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Bryce, Zion & the Grand Canyon - WSAZ TV
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
Newspaper Rock
Zion National Park Tram Ride
Four National Parks
Dinner & Live Music
Nicholas Snider
Nicholas Snider
Nicholas is the weekday meteorologist at WSAZ, and is excited to be taking the trip out west this summer! He has been at WSAZ for a little over a year and a half, and comes to the area from his hometown of Lakewood, Ohio (a suburb just west of…
Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of Utah and Arizona while visiting four iconic national parks, as well as Salt Lake City. Our journey begins by witnessing an amazing performance by the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, then we travel by motorcoach to Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park. Tour the Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum, Goosenecks State Park, and the Monument Valley Visitor Center on our way to Kayenta, Arizona. For the next few days, we take in sights of the Grand Staircase and gaze upon Mother Nature’s iconic wonders with one-of-a-kind overnight stays in Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks. After exploring Bryce Canyon National Park, our adventures conclude with time at leisure and a celebratory Farewell Dinner in Salt Lake City.
Trip overview may vary by departure.
Highlights
It’s Canyon Country!
Arizona and Utah boast some of the United States’ most brilliant vistas, brimming with unique topography. Take in spectacular views of vast natural wonders that have been shaped by forces of nature over the course of millions of years. Broken down by wind and water, rock layers have been manipulated through erosion and climate change to create impressive formations in the Colorado Plateau region of the American Southwest. Watch how the warm sunset or sunrise enhances the gorgeous hues among the domes, cliffs, arches, canyons, and towers found in these dramatic landscapes.
Grand Canyon National Park
Carved over six million years ago through geologic processes of erosion and active tectonics, this UNESCO World Heritage Site stretches nearly 300 miles along the Colorado River and up to one mile deep. There have been over 3,000 ancestral sites dating to the prehistoric period found here. Due to the Grand Canyon’s wide variety of ecosystems, it also boasts nearly 450 species of birds along with bighorn sheep, bison, elk, and more. Take advantage of an unforgettable overnight stay within the park, right on the canyon’s rim. Watch the sunset over the rich red rock and observe the brilliance of thousands of stars.
Zion National Park
These lands were first settled 12,000 years ago with many tribes leaving stories in petroglyphs that are still viewable today. Learn about life back then at Zion Human History Museum or stroll down one of the accessible trails to take in the unique rock formations, sprawling mesas, and deep canyons. Sculpted by the Virgin River over millions of years, massive sandstone cliffs soar into a brilliant blue sky as high as 3,800 feet. Enjoy discovering the park’s remarkable views and wildlife on a narrated tram ride down Zion Canyon Scenic Drive!
Bryce Canyon National Park
With a vertical distance of over 2,000 feet, this park features diverse landscapes due to its three distinct climate zones. Watch for wildlife including mule deer, mountain lions, and golden eagles while admiring the endless scenic vistas. The horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters that have been formed by nature are wonders to behold, but the famous hoodoos, or colorful spires of rock, are what draw in visitors from all over. Bryce Canyon has the largest collection in the world!
- Day 1: Fly to UtahUpon arriving in Salt Lake City, we check in to our accommodations for a restful evening.
- Day 2: MoabOur adventure begins by witnessing the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square as they record a performance for the longest-running radio broadcast of its kind in the country. Next, we travel to Moab and get to know fellow travelers over a delicious Welcome Dinner at Moab Brewery.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 3: Arches National ParkToday, we explore Arches National Park with an expert local guide. Marvel at how erosion and weathering have formed the world’s largest concentration of natural sandstone arches! In the afternoon, we visit Dead Horse Point State Park, considered Utah’s most spectacular state park, where scenic overlooks provide breathtaking panoramas of sculptured pinnacles and buttes. The evening is at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 4: Monument ValleyWe depart Moab this morning and visit Newspaper Rock, one of the finest examples of petroglyphs in the United States. Next, a stop at Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum allows us to view an impressive collection of Native American artifacts. After an included lunch, enjoy an overlook of the San Juan River in Goosenecks State Park, its course zigzagging more than six miles in less than one linear mile! We then travel to the Monument Valley Visitor Center. The rugged, untouched beauty of this area has been used to portray the Old West in many motion pictures and television Westerns. Tonight, we indulge in a delicious dinner buffet.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 5: The Grand CanyonToday, we visit the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon! Stretching 227 miles along the Colorado River, this world-famous natural wonder varies from four to an incredible eighteen miles in width and reaches a depth of almost a mile below the South Rim. Tonight, we relish the unique experience of staying within Grand Canyon National Park, right on the canyon's rim! Marvel at the vibrant colors and changing light of sunset while gazing out upon the magnificent canyon. As a certified International Dark Sky Park, it also offers an unrivaled opportunity to stargaze later in the evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 6: The Grand StaircaseOur day begins with one last stop in the Grand Canyon at Grandview Point, where sweeping panoramas of surreal landscapes surround us. We then travel alongside the stunning Grand Staircase, rising layers of colorful sandstone towering above plateaus, and make our way to Zion National Park. As we reach our destination, soak up vistas of soaring cliffs and canyon landscapes that have been carved by the Virgin River over millions of years. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner and accommodations within the park, nestled among towering rock formations.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 7: Zion National ParkThis morning is yours to view the natural wonders within the park! Hop aboard a tram to learn the history of the region while viewing soaring cliffs, waterfalls, and rock formations described as thrones, steeples, and cathedrals. Later this afternoon, we travel to Bryce Canyon City and settle in for two relaxing evenings.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 8: Bryce CanyonToday, we’re off to discover more of Mother Nature’s best work in Bryce Canyon National Park. Enjoy stunning vistas from the comfort of our motorcoach and have your camera ready for several photo stops that showcase this natural wonderland. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring the awe-inspiring creations within the park, like its famous towering spires and erosion-sculpted rocks called hoodoos. This evening, we’re treated to an exciting cowboy dinner with live music at Ebenezer’s Barn and Grill.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 9: Salt Lake CityWe spend our morning at Bryce Wildlife Conservation Museum, which features an impressive collection of 1,100 animal mounts and 1,600 butterflies from all around the world. This afternoon, we return to Salt Lake City with time to explore individual interests or to relax at the hotel. Tonight, our group celebrates new friendships and adventures over a wonderful Farewell Dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 10: Fly HomeWe return home with incredible memories from our western national parks adventure.
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 1 night at Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
- 2 nights in Moab
- 1 night in Kayenta
- 1 night at Maswik Lodge inside Grand Canyon National Park
- 1 night at Zion Lodge inside Zion National Park
- 2 nights near Bryce Canyon National Park
- 1 night at Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek (before we return home)
Attractions & Highlights
- Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
- Arches National Park
- Dead Horse Point State Park
- Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum
- Goosenecks State Park feat. San Juan River
- Monument Valley Visitor Center
- Newspaper Rock
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Zion National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Ebenezer's Barn & Grill dinner show
- Bryce Wildlife Conservation Museum
15 Excellent Meals
- Welcome Dinner at Moab Brewery
- Farewell Dinner in Salt Lake City
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