Enchanting Canyonlands

Overview

A classic American West experience: journey through the sandstone cliffs of the Navajo Nation and cruise down the Colorado River. Watch rolling clouds over Monument Valley and peer into the Grand Canyon. This is the land of old Westerns and red, gold desert sunsets.

UK - Las Vegas

Fly to Las Vegas where on arrival transfer to your hotel.

This evening join your travelling companions and Tour Director for a welcome drink.

Las Vegas - Grand Canyon National Park

Leave the bright neon lights of Las Vegas behind and cross the old Mojave gold-strike country, passing through Williams on historic Route 66 and Kaibab National Forest to arrive at Grand Canyon National Park. Marvel at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World as you experience the dramatic views. There’s time to wander along the canyon rim, join a ranger-led program, or perhaps just savour the sunset. Special Feature: Your hotel is located near the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra when travelling with Globus.

Grand Canyon National Park - Lake Powell

For a once-in-a lifetime experience, take our optional flightseeing excursion over the heart of the Grand Canyon for incomparable views of flame-coloured walls plunging 4,800 feet into the Colorado River. Later this morning, we travel north to the shining shores of Lake Powell. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely boat cruise and the opportunity to photograph the fascinating scenes created by the sharply eroded canyon walls. Your resort features sweeping views over the lake.

Lake Powell

Today is yours to explore on your own and to sit back, relax, and enjoy all the amenities your resort offers. Maybe join the optional trip to explore the famous Antelope Slot Canyon with a local guide. The photo opportunities are unique. Or, perhaps take a flightseeing trip over Lake Powell, including famous Rainbow Bridge and Glen Canyon Dam.

Lake Powell - Monument Valley

Head into Navajo country to secluded Goulding's Lodge in the heart of Monument Valley, with its towering sandstone buttes - location of numerous old Western films. On arrival, cool off with a dip in the pool and admire the Western sky above, or perhaps explore the Goulding's Museum and Trading Post - home to a wonderful collection of movie memorabilia and Indian artefacts. Enjoy an evening Navajo Cookout.

Monument Valley - Moab

In the cool hours of morning, set out with a Navajo guide in a comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle to explore Monument Valley and its towering sandstone pinnacles – this most familiar of American landscapes from the movies! Later this morning, continue north to the resort town of Moab for a relaxing two night stay at Red Cliffs Lodge on the Colorado River. Visit the resort’s winery for Wine Tasting followed by dinner.

Moab

This morning, we visit Arches National Park, home to more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch. On to magnificent Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park. The remainder of the day is yours to relax at your resort. Perhaps enjoy a relaxing massage, a game of tennis, or a hike along one of the many trails.

Moab - Bryce Canyon National Park

A day of rich contrasts leads you to Bryce Canyon National Park. The slow erosion has created fantastically sculptured rock formations resembling castle towers and cathedral spires. The natural amphitheatres and canyons glow from different lighting throughout the day.

Bryce Canyon National Park - Zion National Park

After a leisurely morning, descend into half-mile-deep Zion National Park - "Zion" means a place of peace and refuge. Enjoy the colourful sandstone walls that rise thousands of feet above the lush greenery of the canyon floor.

Zion National Park - Las Vegas

Continue to the bright lights of Las Vegas for a stay at Treasure Island in the heart of the famous Strip. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening hosted by your tour director.

Las Vegas - UK

Your tour ends today.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.

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