Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion National Parks

Arrive in St. George. The next morning, travel into canyon country, stopping at Pipe Spring National Monument. Settle into our historic lodge at the Grand Canyon, and enjoy a guided stargazing excursion along the North Rim.
Best Western Plus Abbey Inn; Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim (Day 1:D; Day 2: B/L/D)

Explore the canyon’s rim, peering into the multihued chasm carved by the Colorado River over millions of years. Choose from a variety of hikes for all levels, and learn about the park’s unique ecosystems while enjoying sweeping views at every turn. Return to the lodge, and capture the canyon’s dazzling colours at sunset. Grand
Canyon Lodge North Rim (B/L/D)

Journey along the Mount Carmel Scenic Byway to Zion National Park. Enjoy a short hike, then check in to our hotel. Join our expert this evening for a discussion of the geologic events that shaped the Grand Staircase. The next day, choose between climbing Scout Lookout or hiking the famed Narrows slot canyon.
Flanigan’s Inn or Desert Pearl Inn (B/L/D)

Travel to Bryce Canyon, and stop for breath-taking views at Fairyland Point, then stroll along the Rim Trail. Settle into our lodge near the rim of the canyon. Tonight, join a park ranger for a telescope viewing of the starlit sky.
Bryce Canyon Lodge (B/L/D)

Spend the day exploring Bryce Canyon’s famous hoodoos—whimsical rock formations that have been eroded into surreal spires. Hike into the heart of the park and learn about the geology behind this sculpted stone landscape. Take in a sunset over the canyon.
Bryce Canyon Lodge B/L/D

Wind through Red Canyon to Cedar Breaks National Monument, a jaw-dropping natural amphitheatre. Continue on to Kolob Canyons, a lesser known area of Zion National Park, before returning to St. George for your flight home. (B)