Operated by Collette

National Parks of America

From

CAD 7,599

Duration

12 days

Countries

United States

Activity

moderate

Rating

4.7 · 950 reviewsvia Collette

The adventure

Experience the grandeur of the American West as you explore 5 fantastic national parks on this exciting journey. In Arizona, contemplate the vast beauty of the Grand Canyon, and in Yellowstone, relish iconic sights like Old Faithful and Yellowstone Lake. Marvel at the magnitude and colour of Zion’s cliffs and the hoodoos and spires at Bryce Canyon. Enjoy 2-night stays in Springdale, Utah (Zion) and Jackson Hole. Drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and the great Sioux Nations Territory before seeing Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument. Meet a local Lakota Native American at dinner and learn about their fascinating way of life, past and present. Gain new appreciation of the great outdoors on this journey that takes you from the Grand Canyon to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and everywhere in between.

At a glance

Duration

12 days

Route

→

Countries

United States

Activity level

moderate

Style

National Parks & Wilderness

Operated by Collette

National Parks of America

From

CAD 7,599

Duration

12 days

Countries

United States

Activity

moderate

Rating

4.7 · 950 reviewsvia Collette

The adventure

At a glance

Duration

12 days

Route

→

Countries

United States

Activity level

moderate

Style

National Parks & Wilderness

Day by day

Explore the breathtaking rock formations and winding river of Smith Rock State Park on a sunny summer day.

Your journey through

United States

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12-day itinerary

Day 1Scottsdale, ArizonaJourney through 5 of America’s most incredible national parks. Arrive today in Arizona and enjoy the old west charm of Scottsdale. This evening, join your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner.

Journey through 5 of America’s most incredible national parks. Arrive today in Arizona and enjoy the old west charm of Scottsdale. This evening, join your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner.

Day 2Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand CanyonBegin the day with a visit to the artists' colony of Sedona and see the amazing rock formations that change hue with each turn in the road. Afterward, travel through the beautiful scenery before arriving at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the spectacular Grand Canyon. Upon arrival, relax at one of the many public seating areas overlooking the immense and colourful canyon. Take a moment to reflect as you stand in awe of this iconic natural treasure. This evening, you’re free to explore Grand Canyon Village and the South Rim on your own.

Golfer practicing swing with scenic mountain and palm tree backdrop, outdoors.

Scottsdale

Begin the day with a visit to the artists' colony of Sedona and see the amazing rock formations that change hue with each turn in the road. Afterward, travel through the beautiful scenery before arriving at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the spectacular Grand Canyon. Upon arrival, relax at one of the many public seating areas overlooking the immense and colourful canyon. Take a moment to reflect as you stand in awe of this iconic natural treasure. This evening, you’re free to explore Grand Canyon Village and the South Rim on your own.

Day 3Grand Canyon - Bryce Canyon National ParkThis morning, enjoy time exploring the South Rim of the Grand Canyon before heading north towards Bryce Canyon National Park. En route you’ll enjoy a stop at the famous Cameron Trading Post as well as the Glen Canyon Dam overlooking Lake Powell.

Stunning aerial view of Tarn Gorge with cliffs and river in La Malène, France.

Grand Canyon

This morning, enjoy time exploring the South Rim of the Grand Canyon before heading north towards Bryce Canyon National Park. En route you’ll enjoy a stop at the famous Cameron Trading Post as well as the Glen Canyon Dam overlooking Lake Powell.

Day 4Bryce Canyon National Park - Springdale, UtahToday, explore Bryce Canyon National Park, truly one of the most spectacular scenic wonders of the world. The formations within the park, called hoodoos, are the creation of wind and water erosion. Iron oxidizing within the rock gives the formations their striking orange and red hues. Enjoy a walk along the Rim Trail, looking into the expansive Bryce Amphitheatre from overlooks at Sunrise and Sunset Points. This afternoon, travel west through Red Canyon and Dixie National Forest towards Zion National Park. Arrive in Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park and your home for 2 nights.

Stunning panoramic view of Bryce Canyon in winter with snow-covered hoodoos and clear blue skies.

Bryce Canyon National Park

Today, explore Bryce Canyon National Park, truly one of the most spectacular scenic wonders of the world. The formations within the park, called hoodoos, are the creation of wind and water erosion. Iron oxidizing within the rock gives the formations their striking orange and red hues. Enjoy a walk along the Rim Trail, looking into the expansive Bryce Amphitheatre from overlooks at Sunrise and Sunset Points. This afternoon, travel west through Red Canyon and Dixie National Forest towards Zion National Park. Arrive in Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park and your home for 2 nights.

Day 5Springdale - Zion National Park - SpringdaleToday’s destination is Zion National Park, very likely one of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the world, just in sheer magnitude and colour. Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the 2400-foot deep, half-mile wide Zion Canyon. This afternoon, continue to enjoy time in the great outdoors exploring the park independently.

Stunning view of the sandstone cliffs in Zion National Park, Utah, under a clear blue sky.

Springdale

Today’s destination is Zion National Park, very likely one of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the world, just in sheer magnitude and colour. Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the 2400-foot deep, half-mile wide Zion Canyon. This afternoon, continue to enjoy time in the great outdoors exploring the park independently.

Day 6Springdale - Salt Lake CityThis morning, enjoy free time in Springdale or in Zion National Park before we depart for Salt Lake City at noon. A drive north takes you to Salt Lake City, the “City of the Saints,” for a 1-night stay.

Beautiful view of red rock cliffs under clear blue sky in Zion National Park, Utah.

Springdale

This morning, enjoy free time in Springdale or in Zion National Park before we depart for Salt Lake City at noon. A drive north takes you to Salt Lake City, the “City of the Saints,” for a 1-night stay.

Day 7Salt Lake City - Jackson Hole, WyomingEn route to Wyoming, see the majestic Bear Lake Summit. Later, arrive in the cowboy town of Jackson and experience a fun-filled evening of cowboy entertainment and a traditional chuck wagon* dinner.

Salt Lake City

En route to Wyoming, see the majestic Bear Lake Summit. Later, arrive in the cowboy town of Jackson and experience a fun-filled evening of cowboy entertainment and a traditional chuck wagon* dinner.