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Las Vegas/Grand Canyon National Park
In the morning head for one of the USA's most famous attractions, the Grand Canyon. After driving through the beautiful scenery, take time to enjoy the view of the Canyon at sunset.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Grand Canyon National Park
Take a hike into the Grand Canyon, or take an optional helicopter flight over the canyon.
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DinnerDay 4Grand Canyon National Park/Monument Valley
After a free morning, continue across country today and head for Monument Valley. Switch to a 4x4 for an off-road journey that twists and turns its way through the rugged landscape. Later, learn about some Native American arts & crafts out in the wilderness.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Monument Valley/Moab
Morning drive to Moab. Stop for lunch at camp before a chance to catch the sunset and dinner at Dead Horse Point.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Moab
Hike in Arches National Park before a free afternoon to explore the park.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 7Moab/Antimony
Take a morning drive to the ranch that is home for the next two nights.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Antimony
Learn the ways of the cowboy, learning roping and western dancing. Take a lesson in horseback riding or just relax around the campfire.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Antimony/Bryce Canyon National Park
Drive to Bryce Canyon to hike the trails and routes through the sandstone hoodoos in the national park. Stay in traditional teepees for the night.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10Bryce Canyon National Park/Zion National Park
Drive to Zion National Park in the morning. After lunch, hike the trails around the park. Explore Zion National Park further, before a free afternoon to try some of the exciting optional activities offered in the park.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Zion National Park/Las Vegas
After a free morning in Zion National Park, return to Las Vegas, where the rest of the day is free.
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BreakfastDay 12Las Vegas
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Entrance fees to all national and state parks with hiking and walking excursions
- Half-day rafting trip down the Colorado River
- Sunset dinner at Dead Horse Point State Park
- Picnic lunches
- Sunrise in Bryce Canyon
- Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents
Accommodations
Standard hotel (2nts), camping (7nts), basic cabins (2nts, shared facilities).
Meals
9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
Allow USD160-210 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned private touring van.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
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Chiang Mai night bazaar visit including dinner at Khum Khantoke - From $None
Tonight, enjoy an evening in Chiang Mai, enjoy dinner tonight in a local restaurant followed by a drive to visit the Night Bazaar and explore the local shops. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is one of the city’s main night-time attractions, it is the legacy of the original Yunnanese trading caravans that stopped here along the ancient route between Simao (China) and Mawlamyaing (on Myanmar’s Gulf of Martaban). Evening excursion – Moderate walking – Market life
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