Explore six National Parks in Red Rock Country - including the Grand Canyon! You’ll explore towering red rock mountains in Sedona, natural sandstone formations in Arches National Park, and see vast canyons in Zion. You’ll also stop at Bryce Canyon National Park and get up close to the radiant cliffs at Capitol Reef and Canyonlands National Parks.
- Discover Six National Parks: Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches
- Experience WWII’s famed “Code Talkers”
- Watch the sunset at the Grand Canyon during a guided tour
- Scenic cruise of Lake Powell
- See the famous “Forest Gump Point” in Monument Valley
DAY 1: WELCOME TO ARIZONA!
Fly to Phoenix to enjoy a welcome dinner and an overnight stay. D
DAY 2: SEDONA
We start our canyon experience by visiting the historic Indian ruins of Montezuma Castle, preserved cliff dwellings carved into the sandstone cliffs. Then thrill to a scenic desert drive to Sedona, a city surrounded by unbelievable towering rock formations. Enjoy a visit to Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village to explore the eclectic shops and galleries on your own. Join us on the optional Sedona Trolley tour where you will get an up-close view of the desert! Later relax and enjoy the views from your hotel in Sedona. B
Option—Sedona Trolley Take in all the best places around town on a fun-filled trolley tour, including a stop at the remarkable Chapel of the Holy Cross and a breathtaking photo stop at Airport Mesa. Price: $38 per person
DAY 3: GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
This morning, travel through Oak Creek Canyon, a steep and very colorful gorge, then get ready for our visit to the south rim of the Grand Canyon! After receiving a detailed history of the park at Mather Observation Point, enjoy some free time at the rim and maybe even do some hiking if you choose. Cap off the day with the Park’s famed Sunset Tour to catch the canyon sunset. B, L
DAY 4: GRAND CANYON/LAKE POWELL
Venture on to Desert View Watchtower for a last breathtaking look at the canyon before heading north. After lunch we’ll learn about Glen Canyon Dam, a vital link in the Colorado River Storage Project, which is a series of dams and reservoirs crucial to life in several southwestern states. This afternoon, enjoy the beautiful rock formations, painted walls, and amazing colors on a cruise around Lake Powell. B, L
DAY 5: ZION NATIONAL PARK
Today at Utah’s spectacular Zion National Park, we see an unusual combination of plummeting canyons, wide plateaus and soaring multi-colored sandstone cliffs. Relax as we ride on a guided tram tour along the park’s Scenic Drive. Then enjoy a peaceful evening before starting another day of geological and cultural wonders in Bryce Canyon. B, L
DAY 6: BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK
In Bryce Canyon National Park, pinnacles of limestone, sandstone and mudstone shoot toward the sky in fanciful formation. Then, enjoy free time to explore Bryce Canyon on your own before we head back to our hotel. Tonight we will enjoy a tasty dinner near Bryce Canyon. B, D
DAY 7: CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK/MOAB
Start the day with the grand mesas, buttes and pinnacles of Escalante National Monument and explore a replica of a six-room, 1,000 A.D. dwelling in an Anasazi Indian Village. Next, we’ll admire the radiant cliffs of Capitol Reef National Park—the Navajo called them “sleeping rainbows." Tonight, you’re free to explore downtown in Moab, where we unpack for the next two nights. B, L
DAY 8: ARCHES AND CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK/DEAD HORSE STATE PARK
We will embark on a guided tour of Arches National Park. With more than 1,500 arches, this geographic wonder of the world awaits! We have a chance to see and photograph dozens of these sandstone arches during our tour of the park. In the afternoon, we will tour both Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park., filled with red rock and dramatic views of the Colorado River. B, L
Option—Sounds and Light Show Boat Tour and Dinner For the finishing touch on a perfect day, come enjoy a cowboy-style Dutch oven dinner and a slow moving evening boat ride on a calm part of the Colorado River. Price: $120 per person
DAY 9: NAVAJO NATION/WWII “CODE TALKERS”
Today, head to the heart of Navajo Country. Get your camera ready for a postcard view of Monument Valley. Learn about the “Code Talkers” of World War II and the important role they played in military communications. B, L
DAY 10: PHOENIX
This morning return to Phoenix where we say farewell to the Southwest’s rugged, natural beauty. B
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport, AZ
Night 2: Courtyard, Sedona, AZ
Night 3: Red Feather Lodge, Grand Canyon, AZ
Night 4: Courtyard Lake Powell, Page, AZ
Nights 5-6: Best Western Ruby’s Inn, Bryce Canyon City, UT
Nights 7-8: Moab Valley Inn, Moab, UT
Night 9: Cameron Trading Post, Cameron, AZ
Dates:
- Departure: April 27, 2025
- Return: May 6, 2025
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- Departure: September 21, 2025
- Return: September 30, 2025
Pricing:
- Double $3,599
- Triple/Quad $3,299
- Single $4,479
*Per person rates
*Includes round-trip airfare from STL/MCI (call for other gateway cities)
Average Temperatures:
Phoenix, AZ: 94° / 67°
Sedona, AZ: 86° / 53°
Grand Canyon, AZ: 93° / 63°
Bryce Canyon: 69° / 37°
Moab, UT: 83° / 50°
Luggage:
Orange luggage tags are provided and are to be placed on your “checked luggage” (large bag). You do not need a tag for your carry-on bag, for which you will be responsible for taking on and off the coach. There is limited space in the cabin of the coach, so unless you require your carry-on bag while traveling, we will stow it in the luggage compartment.
Important Information:
New reservations will require a $250 per person deposit unless otherwise noted. As always, your deposit is still fully refundable for any reason until final payment. We are happy to accept cash, check (preferred) or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) for your deposit.
Terms and Conditions:
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