NATIONAL PARK LODGES

OVERVIEW

Supplying comforts and amenities in remote destinations, we explore the crowned jewels of America's National Park system. With active days exploring the best trails and scenic landscapes of the Western USA, your comfort is assured as you will stay at the beautiful and historic lodges within Yosemite, Yellowstone and Grand Canyon National Park on this true holiday of a lifetime!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Services of a professional tour leader
• All transportation by private adventure vehicle
• All 15 hotel/lodge nights on a twinshare basis. No forced single supplements will be charged. Single travellers will be matched with a fellow passenger of the same sex.
• Grand Canyon sunrise or sunset
• National Park lodge stays inside Yosemite, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and Zion
• Navajo guided 4x4 tour of Monument Valley
• Welcome dinner at Yosemite
• Scenic walks and hikes
• National parks and monuments - Yosemite, Yellowstone, Arches, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon and Zion

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

• Whitewater Rafting (in season) US$60-$175
• Great national park hikes US$FREE
• Grand Canyon Scenic Flights US$135-$400
• Western horseback riding US$45-$95
• Mountain Biking in Moab: US$45-$95
• Hot springs US$5-$10
• Western Rodeo (in season) US$9-$18
• Hummer Tour US$55-$125
• Lake Tahoe Sunset Catamaran Cruise US$45

TRIP ITINERARY

Days: 1-2 San Francisco & Yosemite National Park

Heading high into the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the magnificent Yosemite National Park on day one, we begin with an easy trail walk to the Giant Sequoias before our two night stay at the historic Wawona Lodge. After enjoying the included welcome dinner at the lodge, you will be ready for Yosemite! Enjoy a full day exploring the park's waterfalls and spectacular glacier-hewn gorges before returning to the hotel to relax with a cocktail on the veranda.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Lodge included

Days: 3-4 Lake Tahoe & Nevada/Idaho

From Yosemite we continue the journey to the vibrant forest and deep blue of beautiful Lake Tahoe where we'll enjoy an unforgettable sunset sailboat cruise. From Tahoe we delve deeper into the vast Nevada Desert for some grand scenery. At Twin Falls, Idaho we may visit Shoshone Falls or enjoy one of the local hot springs.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Days: 5-6 Yellowstone National Park

Our next destination, Yellowstone National Park, is the world's first National Park and home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk. We will explore the park's majestic wilderness and some of the world's most extraordinary geysers before returning to the historic Old Faithful Inn or Lake Yellowstone Lodge.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges included

Days: 7 Jackson, Wyoming

Travelling past Grand Teton National Park, we visit Jackson to enjoy a truly friendly and authentic western town experience. Once home to trappers, Jackson is now home to lovely hiking trails, as well as cafes and western style saloons!
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 8 Salt Lake City

The capital of Utah, Salt Lake City, is home to Temple Square and we will have the afternoon free to explore the city's beautifully landscaped grounds, 6-spired granite Salt Lake Temple and the domed Tabernacle, home of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Besides occasional free concerts, there are also nearby shopping centres and tasty local restaurants.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 9-10 Moab/Arches National Park

Next - what seems impossible - far more spectacular scenery amid the magnificent splendour of Arches National Park, home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches. This is the perfect base for two days of exploration and adventure. Endless opportunity awaits; take a sunset stroll to Delicate Arch, bike down the famous "Slick Rock Trail" or tackle the terrain high above on a guided Jeep tour.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotels included

Days: 11 Monument Valley

Next, we visit spectacular and unforgettable Monument Valley - the ancestral homeland of the Navajo tribe - America's most populous. The rock formations exceed one's imagination. Our local guide will be available to expand your awareness of the Navajos and the Valley.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 12-13 Grand Canyon National Park

We arrive at the Grand Canyon National Park for a two night stay at the Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge. Located on the less traveled North Rim we enjoy time exploring the natural beauty of the Canyon at our own pace before retiring to the lodge to relax and taking in the expansive views of the Canyon below, not to mention the glorious sunrise!
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Lodge included

Days: 14-15 Zion National Park

Our last National Park, Zion is one of the most spectacular hiking destinations in the US. Choose to walk amongst the towering cliffs, challenge your courage in a small narrow canyon or ascend the 600+ meters to Angel's Landing, rightfully regarded as one of the most remarkable trails in the whole National Parks system.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Lodge included

Days: 16 Las Vegas

There will also be time for a western horseride this morning before our leisurely drive to Las Vegas and the end of out tour. Why not hit the strip tonight for a farewell party?

Tour ends at approx 17:00 on day 16 in Las Vegas

NATIONAL PARK LODGES departing from SANFRANCISCO

You can book your trek online in minutes using our secure booking engine below. You only need to pay a deposit with full payment due 8 weeks before departure. We are members of ABTA (Association of Britsh Travel Agents) and are fully financially bonded so your money is 100% safe & protected at all times whether you pay by debit, bank or credit card. If you prefer to book by telephone, please contact our sales office and speak to one our friendly travel consultants.

Status Key

PHOTO GALLERY

Click an image to see an enlarged version.

COMMUNITY

• View past Clients' Comments



• View past Clients' Websites



• View upcoming trips on our Message Boards