Utah's Mighty Five National Parks

Utah's Mighty Five National Parks

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Utah's Mighty Five National Parks

10 Days Starting in Grand Junction, United States and ending in Las Vegas (NV), United States

Visiting: Grand Junction, Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Antelope Canyon, Page, Zion National Park

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

DTMFZM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Hiking, Sightseeing

From: $3725 $3098 Operator discount: -$627 -17%

NB: Prices correct on 09-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Utah's Mighty Five National Parks, where breathtaking landscapes and unique experiences await. This tour takes you from Grand Junction to Las Vegas, exploring iconic parks like Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, and Zion. Marvel at the stunning Delicate Arch, hike through Antelope Canyon with Navajo guides, and enjoy a traditional meal under the stars at Shash Dine Eco Retreat. Capture the beauty of Goblin Valley's hoodoos and the vibrant hues of Coral Pink Sands State Park. With expert guidance, comfortable accommodations, and a blend of guided and self-exploration, this adventure promises awe-inspiring vistas and cultural connections. Whether hiking, relaxing, or indulging in local cuisine, each day offers a new discovery in the heart of America's natural wonders.

Must-see Highlights

  • Hike to Grand View Point Overlook & Goblin Valley in Utah then hike Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend in Arizona plus many more
  • Visit Utah's Mighty Five iconic national parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks as well as four Utah State Parks; Dead Horse Point, Goblin Valley, Kodachrome Basin and Coral Pink Sands.
  • See the world famous Delicate Arch from the Viewpoint Trail.
  • Scenic Drive along an "All American Road", Utah's State Highway 12, Zion Canyon Road
  • : Chose to hike Angel's Palace Trail or Panorama Trail. Kodachrome Basin State Park, with its red tinged rock formations and incredible blue skies, just begs to be photographed.

Make Travel Matter®

Antelope Canyon: Embrace today's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you hike down into Antelope Canyon in The Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park. Your local Navajo guides will explain how slot canyons are formed as you stand in awe of the dramatic beauty surrounding.

Be My Guest

Grand Canyon National Park: Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at Shash Dine Eco Retreat on the Navajo Nation. Meet your hosts Baya and Paul for an under-the-stars, traditional meal of mutton stew, frybread, vegetables, melon, coffee and Navajo tea. Your local dining experience is enhanced by Navajo storytelling by storyteller and award-winning Diné recording artist Eli Secody, whose fun and fascinating stories are steeped in his Dine’ roots. Cap off the evening walking up to a remarkable vista on the very land where Baya can trace her lineage back over 20 generations.

Trafalgar Difference

Antelope Canyon tour with Navajo guide

Capitol Reef National Park: Experience a world of difference at the 58-acre Capitol Reef Resort in Torrey, Utah, just one mile from the entrance of Capitol Reef National Park. From your room, you’ll take in stunning views of the Red Rock Cliffs. You can relax and refresh in the outdoor hot tub and seasonal outdoor pool or get energized in the fully equipped fitness centre. Indulge in comfort food at the Pioneer Kitchen surrounded by Capitol Reef National Park and the high desert of the Colorado Plateau.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Greetings Grand Junction

Location: Grand Junction

Accommodation: Wine Country Inn

Accommodation Name: Wine Country Inn

Meals Included: Dinner

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 travellers this evening for a Welcome Dinner.

Day 2: Uncover Canyon Country Connect With Locals

Location: Canyonlands National Park

Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab

Accommodation Name: Hyatt Place Moab

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Head to Dead Horse Point State Park this morning to reach great heights with stellar views. Have your cameras ready at the famed Dead Horse Point to capture your own perspective from one of the most famous scenic vistas in the world. Next up at Canyonlands National Park, see first-hand the power of the Colorado River carving its way through the rocky red landscape with the option of three different hikes. Ascend to the top of the Island in the Sky Mesa and admire Canyonlands' spectacular landscape below. A high point may 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 opt to tackle shorter hikes at Whale Rock and Green River Overlook.

Day 3: Astonishing Views At Arches National Park

Location: Arches National Park

Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab

Accommodation Name: Hyatt Place Moab

Meals Included: Breakfast

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

Accommodation: Capitol Reef Resort

Accommodation Name: Capitol Reef Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Get ready for the other-worldly hoodoos of Goblin Valley State Park. These mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles referred to locally as “goblins” make for memorable photo opportunities before you arrive at Capitol Reef National Park. Explore the area down through the canyons or up to the overlooks in sections of the park including Sulphur Creek, Cohab Canyon, Hickman Bridge, Rim Overlook, on your own. In the evening, enjoy the rustic charm of the Capitol Reef Resort, located on the edge of the park, offering truly spectacular landscapes and breath-taking views.

Day 5: Explore Capitol Reef National Park

Location: Capitol Reef National Park

Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn

Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn

Meals Included: Breakfast

Unlock the best of Capitol Reef National Park, where colourful canyons and capitol-shaped domes provide the perfect backdrop for an adventure, with the option to hike on your own. Continue your journey along an "All American Road", Highway 12, one of America’s most scenic highways, before arriving in Kodachrome Basin State Park. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore the Visitor Centre, sightsee with your Travel Director or select the trail that best suits your adventurous spirit. This dramatic landscape features striking layered stone spires which are a sight to behold.

Day 6: Stretch Your Legs In Bryce Canyon

Location: Bryce Canyon National Park

Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn

Accommodation Name: 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. Or, if you’re looking for a scenic tour of Bryce Canyon region, opt for a 1-hour ride into Dixie National Forest and the rim of Water Canyon Amphitheater, the first canyon in Bryce Canyon National Park.

Day 7: Discover The Mysteries Of The Navajo Nation Make Travel Matter

Location: Antelope Canyon

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell

Accommodation Name: 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. Embrace today's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER�� Experience as we explore Antelope Canyon in Navajo Tribal Park. Our local Diné (Navajo) guides will explain to us how slot canyons are formed as we are awed by the dramatic beauty surrounding us. Then take a short hike to see Horseshoe Bend and the flowing Colorado River which has carved its way through the red-coloured sandstone. Finish the day connecting to the soul of the land over a Be My Guest meal on the Navajo Nation, hosted by Dine tribe local Baya, her husband Paul and storyteller Eli Secody.

Day 8: Unwind In Page And Lake Powell

Location: Page

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell

Accommodation Name: 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 Sunset 89 with unbeatable views of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon.

Day 9: Hike Zion National Park

Location: Zion National Park

Accommodation: Springhill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park

Accommodation Name: 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 and witness the striking colours as you wander westward. Arrive at Zion National Park in the late morning, then enjoy a picnic lunch at Zion Lodge before selecting from many fantastic hikes ranging from easy to strenuous including Watchman Trail and Hidden Canyon. Or, opt to take it easy and sightsee around the park with your Travel Director. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day 10: Watch The Sunrise In Zion National Park

Location: Zion National Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wake up early to catch the sun rise over Zion, go for a leisurely stroll appreciating the quiet sounds of morning, hike into the canyon or just relax. You have the whole morning to spend as you wish before departing for Las Vegas mid-afternoon.

What's Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

    The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

    Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

    The tour covers all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

    Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

    The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.

  • All transport and transfers shown

    All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi

    Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • Optional Experiences and free time

    The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Optional activities

    Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Lunch (L)

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with luxury air-conditioned coaches equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey between the breathtaking national parks and scenic vistas of Utah and Arizona.

Accommodation

Experience comfort and charm at a selection of accommodations including Wine Country Inn, Hyatt Place Moab, Capitol Reef Resort, Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn, and Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell, each offering unique amenities and stunning views of the surrounding landscapes.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Antelope Canyon with local Navajo guides explaining the formation of slot canyons. Additionally, there is a Be My Guest meal on the Navajo Nation with traditional Navajo storytelling by Eli Secody.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    The tour offers cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. For example, you will stay at the Capitol Reef Resort, which offers stunning views of the Red Rock Cliffs and amenities like an outdoor hot tub and seasonal pool.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional activities such as a Colorado River Float Trip or a helicopter ride to the top of Tower Butte for panoramic views.

  • What kind of meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. There are also special dining experiences like a traditional meal on the Navajo Nation.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    The tour uses a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Grand Junction and ends in Las Vegas.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • 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.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Renato Arrieta  

Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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King Ng, Lafayette, California  

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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14-Jan-2023

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06-Nov-2021

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected.

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09-Nov-2021

I am single and travel alone. I always feel secure and well-looked after when I travel with Trafalgar

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