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Grand Canyon Self-Drive
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A Fly-drive holiday in Arizona |
Ref: US06
9 days
from £735 (minimum 2 passengers)
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One of the Worlds best-known attractions, the Grand Canyon is an awesome spectacle of quite breathtaking proportions. Over a mile deep at one point, it offers a wealth of pursuits from scenic drives and walks along the rim to helicopter rides and more strenuous hikes down to the Canyon bottom. The South Rim is open all year round and can easily be reached by car via Flagstaff, Williams and Sedona.
This trip takes you on a journey through three of America's wildest States - Arizona, New Mexico and Utah, exploring the canyons fo the Wild West. Experience the cactus dotted deserts, the red rock beauty of Sedona, the cosmopolitan sprawl of Phoenix and it's suburb Scottsdale with many renowned worldclass hotels and golf courses and the sublime beauty of Monument Valley. In contrast the Old West Country is where the traditional west comes alive from the desert city of Tucson, to the authentic dude ranches, offering horseback riding, hiking, swimming, adventure and mouth watering cuisine.
This self-drive holiday can be combined with a stay on a ranch, learning to ride, improving your riding skills, or just enjoying the hospitality of the Wild West cowboys. Please note that the price does not include international flights. We have a comprehensive range of flights from regional airports to the USA which can be tailored to meet your requirements. |
Day 1 | Arrive Phoenix. Collect rental car. Overnight at Papago Inn. | Day 2 | Free morning to explore Phoenix Afternoon depart Phoenix heading to the Red Rock Country of Sedona, stopping en-route to enjoy a quick look around picturesque Oak Creek Canyon. Overnight at Poco Diablo Resort, Sedona. Approx 119 Miles. | Day 3 | Depart after breakfast for drive north to Grand Canyon - one of the wonders of the world. Upon arrival South Rim in Grand Canyon National Park explore the 'Rim Walk', visit the Native American Indian Trading Post and the Grand Canyon souvenir shop, or just sit and marvel at the incredible view. Overnight at Yavapai West Hotel. Approx 108 Miles. | Day 4 | After breakfast depart the Grand Canyon area and head towards scenic Lake Powell. Whilst in this area visit Canyon Dam, try a boat or jeep tour, there are also plenty of opportunities to bike in this area as well as shop. Overnight at Wahweap Lodge. Approx 137 Miles. | Day 5 | Depart hotel after breakfast, drive to Monument Valley. Monument Valley is awe, inspiring with its incredible vast emptiness only punctuated by the occasional towering butte. Many television commercials and films have been shot here such as Thelma and Louise and more recently Forrest Gump. Overnight at Gouldings Lodge. Approx 115 Miles. | Day 6 | Depart for Canyon de Chelly. Canyon De Chelly National Monument offers visitors the chance to learn about Southwestern Indian history from the earliest settlers to the Navajo's that live there now. Overnight at Holiday Inn. Approx 115 Miles. | Day 7 | Depart for Holbrook. Set on historic Route 66 (now Interstate 40) Holbrook is the frontier town for modern day explorers. Just 28 miles away from the Petrified Forest and a great base for a tour of Navajo, Hopi and Apache country. Overnight at Holiday Inn Express. Approx 135 Miles. | Day 8 | Depart for Globe. Silver is what brought the people to the town of Globe, Arizona, but it was copper that kept them there. Many of the mines are still in operation today. An interesting little place to explore and shop. Overnight at Noftsger Hill Inn. Approx 135 Miles | Day 9 | Depart for journey back to Phoenix. Drop rental car. Approx 78 miles. |
Departures Between | Price from | Sept, Oct 03 | *£735 | Jul, Aug 03 | *£755 | Available all year. Please request a quote for other dates. | *£0 | | *Prices subject to confirmation |
Price is per person based on two people sharing and includes:
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Personalized driving itinerary
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Car hire based on a Group B Avis vehicle.
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Accommodation on bed and breakfast basis
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24 hour emergency back up
Not included: International flights, main meals, petrol, drinks and other personal expenditure. This holiday is offered by and booked through Ranch America ATOL 3402 and ABTAV5501 and is a member of the Dude Ranchers Association.
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Grand Canyon Self-Drive
A Fly-drive holiday in Arizona
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