Tour Overview
This small group tour (2-8 travelers) is perfect for visitors who would like to visit Arches, Canyonlands, and National Parks without the stress of planning and in a smaller timeframe. Relax with Utah's hot springs during the middle of the drive, Let us worry about hotel accommodations, transport, and tour guides, while you enjoy the beauty of the national parks.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Salt Lake City - Mystic Hot Springs - Toquerville Falls
Salt Lake City
Settled in 1847 by a group of pioneering Mormons, Salt Lake City has blossomed into the vibrant capital of Utah and gateway to the west. If time permits, your tour guide will take you to see the twin hearts of this city: Temple Square and the Capitol Building.
Temple Square
Temple Square is often seen as the heart of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), also known as the Mormons. Back in the late 1840s when LDS pioneers first reached Utah, they decided to build a temple that would be the center of their religious society. From there, the church grew outwards across Utah, then throughout the United States, and then throughout the world. Temple Square is still the headquarters for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to this day, containing other historic buildings such as the Tabernacle, the Beehive House, and the Conference Center. You'll love observing the beautiful architecture of these buildings while learning about the history of these early pioneers.
Utah State Capitol
Modeled after the US Capitol Building in Washington DC, the Utah State Capitol Building is stunning. This brilliant piece of architecture is the center of government for all of Utah, containing the chambers for the Utah State Legislature, the chamber for the Utah Supreme Court, and the office for the Utah Governor. In addition to its important role as the seat of government for all of Utah, the Capitol Building also holds incredible pieces of artwork depicting the history of the state.
Mystic Hot Springs*
Following Salt Lake City, we’ll head over to Mystic Hot Springs, a rustic hot springs in a little town called Monroe. These springs are the perfect place to relax. The mineral containing water from these springs will not only keep your skin healthy but will also help you unwind and remove stress from the body.
*This option is only available if time permits and if you arrive and are picked up in Salt lake City.
Toquerville Falls
Take an easy hike to this waterfall, which is the perfect backdrop for pictures! If we have time, we can take a dip into the natural swimming hole found there as well.
Salt Lake City
Settled in 1847 by a group of pioneering Mormons, Salt Lake City has blossomed into the vibrant capital of Utah and gateway to the west. If time permits, your tour guide will take you to see the twin hearts of this city: Temple Square and the Capitol Building.
Temple Square
Temple Square is often seen as the heart of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), also known as the Mormons. Back in the late 1840s when LDS pioneers first reached Utah, they decided to build a temple that would be the center of their religious society. From there, the church grew outwards across Utah, then throughout the United States, and then throughout the world. Temple Square is still the headquarters for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to this day, containing other historic buildings such as the Tabernacle, the Beehive House, and the Conference Center. You'll love observing the beautiful architecture of these buildings while learning about the history of these early pioneers.
Utah State Capitol
Modeled after the US Capitol Building in Washington DC, the Utah State Capitol Building is stunning. This brilliant piece of architecture is the center of government for all of Utah, containing the chambers for the Utah State Legislature, the chamber for the Utah Supreme Court, and the office for the Utah Governor. In addition to its important role as the seat of government for all of Utah, the Capitol Building also holds incredible pieces of artwork depicting the history of the state.
Mystic Hot Springs*
Following Salt Lake City, we’ll head over to Mystic Hot Springs, a rustic hot springs in a little town called Monroe. These springs are the perfect place to relax. The mineral containing water from these springs will not only keep your skin healthy but will also help you unwind and remove stress from the body.
*This option is only available if time permits and if you arrive and are picked up in Salt lake City.
Toquerville Falls
Take an easy hike to this waterfall, which is the perfect backdrop for pictures! If we have time, we can take a dip into the natural swimming hole found there as well.
Day 2: Zion National Park - Bryce Canyon National Park - Kanab
Zion National Park
Zion National Park offers gorgeous wind-sculpted canyons and hikes along incredible trails. This park has something for everyone: for those who would rather stay in the car for a scenic ride, you will love the intricate patterns found on Checkerboard Mesa and Weeping Rock. For amateur hikers, you’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Canyon Overlook Trail and the Riverside Walk. For experienced hikers, you’ll have the choice to hike to through the Narrows.
Bryce Canyon National Park
From its beautiful pink and white cliffs to its thousands of hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park is sure to leave a powerful impression on you. This park features many incredible, easily accessible viewpoints that provide excellent locations that offer excellent opportunities for photography. For the more adventurous, your tour guide will take you down into the canyon along the Navajo Loop/Queen’s Garden Trail, passing through breathtaking rock formations that took thousands of years to shape.
Kanab
After that, we’ll head to Kanab. Due to its spectacular red sandstone cliffs and unique plants, Kanab has been used as the set of many famous Hollywood shows and movies, including the Lone Ranger, Planet of the Apes, and Arabian Nights. While in Kanab, you will see the alluring Pink Coral Sand Dunes, the impressive Moqui Sand Caves, and if time permits, the magnificent Toadstools and Horseshoe Bend. We will try to visit as many sights as we can with the time left over, but we will also be staying the night here.
Zion National Park
Zion National Park offers gorgeous wind-sculpted canyons and hikes along incredible trails. This park has something for everyone: for those who would rather stay in the car for a scenic ride, you will love the intricate patterns found on Checkerboard Mesa and Weeping Rock. For amateur hikers, you’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Canyon Overlook Trail and the Riverside Walk. For experienced hikers, you’ll have the choice to hike to through the Narrows.
Bryce Canyon National Park
From its beautiful pink and white cliffs to its thousands of hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park is sure to leave a powerful impression on you. This park features many incredible, easily accessible viewpoints that provide excellent locations that offer excellent opportunities for photography. For the more adventurous, your tour guide will take you down into the canyon along the Navajo Loop/Queen’s Garden Trail, passing through breathtaking rock formations that took thousands of years to shape.
Kanab
After that, we’ll head to Kanab. Due to its spectacular red sandstone cliffs and unique plants, Kanab has been used as the set of many famous Hollywood shows and movies, including the Lone Ranger, Planet of the Apes, and Arabian Nights. While in Kanab, you will see the alluring Pink Coral Sand Dunes, the impressive Moqui Sand Caves, and if time permits, the magnificent Toadstools and Horseshoe Bend. We will try to visit as many sights as we can with the time left over, but we will also be staying the night here.
Day 3: The Toadstools - Horseshoe Bend - Antelope Canyon - Meteor Crater - Sedona
The Toadstools
The Toadstool Hoodoos get their names from their unique shapes, as the top of the hoodoo has a large stone on it, looking like a toadstool. The hike is 1.5 miles round trip, leveling between easy and moderate.
Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend is a U-shaped turn of the Colorado River located near Page, Arizona. With a 1.5 mile roundtrip hike you’ll reach a vista overlooking a 1000 foot drop, offering incredible views of this world-famous attraction. This hike is usually considered easy.
Antelope Canyon
With the help of a knowledgeable Navajo guide, you’ll be able to explore this incredible region well known for its picture-perfect landscapes. In fact, this region in Antelope Canyon is one of the top ten destinations for photography in the world! Following our adventure to Antelope Canyon, we’ll stop at Horseshoe Bend, after which you’ll be taken to Page, Arizona for a quick bite to eat at a local eatery.
Flagstaff
For the last leg of the day's journey, we’ll drive towards Flagstaff, Arizona which is perfectly situated between Sedona, Southern Utah, and Grand Canyon National Park. Located in one of the world's largest ponderosa pine forests, this city is the perfect place to relax after a long day's journey.
Sedona
Nestled amongst towering red cliffs, Sedona is the perfect place to relax and observe the sunset. We’ll start by exploring the local landscape and hiking some of the beautiful trails outside of Sedona. Afterwards, we’ll return to Sedona and check out some of the beautiful architecture that the town has to offer, such as the Chapel of the Holy Cross, a brilliant structure built into the surrounding red rock. As the sun sets, you'll eat dinner at one of the incredible restaurants in town.
The Toadstools
The Toadstool Hoodoos get their names from their unique shapes, as the top of the hoodoo has a large stone on it, looking like a toadstool. The hike is 1.5 miles round trip, leveling between easy and moderate.
Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend is a U-shaped turn of the Colorado River located near Page, Arizona. With a 1.5 mile roundtrip hike you’ll reach a vista overlooking a 1000 foot drop, offering incredible views of this world-famous attraction. This hike is usually considered easy.
Antelope Canyon
With the help of a knowledgeable Navajo guide, you’ll be able to explore this incredible region well known for its picture-perfect landscapes. In fact, this region in Antelope Canyon is one of the top ten destinations for photography in the world! Following our adventure to Antelope Canyon, we’ll stop at Horseshoe Bend, after which you’ll be taken to Page, Arizona for a quick bite to eat at a local eatery.
Flagstaff
For the last leg of the day's journey, we’ll drive towards Flagstaff, Arizona which is perfectly situated between Sedona, Southern Utah, and Grand Canyon National Park. Located in one of the world's largest ponderosa pine forests, this city is the perfect place to relax after a long day's journey.
Sedona
Nestled amongst towering red cliffs, Sedona is the perfect place to relax and observe the sunset. We’ll start by exploring the local landscape and hiking some of the beautiful trails outside of Sedona. Afterwards, we’ll return to Sedona and check out some of the beautiful architecture that the town has to offer, such as the Chapel of the Holy Cross, a brilliant structure built into the surrounding red rock. As the sun sets, you'll eat dinner at one of the incredible restaurants in town.
DAY 4: Grand Canyon National Park - Salt Lake City/Las Vegas
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Arizona with an estimated 5.9 million people visiting yearly. This canyon was carved out of the surrounding rock by the Colorado River over a period of 6 million years, resulting in an astonishing panoramic view. We will specifically be visiting the North Rim of the Grand Canyon which is often less busy than the popular South Rim. Be sure to bring your camera, you will not want to miss this destination!
Las Vegas
If you choose to depart from Las Vegas, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing.
Salt Lake City
If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing.
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Arizona with an estimated 5.9 million people visiting yearly. This canyon was carved out of the surrounding rock by the Colorado River over a period of 6 million years, resulting in an astonishing panoramic view. We will specifically be visiting the North Rim of the Grand Canyon which is often less busy than the popular South Rim. Be sure to bring your camera, you will not want to miss this destination!
Las Vegas
If you choose to depart from Las Vegas, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing.
Salt Lake City
If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing.
What's Included
- All national and state park entrance fees
- 3 Day Lodging Accommodations
- Private transportation
- 3 Breakfasts
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Trip and Cancellation Insurance
- Guide gratuities (5-10% of tour price recommended)
- Optional Hotel upgrades: Please contact us for a quotation
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- The travel agent is not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler as a result of any unforeseen circumstances outside of the travel agent’s control. This could include but is not limited to: disease, weather conditions, criminal acts, social unrest, or mechanical failures. Guests are encouraged to purchase travel insurance.
- Itineraries may change due to unforeseen issues such as flight arrival and departure times and road and weather conditions.
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Pick-up - Guests are requested to arrive at the airport before 09:00 AM. Later arrivals may require changes to the itinerary and additional fees.
- At least two people are required to schedule a tour. If you’re a solo traveler, please contact us and we’ll help you join another group.
- Booking early is highly recommended as availability is limited.
- Children five years or younger may not be able to participate in all of the activities listed on the itinerary. If you have children who are five years or younger, please let us know so we can make adjustments.
- If cancellation occurs 30 days prior to the start date of the tour, the cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. Alternatively, we could refund 50% of the total tour cost back to the card. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the start date of the tour, 50% of the total cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. For any additional questions, please reach out to us directly.
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- Meals as indicated in the itinerary (Check in Villa/Chalet without breakfast)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.