Utah's Mighty Five National Parks
Experience Overview
This scenery-filled tour of Utah’s national and state parks will have you discovering some of America’s most epic trails and natural landscapes - including Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, Bryce and Zion National Parks.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
- Grand Canyon National Park: Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at Shash Dine Eco Retreat on the Navajo Nation. Meet your hosts Baya and Paul for an under-the-stars, traditional meal of mutton stew, frybread, vegetables, melon, coffee and Navajo tea. Your local dining experience is enhanced by Navajo storytelling by storyteller and award-winning Diné recording artist Eli Secody, whose fun and fascinating stories are steeped in his Dine’ roots. Cap off the evening walking up to a remarkable vista on the very land where Baya can trace her lineage back over 20 generations.
Iconic Experience
- Canyonlands National Park: There’s no better spot to witness the power of the Colorado River carving through rocky red landscapes than at Canyonlands National Park. Take in the views from the Green River Overlook, and be inspired by the vast expanse of high desert canyons at Grand Viewpoint.
- Dead Horse Point State Park: Utah’s Canyon Country is an endless playground. Travel to Dead Horse Point State Park in San Juan County for a dramatic overlook of the Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park. Opened to the public in 1959, the Park covers 5,362 acres of high desert at an altitude of 5,900 feet. You’ll love getting back to nature making stops at the Colorado River Overlook and the famed Dead Horse Point for sweeping views of the high desert.
- Arches National Park: Nature's creations spring to life at Arches National Park, home to the greatest concentration of natural arches in the world. Some 2,000 natural sandstone arches can be found within the boundaries of the national park. On your visit, unlock all the science and history of how these 6,000 natural sandstone arches were formed by rain and wind. Take in the sights of Delicate Arch and Balanced Rock while admiring the ever-changing landscapes as you traverse the park.
- Goblin Valley State Park: The park's most distinctive feature is its thousands of mushroom-shaped hoodoos, which stand anywhere from a few feet to several meters tall. These rock formations were shaped by erosion over millions of years and resemble a gathering of otherworldly figures, hence the park's nickname, "Goblin Valley." Get an up-close look at these hoodoo formations paving your own trail throughout the park.
- Capitol Reef National Park: Magnificent scenery awaits at Capitol Reef National Park, best known for its Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile-long (160 km) warp in the earth's crust. Established in 1971 as a National Park the park today is popular due to it's landscape of colorful canyons, ridges, buttes, and monoliths. Learn about the park at the Visitor Center before taking a stroll along one of the various trails around the park.
- Kodachrome Basin State Park, with it's red tinged rock formations and incredible blue skies, just begs to be photographed.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Hello, hoodoos. As you arrive at Bryce Canyon National Park, enjoy seeing the pink, orange and rusty-red limestone spires, known as hoodoos, rise up from the valley floor. Explore the visitor center to learn more about the history and geology of the park before a scenic drive along Bryce Canyon Road with possible stops at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point and Inspiration Point. You’ll love seeing how Bryce Canyon, home to the largest collection of these spires in the world, is in a league of its own.
- Kanab: Time to climb in the Coral Pink sand dunes, and to be a kid again. This is the place to take your boots off and just scramble around on the curiously colored sand.
- Glen Canyon Dam: Enjoy a walk to the rim of Glen Canyon where you will get the chance to visit Horseshoe Bend.
- Zion National Park: Unlock geological history as you walk the paths and trails of Zion National Park, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. The lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs of this park will have you reaching for your camera over and over again. You’ll even drive through the amazing 1.1-mile, sandstone Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel built from the late 1920s through 1930, when it was the longest tunnel of its type at the time.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Antelope Canyon: Embrace today's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you hike down into Antelope Canyon in The Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park. Your local Diné (Navajo) guides will explain how slot canyons are formed as you stand in awe of the dramatic beauty surrounding.
Must-see Highlights
- Hike to Grand View Point Overlook & Goblin Valley in Utah, Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend in Arizona plus many more
- Visit Utah's Mighty Five iconic national parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks as well as four Utah State Parks; Dead Horse Point, Goblin Valley, Kodachrome Basin and Coral Pink Sands
- See the world-famous Delicate Arch from the Viewpoint Trail
- Scenic Drive along an "All-American Road" on Utah's Scenic Byway 12. Enjoy the views on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive
Trafalgar Difference
- Antelope Canyon tour with a Local Navajo Guide
- Capitol Reef National Park: Experience a world of difference at the 58-acre Capitol Reef Resort in Torrey, Utah, just one mile from the entrance of Capitol Reef National Park. From your room, you’ll take in stunning views of the Red Rock Cliffs. You can relax and refresh in the outdoor hot tub and seasonal outdoor pool or get energized in the fully equipped fitness center. Indulge in comfort food at the Pioneer Kitchen surrounded by Capitol Reef National Park and the high desert of the Colorado Plateau.
Trip Details
Product Code: 32308
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 758.1529C
Starts: Grand Junction, United States Of America
Finishes: Las Vegas (NV), United States Of America
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- All transport and transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,309 ($531 /day)
Itinerary
The ‘River City’ extends a warm welcome as your launch pad to an in-depth encounter with the Mighty Five National Parks of Utah. Relax after your arrival or explore on your own before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a dinner.
Accommodation: Wine Country Inn
Meals: Dinner
Head to Dead Horse Point State Park this morning to reach great heights with stellar views. Have your cameras ready at the famed Dead Horse Point to capture your own perspective from one of the most famous scenic vistas in the world. Next up at Canyonlands National Park, see first-hand the power of the Colorado River carving its way through the rocky red landscape. Ascend to the top of the Island in the Sky Mesa and admire Canyonlands' spectacular landscape below. Choose to continue further on foot with a two-mile hike to Grandview Point Overlook where, standing at the “edge of the world,” you’ll be greeted with desert vistas for hundreds of miles. Continue to Green River Overlook for another incredible vista.
Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Admire the exquisite natural sandstone shapes that dot the landscape in Arches National Park. Learn how Mother Nature’s magic touch has left her indelible mark with wind and rain when you view Delicate Arch. Continue your exploration with a walk to Double Arch, Landscape Arch or Turret Arch. Take a well-deserved break this afternoon or explore the town of Moab at your leisure.
Accommodation: Hyatt Place Moab
Meals: Breakfast
Get ready for the other-worldly hoodoos of Goblin Valley State Park. These mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles referred to locally as “goblins” make for memorable photo opportunities before you arrive at Capitol Reef National Park. Explore the area down through the canyons or up to the overlooks in sections of the park including Sulfur Creek, Cohab Canyon, Hickman Bridge, Rim Overlook, on your own. In the evening, enjoy the rustic charm of the Capitol Reef Resort, located on the edge of the park, offering truly spectacular landscapes and breath-taking views.
Accommodation: Capitol Reef Resort
Meals: Breakfast
Unlock the best of Capitol Reef National Park, where colorful canyons and capitol-shaped domes provide the perfect backdrop for an adventure, with the option to hike on your own. Continue your journey along an "All American Road", Highway 12, one of America’s most scenic highways, before arriving in Kodachrome Basin State Park. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the Visitor Center and marvel at the unique sandstone spires and columns known as "sand pipes," formations believed to exist nowhere else in the world.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn
Meals: Breakfast
You’ll have a full free day to relax or explore the eerie landscape of Bryce Canyon National Park today. Everyone will be able to self select hikes and walks that best suit them. Admire the rusty red limestone spires that rise up surreally from the desert floor to meet Utah’s skies from scenic viewpoints or follow one of the many trails into the hoodoos and beyond. Or, if you’re looking for a scenic tour of Bryce Canyon region, opt for a 1-hour ride into Dixie National Forest and the rim of Water Canyon Amphitheater, the first canyon in Bryce Canyon National Park.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby's Inn
Meals: Breakfast
A pink, red and orange canvas awaits visitors to Coral Pink Sands State Park. Embrace today's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we explore Antelope Canyon in Navajo Tribal Park. Our local Diné (Navajo) guides will explain to us how slot canyons are formed as we are awed by the dramatic beauty surrounding us. Then take a short hike to see Horseshoe Bend and the flowing Colorado River which has carved its way through the red-colored sandstone. Finish the day connecting to the soul of the land over a Be My Guest meal on the Navajo Nation, hosted by Dine tribe local Baya, her husband Paul and storyteller Eli Secody.
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a full free day to spend as you wish in the water wonderland that is Lake Powell. Relax and rejuvenate as you explore on your own or consider joining one of the organized optional activities, like our famed Colorado River Float Trip or a helicopter ride up to the top of Tower Butte for 360' views of the world below you. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Sunset 89 with unbeatable views of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon.
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Page at Lake Powell
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
One spectacular natural sight gives way to another when you drive along the Vermillion Cliffs and witness the striking colors as you wander westward. Arrive at Zion National Park in the late morning, then enjoy lunch at Zion Lodge before selecting from many fantastic hikes ranging from easy to strenuous including Watchman Trail, Kayenta Trail, or Riverside Walk. Or, opt to take it easy and sightsee at your leisure using the complimentary Zion National Park shuttles. The rest of the evening is at leisure.
Accommodation: Springhill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Wake up early to catch the sun rise over Zion, go for a leisurely stroll appreciating the quiet sounds of morning, hike into the canyon or just relax. You have the whole morning to spend as you wish before departing for Las Vegas around mid-day.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
It was an awesome adventure with beautiful sites and good hikes. The Tour director (*Personal information removed by Feefo*) was awesome as well.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Utah Mighty 5 + 4! Knowledgeable tour director who always made himself available and bus driver that was always open to a changing plan. Where else can you see and take a hike in 5 national parks, 4 state parks, and visit Antelope Canyon? There is something to see and do at every stop! Be ready for a hike at each stop, but even if you decide not to hike there is still plenty to see. I don’t like flying or bus tours, but this was an amazing exception! If you like amazing views and a chance to explore during a hike you will not be disappointed!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2025
David Roberts - Traveled, April 2025
Great itinerary with a truly exceptional tour guide. I highly recommend this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2025
Kenneth Hasse - Traveled, April 2025
Travel director was excellent. Couldn't ask for more. Overall, I would give it a "B". Biggest drawback is traveling with a group of 32. I probably wouldn't do another Trafalgar trip just based on the size of the group.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Well done!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Utah Trip! The service was excellent. *Personal information removed by Feefo* did a great job and was very professional and always took the time to help everyone with anything they needed. The same was true of the driver. They made a great team. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was also very knowledgeable and made the trip a fun time. It was very obvious that he loves and enjoys his job. His enthusiasm made the trip much more enjoyable. I thought the itinerary was excellent. *Personal information removed by Feefo* did a great job of explaining all of our options at each stop.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, October 2024
Amazing Utah/ Arizona Parks Tour! Our tour guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was amazing ( knowledgeable, friendly, organized & helpful)! We felt prepared for each Park experience because of the information *Personal information removed by Feefo* shared on the bus & through a daily email. Our bus driver, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, proved to be very good at his job, navigating steep elevation changes & some hairpin turns along the way. The National & State Parks included on this trip were fantastic! Arches, Dead Horse Point, Bryce, Goblins, Antelope Canyon & Zion were our favorites. We thought the stop at Glen Canyon Dam should be dropped from the tour & the Antelope Canyon tour should be scheduled to take place earlier in that day to take advantage of the available light. We toured lower Antelope at 3:30 pm. It was not as beautiful since it was darker later in the day. The meals were delicious & accomodations were very good! We took advantage of the Colorado River Float excursion & found it relaxing, unique & informative. We also went to Ebeneezers Country Dinner & Show. It was entertaining & the dinner was tasty.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/15/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, October 2024
We had a fantastic trip and we were grateful to get to see as many parks as we did in the time we had. All of them were unique and beautiful! Our TD *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was always preparing us with key information and taking care of everyone. He’s a pleasure to be around. Our bus driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* was a great driver and took pride in his bus.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/20/2024
Joan Hohenberger - Traveled, October 2024
Our tour director, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was terrific. All of our destinations were amazing and the balance of planned activities and time on our own was just right. The time on the coach was wonderful too- lots of information about where we were going and a great music play list when we were just traveling! All of our accommodations and meals were great- from the welcome dinner to out final evening happy hour. Our dinner on the reservation was so interesting and such a unique experience. Highly recommend this trip to anyone!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/25/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, October 2024
Greatest photo opportunities of all time. Trafalgar shoulfd provide all tour guides with complimentary tours so they are able to review each optional tour without having to but it themselves. Thes tour guides are working very hard and deserve some comps for their dedication. It was busy dasily time but more time was needed at Zion. It was too short a time to see very much. The coach driver and *Personal information removed by Feefo* were excellent and provided great entertainmant. I would not recommend the canyonland river light show. It was not what was advertised. The audio equipemnt was poor and two guys driving a pickup truck down the road with high intensity lights was not what anyone was expecting. This one option tour seemed like a tourist trap for the cost. All the lodging was very nice and the daily bag pick ups were very helpful. Overall we would recommend it to anyone for the convenience of covering a lot of parks in a timely manner.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/06/2024
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