Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks

Transfer by motorcoach to a local airport for a flight to Grand Junction, Colorado. Relax after your arrival or explore on your own before joining your Tour Director this evening for a welcome dinner. Hotel: Wine Country Inn, Grand Junction (Dinner)

Head to Dead Horse Point State Park to reach great heights with stellar views. Next up at Canyonlands National Park, see first-hand the power of the Colorado River carving its way through the rocky red landscape. Ascend to the top of the Island in the Sky Mesa and admire Canyonlands’ spectacular landscape below. You can choose to continue further on foot with a two-mile hike to Grandview Point Overlook where, standing at the “edge of the world,” you’ll be greeted with desert vistas for hundreds of miles. Continue to Green River Overlook for another incredible vista. Hotel: Hyatt Place Moab (Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast, you’ll head to Arches National Park. Learn how Mother Nature’s magic touch has left her indelible mark with wind and rain when you view Delicate Arch. Continue your exploration with a walk to Double Arch, Landscape Arch or Turret Arch. Take break this afternoon or explore the town of Moab at your leisure. Hotel: Hyatt Place Moab (Breakfast)

Following breakfast, see the hoodoos of Goblin Valley State Park. These mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles referred to locally as “goblins” make for memorable photo opportunities before you arrive at Capitol Reef National Park. Explore the area down through the canyons or up to the overlooks in sections of the park including Sulfur Creek, Cohab Canyon, Hickman Bridge, Rim Overlook. In the evening, enjoy the rustic charm of the Capitol Reef Resort, located on the edge of the park, offering truly spectacular landscapes and breath-taking views. Hotel: Capitol Reef Resort (Breakfast)

Unlock the best of Capitol Reef National Park, where colorful canyons and capitol-shaped domes provide the perfect backdrop for an adventure, with the option to hike on your
own. Continue your journey along an “All American Road”, Highway 12, one of America’s most scenic highways, before arriving in Kodachrome Basin State Park. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the Visitor Center and see unique sandstone spires and columns known as “sand pipes,” formations. Hotel: Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn (Breakfast)

Today, you’ll have a full free day to relax or explore the landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park. Admire the rusty red limestone spires that rise up to meet Utah’s skies from scenic viewpoints or follow one of the many trails into the hoodoos and beyond. Or choose to blaze your own trail on a one-hour horseback ride in the Dixie National Forest. Hotel: Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn (Breakfast)

A pink, red and orange canvas awaits visitors at Coral Pink Sands State Park. Embrace today’s MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience as you explore Antelope Canyon in Navajo Tribal Park. The local Diné (Navajo) guides will explain how slot canyons are formed and take a short hike to see Horseshoe Bend and the flowing Colorado River which has carved its way through the red-colored sandstone. Finish the day connecting over a Be My Guest meal on the Navajo Nation, hosted by Dine tribe local Baya, her husband Paul and storyteller Eli Secody. Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell (Breakfast, Dinner)

Enjoy a full free day to spend as you wish in the water wonderland that is Lake Powell. Relax and rejuvenate as you explore on your own or consider joining one of the organized
optional activities, like a famed Colorado River Float Trip or a helicopter ride up to the top of Tower Butte for 360′ views of the world below you. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Sunset 89 with unbeatable views of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon. Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell (Breakfast, Dinner)

Arrive at Zion National Park in the late morning, then enjoy lunch at Zion Lodge before selecting from many fantastic hikes ranging from easy to strenuous including Watchman Trail, Kayenta Trail, or Riverside Walk. Or, opt to take it easy and sightsee at your leisure using the complimentary Zion National Park shuttles. The rest of the evening is at leisure. Hotel: Springhill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park (Breakfast, Lunch)

This morning, wake up early and watch the sunrise over Zion National Park and perhaps take one last leisurely stroll taking in the views before departing for the airport in Las Vegas, Nevada and return to Central, PA (Breakfast)

*Hotels and itinerary are subject to change at any time without advanced notice and/or compensation.
**This itinerary includes walks and short 1-3 mile hikes. Hikes will range from easy and moderate. Parts of the tour will include elevation up to 9,000 ft.

Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Any air upgrades or deviations must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.