3-Day National Parks Tour from Las Vegas: Grand Canyon, Zion and Bryce Canyon

See the desert landscapes of the Western United States! On this three-day tour, depart from Las Vegas to see Arizona’s Grand Canyon and Lake Powell, and Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. Discover the natural beauty of these canyon rock formations and the surrounding bodies of water as you tour the scenic areas with your expert guide. Sit back and relax as this comprehensive tour covers all of the must-see areas of the deserts of the Western US!

Itinerary

Day 1: LAS VEGAS – GRAND CANYON – LAKE POWELL

Stop At: Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
We start the day traveling South East through the desert and the through the Navajo Indian reservation before we come to the South Bank of “One of the 7 wonders of the world” the Grand Canyon. Tour along the south bank and learn how throughout the years the Colorado River carved its way down to the sea and created the wonderland for geologists. After lunch we continue along the canyon east stopping at some of the many Indian market places to browse the handmade arts and crafts.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower, Desert View Dr. Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023
An unusual stone tower designed by Mary Colter, in the style of Ancestral Puebloan towers. Spot the Colorado River turning north and the Painted Desert extending towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Grand Canyon Visitor Center South Rim, S Entrance Rd about 2 mi east of El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
Across the plaza from the Visitor Center, for books, and a variety of Grand Canyon gifts
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Clarion Inn Page

Day 2: LAKE POWELL – BRYCE CANYON

Stop At: Lake Powell, Page, AZ 86040
After breakfast we depart to the Lake Powell considered one of the most beautiful lakes in America, enjoy a boat cruise on the water and see the hundreds of private coves and the famous salt pillars and famous sand arches unique to the area.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bryce Canyon National Park, UT
After the cruise we head west to Bryce Canyon home to the most amazing natural sculptures of the world.

Our tour will take us to see amazing rock and sand sculptures honed to perfection over thousands of years of rain wind and sunshine.

Experience the unique changing of the colors during the sunset from one of the vista points in the park (may change due to changing sunset times). After the visit we head towards the town of Kanab.

On certain departures tour will continue to Cedar City.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanab or on certain departures Comfort Inn, Cedar City.

Day 3: ZION PARK – LAS VEGAS

Stop At: 1 Zion Park Blvd, Zion National Park, UT 84767-9402
This park got its name from the Mormon’s the settled in the area. They gave it this name after claiming that visiting the park is like a religious experience, the majesty of the mountains and silence of the wilderness make you feel like you have been transported to another place. Tour the park and enjoy a short walking trail along the Virgin River that runs through the park, before leaving this amazing area for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas, option for a late night return to Los Angeles.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.