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Ref: FTL-NPW
10 days
from £624 (minimum 1 passengers)
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Leaving Las Vegas, we begin this trip with a short drive through the Mojave Desert into Utah, where we get as close to the soul of Zion NP 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 NP, 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.
Our next stop is just a short trip up the highway. Escalante NM is a relatively new park that remains surprisingly untouched with strikingly beautiful landscapes that the crowds have yet to discover. The highlight of this stop is the day hike to Calf Creek Falls where a 200 ft waterfall drops magically into the canyon. In the summer, this makes a fantastic spot where we can relax and cool our feet.
Arrive in Arches NP with time to hike to Delicate Arch for an unforgettable sunset. The next morning, Arches' Devil's Garden offers a variety of hikes. 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 hike 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 then leads us up an unmarked trail - ancient steps, chiselled into the rock by Anasazi Indians, plus a rope ladder add excitement en route to trail's end, where few non-Native Americans have ever been. We begin our descent as the sun begins to set - unforgettable! - and return to camp in twilight.
On to Grand Canyon NP, 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 hike 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. In the Grand Canyon National Park, the regulations limit group size and do not allow guided hikes. 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.
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Day 1 | Departs our Las Vegas hotel at 0730 hrs. Zion National Park | Day 2 | Zion National Park
| Day 3 | Bryce Canyon Nat'l Park
| Day 4 | Escalante Nat'l Monument | Day 5 | Arches National Park | Day 6 | Arches National Park
| Day 7 | Monument Valley | Day 8 | Grand Canyon Na'l Park | Day 9 | Grand Canyon Nat'l Park
| Day 10 | Las Vegas |
Departures Between | Price from | 17 Sep 04
08 Oct 04 | *£624 | 05 Nov 04
10 Dec 04
07 Jan 05
11 Feb 05
11 Mar 05 | *£770 | | *Prices subject to confirmation |
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FLIGHT EXCLUSIVE PRICE
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
› All winter season departures (November through March) are lodging with all accommodation included. From April to October this is a camping based tour with
all fees included.
› Transportation by adventure vehicle
› Services of two Footloose tour leaders
› Winter: 9 nights accommodation
› Summer: All camping fees & equipment
› Full day hiking and 4WD vehicle tour led by Navajo guides in Monument Valley
› Admission to all National Parks and Monuments as per the Itinerary
› Admission to Monument Valley Tribal Lands
TREK EXTRA VALUE
Navajo-guided, full day hiking & 4WD vehicle tour, and services of two professional tour leaders for maximum support and flexibility.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
This tour focuses on walking & hiking. Other optional activites may be available and your tour leader will provide full information.
This tour is operated by Footloose.
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