About this tour
Discover the Southwest's most spectacular national parks and uncover rich indigenous cultures. Starting in Las Vegas, you’ll explore Zion's towering cliffs and Bryce Canyon's colourful hoodoos before winding your way through Antelope Canyon's sculpted sandstone. Join a local expert for a deeper understanding of the Grand Canyon's cultural and natural history, then head to Monument Valley for a 4WD through this otherworldly landscape and spend an evening around the campfire. Visit Canyon de Chelly with a Navajo guide who will share traditional stories and talk about their living culture. Walk among Mesa Verde's UNESCO World Heritage cliff dwellings, revealing Ancestral Puebloan civilization. Then, take a wild western break in Durango before heading to Colorado Springs. Your adventure ends in the mile high city of Denver.This trip involves a lot of walking through national parks, so be prepared with hiking shoes, a water bottle and a day pack., You will be travelling to the desert, which means it is often very warm during the day but cold at night, so pack the appropriate clothing for all weather., This trip includes time spent travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.