Utah's Mighty Five National Parks
Utah's Mighty Five National Parks
Utah's Mighty Five National Parks
10 Days Starting in Grand Junction and ending in Las Vegas (NV)
Visiting: Grand Junction, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Moab, Arches National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Zion National Park, Las Vegas
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Tour Overview
This adventure filled tour of Utah’s national and state parks will have you hiking and walking some of America’s most epic trails and natural landscapes, proving firsthand that actively exploring these parks (including Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, Bryce and Zion) is the best way to experience their natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Greetings Grand Junction
Location: Grand Junction
Accommodation: Wine Country Inn
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
The ‘River City’ extends a warm welcome as your launch pad to an in-depth encounter with the Mighty Five National Parks of Utah. Relax after your arrival or explore on your own before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.
Day 2: Uncover Canyon Country Connect With Locals
Location: Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Grand Junction, Moab
Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We head to canyon country this morning and visit the spectacular Dead Horse Point State Park and Dive Into Culture with photographer David Brown. Get out your camera and notebook for some top tips on capturing the best shots of the park. Continue to Canyonlands National Park to see first-hand the power of the Colorado River carving its way through the rocky red landscape with three different hikes. Ascend to the top of the Island in the Sky mesa and admire Canyonlands' spectacular landscape below. Today’s highpoint will surely be the two-mile hike to Grandview Point Overlook where, standing at the “edge of the world,” you’ll be greeted with desert vistas for hundreds of miles. Continue to tackle shorter hikes at Whale Rock and Green River Overlook.
Day 3: Astonishing Views At Arches National Park
Location: Moab, Arches National Park, Moab
Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Admire the exquisite natural sandstone shapes that dot the landscape in Arches National Park. Learn how Mother Nature’s magic touch has left her indelible mark with wind and rain when you view Delicate Arch. Continue your exploration with a walk to Double Arch, Landscape Arch or Turret Arch. Take a well-deserved break this afternoon or explore the town of Moab at your leisure.
Day 4: Unmask Capitol Reef National Park
Location: Capitol Reef National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Moab
Accommodation: Capitol Reef Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
See and hike amongst the other-worldly hoodoos of Goblin Valley State Park this morning – these mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles make for a memorable hike and photo opportunity before you arrive at Capitol Reef National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to explore on your own. In the evening, enjoy the rustic charm of this special resort, located on the edge of the park, offering truly spectacular landscapes, and breathtaking views.
Day 5: Explore Capitol Reef National Park
Location: Capitol Reef National Park
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Lace up your boots for an exhilarating morning hike in Capitol Reef National Park whose colorful canyons and capitol-shaped domes provide the perfect backdrop for an adventure. Continue your journey along an "All American Road", Highway 12, one of America’s most scenic highways, before embarking on a hike in Kodachrome Basin State Park. Here, you will have the opportunity to select the trail that best suits your adventurous spirit. This dramatic landscape features striking layered stone spires which are a sight to behold. After your day of hiking, recharge your senses with a hosted dinner.
Day 6: Stretch Your Legs In Bryce Canyon
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
You’ll have a full free day to relax or explore the eerie landscape of Bryce Canyon National Park today. Everyone will be able to self select hikes and walks that best suit them. Admire the rusty red limestone spires that rise up surreally from the desert floor to meet Utah’s skies from scenic viewpoints or follow one of the many trails into the hoodoos and beyond.
Day 7: Delve Into Coral Pink Sands And Lake Powell Make Travel Matter
Location: Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park, Antelope Canyon
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A pink, red and orange canvas awaits visitors to Coral Pink Sands State Park. Climb up the coral-hued dunes to admire the wind sculpted ripples of the dunes. Embrace today's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we hike down into Antelope Canyon in The Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park. Our local Navajo guides will explain to us how slot canyons are formed as we are awed by the dramatic beauty surrounding us. Then do a short hike to see Horseshoe Bend and the flowing Colorado River which has carved its way through the red-colored sandstone.
Day 8: Unwind In Page And Lake Powell
Location: Lake Powell
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a full free day to spend as you wish in the water wonderland that is Lake Powell. Relax and rejuvenate on the lake or consider joining one of the organized optional activities, like our famed Colorado River Float Trip or a helicopter ride up to the top of Tower Butte for 360' views of the world below you. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable Farewell Dinner at Red Heritage, a Native American Performing Arts Theater. Colorful powwow dancing, flute playing and live drum music complement your culturally inspired meal.
Day 9: Hike Zion National Park
Location: Zion National Park, Lake Powell
Accommodation: Springhill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
One spectacular natural sight gives way to another when you drive along the Vermillion Cliffs, witness the striking colors as we wander westward. Arriving into Zion National Park late morning, select from many fantastic hikes including Watchman Trail and Hidden Canyon. They range from easy to strenuous.
Day 10: Watch The Sunrise In Zion National Park
Location: Zion National Park, Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Don’t leave Zion without a morning hike under your belt. You’ll have the whole morning to spend as you wish before departing for Las Vegas mid-afternoon. Arrive at Las Vegas International Airport at 5:00 p.m.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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All transport and transfers shown
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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