Utah Mighty 5 National Parks: Small Group 7-Day Tour
Want to experience the best of Utah? Then this is the perfect tour for you! Over the course of seven days, you’ll be able to visit all five of Utah’s national parks, from Bryce Canyon with its magnificent red hoodoos to Zion and its expansive canyons. You’ll also have the chance to see four of Utah’s state parks and other amazing destinations, such as Horseshoe Bend and Four Corners Monument. Included in the tour is an adventure day in Moab, where you’ll have the opportunity to take part in an activity of your choice, ranging from white water rafting to horseback riding.
Nomad Unlimited Adventures prides itself in its flexibility. We offer a “2canGo” package, meaning that as long as two individuals book with us, we can guarantee your tour departure date. Additionally, if there are additional locations or other considerations you would like us to include, please let us know.
ItineraryDay 1: USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park and MoabStop At: Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum, 155 E Main St, Price, UT 84501-3033
If Salt Lake City is chosen as the pick-up location, we will start the tour at the USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum. At this museum, you can discover what life was like thousands to millions of years ago in Southern Utah. This museum contains over 700,000 archaeological artifacts, ranging from complete sets of dinosaur bones to pictographs left by the Fremont people more than 2,000 years ago. No matter your interests, you are bound to find something you enjoy.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dead Horse Point State Park, Sr 313, Moab, UT 84532
Located only a few miles from Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park offers a unique view of the Colorado River 2,000 feet below. While driving around, your tour guide will tell you the unusual story of how this park got its name.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Canyonlands National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Utah
Canyonlands National Park is made up of three distinct regions: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, and the Maze. We will be touring the Island in the Sky region which is situated far above the Colorado River. From this vantage point, we will see deep into the virtually untouched canyons below, giving us a glimpse into the region's ancient past.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Moab, Moab, Utah
Located between Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, Moab is seen as the gateway to many of Utah’s greatest natural landscapes. You’ll love your stay here just as much as the parks themselves!
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation included: Best Western, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Archway Inn or similar quality hotel
Day 2: Arches National Park, Potash Road and Adventure in MoabStop At: Arches National Park, Arches National Park, Utah
With more than 2,000 arches, Arches National Park has the densest concentration of natural sandstone arches in the world! With only a short hike, many world famous arches can be seen up close, including landscape arch, delicate arch, and double arch. This is a national park you won’t want to miss!
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Moab, Moab, Utah
Choose your own adventure! After returning to Moab from Arches, you'll have the opportunity to choose between activities like river rafting, speed boating, riding in a helicopter, etc... (included in the price of your tour).
Afterwards, if time remains, you'll be able to walk around the town, go hiking, or enjoy other activities.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Potash Road, Long Canyon Road, Moab, UT
Located right outside of Moab, Potash road winds along the Colorado river with water on one side, and a huge rock cliff on the other. Along this road, your tour guide will show you ancient petroglyphs and dinosaur tracks, as well as additional arches that can be accessed by foot.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch (provided)
Accommodation included: Accommodation included: Bluff Dwellings Resort & Spa, Desert Rose Resort, Bluff Gardens or similar quality hotel
Day 3: Four Corners Monument, Monument Valley and Goosenecks State ParkStop At: Four Corners Monument, NM-597, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
The Four Corners Monument is the only place in America where four states converge at one point: Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. Since the monument is found within the Navajo Nation, this is also a great place to buy locally made Native American jewelry and other souvenirs to bring home.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Monument Valley, Monument Valley, Utah
Composed of vast buttes that tower over 1,000 feet in the sky, Monument Valley is the perfect place to stretch your legs from the long car ride and take some pictures. These buttes have made appearances in many movies, the most famous of which being the running scene in Forrest Gump.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Goosenecks State Park, Sr 316 GPS Coords Parking: 3710'27.97N,10955'37.82W, Blanding, UT 84531
Gooseneck State Park offers stunning views of a river that cuts deep into the landscape, creating a canyon full of tight turns. You’ll also be able to see Mexican Hat, an incredible sombrero-shaped rock.
Duration: 45 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
Accommodation included: Accommodation included: Cabin in Dukes Slickrock Campground & RV Park or similar quality hotel
Day 4: Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Highway 12 and Grand Staircase-Escalante National MonumentStop At: Goblin Valley State Park, Hwy 24 Apx 12 Miles West of Hwy 24, Green River, UT 84525
The “goblins” in Goblin Valley get their name from the thousands of unique hoodoos, or columns of weathered stone, that dot its surface. In this State Park, there are no official paths, allowing you to walk up close to the hoodoos and take pictures. If time permits, your tour guide will take you on a hike to Goblins Lair, an incredibly tall cave.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Capitol Reef National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
Capitol Reef National Park has a rich history and a unique geology. Over 1,000 years ago, the Fremont people lived in this region, making pictographs on the cliffs that can still be seen today. We’ll also explore the remnants of Fruita, a small town established in the 1880s.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Highway 12 Scenic Byway, Torrey, UT
Route 12 is known as one of the most scenic roads in the US. This 124-mile highway cuts through steep sandstone canyons and narrow winding roads, offering incredible views that are a must see amongst visitors. In addition, multiple national and state parks dot this road, including Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef and Grand Staircase-Escalante.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, Escalante, UT 84726
The 1.88 million acres of land that make up Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is considered some of the most remote in the US. Although we won’t be stopping, you’ll appreciate the vastness and beauty of this region.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
Accommodation included: Accommodation included: Capitol Reef Resort, or Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel, or similar quality hotel.
Day 5: Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park and KanabStop At: Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
From its beautiful pink and white cliffs to its thousands of hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park is sure to leave a powerful impression on you. This park features many incredible, easily accessible viewpoints that provide excellent locations to take photographs. For the more adventurous, your tour guide will take you down into the canyon along the Navajo-Queen’s Garden Trail, passing through breathtaking rock formations that took thousands of years to shape.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Zion National Park, Zion National Park, Utah
Zion National Park offers gorgeous wind-sculpted canyons and hikes along incredible trails. This park has something for everyone: for those who would rather stay in the car, you will love the intricate patterns found on Checkerboard Mesa and Weeping Rock. For amateur hikers, you’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Canyon Overlook Trail and the Riverside Walk. For experienced hikers, you’ll have the choice to hike to either through the Narrows, or up to Angel's Landing.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Kanab, Kanab, Utah
The small town of Kanab is a common stopping point for visitors to Southwest Utah. Home to destinations such as The Wave and Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, this is the perfect place to stop after a long day's journey.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
• Lunch: Included
Accommodation included: Accommodation: Goulding’s Lodge, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Lake Powell Resorts Page, or similar quality hotel
Day 6: Wave Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Moqui Sand Caves and MuseumStop At: The Wave at Coyote Buttes, Coyote Buttes, Big Water, UT
The Wave is the ultimate dreamland for photographers and travelers alike. This canyon is composed of many colorful layers, carved out over thousands of years of natural erosion. In order to protect this delicate environment from increased erosion, only 20 people are permitted to visit each day. These individuals are selected using an in-person lottery system. To maximize your chances of entry, we will make Kanab our home base for a few days as we explore the region. If unable to obtain tickets, we have alternate activities that are just as amazing!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Horseshoe Bend, Mile Marker 545, Highway 89, Page, AZ 86040
Horseshoe Bend is a U-shaped turn of the Colorado River located near Page, Arizona. With only a 0.6 mile hike, you’ll reach a vista overlooking a 1000 foot drop, offering incredible views of this world-famous attraction.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Moqui Cave, 4581 Us-89, Kanab, UT 84741
Located outside of Kanab, Moqui Sand Caves are an exciting place to explore! These caves, formed naturally through erosion, can be explored after a brief hike to reach them. Additionally, one of the caves has been converted into a natural history museum, containing items such as Native American artifacts, dinosaur tracks, and various rocks and minerals.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
• Lunch: Included
Accommodation included: Accommodation: Goulding’s Lodge, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Lake Powell Resorts Page, or similar quality hotel
Day 7: Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Mystic Hot Springs and Salt Lake City/Las VegasStop At: Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, 12500 Sand Dune Road, Kanab, UT 84741
Due to its spectacular red sandstone cliffs and unique plants, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park has been used as the set of many famous Hollywood shows and movies, including the Lone Ranger, Planet of the Apes, and Arabian Nights. You'll fall in love with these unique landscapes
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Mystic hot Springs, 475 E 100 N, Monroe, UT 84754-4235
If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City and time permits, you'll have the chance to soak in the relaxing Mystic Hot Springs at Monroe, Utah.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing. Settled in 1847 by a group of pioneering Mormons, Salt Lake City has blossomed into the vibrant capital of Utah and gateway to the west. If time permits, your tour guide will take you to see the twin hearts of this city: Temple Square and the Capitol Building.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada
If you choose to depart from Las Vegas, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"The travel agent is not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler as a result of any unforeseen circumstances outside of the travel agent’s control. This could include but is not limited to: disease, weather conditions, criminal acts, social unrest, or mechanical failures. Guests are encouraged to purchase travel insurance."
"Itineraries may change due to unforeseen issues such as flight arrival and departure times and road and weather conditions."
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability."
"Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Pick-up - Guests are requested to arrive at the airport before 09:00 AM. Later arrivals may require changes to the itinerary and additional fees."
"At least two people are required to schedule a tour."
"Booking early is highly recommended as availability is limited."
"Children five years or younger may not be able to participate in all of the activities listed on the itinerary. If you have children who are five years or younger, please let us know so we can make adjustments."
"If cancellation occurs 30 days prior to the start date of the tour, the cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. Alternatively, we could refund 50% of the total tour cost back to the card. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the start date of the tour, 50% of the total cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. For any additional questions, please reach out to us directly."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
09:00 AM
Duración: 7 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up times according to location:
Salt Lake City - 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
St. George - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Las Vegas - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Drop-off times according to location:
Salt Lake City - 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
St. George - 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Las Vegas - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Pick-up or drop-off after hours will incur an additional charge
*Our tour guides are based in Salt Lake City, so the differences in pick-up/drop-off times accounts for travel
Airports- Salt Lake City Intl Airport, 776 North Terminal Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84122
- Saint George Municipal Airport, 4550 South Airport Parkway, St. George, UT 84770
- Harry Reid International Airport, 5757 Wayne Newton Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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