3 Day National Parks Tour - Camping

Highlights / General details

Enjoy our included Navajo guided jeep tour in iconic Monument Valley, experience the real Wild Wild West, immerse yourselves in the amazing Utah landscapes of Zion and Bryce National Parks, take in a bird’s eye view of the Grand Canyon on an optional helicopter ride before headed back to the bright lights!

Inclusion

Experienced fun and knowledgeable English-speaking Tour Guide; Transportation in a modern 14 passenger tour bus, SUV or minivan fully air conditioned; 2 breakfasts and 3 deli/sandwich style lunches (make your own from our pre-shopped fresh ingredients and vegetarian options); Park admissions; Navajo Guided Jeep tour of Monument Valley; Tour of Grand Canyon National Park.

Camping Accommodation – use of a two person tent, inflatable sleeping pad and sleeping bag.

Exclusion

Hotel pick-up and drop-off; Water.

Evening meals - Local restaurants are available on night one. You tour guide may offer you a traditional Navajo meal on night two for $12-$14 per person - weather dependent.

Optional Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon booked locally and paid in cash (30 minutes $220 / 55 minutes $300) – Book with your tour guide.

Optional Antelope Canyon Navajo Guided tour booked locally and paid in cash ($40-$50 per person 1.5 hours) – Book with your tour guide.

Gratuities ($55-$60 is the recommended amount for this tour).

Hours of operation

Available Mondays and Thursdays until September 28 (2017) and from April 9 to October 29 (2018), departing at 7:15am and return at 9:00pm on Day 3. We advise you not to book any flights before 11:30pm if you intend to fly out that night.

Duration

3 days/2 nights.

Location

Departs from the Stratosphere North Tour Entrance: 2000 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89104. Drop off is to the same location.

Itinerary

Day 1: Zion National Park and Bryce National Parks.

Cut by the Virgin River, Zion Canyon is an impressive mix of white, pink and red Navajo sandstone cliffs. Ancient petrified sand dunes towering over 2000 feet above the canyon floor make for an impressive landscape and a photographer’s paradise. Zion National Park offers enchanting walks & hikes for every fitness level. Stroll around the Emerald Pools trail, enjoy the Temple of Sinawava, the Great White Throne, Weeping Rock and visit the interpretive Human History museum where you can enjoy an entertaining rangers talk on the patio.

After a full afternoon in Zion we head to Bryce Canyon, A giant natural amphitheater created by erosion along the eastern side of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, Bryce is distinctive due to geological structures called hoodoos. These red, orange, and white spires provide spectacular views for park visitors. Bryce Canyon is considered by many to be the most scenically diverse place in the world.

All camping equipment provided. Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.

Day 2: Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley.

Headed past Lake Powell with an optional visit to Antelope Canyon, we wind our out way through more of USA Southwest’s spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The backdrop for many famous western movies and home to the Navajo Indians you are in for a real treat today.

Hop onboard a 4X4 jeep and enjoy an included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley. Camp right along the rim and get ready to gaze up at the amazing starry skies, bag your front row seat to a magnificent sunrise.

All camping equipment provided. Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.

Day 3: The Grand Canyon National Park South Rim.

Saving the best for last! After a brief visit to a traditional Navajo trading post we follow the mighty Colorado River through the Painted Desert to one of the seven natural wonders of the world! Take in a bird’s eye view on an optional helicopter ride, stroll along the rim, take a hike into the one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax in one the rim cafes and admire the magnificent view before heading back to the bright city lights of Las Vegas!

Additional Information

Additional items needed: Travel pillow, flashlight, towel.

Recommend wearing sun hat/cap, comfortable shoes, lightweight and/or waterproof jacket, warm sweater if travelling in April or October.

There are many opportunities for walks and hikes on this tour. Not all walks are guided. Your Tour Guide will advise and make recommendations for walks to suit your ability and interest.

Due to varying hours of sunlight throughout the year you may be offered a sunrise

jeep tour in Monument Valley.

Small groups maximum size 14.

Participant restrictions

Minimum age requirement: 7 years.

Tour is not wheelchair accessible. Physical walking is required for this tour.

Policies

Please be prepared to show your travel insurance and have your passport ready for

inspection before departure.

We do not provide water on this tour, as a member of the International Eco Tourism Society we encourage our guests to bring/buy a refillable container. You may refill this every time we make a comfort stop and we will happily recycle it for you at the end of you tour if you wish.

Cancellation: 15 days prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

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