Scooped into the side of a high-desert plateau, a deep natural amphitheater holds a small army of sandstone pillars at Utah’s smallest national park.
Known as hoodoos, these eroded formations glow with surreal colours at sunrise and sunset. For the most immersive experience, hike down one of the steep trails that drops from the Scenic Drive along the rim and winds through the formations. Many trails link up inside the amphitheater, making it easy to extend a short hike into a longer adventure.
San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Death Valley National Park, Monument Valley, Utah
Activity
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel
Tour Type
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Physical Level
Mild
Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.
An epic self-drive tour from Las Vegas to San Francisco via the absolute highlights of the American Southwest: Death Valley, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley and Horseshoe Bend.
Highlights:
City Tour of San Francisco
Tour of Death Valley National Park
Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands and Bryce walks and hikes
Historic Route 66
Incredible wildlife viewing
Optional tour to Antelope Canyon
Grand Canyon sunset and optional helicopter flight
Accommodation
All nights in quality lodges and hotels, or in campgrounds with all camping equipment supplied.
Guided excursions
Professionally-guided excursions with fun and knowledgable tour guides in each location.
All park entry fees are included.
Ground transfers
All transportation in modern 14-passenger minivan or SUVs. All vehicles are fully air-conditioned with reclining seats, enlarged viewing windows and charging units for phones and cameras.
Camping equipment
All camping equipment is provided.
Southwest Express
Whistle-stop tour of the wild Southwest
3 daysFrom $695
Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Death Valley National Park, Monument Valley, Utah
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Death Valley National Park, Monument Valley, Utah
Activity
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Tour Type
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Physical Level
Mild
Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.
This three-day trip is for anyone looking to see the greatest parts of the Southwest on a tight schedule. Start the tour off on day one with Zion national park and end with an exploration of the magnificent hoodoos in Bryce Canyon national park. This tour gets better and better as you get deeper into the real Wild Wild West. Tour Antelope Canyon, overnight in Monument Valley and gaze into the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before heading back to the entertainment capital of the world – Las Vegas!
Accommodation
All nights in quality lodges and hotels, or in campgrounds with all camping equipment supplied.
Guided excursions
Professionally-guided excursions with fun and knowledgable tour guides in each location.
All park entry fees are included.
Ground transfers
All transportation in modern 14-passenger minivan or SUVs. All vehicles are fully air-conditioned with reclining seats, enlarged viewing windows and charging units for phones and cameras.
Camping equipment
All camping equipment is provided.
Southwest Highlights
Explore the best of the American Southwest
7 daysFrom $940
Grand Canyon, Utah
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel
Tour Type
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Physical Level
Mild
Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.
Take a journey through the best of the American Southwest. Starting in Las Vegas you'll have an overnight adventure in iconic Monument Valley, experience the real Wild Wild West, immerse yourself in the amazing Utah landscapes of Zion, Bryce, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Take a tour of Antelope Canyon and stare into the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before heading back to Vegas.
Accommodation
All nights in quality lodges and hotels, or in campgrounds with all camping equipment supplied.
Guided excursions
Professionally-guided excursions with fun and knowledgable tour guides in each location.
All park entry fees are included.
Ground transfers
All transportation in modern 14-passenger minivan or SUVs. All vehicles are fully air-conditioned with reclining seats, enlarged viewing windows and charging units for phones and cameras.
Camping equipment
All camping equipment is provided.
Zion And Beyond
Hiking and Exploring Zion, Bryce and Grand Staircase-Escalante
7 daysFrom $3,995
Utah
Small group tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Recommended
Multi-Day Tours
Zion And Beyond
Hiking and Exploring Zion, Bryce and Grand Staircase-Escalante
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Tour Type
Small group tour
Physical Level
Moderate
Travel under the tourist radar and discover less-traveled trails, vistas, and cultural sites of southern Utah’s great parklands. Each of these parks is vastly different, and equally special. Experience the spring-fed creeks, dry and deep canyons, hoodoos, spires, arches, and towers of red, orange, brown, pink, and white. Listen for the haunting trill of the canyon wren. Discover the delicate plant life. At day’s end, take a dip in a cool pool and delight your taste buds with fresh Southwest cuisine.
Meet and greet in St. George, then head for the parks! Our first stop is Zion National Park’s lesser-visited Kolob Canyon, stretching our legs on a short hike. Our accommodations are inside of Bryce Canyon National Park, and tomorrow we’ll hike along excellent trails, taking in the striking spire-laden landscape.
We pack our bags and head for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. A stop in picturesque Kodachrome Basin State Park – which we may have to ourselves – offers up a gorgeous trail and picnic spot. From wonderful Boulder Mountain Lodge, we explore Grand Staircase-Escalante, marveling at features such as hanging gardens, towering cliffs, natural bridges, and a hole-in-the-rock. A visit to Escalante wouldn’t be complete without dinner at Hell’s Backbone Grill.
Last, but most certainly not least, we arrive in Zion National Park, where from wonderful accommodations in Springdale, we spend days in the park hiking to some of the spectacular places… Emerald Pools, the Virgin River Narrows, Angel’s Landing and Three Patriarchs
Accommodation
Guided excursions
Ground transfers
All meals
3 Hour Bryce Canyon Tour
See the highlights in three hours
1 daysFrom $100
Utah
Custom itinerary,
Private guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Tour Type
Custom itinerary,
Private guided tour
Physical Level
Mild
A "Straight-to-the-points" experience focusing on Bryce Canyon's must-see sections, at your pace. With or without hiking, you'll also learn all about Bryce, in just 3 hours.
Guided excursions
Fully guided day tours of Bryce Canyon's must-see spots and hidden back-country corners
Ground transfers
Pick-up & drop-off, and all transportation during the tour
Some meals
Snacks and water provided during the tour
Bike rental
Bike rental included on biking tours (mountain bikes & e-bikes available)
5 Hour In-Depth Bryce Canyon
Discover the national park in full
1 daysFrom $145
Utah
Custom itinerary,
Private guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Tour Type
Custom itinerary,
Private guided tour
Physical Level
Mild
Really experience Bryce Canyon with this in-depth tour, from the bottom to the top. Combine multiple trails, or spend your time along the rim while learning about the flora, fauna, geology, and history of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Guided excursions
Fully guided day tours of Bryce Canyon's must-see spots and hidden back-country corners
Ground transfers
Pick-up & drop-off, and all transportation during the tour
Some meals
Snacks and water provided during the tour
Bike rental
Bike rental included on biking tours (mountain bikes & e-bikes available)
Bryce Canyon Travel Companies
Bindlestiff Tours
Self-drive & private tours of the Southwest US
Western USA
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour,
Self-guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel
Bryce Canyon Scenic Tours & Shuttle
Guided tours, bike rentals & more
Utah
Custom itinerary,
Small group tour,
Private guided tour
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
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