Enchanting Canyonlands
Enchanting Canyonlands
$4075
Enchanting Canyonlands
7 Days Starting in Phoenix, USA and ending in Salt Lake City, USA
Visiting: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Salt Lake City
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SAECSAM26
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Enchanting Canyonlands" tour, a captivating journey through the stunning landscapes of the American Southwest. This adventure begins in Phoenix and takes you through iconic destinations such as Sedona, the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, and Zion National Park. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Red Rock Scenic Byway and Oak Creek Canyon, and witness a sunrise over the Grand Canyon. Engage with Navajo culture through a cookout and performances at the Red Heritage Performing Arts Theater. Enjoy guided hikes, scenic drives, and leisurely explorations of Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park. Stay in comfort at renowned lodges and savor authentic dining experiences. With expert guides and immersive cultural encounters, this tour offers a unique blend of natural wonders and rich heritage, concluding in Salt Lake City.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Zion National Park: Explore the natural beauty of Zion National Park on a guided hike to the famed Emerald Pools.
- Zion National Park: Visit the Zion Nature Center at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center - The most well known of Zion’s Earth friendly endeavour. Learn about how the Center was built on a previously disturbed site & utilized outdoor exhibits to take advantage of Zion’s climate or alternatively, take a hike to the Emerald Pools led by your Travel Director.
Top Rated Highlights
- Sedona: Experience the essence of the great American road trip, as you travel through the Red Rock Scenic Byway. Along your journey you will be immersed in the stunning, natural peaks and rock formations of the Red Country, that look as though they could have been shaped by the countless artists they have inspired.
- Sedona: With its red stone formations that create a haunting skyline found nowhere else in the world. This is where Arizona keeps the Old West. And this is where a New West has evolved, as a haven for creatives, a centre of spiritual health and enlightenment, and an epic playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Grand Canyon: Early risers will take advantage of the lodge location, close to the Grand Canyon South Rim, to witness one of Mother Nature's grandest shows on earth: a sunrise over the majestic Grand Canyon.
- Monument Valley: Meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper in the natural wonders of this unique landscape.
- Zion National Park: See the grandeur and natural features of the canyon in total comfort while traveling via private open-air tram with live on-board commentary.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Head to the sandstone cliffs of Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah. Here you will be met by pine trees and red rock pillars. Take a leisurely walk along Sunset Point while you view the great amphitheatres of the odd-shaped monoliths, known as hoodoos.
Make Travel Matter
Grand Canyon: Trace the scenic South Rim of the Grand Canyon along Desert View Drive. See the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style and track the Colorado River that leads you to the aptly named Painted Desert which extends towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and the development of the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site, fulfilling the UN’s Global goals of reducing inequality and creating sustainable communities.
Monument Valley: Deepen your knowledge and connection with the first nations of this land as we travel to Monument Valley by way of off-road vehicles to the cookout site. Here you’ll enjoy an authentically delicious barbecue dinner with members of the Navajo Nation, where traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread will be served while you are immersed in traditional dance and songs of this great ancient culture. Your experience advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Page: Navajo (Diné) owned and operated, Red Heritage is a Native American Performing Arts Theater showcasing awe inspiring local talent: powwow dancers, flute playing, and live drum music. Your experience helps to preserve Navajo Culture and dance and advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Page: Navajo (Diné) owned and operated, Red Heritage is a Native American Performing Arts Theater showcasing awe inspiring local talent: powwow dancers, flute playing, and live drum music. Your experience helps to preserve Navajo Culture and dance and advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Authentic Dining
Scottsdale: Mingle over a delightful dinner at your resort's renowned Zuzu Restaurant, named for the beloved matriarch of the family that owns the property.
Insight Choice
Zion National Park: Explore the natural beauty of Zion National Park on a guided hike to the famed Emerald Pools.
Zion National Park: Visit the Zion Nature Center at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center - The most well known of Zion’s Earth friendly endeavour. Learn about how the Center was built on a previously disturbed site & utilized outdoor exhibits to take advantage of Zion’s climate or alternatively, take a hike to the Emerald Pools led by your Travel Director.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Phoenix And Travel To Scottsdale
Location: Phoenix, Scottsdale
Accommodation: Valley Ho, Scottsdale
Accommodation Name: Valley Ho, Scottsdale
Welcome to Arizona, famous for its scenic road trips, towering Monument Valley, and of course the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. Why not head out and explore Old Scottsdale, a vibrant and unique urban downtown area that introduces you the best of the state? Here, you’ll be surrounded by retro wooden buildings, rodeo inspired artwork and a selection of local stores, all radiating a classic Southwestern flair. Savour a dinner in the company of your fellow travellers.
Day 2: Sedona And The Wonders Of The Mighty Grand Canyon
Location: Sedona, Grand Canyon
Accommodation: Grand Canyon National Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grand Canyon National Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel through world-renowned Red Country along the Red Rock Scenic Byway, one of only 20 designated All-American Roads nationwide. Explore bohemian Sedona with its shops and galleries, or simply take in the exceptional beauty of Red Rock Country before you make your way to the Grand Canyon. Follow Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Byway through Coconino National Forest, a breathtaking stretch of road recognized by Rand McNally as one of the Top Five Most Scenic Drives in America. On arrival, you can take an optional flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon. Whether you prefer a helicopter or a fixed-wing plane, you'll enjoy magnificent scenery with aerial views from above. Meet your Local Expert 'Canyon Tim' at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon to discover its wonders. You'll discover the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formations and the human impact on this natural masterpiece. He'll also talk to you about the bountiful flora and fauna, and where you might be able to spot them.
Day 3: Monument Valley And Lake Powell
Location: Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell
Accommodation: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
Accommodation Name: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Early risers will witness one of Mother Nature's grandest shows on earth: a sunrise over the Grand Canyon. Travel along the South Rim Desert View Drive, skirting the South Rim of the canyon. We will stop at Desert View Point to see the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style, the Colorado River turning north and the Painted Desert extending towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as your visit supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and their development of the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site. Head to the Cameron Trading Post, one of the oldest and most historic general stores in Arizona. Enter Monument Valley Tribal Park, where you'll join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper into the natural wonders of this unique landscape. Enjoy a Navajo cookout lunch amid the giant buttes and mesas of this unique landscape. Travel to your resort nestled in Lake Powell. This evening, enjoy dinner with wine in the Rainbow Room.
Day 4: Leisurely Lake Powell Relaxed Start
Location: Lake Powell
Accommodation: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
Accommodation Name: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is entirely yours to do as you please. Partake in one of our popular Optional Experiences, explore on your own, or simply relax by the resort swimming pool with views of Lake Powell. As an optional activity this morning, let yourself be tempted by a gentle trip down the Colorado River. Calmly float past some of the most awe-inspiring sites, like the iconic Horseshoe Bend and Petroglyph Beach. Or, explore the iconic and picturesque Antelope Canyon with a local Navajo (Diné) guide. Tonight, Navajo culture takes centre stage with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Red Heritage. This Navajo-owned preforming arts theatre will delight as you see local tribal members sing, share a colourful pow wow dance, flute playing and live drum music over dinner and drinks.
Day 5: Bryce Canyon Country
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park
Accommodation: Zion National Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Zion National Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey across a wide-open landscape punctuated by colourful sandstone cliffs, sagebrush-covered flats, and high ridges dotted with piñon pine and juniper. Travel through Bryce Canyon Country on a portion of the Scenic Highway 89, recognized by National Geographic as the No. 1 Drivers' Drives in the world. You will be struck by the beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park, an otherworldly landscape of red rock pillars known as hoodoos, pink cliffs, and endless vistas. Take in the breathtaking views along the Rim Trail with photo stops at the most scenic viewpoints. Enjoy a leisurely walk from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point, where you'll be spellbound by the beauty and majesty of this dramatic natural landscape.
Day 6: Zion National Park Relaxed Start
Location: Zion National Park
Accommodation: Zion National Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Zion National Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning, as you have a full day to explore the Zion National Park. After a leisurely breakfast, you will tour the canyon aboard a privately chartered open-air vehicle, with live commentary from a Local Expert to show you the many scenic highlights of the canyon. Explore Zion National Park further with Insight Choice. Choose to join your Travel Director for a hike to the Emerald Pools. Alternatively, take a self-guided leisurely stroll along the Virgin River Walk and keep your eye out for wildlife.
Day 7: Depart Salt Lake City
Location: Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning you’ll bid farewell to the beautiful national parks and your fellow travellers.  You will be taken to Salt Lake City International Airport, where you will arrive at approximately 15:00. Please be aware when arranging your flights. Alternatively,  a transfer to Sheraton Salt Lake city hotel is also provided should you wish to extend your stay.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 3 dinners with wine, 6 breakfasts, and 1 lunch.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours are provided at various locations including Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and Monument Valley.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided at Valley Ho in Scottsdale, Grand Canyon National Park Lodge, Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas, and Zion National Park Lodge.
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Local Experts
Local experts will provide informative talks and guided tours at various locations including the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley.
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Transportation
Transportation is provided throughout the tour, including a privately chartered open-air vehicle in Zion National Park.
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Cultural Experiences
Cultural experiences include a Navajo cookout, a visit to Red Heritage Performing Arts Theater, and interactions with Navajo Local Experts.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as flightseeing tours over the Grand Canyon and a gentle trip down the Colorado River are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and other service providers are not included.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Insight Experiences
- Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact. You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several unique cultural experiences such as a Navajo cookout in Monument Valley, where you can enjoy traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread while being immersed in traditional dance and songs. Additionally, there is a visit to the Red Heritage Performing Arts Theater in Page, which showcases local talent including powwow dancers, flute playing, and live drum music.
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What activities are available at Zion National Park during the tour?
At Zion National Park, you have the option to explore the park on a guided hike to the Emerald Pools or visit the Zion Nature Center at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. You can also tour the canyon aboard a privately chartered open-air vehicle with live commentary from a Local Expert.
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How does the tour support sustainable tourism and local communities?
The tour supports sustainable tourism and local communities through MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences. For example, the visit to the Grand Canyon supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and the development of the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site. The tour also advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by preserving Navajo culture and dance through experiences like the Navajo cookout and the Red Heritage Performing Arts Theater.
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What is the dining experience like on this tour?
The dining experience includes a mix of local and cultural flavors. In Scottsdale, you will dine at the renowned Zuzu Restaurant. In Monument Valley, you will enjoy a Navajo cookout lunch. The tour also includes 3 dinners with wine, 6 breakfasts, and 1 lunch.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation during the tour includes travel through scenic routes such as the Red Rock Scenic Byway and Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Byway. The tour also features private open-air vehicles for certain segments, such as the tour of Zion National Park, and optional flightseeing tours over the Grand Canyon.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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