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Experience overnight
stays in three national parks (Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion)
and one national recreational area (Glen Canyon, overlooking Lake
Powell). Red spires, painted pinnacles, jagged peaks, mysterious
buttes, forested mountains, dramatic deserts and unique wildlife – all
images that create memories to last a lifetime! |
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Tauck's most
popular journey anywhere in the world!
1. Arrive Scottsdale
Tour begins: The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess at 5:30 PM.
Take a private transfer from the airport to your luxury resort, where
the afternoon is spent enjoying amenities such as three swimming
pools, tennis, and golf. We invite you to join us this evening for a
welcome reception and dinner. Meals D
2. Montezuma Castle
See Montezuma Castle National Monument, the deserted cliff dwellings
of one of the oldest known civilizations. Journey to Sedona, a town
surrounded by towering red rock formations. Wind through intriguing
Oak Creek Canyon to Flagstaff, arriving at the magnificent Grand
Canyon. Over one mile deep and many miles long, it is one of nature's
most spectacular examples of erosion. Spend the night near the
breathtaking rim of the Canyon. Meals BD
3. Grand Canyon National Park
It is easy to be mesmerized by the Grand Canyon's grandeur and
chameleon-like colors. Spend the morning amidst the majesty of this
natural wonder, exploring the canyon rim and Canyon Village.
Travel through a Navajo Reservation en route to Page, Arizona,
for two nights at the Wahweap Lodge. Meals BD
4. Lake Powell / Rainbow Bridge
Glen Canyon Dam transformed the mighty Colorado River into Lake
Powell, a massive lake that is 186 miles long – fringed by fjord-like
canyons, there is no lake like it on earth! To see the "hidden" sites
of Lake Powell, Tauck includes sightseeing today by air, by water and
by jeep. There is no better way to enjoy the majesty of the region
than by taking an early morning 30-minute flight over remote reaches
of the lake. Colorful patterns of water are surrounded by many unusual
red rock formations, including Rainbow Bridge, the world's largest
natural "arch," or bridge. Resembling the "arc" of a rainbow, this
amazing rock arch spans 275 ft. across the river, rising 309 ft. in
the air – approximately the height of the Statue of Liberty! Rainbow
Bridge is of great historical importance, as for centuries it has been
a sacred site to local American Indian tribes. Until the formation of
Lake Powell, Rainbow Bridge and much of the surrounding area were
virtually unaccessible; this sightseeing journey offers in-depth
insights. Later you have a choice of sightseeing – take a boat
excursion to remote lake areas, or
travel on a four-wheel-drive jeep adventure to Antelope Canyon.
A "hidden" canyon to most visitors, the narrow sandstone walls of this
"Corkscrew" slot canyon appear to be sculpted. A mesmerizing
experience ensues when mysterious oranges, reds, and yellows appear
with the passing sun. Or, you may choose an opportunity to take an
optional four-hour flightseeing excursion and tour from the Grand
Canyon to the incredible desert landscapes of Monument Valley (at an
additional cost). Explore one of America's most scenic, and most
photographed, regions with a Navajo guide; it is
resplendent with colorful mesas, buttes and spires (see
information below). Meals BD
5. Glen Canyon / Bryce Canyon
Enjoy the excitement of a float trip through Glen Canyon National
Recreation Area, featuring colorful sandstone canyons and an array of
wildlife habitats. Navajo sandstone cliffs create a dramatic backdrop
of red-and-buff cliffs against a blue southwestern sky. Continue by
motor coach to Kanab, Utah, a town that is truly the quintessential
image of "the West." Bryce Canyon National Park is a land of pines and
pinnacles, an immense semi-circular rock amphitheatre where timeless
erosion has created oddly sculptured rock formations resembling the
towers of fairy tale castles and cities of stone cathedrals. Travel
the rim road, where before you lie magnificent spires carved by
nature's chisel, tinted with shades of pink, orange and red. An
abundance of wildlife residing in the park includes elk, coyotes,
marmots, prairie dogs and wildflowers. Your accommodation this
evening, Bryce Canyon Lodge, is nestled in a lush forest of towering
ponderosa pine trees. The historic lodge has been renovated to its
1920's rustic elegance, and is listed on the National Historic
Register. Meals BLD
6. Bryce Canyon / Zion
Morning's light brings a different palette of brilliantly vivid colors
to Bryce Canyon. The morning is spent at your leisure, with the
whimsical "hoodoos" and intricately carved pillars of rock just a
short walk from your lodge. Bryce Canyon is renowned for hiking
trails, which provide an opportunity to observe the great variety of
bird species, beautiful wildflowers and unique wildlife. This
afternoon, travel to Zion National Park, where your accommodation is
Zion Lodge, the only "in-the-park" accommodation at Zion National
Park. The rustic decor of the lodge complements the incredible scenery
of the park, which is awe-inspiring. Colorful sandstone walls rise
one-half mile above the lush greenery of the canyon floor; odd
geologic formations, a complex desert ecological system and mighty
canyons splashed with vivid colors are compelling. Verdant vegetation
includes Cottonwood trees, wildflowers, and dry desert plants;
wildlife ranges from mule deer to hundreds of bird species. Meals
BLD
7. Zion / St. George / Las Vegas
Today you'll discover the majestic sights of Zion, including its
narrow gorges, dramatic canyons and colorful mesa scenery; travel
between great red precipices that lead into a beautiful valley. Depart
this magnificent park for the journey to Las Vegas, traveling through
St. George, a rich historic town that was once called "Little Dixie"
due to the region's cotton-raising. St. George was the winter home of
Brigham Young, who brought the Mormon Church to Utah; see the
impressive St. George Temple, dedicated in 1877 as the first Mormon
Temple. Arrive in the glamorous city of Las Vegas, enticing visitors
with neon-lined boulevards sparkling with "glitter" and themed casinos
. Your introduction is a drive along the famous Las Vegas Strip, where
you'll see the incredible architectural wonders of the self-proclaimed
"Entertainment Capital of the World." We invite you to join us this
evening for a farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD
8. Journey Home
Tour ends: Las Vegas. Fly out anytime; check-out time is
12:00 noon. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in. Meals
B
Monument Valley Option – $190
Explore a world of sandstone monoliths that
truly is the essence of the American West. This aerial sightseeing
adventure takes you from Page, Arizona to lovely Monument Valley,
viewing sights that can only best be appreciated by air. Land at
Monument Valley, where a Navajo guide takes you through an incredible
landscape of colorful buttes, mesas and spires. Fly back to Page for
the afternoon.
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8 Days / 7 Nights from $1,890
Begins Phoenix
Apr 2, 9, 17, 24,
29
May 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Jun 3, 10, 17, 24
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Aug 5, 12, 19, 26, 28
Sep 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28,
30
Oct 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19
Additional departure dates may become available as these sell out.
Tauck Bridges offers a similar tour for families
of all ages! Departures: Apr 3; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 3, 10, 17,
24, 31; and Aug 7, 14, 21
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Price Per Person
Double $1890
Single $2359
Triple $1750 (twin with roll-away)
17 Meals Included.
Monument Valley flight – add $190.
Special
Airfares –
Airfare to Phoenix and from Las Vegas is additional. Tauck
offers special round-trip airfares, subject to availability;
inquire at time of booking.
Note – The canyon areas of the Southwest are
relatively remote. Hotels and services, although chosen from the
best available, may not compare with facilities found in more
populated areas.
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Night 1
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Scottsdale, AZ
Night 2
Kachina or Thunderbird Lodge
Grand Canyon, AZ
Night 3,4
Wahweap Lodge
Page, AZ
Night 5
Bryce Canyon Lodge
Bryce Canyon National Park, UT
Night 6
Zion Lodge
Zion National Park, UT
Night 7
Caesars Palace
Las Vegas, NV
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