Best of the Canyonlands
Best of the Canyonlands
$2745
Best of the Canyonlands
7 Days Starting in Denver, CO, USA and ending in Las Vegas, NV, USA
Visiting: Denver, Vail, Arches National Park, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DBOCM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of America's majestic canyonlands with the "Best of the Canyonlands" tour. This adventure begins in Denver, CO, and concludes in the dazzling city of Las Vegas, NV. Along the way, you'll be accompanied by Tim, a local specialist and geologist, who will unveil the mysteries of the Grand Canyon. Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Vail, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Moab, the ancient cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, and the iconic Monument Valley. Highlights include a visit to see the Delicate Arch in Arches National Park and a scenic drive along Desert View Drive and Route 66. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, and enjoy cherry-picked hotels, ensuring a restful retreat after each day's explorations. This tour is a perfect blend of natural wonders, cultural insights, and historical landmarks, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty and diversity of the American landscape.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Discover Denver
Location: Denver
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Denver Downtown
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Welcome Reception
Channel your inner pioneer as you embark on an epic encounter with the peaks, canyons and deserts of what was once the treacherous Wild West. We kick-start our expedition in Denver, exploring the Mile High City at your leisure before meeting our Travel Director and fellow expeditioners for a Welcome Reception this evening.
Day 2 : Roam The Rockies
Location: Vail
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Kick off your day stopping in Vail, an alpine village and one of Colorado's great playgrounds known for its epic powder-filled basins that have attracted skiers since the 1960s. Then discover local organic products and meet local farmers over a one-of-a-kind Be My Guest Experience at Field to Fork, a four-season organic farm and boutique fruit stand, growing and celebrating the flavours of every season. You’ll love learning the local secrets of organic farming over a tour from the owners followed by a meal of farm-fresh ingredients. This evening in Moab, opt for an exhilarating Optional Experience flying over Canyonlands National Park during sunset.
Day 3 : Explore Utah’S Arches And Canyons
Location: Arches National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Get ready to gasp. Arches National Park is packed with striking natural arches. On your jaw-dropping exploration, learn how these 6,000 natural sandstone arches were formed by rain and wind on this guided reserved visit led by your knowledgeable Travel Director. From one stunning landscape to the next in Canyon Country, see how the power of the Colorado River carves through the rocky red landscape at Canyonlands National Park. Drive onto the Island in the Sky - a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the countryside offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations. Take your experience to the next level with an Optional Canyonlands by Night light show, complete with a lip-smacking cowboy-style Dutch Oven Dinner and a trip on the Moab Queen II jet boat cruising by the lit-up canyon walls.
Day 4 : Pioneer Through Monument Valley
Location: Monument Valley
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Goulding's Lodge, Monument Valley
Meals Included: Breakfast
Within UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park, admire some of the over 600 ancient cliff dwellings -- including the largest in the country, the amazing dwelling known as Cliff Palace -- carved in the sandstone of the canyon walls. Established by Teddy Roosevelt in 1906, the Park protects some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan archaeological sites in the United States. Deepen your connection with the first nations of this land heading toward Monument Valley - home to the Navajo Nation and the backdrop of many famous Hollywood Western movies.
Day 5 : Tour The Remarkable Grand Canyon
Location: Grand Canyon
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: National Park Lodges Grand Canyon
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your big day of bucket list sites on your US National Park tour begins in Monument Valley. Enjoy a unique exploration with a Local Specialist driving in an open-air vehicle past its towering sandstone buttes and mesas that rise from the barren landscape on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Continue through the ancestral home of the Navajo, winding along Desert View Drive, surrounded by mesmerizing multi-coloured depths. Stop at Desert View Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site to hear stories, family histories and cultural demonstrations by tribal members on another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. We've saved the best for last: the Grand Canyon. Get a unique perspective from geological expert Canyon Tim who reveals the geological wonders on a private nature talk . Join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner toasting to America’s National Parks at your accommodations inside Grand Canyon National Park.
Day 6 : A Scenic Journey To Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Horseshoe Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise early to catch the first rays of light as they illuminate the canyon. Consider an optional helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft flightseeing trip to view this feat of nature from the sky or enjoy a leisurely morning, before we journey to Sin City. Desolation gives way to a desert oasis as we cruise back in time past motels, diners and gas stations towards the dazzling lights of Las Vegas.
Day 7 : End Your Journey In Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our exhilarating adventure through the canyon lands has come to an end. Grab some breakfast as you prepare to say farewell to your friends or consider extending your stay at Horseshoe, Las Vegas. Depart at your leisure to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.
What's Included
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary.
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Fully Guided
Yes, An expert Travel Director and professional Driver on this tour.
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Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
What's Not Included
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 52 guests.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above children are permitted on this tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking local tour guide on this tour.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Guests make their own arrangements for arrival transfers, and for departure transfers unless the last day is a travel day ending with an airport drop (see itinerary for airport arrival times). Trafalgar offers the option to purchase private transfers for selected cities. Guests may check at time of booking if those are offered for the selected itinerary.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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