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Best of the Canyonlands
Tour Type: Regional ExplorerBrochure Type USA Canada and Central America 2026 v1Descend from the Mile High City into the foothills of the Rockies and through the badlands, canyons, and arches rising from desert landscapes. From Arches and Canyonlands National Parks tours and a Be My Guest lunch experience at a family owned organic farm to the Grand Canyon, it's the best-of experiences not to be missed. Be My Guest- Unlock the local secrets of the land over a meet-and-greet at Field to Fork, an organic fruit and vegetable farm that cultivates 10 acres for vegetable production in addition to a fruit orchard of rare heritage stone and pomme fruit. Welcomed by owners
Dining Summary- 2 Dinner (D)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture- Grand Canyon National Park The great outdoors is your classroom today when you meet geologist Canyon Tim for an enlightening talk about the Grand Canyon at the South Rim . Having over 30 years of geological experience, Tim's fascinating talk reveals how
Iconic Experience- Arches National Park Nature's creations spring to life at Arches National Park, home to the greatest concentration of natural arches in the world. Some 6,000 natural sandstone arches can be found within the boundaries of the national park. On your visit,
- Grand Canyon National Park One of the seven natural wonders of the world and the second most visited national park in the United States. Explore the Visitor Center and get familiar with the history of the Grand Canyon, grab a coffee at a local cafe and t
- Mesa Verde National Park There's no better place to learn about the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people than at Mesa Verde National Park. View the carvings in the sandstone of the canyon walls at the several hundred of these dwelling
- Canyonlands National Park There's no better spot to witness the power of the Colorado River carving through rocky red landscapes than at Canyonlands National Park. Take in the sights of Mesa Arch, views from the Green River Overlook, and be inspired by t
- Las Vegas Go sightseeing in the largest city in Nevada and one of the world's greatest resort cities, Las Vegas.
- Vail Welcome to one of Colorado's great playgrounds. While the winter attracts the ski crowds, the summer draws in guests to the European-style Vail Village. Surrounded by towering Rocky Mountain peaks, the pedestrian village offers a unique mix of shops
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER- Grand Canyon Feel good knowing you're doing good visiting Desert Viewpoint Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site where members of 11 Indigenous tribes share their stories, family histories and cultural demonstrations. Discover Native crafts watching a carp
- Monument Valley Immerse yourself in the landscape of the Navajo people journeying through the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park accessing roads, places, sites that are closed to the general public. Get a feel for the land and its people climbi
Must-see Highlights- Scenic Drive along Desert View Drive along parts of Route 66
- Discover Denver, Moab and Las Vegas
- The Grand Canyon, Monument Valley
- See Delicate Arch in Arches National Park
- Visit Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Cameron Trading Post
- View the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, Desert Viewpoint
Trafalgar Difference- Monument Valley Explore an iconic part of the Western USA on this Stays with Stories experience. Feel like you're stepping back in time to when the lodge was founded in the 1920's. Then imagine you're stepping onto a movie set -- Goulding's Lodge was mad
Whats Included- All transport and transfers shown
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Call (770) 888-7231 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18998302 | Trafalgar Tours | Offer valid through 3/31/2025 | | | Day | Destination | Description | Day 1 | Denver | Discover Denver: 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. Kick-start your expedition in Denver, exploring the Mile High City, known for its thriving coffeehouse and brewery scene, at your leisure before meeting your Travel Director and fellow expeditioners at a Welcome Dinner this evening.
Accommodations: The Slate Hotel Denver Downtown, Tapestry by Hilton | Day 2 | Moab | Roam The Rockies: 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 flavors 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.
Accommodations: Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn | Day 3 | Moab | Explore Utah's Arches and Canyons: 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 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.
Accommodations: Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn | Day 4 | Monument Valley | Pioneer Through Monument Valley: Within UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park, admire some of the over 600 ancient cliff dwellings 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.
Accommodations: Goulding's Lodge | Day 5 | Grand Canyon | Tour The Remarkable Grand Canyon Make Travel Matter: 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-colored canyons. 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 travelers for a Farewell Dinner toasting to America's National Parks at your accommodations inside Grand Canyon National Park.
Accommodations: National Park Lodges Grand Canyon | Day 6 | Las Vegas | A Scenic Journey to Las Vegas: Rise early to catch the first rays of light as they illuminate the canyon. Consider an optional helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft flightseeing tour 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.
Accommodations: Horseshoe Las Vegas | Day 7 | Las Vegas | End Your Journey In Las Vegas: Our exhilarating adventure through the canyonlands 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.
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- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. - All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking. - For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page. - Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class |
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