Day 1 – The Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
Driving through the mighty Mojave Desert today takes us via Route 66 to the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim 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, take a hike into one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax in one of the rim cafés and admire the magnificent view at sunset.
Sandwich style lunch is included.
Lodging is provided at the Red Feather Lodge in Tusayan. 3-star hotel.
Day 2 – Monument Valley and Lake Powell
After a brief visit to a traditional Navajo trading post, we follow the mighty Colorado River through the Painted Desert and wind our way through more of the USA Southwest's spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The backdrop 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 a fantastic included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley. This afternoon we head to Page Arizona and Lake Powell for our night stop.
Sandwich style lunch is included.
Lodging is provided at The Comfort Inn at Lake Powell. 3-star hotel including breakfast.
Day 3 – Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Zion National Park
We visit Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon this morning before a photo stop at Lake Powell and head to Utah's finest National Park. Cut by the Virgin River, Zion Canyon is an impressive mix of white, pink and red Navajo sandstone cliffs. Ancient petrified sand dunes towering over, 2000ft above the canyon floor make for an impressive landscape and a photographer's paradise. Zion National Park offers enchanting walks & hikes for every fitness level. There are plenty of walking opportunities here in this picturesque winter wonderland. Enjoy and hike up to emerald pools or if you are feeling less adventurous, stroll around the valley or the Pa'rus trail. Marvell at the fantastic view of the Great White Throne, Weeping Rock and visit the interpretive Human History Museum where you can enjoy an entertaining rangers talk.
Sandwich style lunch provided.
For our 3-day national parks winter tour, passengers must make their own way to and from a convenient, centrally located Las Vegas hotel.