Zion and Bryce National Park tour

Enjoy the great outdoors and Experience Two of the most scenic National Parks in Utah and the Country.

Zion National Park is a southwest Utah nature preserve distinguished by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs. Zion Canyon’s Scenic Drive cuts through its main section, leading to forest of trail along the Virgin River. The river flows to the Emerald Pools, which have waterfalls and a hanging garden. Also, along the river, partly through deep chasms, is Zion Narrows wading hike. This park has a variety of hikes and views that will take your breath away.

Bryce Canyon National Park, a sprawling reserve in southern Utah, is known for crimson-colored hoodoos, which are spire-shaped rock formations. The park’s main road leads past the expansive Bryce Amphitheater, a hoodoo-filled depression lying below the Rim Trail hiking path. It has overlooks at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point and Bryce Point. Prime viewing times are around sunup and sundown.

Day 1: September 17, 2024 Tuesday – Arrive at the St. George, Utah airport (SGU)

Upon arrival meet your tour leader and take the scheduled transfer at 1:30 PM to our hotel in St. George. Enjoy the hotel with a pool and wonderful views over the Red Rock mountains. Today you will experience an “Optional” easy rappelling adventure and have your first Red Rock adventure. Dinner tonight to welcome the group. (D)

Inn on The Cliff for 1 night

Day 2: Sept 18 – Head to Zion National park.

We take the drive to Zion Park and will enjoy our first hike in the park. The hike is Watchman’s Trail 3 miles 2 hrs – moderate. After we enjoy a picnic lunch in the park. Our next hike is the Zion Canyon Overlook Trail 1 mile 1 hr – moderate. Next we check into our hotel. After time to relax we enjoy dinner in town at leisure.
After time to relax at the hotel pool and soak in the Red Rock Views we enjoy some time in town to shop the local galleries and have a wonderful authentic Mexican meal for dinner.
Dessert Pearl Hotel for 2 nights (B, L, D)

Day 3: Sept 19 – Zion National Park

Today we experience the natural beauty and Red Rock mountains of Zion National Park. We will enjoy 3 hikes from an easy to moderate level in the park. A picnic lunch outside among the scenery will be a relaxing break in between our hikes. Hikes are: Lower Emerald Pool – 1.2 miles 1 hour hike The Grotto Trail – 1 mile 30 minute hike Take a picnic lunch break Riverside Walk and Zion Narrows 1.9 miles 2 – 3 hrs, prepare to be wet walking in water – easy – Moderate After all this fun and excitement back to the hotel with time to relax.

Tonight dinner is at your leisure in town. (L)

Day 4: Sept 20 – Bryce Canyon National Park

After breakfast we check out of our hotel and take a scenic drive to Bryce National park. Upon arrival we enjoy a scenic hike in the park. Bryce offers many hoodoos to see, and our hike will be one of the most scenic hikes. Hoodoos (irregular columns of rock) exist on every continent, but here is the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Situated along a high plateau at the top of the Grand Staircase. Our hike is the – Queen’s/Navajo Combination Loop 3 miles, 2 -3 hours. We will enjoy a picnic lunch as we sit among this fantastic natural beauty. Next we will go to our hotel and check in and enjoy some time to relax. The hotel offers a pool and hot tub. Tonight, we will have dinner in town at leisure.

Best Western Rubys Inn Hotel for 1 night. (L)

Day 5: Sept 21 – ATV Tour – head to St George

After breakfast we check out of our hotel and enjoy a thrilling ATV ride. This trail is called Casto Canyon and it is just like riding in the bottom of Bryce Canyon. It is an actual ATV trail that has all the same formations, colors, geology, and scenery of Bryce. You will get to see many formations on the ATV’s. This trail is one of the top 10 rated trails in the country and is something everyone can enjoy. We then take a drive back towards St George and head to our hotel. Relax and enjoy the picturesque desert surroundings and an unobstructed view of the night sky. The resort has a scenic setting with the mountains just behind it. Farewell dinner tonight. Hotel Red Mountain Resort and Spa. (B)

Day 6: Sept 22 – Departure Day

We depart for the St. George airport for the return flight home.

OPTIONS: There is one shared transfer that will depart at 10:30 AM. If your flight requires a different transfer time, then a private or shared transfer will be arranged depending on the departure times for an additional cost $.

Cost: $1958.00 based on Double Occupancy (roommates can be provided)

Single Supplement: $687.00

SAVE 3% on the tour cost if you pay via check or ACH Transfer

Deposit $500.00

Booking/final payment deadline is 30 days prior to departure.

Included:

  • 5 nights’ hotel with taxes
  • 1 Dinner
  • 3 Lunches
  • Entrance fees to all sites/parks visited as per itinerary
  • Private transfers to all included sites and cities visited
  • Arrival/departure transfer from/to the St. George airport if traveling on tour days and required times
  • Welcome Gift
  • Tour Leader/Guide
  • Professional tour planning services
  • Fees for all included tours
  • Hotel Taxes

Not Included:

  • Airfare into St. George, Utah
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Tips for guides/tour leader
  • Room charges such as calls, mini bar, laundry, room service
  • All personal expenses
  • Travel insurance. REQUIRED
  • Any additional tours or expenses not listed in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers if arriving at different times or different days
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Visitors from Canada and other countries need a valid passport. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you intend to leave your country. Make sure you check your passport expiry date at least 2 months prior to travel. Before traveling abroad it’s a good idea to make two photocopies of your passport, driver’s license and credit cards. Leave one copy at home with a friend or family member and another bring with you.

Utah is in the Mountain Time Zone. They are 2 hours behind NYC.

Utah has mild weather with low humidity. Nature lovers relish Fall in Utah when crowds are less and the weather is still refreshing. The temperatures, ranging from the mid-80s to the low 80s, make for ideal hiking weather. Evening temperatures are a bit mid to high 50’s.

The US currency is the dollar.

US Standard Voltage is the 120 V. Most hotels provide hairdryers.

Utah sales tax is 4.95%.

Medium to Strong – During this Tour, we will travel by private van sometimes for a few hours at a time with comfort stops along the way. To be able to fully enjoy the tour and participate in scheduled activities, you need to be able to walk/hike at a leisurely pace, up to 3 or 5 miles on some days, many times this is on dirt or uneven surfaces. You should be able to stand unassisted for up to 30 minutes at times during the tours. This trip does have many hikes, and most are easy or moderate hikes with rest stops along the way. This trip is pretty easy for the average person however if you can’t or choose not to participate in certain activities this is at your own discretion. However, it cannot affect the groups participation nor can any tours or activities or refunds be offered or changed due to an individual not being able or not wanting to participate in any activities. Please be prepared to hike for several hours each day. While there are some stops along the way you need to be prepared for this level of activity.

The following items are suggested to help make your tour run smoothly. Good walking shoes, hiking shoes or hiking sandals. (Hiking boots not needed) Travel purse with a shoulder strap, small backpack to use during the day for hikes or a Camelback. Refillable Water Bottle, Sports bras, P. J’s, Light weight sweater, jacket for cool evenings. All toiletries needed to a minimum. Hotels provide hair dryers, soap, shampoo, sometimes conditioner. Clothing needs to be cool/warm weather clothing, Evenings are cooler: For Day yoga pants or leggings, long and short sleeved tops. Most days you are hiking so bring comfortable stretchy clothes and layers to protect against bugs or scraps. Bathing suite. Evening is casual with pants, jeans, long or short sleeved tops. Dressing in layers is always good.

Any medications you think you need, Camera, Phone, I Pad or Computer, Chargers and extra batteries you need, Any jewelry (costume jewelry is recommended when traveling), Passport, Cash, Pen, Book, Change of clothes, Scarf, Basic toiletries. Please visit the Packing Tips Page to help you pack smart and light. https://womentravelingtheworld.com/travel-tools/#packing-tips

Please check your ticket type carefully and always check the airlines website for luggage rules and fees. Many airlines are charging for checked baggage these days. If in doubt always call the airline and see what baggage fees your ticket type has. Carry on will also avoid these fees. Always download the Airlines App to use during travel before you leave home. Make sure you have your trip added to the App and that the airline has your Email, Passport and Phone number on the account and record. This will allow you check in on your phone, get updates and alerts when traveling.

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A full-time tour leader/guide with 6 or more clients and licensed in-country tour guides are used for tours.

Any tours, meals, activities or otherwise stated for each individual tour.

Any tours, meals, activities or otherwise stated for each individual tour.
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