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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.
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Day 1 : Fly to Salt Lake City
Settle in for a restful night in downtown Salt Lake City.
Day 2 : Moab
Our day begins with a visit to see 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 for two wonderful evenings and have dinner at Moab Brewery.
Day 3 : Arches National Park
Enjoy an included breakfast each morning during our stay in Moab. Today, we explore Arches National Park with an expert local guide. This is the world’s largest concentration of natural sandstone arches, which are the result of erosion and weathering. 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.
Day 4 : Monument Valley
We 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, we discover Goosenecks State Park. Here, we overlook the San Juan River, its course zigzagging more than six miles in less than one linear mile! We then venture 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.
Day 5 : The Grand Canyon
Today we visit the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon! Stretching 227 miles along the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon varies from four to an incredible eighteen miles in width and reaches a depth of almost a mile below the South Rim. Enjoy photo and viewing stops from spectacular overlooks. Tonight, we relish the unique experience to stay within Grand Canyon National Park, right on the canyon's rim! Marvel at the colors and changing light of sunset while gazing out upon the magnificent canyon.
Day 6 : The Grand Staircase
Sweeping panoramas and surreal landscapes surround us during our last stop at Grandview Point before departing the Grand Canyon. We travel along the Grand Staircase on our way to Zion National Park. Carved by the Virgin River over millions of years, it’s a spectacular example of cliff and canyon landscapes. After dinner at Red Rock Grill, we enjoy an incredible overnight in Zion National Park, nestled among towering rock formations.
Day 7 : Zion National Park
This morning, enjoy free time to explore the park by tram as you learn the history and geology of the region. View soaring cliffs, waterfalls, and rock formations described as thrones, steeples, and cathedrals. Later, we unpack for two relaxing nights in the Bryce Canyon area.
Day 8 : Bryce Canyon
Today we board our motorcoach to explore the stunning vistas of Bryce Canyon National Park with several photo stops. Admire its natural wonderland of towering spires and erosion-sculpted rocks called hoodoos. The afternoon is yours to discover more of Mother Nature’s awe-inspiring creations within the park. This evening, we enjoy a cowboy dinner and live music at Ebenezer’s Barn and Grill.
Day 9 : Salt Lake City
Our day begins with a visit to Bryce Wildlife Adventure, a museum featuring an impressive collection of 1,100 animal mounts and 1,600 butterflies from all around the world. We then travel back to Salt Lake City for time at leisure and later gather for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate our new friendships and travel memories.
Day 10 : Fly Home
We return home with incredible memories from our western national parks adventure.
Day 1 : Fly to Utah
Upon arriving in Salt Lake City, we check in to our accommodations for a restful evening.
Our 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.
Today, 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.
We 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.
Today, 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.
Our 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.
This 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.
Today, 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.
We 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.
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Rapid City - Rapid City Regional Airport
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Knoxville - McGhee Tyson Airport
Memphis - Memphis International Airport
Nashville - Nashville International Airport
Austin - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Dallas - Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Houston - George Bush Intercontinental Airport
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Salt Lake City - Salt Lake City International Airport
Norfolk - Norfolk International Airport
Richmond - Richmond International Airport
Seattle - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Spokane - Spokane International Airport
Appleton - Appleton International Airport
Baldwin - Groome Transportation
Eau Claire - Groome Transportation
Green Bay - Austin Straubel International Airport
Hudson - Groome Transportation
Madison - Dane County Regional Airport
Menomonie - Groome Transportation
Milwaukee - Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
Charleston - Yeager Airport
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