National Parks Walk

10 days - from $1699

Highlights

• Hike the Grand Canyon
• Amazing hikes in Zion, Bryce, Arches
• Navajo guided hike deep into Monument Valley

Itinerary:

Days 1-2 - Las Vegas and Zion National Park Leaving Las Vegas on day one, we begin this trip with a short drive through the Mojave Desert into Utah, where we get as close to the soul of Zion National Park as the soles of your shoes will allow. Choose from an assortment of short and beautiful trails to warm up your legs (Emerald Pools, Canyon Overlook, Gateway to The Narrows) or indulge in a longer hike to Angel's Landing, which rewards you with an overwhelmingly amazing view! If weather conditions permit, you may choose to hike deep into the Zion Narrows. Accommodation: Camping with meals includedDays 3 - Bryce Canyon National Park In Bryce Canyon National Park, walk the Queen's Garden/Navajo Loop trail, where the countless spires, pinnacles and hoodoos of this spectacular canyon make an indelible impression on the mind. Accommodation: Camping with meals includedDays 4-5 - Arches National Park Arches National Park offers leisurely hikes through spectacular sandstone landscapes with colourful names like the Fiery Furnace and Devil's Garden. Some may choose to spend the afternoon "off the trail" floating on the nearby Colorado River or experience the charms of Moab - the small eclectic town that serves as the gateway to both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Accommodation: Camping with meals includedDays 6 - Canyonlands National Park Today is devoted to visiting Canyonlands National Park with our afternoon hike ending with a visit to Dead Horse Point for tremendous canyon views and another picture perfect sunset. Accommodation: Camping with meals includedDays 7 - Monument Valley Then, on to the Navajo Nation's greatest treasure, Monument Valley. After preparing camp, set out on a spectacular, backcountry, 4x4/hiking tour deep into the heart of the Valley. Stop and photograph both the famous and lesser known sights in the Park, before coming to the end of the 'road'. Our local Navajo guide will then lead us even deeper into the park to trail's end, visiting sights where non-Native Americans rarely go - finishing our day with yet another unforgettable sunset in the valley. Accommodation: Camping with meals includedDays 8-10 - Grand Canyon and Las Vegas On to Grand Canyon National Park, one of those rare places that no one yet has adequately described, painted or photographed. Watch the sunset on the first night and attempt to comprehend this canyon's staggering dimensions and power. Then hike one of the many trails, catch a bird's-eye view from the perspective of a helicopter, take a park ranger's guided nature walk, or sit in quiet contemplation on the edge of this natural wonder. This incredible experience comes to an end when we untie our shoelaces after returning to Las Vegas on the final evening. Accommodation in Grand Canyon: Camping included. Meals included. Accommodation in Las Vegas: Hotel paid locally. Meals paid locally. NOTE: Grand Canyon National Park regulations limit group size and do not allow guided hikes. Our tour leaders will provide briefings, directions, and maps, but are not permitted by the National Park Service to walk with you on the trails. Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Las Vegas on day 10.

Group Size (Max.): 12
Age Range: 18+
Guide: Services of two professional tour leaders for maximum support and flexibility.
Transportation: All transportation by private adventure vehicle
Accommodation: All 9 nights camping and equipment (except sleeping bag)
Included Activities:

• Geological and environmental diversity of the Southwest
• Mojave Desert
• Angels Landing hike in Zion National Park
• Guided hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park
• Hike to Delicate Arch in Arches National Park
• Relax by the Colorado River
• Full day in Canyonlands National Park
• Half day hiking and backroads tour led by Navajo guides in Monument Valley
• Cultural insight into the life of the local Navajo people
• Full day hiking at Grand Canyon National Park
• All meals while camping

Trip Reference: PLY