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Las Vegas · Nevada · United States
11 Day Southwest Highlights with Grand Canyon - Camping
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Zion, Bryce, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Death Valley, Yosemite.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Enjoy a city tour of San Francisco
- Visit Death Valley National Park
- Discover Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, and Bryce walks and hikes
- Admire incredible wildlife viewing opportunities
- Visit Historic Route 66 Birthplace
- Enjoy Navajo guided jeep tour of Monument Valley
- Enjoy Grand Canyon sunset
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Las Vegas
Zion National Park. Leaving the bright lights of Las Vegas behind us for a while we head out to Utah’s finest National Park.
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Hiking at Zion National Park. Massive canyon walls and red sandstone cliffs ascend toward a brilliant blue sky. Challenge yourself to what’s considered the best half day hike in the southwest by hiking a narrow ridgeline to Angels landing. Take it easy exploring the pristine Emerald pools or enjoy a river hike deep in the narrows before enjoying a BBQ back at camp this evening.
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Overnight at the camp.
Day 2
Las Vegas
Hiking at Bryce Canyon National Park. Bryce National Park. A short drive today takes us 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
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Leisure. A soak in the outdoor hot tub back at camp will ease those hiking muscles and a night around the campfire will end this day nicely.
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Overnight at the camp.
Day 3
Moab
Hiking at Arches National Park. Arches and Canyon lands National Parks. Explore this stunning landscape in a guided sunset hummer tour or hang of 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.
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Overnight at the camp.
Day 4
Las Vegas
Hiking at Canyonlands National Park. Enjoy walks in Canyonlands National Park where the Green river meets the Colorado in some of the most spectacular scenery 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 1800’s.
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Local Flavor. Visit the local town and enjoy Utah’s greatest adventure capital.
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Overnight at the camp.
Day 5
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Monument Valley. Monument Valley. Headed south we wind our way through more of USA Southwest’s spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The background 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 an included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley.
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Camp right along the rim, get ready to gaze up at the amazing starry skies and bag your front row seat to a magnificent sun rise. Overnight at the camp.
Day 6
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Antelope Canyon. Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Grand Canyon National Park South Rim. Enjoy an optional visit to the world’s most famous slot canyon- Antelope Canyon ($50-$60 pp) this morning followed by a scenic walk to view Horseshoe.
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Helicopter Tours at Grand Canyon South Rim. 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.
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Hiking at Grand Canyon South Rim. Take a hike into the one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax in one of the rim cafés and admire the view before one last cookout and campfire.
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Overnight at the camp.
Day 7
Las Vegas
Las Vegas. We get our kicks at Route 66 and arrive back in Sin City in plenty of time to relax poolside.
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City/Town Tour. Heading for the strip for a night out.
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Overnight at Hotel in Las Vegas.
Day 8
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Death Valley National Park. Death Valley National Park. Heading to California this morning you will embark on a guided tour of Death Valley National Park. Enjoy photo stops and shorts walks at Zabriskie Point, Artist’s Palette, Badwater Basin Salt Flats, Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Devil’s Golf Course and the Mesquite Sand Dunes. After a picnic lunch, drive spectacular scenery to the old Gold Rush Historic town of Bishop for your night stop.
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Overnight at Camp Bishop.
Day 9
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Tenaya Lake. Tioga Pass to Yosemite National Park. Crossing the Tioga Pass this morning provides an extremely scenic route passing by highlights such as Olmsted point, Lake Tenaya, Tuolumne Meadows and Mono lake en route to Yosemite Valley.
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Sightseeing. Visit the Valley visitor center and exhibits, take a mini tour and get ready for a full day of exploration tomorrow. Weather permitting- In the event that the Tioga Pass is closed this tour will reroute through Lake Isabella instead of Bishop.
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Overnight at Camp Yosemite National Park.
Day 10
Mariposa
Sightseeing at Yosemite National Park. Yosemite National Park - Full Day. Spend a full day exploring the walks offered in the park. There are countless walks ranging from easy to strenuous or opt for a guided tour with your expert guide to the premier panoramas within the park such as Bridalveil falls, Lower Yosemite Falls, views of Half Dome and El Capitan.
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Leisure. You can also opt for some free time relaxing or cycling along the Merced River.
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Overnight at Camp Yosemite.
Day 11
San Francisco
Yosemite to San Francisco. Today we head to City by the Bay- San Francisco. Tour ends approx. 5 pm.
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We advise you not to book any flights before 9pm from San Francisco airport (SFO) if you intend to fly out that night.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
English speaking guide/driver with Language App 14 Passenger minibus Or 9 Passenger minibus/SUV Modern & Spacious fully air-conditioned 3 season sleeping bag, travel pillow, flashlight, and a towel Park admissions City Tour of San Francisco Tour of Death Valley National Park Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, and Bryce walks and hikes Incredible wildlife viewing opportunities Historic Route 66 Birthplace Incredible wildlife viewing opportunities Navajo guided jeep tour of Monument Valley Grand Canyon sunset Recorded commentary available in French, German, Spanish, & Italian
Not Included
Local food kitty payment of $255 per person- covers 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 7 evening meals, and 1 night hotel in Las Vegas Tour Guide Gratuities, we recommend 15% per person Optional Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon. Pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment. Please contact operator to book directly Optional Visit to Antelope Canyon, bookable through operator Water $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents to enter National Park (due day of tour)
What to Bring
Comfortable Shoes Lightweight Jacket Sun hat Warm clothes for the evenings The rainproof jacket just in case
Restrictions
Minimum physical walking is required for this tour. We advise you not to book any flights before 9pm from San Francisco airport (SFO) if you intend to fly out that night. Local food kitty amount subject to change without advance notice.
Meeting & Pickup
This tour departs and drops off from the Palms Casino coach loading curb located at: Palms Casino 4321 W Flamingo Road Las Vegas, NV 89103 Your drop-off is at approx: 5pm at the: Marriott Hotel 480 Sutter St San Francisco, CA 94108
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please advise the country of residence for all guests. (Fees apply to non-US residents).
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 7 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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