USA Itineraries: SDSH
SOUTHWEST HIGHLIGHTS : 9 Nights / 10 Days (2N Las Vegas – 1N Zion National Park – 1N Bryce National Park – 1N Arches – 1N Canyonlands National Park – 1N Monument Valley – 1N Page – 1N Las Vegas)
Download This ItineraryDay 1 : Begin Your Tour • Las Vegas
As you land at the Vegas airport, pick up your rental car and head to the Sin-City – a place of dreams & epic debauchery. This huge man-made entertainment precinct in the middle of the desert is all about total excess. You’ll be blinded by the bright lights and gob smacked at the thought of all that money running through more than 75 massive casinos. A nighttime tour of the famous ‘Strip’, including a stop for pics at the legendary Vegas sign will show you just what is on offer after dark in this outrageous city. Fremont Street is on tonight's agenda, where the main attraction is a super impressive light and laser show, before no doubt heading out straight into what Vegas is all about. Overnight in Las Vegas.
Day 2 : Las Vegas
You have today all to yourself, but you’ll need to run with a tight schedule to fit in all of Vegas' weird and wonderful charms. Travel the world in a day – taking in the famous Bellagio Fountain, a Venetian Gondola and even an Egyptian Pyramid, all whilst staying firmly within the city's realm! Feeling romantic? Stop by and see one of the many Elvis impersonators for a shotgun wedding ceremony. Tonight, live like a baller while you cruise along the 'Strip' in a party bus. Or enjoy the lit cityscapes from the High Roller. Overnight in Las Vegas.
Day 3 : Las Vegas • Zion National Park
Leave the bright lights of Las Vegas behind and drive to Utah’s most beautiful National Park. Massive canyon walls and red sandstone cliffs that ascend toward a brilliant blue sky. You could take a half day hike in the southwest – by hiking a narrow ridge line to Angels Landing. Take it easy exploring the pristine emerald pools or enjoy a river hike deep in the narrows. Collect some wood to light up a bonfire and camp tonight. Overnight in Zion National Park.
Day 4 : Zion National Park • Bryce National Park
A short drive will take you to an elevation of 8000 ft. into Bryce National Park. Take a stroll along the rim and marvel at the unique sandstone spires (hoodoos) that rise dramatically from the natural amphitheater. Hike down into the hoodoos for an up close and personal experience with this fascinating landscape. Overnight in Bryce National Park.
Day 5 : Bryce National Park • Arches
Explore this stunning landscape with a guided sunset hummer tour or hang off a sandstone cliff on one of our optional canyoneering adventures! Visit Arches National Park, home to over 2000 arches, for a hike up to Delicate Arch. Overnight in Arches.
Day 6 : Arches • Canyonlands National Park
Enjoy walks in Canyonlands National Park where the Green River meets the Colorado River in some of the most spectacular sceneries the southwest has to offer. Swap tales of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid who used the canyons to hide from the law in the late 1800s. Visit the local town and enjoy Utah’s greatest adventure capital. Overnight in the Canyonlands.
Day 7 : Canyonlands National Park • Monument Valley
You drive south to explore some beautiful scenery to one of the finest areas on the planet. The background for many famous western movies and home to the Navajo Indians you are in for a real treat today. Explore the Monument valley on a 4X4 which will give you an idea of Navajo guided tour. Overnight at Monument Valley.
Day 8 : Monument Valley • Antelope Canyon • Page
You will drive to the unbeatable Antelope Canyon this morning to view Horseshoe Bend before heading to the Grand Canyon. Saving the best for last! After a brief visit to a Navajo trading post, we follow the mighty Colorado River through the painted desert, 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 at sunset, or even hike to get the best views. Overnight in Page.
Day 9 : Page • Las Vegas
Hit Route 66 and drive back to the Sin City. Relax for the day, explore casinos, or various shows at top notch hotels. Overnight in Las Vegas.
Day 10 : Homeward Bound
It’s time to say goodbye to the mesmerizing tour that you’ve had. Pack your bags with loads of memories, drop your rental at the airport and fly out.