Grand Canyon Trekking Tour, USA Trails
Introduction
10 Day Tour
Choose your own pace and enjoy the quiet perspective of the
trail whilst experiencing the spectacular wonders of nature in the
great American Southwest!
Leaving Las Vegas, we begin this tour with a short drive
through the Mojave Desert into Utah, where we get as close to the
soul of Zion National Park as the soles of your shoes will allow.
Choose from an assortment of short and beautiful trails to warm up
your legs (Emerald Pools, Canyon Overlook, Gateway to the Narrows)
or indulge in a longer hike to Angel's Landing, which rewards you
with an overwhelmingly amazing vista. If weather conditions permit,
you may choose to hike deep into the Zion Narrows itself.
In Bryce Canyon National Park, walk the Queen's Garden/Navajo
Loop trail, where the countless spires, pinnacles and hoodoos of
this spectacular canyon make an indelible impression on the mind.
Arches National Park offers leisurely hikes through spectacular
sandstone landscapes with colourful names like the Fiery Furnace
and Devil’s Garden.
In summer, some may choose to spend the afternoon "off the
trail" floating on the nearby Colorado River, while winter visitors
may want to experience the charms of Moab - the small eclectic town
that serves as the gateway to both Arches and Canyonlands National
Parks. The next day is devoted to visiting Canyonlands National
Park. Our afternoon trek ends with a visit to Dead Horse Point for
tremendous canyon views and another picture perfect sunset.
Then, on to the Navajo Nation's greatest treasure, Monument
Valley. After setting up camp within view of the famous
'monuments', set out on a spectacular, backcountry, 4-wheel drive
and hiking tour deep into the heart of the Valley. Stop and
photograph both the famous and lesser known sights in the Park,
before coming to the end of the 'road'. Our local Navajo
guide will then lead us even deeper into the park to trail’s end,
visiting sights where non-Native Americans rarely go - finishing
our day with yet another unforgettable sunset.
On to Grand Canyon National Park, one of those rare places that
no one yet has adequately described, painted or photographed. Watch
the sunset on the first night and attempt to comprehend this
canyon's staggering dimensions and power. Then trekking
the many trails, catch a bird's-eye view from the awesome
perspective of a helicopter, take a park ranger's guided nature
walk, or sit in quiet contemplation on the edge of this natural
wonder. This incredible experience comes to an end when we untie
our shoelaces after returning to Las Vegas in the evening.
N.B. Grand Canyon National Park regulations limit group size and
do not allow guided treks. The tour leaders will provide
briefings, directions, and maps, but are not permitted by the
National Park Service to walk with you on the trails.
TREK EXTRA VALUE
Half day Navajo guided
hiking & 4WD vehicle tour, and services of two professional
tour leaders for maximum support and flexibility.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
This tour focuses on
walking & trekking. Other optional activites may be available
and your tour leader will provide full information
Max. group size: 12
Age Range: 16+ (under 18's must travel
with an adult).
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Ref: National Parks Walk (FLP) - TA0003
