7-Day Camping Tour: Bryce Canyon, Salt Lake City, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountains and Snow Canyon from Las Vegas

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks on this 7-day camping adventure from Las Vegas! See wildlife including bears, bison and wolves, and go on extended hikes and learn about the geologic forces that have created the rock formations and volcanic features you encounter. You'll also tour Salt Lake City's famous Mormon Tabernacle and the Provo River region. Enjoy 5 nights of camping and 1 night of hotel accommodations, as well as almost all meals during your journey (additional charge applies).

This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a more relaxed and intimate experience.

Itinerary

Day 1: Las Vegas – Bryce Canyon National Park via Cedar Breaks

Pass By: Ellis Island Casino & Brewery, 4178 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89109-4568
Meet your small group and guide at 8am, and travel by comfortable minibus from Las Vegas to Utah.

Stop At: Cedar Breaks National Monument, State Highway 143, Cedar City, UT 84720
Arrive at Cedar Breaks National Monument. View this lovely canyon from its rim at 10,000 feet (3,000 meters), admiring the lava flows and Sevier River Valley below.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bryce Canyon National Park, UT
Savor a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, walk along the rim of the park's Amphitheater area to admire its distinctive red rock spires, or hoodoos. Or, hike down into the canyon to get a closer look at these vibrant formations. Through a ranger program, learn all about the fascinating geology of this gorgeous national park.

At night, help your group prepare a barbecue meal at your campfire and savor it under the stars. Relax in the outdoor hot tub before settling into your tent at a campground in Bryce City, Utah.
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ruby's Campground in Bryce Canyon City, Utah

Day 2: Bryce Canyon National Park — Salt Lake City

Pass By: Great Salt Lake, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Head north to Salt Lake City and spend the day learning about the history of Utah's capital city and the Mormon religion. See the Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere.

Stop At: Salt Lake Tabernacle, N West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150, USA
Visit the Mormon Tabernacle, home to the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir. You'll also see the State Capital Building and the territorial governor's mansion of Brigham Young — the founder of Salt Lake City and a leader in the Mormon religion.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Shilo Inn Suites or similar in Salt Lake City, Utah

Day 3: Salt Lake City — Grand Tetons National Park — Jackson

Stop At: Grand Teton National Park, North Of Jackson Wyoming, WY
Today, make your way to the breathtaking landscapes of Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. Marvel at craggy, snow-capped peaks; crystal-clear lakes; and an abundance of wildlife as you explore this amazing park.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jenny Lake Trail, Jenny Lake, Grand Teton National Park, WY
Hike deep into the Teton Range to Inspiration Point, or take a scenic stroll around Jenny Lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch, keeping your eyes peeled for moose or even a grizzly bear! Depending on the weather, you may also enjoy a scenic boat ride on Jenny Lake.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp inside Grand Teton National Park

Day 4: Jackson — Yellowstone National Park

Stop At: Yellowstone National Park, WY
Savor breakfast before traveling to Yellowstone National Park, America's first and foremost national park.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Old Faithful, Center Loop Road, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
Established in 1872, this wild, sprawling park is home to many of the world's geysers, including Old Faithful. Delight in this famous geyser, which spouts on an amazingly regular schedule.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, WY
Observe other volcanic features such as hot springs including the Grand Prismatic Spring, mud pots and fumaroles.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Great Loop Road at Canyon Village, Yellowstone National Park, WY
Admire the impressive Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and learn about the natural forces that created this region from your guide.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mammoth Hot Springs, 1 Grand Loop Road, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
Keep your camera ready for sightings of grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk, and take a dip in the Mammoth Hot Springs to finish off your day. After dinner, retire to your campsite in West Yellowstone, Montana.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp Yellowstone or similar in West Yellowstone, Montana

Day 5: Yellowstone National Park

Stop At: Yellowstone National Park, WY
Continue to discover Yellowstone with your guide. Go on hikes ranging from easy to moderate and 2 to 5 miles (3 to 8 km) in length, and see more spectacular volcanic features. Your guide will tailor hikes to your group's abilities and interests.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center, 201 South Canyon, West Yellowstone, MT 59758
Today you will also visit Yellowstone's Grizzly Bear and Wolf Discovery Center (at own expense, approx USD$11) where you will observe these animals and learn about their impact on the Yellowstone ecosystem.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp Yellowstone or similar in West Yellowstone, Montana

Day 6: Yellowstone National Park — Rocky Mountains

Stop At: Bridal Veil Falls, Provo Canyon, Provo, UT
Today, you'll head back to Utah to explore the Provo River region. See dramatic canyons and Utah Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Utah. Take an easy path for a close-up view of Bridal Veil Falls, which plunges 607 feet (185 meters) into the Provo River.

Or try a more strenuous hike to Y Mountain, Cascade Springs or Rock Canyon. Enjoy a barbecue feast for dinner before hunkering down for the last night of your tour.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Provo Lakeside Rocky Mountain Campground or similar in Provo, Utah

Day 7: Rocky Mountains and Snow Canyon — Las Vegas

Stop At: Snow Canyon State Park, 1002 N. Snow Canyon Road, UT 84738
After breakfast, board your minibus for the ride back to Las Vegas. On the way, you will have a chance to explore the trails and dunes of beautiful Snow Canyon which are surrounded by ancient lava flows and red Navajo sandstone.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Ellis Island Casino & Brewery, 4178 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89109-4568
Your 7-day camping trip to some of America's most beloved national parks concludes in Las Vegas in late afternoon.

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