【Hiking & Glamping & Camping & Whitewater Rafting Tour】10-Day Utah Mighty Five Adventure Tour from Salt Lake City: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Parks

Product Code: 670914

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Visit the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
    • Hike to spectacular rock formations
    • Explore deep canyons, and admire the rivers and stars
    • Float on the Colorado River
    • Stargaze in one of the darkest skies in the lower 48
Tour Code
670914
Duration
10 day
Departure City
Salt Lake City
End City
Salt Lake City
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Moab

Home - Salt Lake City - Moab

Hotel: Glamping in Dead Horse Point State Park or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Included D:Included

Your host will meet you at Salt Lake City Airport where you'll jump in the van and hit the road over to Moab, the base for your adventure in the Utah desert. After a quick stop in town for lunch, you'll check in to your yurt. Later, you will then meet the group to head out on a sunset warm-up hike to get your first taste of Moab!

In the evening, you'll have dinner with the group while your guide gives you a heads-up on the big day tomorrow. Don't forget to check out the stars before bed!


Meal

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  • L:Included
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Day 02

Moab - Arches National Park

Hotel: Glamping in Dead Horse Point State Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Alarm clocks will be ringing early this morning as you wake up before the sun to head straight out into Arches National Park- named for the more than 2000 natural stone arches scattered throughout the park. Today you'll take a series of short hikes along different trails to see a selection of these incredible formations including Delicate Arch: the iconic arch which adorns Utah's license plates. Your hikes are set against a constant backdrop of bright red rock against the deep blue sky – an iconic southwestern sight.

After enjoying lunch in the park- you'll head out on a whitewater rafting tour on the Colorado River! Experience the cooling splashes from the rapids (I & II class) in Utah's hot desert and serene stretches with swim time.


Visiting Attractions

  • Arches National Park Arches National Park
  • Colorado River Colorado River

Meal

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Day 03
Moab

Canyonlands National Park

Hotel: Glamping in Dead Horse Point State Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After breakfast, you'll head over to Canyonlands National Park in the Needles District. You'll watch the sun rise over the canyon before tackling one of the park's most beautiful and diverse trails – the Cheslers Peak trail.

The hike is challenging but you'll be rewarded with amazing big-sky views across the vast openness of Canyonlands. The trail progresses from grasslands to sand dunes to slickrock and slot canyons! Epic! End the night with a sunset at Dead Horse Point!


Visiting Attractions

  • Canyonlands National Park Canyonlands National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 04

Island in the Sky - Capitol Reef

Hotel: Camping in Capitol Reef National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Enjoy breakfast and a leisurely morning, before a tour of short hikes & overlooks in a new district of Canyonlands National Park- the Island in the Sky!

After lunch and a stop in town, your host will drive to your next destination- Capitol Reef! Upon arrival the group will set-up camp, enjoy dinner, and settle in for the evening of camping in tents beneath the dark sky.

 


Visiting Attractions

  • Canyonlands National Park Canyonlands National Park

Meal

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  • D:Included
Day 05

Capitol Reef National Park

Hotel: Camping in Capitol Reef National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Gear up for a thrilling adventure today- off-roading in a Jeep! After enjoying breakfast, you'll ride on four wheels in one of the more remote regions of Capitol Reef National Park: the Cathedra Valley district. You'll visit: Temple of the Sun, Moon & Stars, Upper Cathedral Valley, Bentonite Hills, Jailhouse Rock, Walls of Jericho, Glass Mountain.

Enjoy lunch in the park before heading out on an afternoon hike in the waterpocket fold district!

In the evening you'll have dinner with the group and enjoy mores next to the campfire and your guide will give you the next day's plans!

Visiting Attractions

  • Capitol Reef National Park Capitol Reef National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 06

Capitol Reef - Bryce Canyon

Hotel: Cabin stay in Bryce Canyon National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After packing up camp and enjoying a delicious breakfast, you'll take one more hike in Capitol Reef! Soak in the landscape before taking the 2 hour drive to your next destination: Bryce Canyon! Sitting at 9,000 feet- Bryce Canyon National Park takes you to a different dimension.

Upon arrival you'll set-up camp for the night and enjoy dinner! Take some time to relax before a telescope tour in the darkest sky in the lower 48!

Visiting Attractions

  • Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 07

Bryce Canyon National Park

Hotel: Cabin stay in Bryce Canyon National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Today you'll head into Bryce Canyon National Park for a full day of hiking amongst the fascinating red rock formations- hoodoos! Take in sweeping views anyway that you turn. Be surprised to know that the other half of Bryce Canyon is a dense pine forest- be on the lookout for wildlife such as deer, elk, prairie dogs and more!

You'll enjoy lunch in the park either on trail or near an overlook. After a long day of hiking, enjoy dinner, and a campfire as you listen to the next day plans!

Visiting Attractions

  • Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 08

Zion National Park

Hotel: Glamping or hotel stay near Zion National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

This morning you'll wake before dawn to enjoy the sunrise over the canyon- just a short walk from your campsite. After leisurely packing up camping and enjoying a delicious hot breakfast your guides will transfer you to your next destination- Zion National Park.

Upon arrival you'll get ready for an epic adventure- canyoneering! Spend the afternoon day hiking, rappelling, down-climbing, stemming, and in some cases wading or swimming near Zion National Park.

After a day's worth of adventure, settle into your luxury camping or hotel experience!

Visiting Attractions

  • Zion National Park Zion National Park

Meal

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Day 09

Zion National Park

Hotel: Glamping or hotel stay near Zion National Park or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Spend the last full day of the trip in Zion National Park! Expect to do 3 or 4 short hikes with ample opportunities to learn and appreciate why this place has been so special to so many generations of park visitors, pioneers and indigenous Americans. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the park!

Enjoy dinner in town as you reminisce with the group about the past week!

Visiting Attractions

  • Zion National Park Zion National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 10
Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City - Home

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

After breakfast, a leisurely morning, your host will drive you back through the desert to Salt Lake City in time for your departing flight

 

Meal

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  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Arrival Information】
Your guide will meet you at Salt Lake City International Airport in Salt Lake City, Utah at 9:30 am. Please book a flight that arrives by 9:00 am. 
Alternatively, you can be collected at your accommodation in Salt Lake City at 8:30 am if you are already in town.
【Departure Information】
Salt Lake City International Airport at around 12:30 pm, complimentary airport drop-off services on last day of the tour: Please book a flight that leaves after 2:30 pm to ensure you have enough time to check-in. 
Alternatively you can be dropped at your accommodation in Salt Lake City if you are staying on.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Medically-trained, naturalist guides
    • Round-trip transportation from SLC
    • All accommodations: Camping & Glamping
    • Tent, sleeping pad, & group camping equipment
    • All meals
    • Park entry fees

Package Excludes

    • Gratuity for your guide
    • Sleeping bag (available to rent for $50)
    • Personal camping gear (see pack list)

Special Notes

    • Cancellation policy:
      - 32 working days and more prior to departure date: 25% penalty
      - 31 working days or less prior to departure date: 100% penalty applies.
    • Expect to spend 3-6 hours walking or hiking  over the course of the day (and, yes there will be elevation change) while carrying day packs with water and snacks! Suitable for most fit people with a bit of hiking experience.
    • The best times of year to hike in the deserts of Utah are during early Spring from late February to May, and the fall months of September through to early November. The summer months can be oppresively hot and not ideal for hiking. Daytime temperatures in spring and fall are usually from 60° to 80°F and nights are cool. In the early fall you should be prepared for the odd afternoon thunderstorm.
    • Required Gear: Day pack (15-30 liters recommended); Luggage (can be left in the vehicle, 1 small suitcase per person); Sleeping bag (also available to rent); Pack cover; Headlamp; Reusable water bottles or bladders (3L total capacity)
    • Recommended Gear and personal items: Cotton or silk sleeping bag liner (optional, recommended if renting); Travel pillow; Sunscreen; Earplugs; Insect repellent; Toiletries (please choose biodegradable and scent-free items); Small, personal first aid kit (including blister treatment); Small, quick dry towel.
    • Required Clothing: Warm jacket (down, puffy, fleece); Rain jacket or shell; Breathable wicking base layers; Lightweight hiking pants; Warm clothes to sleep in; Warm hat; Sun hat with a brim; Wool socks (1 pair per day of trip); Hiking boots; Sunglasses.
    • Recommended Clothing: Rain pants; Buff or neck scarf; Comfortable clothes for camp; Sandals or camp shoes
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
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