The Trailblazer
The Trailblazer
The Trailblazer
8 Days Starting and ending in Las Vegas (NV)
Visiting: Las Vegas (NV), Grand Canyon, Sedona, Monument Valley, Page (Lake Powell), Bryce Canyon, Springdale (UT), Zion National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DTRAA16
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Trafalgar with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
See the golden pink and yellow sunrise over the Grand Canyon, the red and lavender shades of the Painted Desert's red rock cliffs and buttes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas (NV)
Accommodation: Harrah's Las Vegas
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
The dazzling lights of Las Vegas set the tone for an unforgettable encounter with some of America's most iconic natural sights-a soul-stirring array of canyons, mesas and rocky cliffs. This evening meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and then soar 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world's tallest observation wheel. With sweeping 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Valley and The Strip you'll see all the glitz and glamour of Sin City.
Day 2: Las Vegas – Grand Canyon National Park
Location: Grand Canyon
Accommodation: National Park Lodges
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say goodbye to Vegas and journey east to Grand Canyon National Park. We hit the "Mother Road" as we journey past fifties-style diners, motels and general stores - colourful highlights on a journey that will take you through stunning desert landscapes. From the iconic to the unexpected, the UNESCO-listed Grand Canyon is beyond anything you could have ever imagined. Meet your Local Specialist who will share insights into the canyon's geological marvels. Watch how the light plays on its layered cliffs, revealing a different story at every vantage point. Later, take a mental snapshot as you watch a mesmerising sunset over one of the world's seven natural wonders - its grandeur lingering far longer in our minds than the fading light glinting off its ancient rock-face.
Day 3: Grand Canyon National Park - Sedona
Location: Sedona, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley
Accommodation: Sky Rock Inn of Sedona
Meals Included: Breakfast, Be My Guest
This morning opt for a birds-eye view of the grandeur of the Grand Canyon on a helicopter or fixed-wing flight over the canyon. Heading south take in Arizona's most scenic drive along Oak Creek Canyon, before arriving in stunning Sedona known for its towering red rock formations, new age movement, and popular arts scene. This evening connect with Locals over a hosted Be My Guest dinner featuring warm Arizona hospitality.
Day 4: Sedona - Monument Valley - Lake Powell (2 Nights)
Location: Page (Lake Powell), Monument Valley
Accommodation: Lake Powell Resort and Marinas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we venture to the badlands of the Painted Desert en route to Monument Valley. On the way, stop at Cameron Trading Post to browse through Navajo handicrafts. Get a taste of traditional food like Navajo Taco and Fry bread during the included lunch. We'll board open-air vehicles, passing mesas and iconic rock formations that rise up from the red valley floor. We arrive on the shores of glittering Lake Powell next, surrounded by the rusty red walls of Glen Canyon.
Day 5: Lake Powell Free Time
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a day to indulge your inner adventurer at Lake Powell. In the morning consider embarking on an optional raft experience^ down one of the prettiest sections of the Colorado River. This afternoon enjoy a visit to one of the most photographed spots in the Southwest, Horseshoe Bend. Conclude the day with an optional scenic cruise on the lake, visiting exquisite Antelope Canyon.
Day 6: Lake Powell – Bryce Canyon National Park – Zion National Park (2 Nights)
Location: Bryce Canyon, Springdale (UT)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Springdale
Meals Included: Breakfast
Continue your journey to the mesmerising pink, orange and red spires of Bryce Canyon National Park. Witness first-hand the eerie pillars that rise up from the desert floor - the world's largest collection of hoodoos that have eroded over millions of years. Keep a keen eye for one of the park's rare bristlecone pines, the longest-living trees known to man, then travel to Zion National Park, where we'll spend the next two nights.
Day 7: Zion National Park Free Time
Location: Zion National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
A full day with the freedom to explore Zion National Park and take the same paths once travelled by America's early pioneers and Native Americans. Admire the graceful slot canyons, towering cliffs and jaw-dropping monoliths, all carved out over 200 million years from the orange sandstone. Stretch your legs on a leisurely stroll along the Virgin River from the Temple of Sinawava to the start of the Zion Narrows, or hike up to the three Emerald Pools. See if you can spot the park's resident Peregrine falcons, California condors and Bald eagles, or join a park ranger to learn more about the inhabitants who live there. This evening, share your adventures with your travel companions at a festive Farewell Dinner.
Day 8: Zion National Park – Depart Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas (NV)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head west and wind along the interstate that skirts the Virgin River Gorge traversing the vast arid expanses of the Mojave Desert. A transfer is provided to Las Vegas International Airport and to Harrah's Las Vegas if you'd like to extend your stay.
What's Included
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7 breakfasts
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1 lunch
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Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
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3 dinners
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Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted
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Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
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Handcrafted Highlights
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All porterage and local charges included
Check out our Q&As
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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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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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