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Utah’s Mighty Five & The Grand Canyon

  • Las Vegas
  • Grand Canyon
  • Page
  • Lake Powell
  • Moab
  • Arches National Park
  • Canyonlands National Park
  • Capitol Reef National Park
  • Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Zion National Park
15 Days / 14 Nights
March - November
14 Nights from
£2,955pp

Based on two adults, travelling from London Heathrow and departing April 2027. Alternative dates and departure airports are available upon request. Price includes all mandatory taxes and fees.

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Imagine watching the sunrise over the Grand Canyon, seeing the sandstone buttes of Monument Valley glow at sunset and standing beneath the towering arches of Utah’s national parks.

This unforgettable Utah Mighty Five self-drive combines the Grand Canyon with all five of Utah’s national parks. Along the way, discover spectacular scenery, fascinating landscapes and some of the most iconic sights in the American Southwest.

Your adventure begins in Las Vegas, where you’ll spend two nights at the luxurious The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort. Enjoy the bright lights and entertainment of the famous Las Vegas Strip before collecting your rental car and heading into the spectacular landscapes beyond the city.

From the Grand Canyon to Lake Powell

Your first major stop is the Grand Canyon South Rim. Spend two nights taking in the incredible views, exploring the scenic viewpoints and watching the colours of the canyon change with the light.

Next, continue to Lake Powell for two nights at Lake Powell Resort. Here, towering red-rock cliffs meet deep blue water. You can relax by the lake or take an optional boat trip to Rainbow Bridge.

From Lake Powell, travel to Monument Valley. This iconic landscape is instantly recognisable from its towering sandstone buttes and wide-open desert scenery. Stay overnight at Goulding’s Lodge and experience the valley at sunset and sunrise.

Discover Utah’s Mighty Five

Continue to Moab, where three nights give you plenty of time to explore Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park. See spectacular natural arches, vast canyons and some of the most dramatic red-rock scenery in Utah.

Your journey then continues to Capitol Reef National Park. Spend a night in Torrey and discover colourful cliffs, unusual rock formations and peaceful desert landscapes.

From here, continue to Bryce Canyon. Spend a night at Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel and see the park’s famous hoodoos. These distinctive orange and red rock formations create one of the most memorable landscapes of the American Southwest.

Your final national park is Zion, where you’ll spend two nights at Red Cliffs Lodge. Towering cliffs, deep canyons and spectacular scenery provide a fitting finale to your Utah adventure.

An Unforgettable American Road Trip

From the bright lights of Las Vegas to the immense scale of the Grand Canyon, this Utah road trip is packed with unforgettable sights.

Experience the changing colours of Monument Valley, explore five incredible national parks and enjoy the freedom to discover the American Southwest at your own pace.

With comfortable stays, a rental car and two nights in each of several spectacular destinations, this Utah Mighty Five holiday is an incredible way to experience one of America’s most iconic road trips.

Utah’s Mighty Five & Grand Canyon Self-Drive Highlights

  • Scheduled return flights into Las Vegas
  • 2 nights at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas
  • Car rental including taxes and full insurance
  • 2 nights at the Grand Canyon South Rim
  • 2 nights at Lake Powell Resort
  • 1 night at Goulding’s Lodge, Monument Valley
  • 3 nights in Moab
  • 1 night at Capitol Reef Resort
  • 1 night at Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel
  • 2 nights at Red Cliffs Lodge, Zion
  • Explore Arches National Park
  • Discover Canyonlands National Park
  • Visit Capitol Reef National Park
  • Experience Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Explore Zion National Park
  • Discover the spectacular Grand Canyon
  • Experience the iconic landscapes of Monument Valley
  • Enjoy the freedom of a Utah self-drive holiday
  • Discover some of the most spectacular scenery in the American Southwest

Itinerary

Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to Las Vegas. On arrival, make your own way to The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort, your luxurious base for the first two nights of your Utah Mighty Five self-drive holiday.

After checking in, take some time to relax and settle into your surroundings. Then, if you have the energy, head out to experience Las Vegas after dark.

Known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, Las Vegas is famous for its spectacular hotels, dazzling lights and unforgettable atmosphere. Take a stroll along the Las Vegas Strip and admire the incredible themed resorts, enjoy dinner at one of the city’s many restaurants or simply soak up the excitement before returning to your hotel.

With two nights in Las Vegas, there is plenty of time to enjoy this iconic city before beginning your road trip into the spectacular landscapes of the American Southwest.

Accommodation

Enjoy a full day to experience the bright lights and endless entertainment of Las Vegas. Take your time exploring the famous Las Vegas Strip, where spectacular themed hotels, attractions, shops and restaurants create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else.

You could stroll between some of the iconic resorts or hop aboard the Las Vegas Monorail for an easy way to explore more of the Strip. Alternatively, make the most of the sunshine and spend a relaxing few hours by the pool at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort.

If you would prefer to venture beyond the city, there are plenty of optional excursions and day trips to consider. Visit the impressive Hoover Dam, discover the colourful landscapes of Valley of Fire State Park or take a trip into Death Valley.

With so many options, you can make your second day in Las Vegas as relaxed or as adventurous as you like before collecting your rental car and beginning your Utah Mighty Five road trip.

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

274 Miles / 441 Kilometres

Check out of The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort this morning and collect your rental car. Your Utah Mighty Five self-drive adventure now begins as you leave the bright lights of Las Vegas behind and head towards one of America’s greatest natural wonders.

Along the way, consider stopping at Hoover Dam, an impressive feat of engineering on the Nevada-Arizona border. Take a tour, walk across the dam and enjoy views over Lake Mead before continuing towards the Grand Canyon.

Arrive at the Grand Canyon South Rim and check in for your two-night stay. Nothing quite prepares you for your first view of this incredible natural wonder. Head to one of the spectacular viewpoints and take in the enormous scale, colourful rock layers and dramatic scenery stretching as far as the eye can see.

With a full day to explore, you can experience the Grand Canyon at your own pace. Follow part of the scenic South Rim Trail, visit some of the spectacular viewpoints or explore the visitor areas. For a different perspective, you could also take an optional scenic flight over the Grand Canyon or venture further into the canyon on one of the hiking routes.

Whether you choose to explore on foot or simply sit and admire the views, your two nights at the South Rim give you time to appreciate one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders before continuing your journey into the dramatic landscapes of the American Southwest.

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

143 Miles / 230 Kilometres

After a leisurely morning at the Grand Canyon, continue your Utah Mighty Five self-drive with a scenic drive to the spectacular shores of Lake Powell.

Settle into Lake Powell Resort, your base for the next two nights, surrounded by the striking red-rock landscapes of the American Southwest. Created following the construction of Glen Canyon Dam, Lake Powell stretches through a dramatic landscape of towering cliffs, hidden canyons and deep blue water.

With two nights here, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy this spectacular setting. One of the highlights is a boat trip through the winding waterways of Lake Powell to Rainbow Bridge, one of the world’s largest natural bridges. The journey itself is an unforgettable way to experience the scale and beauty of this unique landscape.

Whether you spend your time on the water, exploring the surrounding scenery or simply enjoying the views from the resort, Lake Powell provides a wonderful contrast to the vastness of the Grand Canyon and a memorable stop on your Utah road trip.

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

131 Miles / 211 Kilometres

Continue your Utah Mighty Five self-drive to the unforgettable landscapes of Monument Valley, one of the most recognisable and photographed places in the American Southwest.

Arrive in time to experience the changing colours of the landscape as the sun begins to set. Watch the towering sandstone buttes and mesas glow in shades of red and orange as the evening light sweeps across the valley.

For a closer look at this extraordinary landscape, consider joining an optional guided jeep tour with a Navajo guide. Venture into areas that are inaccessible by regular vehicles while learning more about the landscape, culture and history of the Navajo Nation.

After spending the night at Goulding’s Lodge, rise early to experience another unforgettable moment as the sun comes up over Monument Valley. As dawn breaks, the valley is transformed once again, with the first light illuminating its famous rock formations.

From the Mittens and Merrick Butte to the sweeping desert landscapes, Monument Valley is a truly iconic stop on your journey through the American Southwest.

Accommodation

147 Miles / 237 Kilometres

Continue to Moab, where three nights give you plenty of time to discover the spectacular red-rock landscapes of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.

Along the way, take time to enjoy the incredible scenery as you make your journey towards Moab. You could explore Canyonlands National Park, with its vast canyons, towering mesas and dramatic desert landscapes, before continuing to your hotel.

The following day, discover the extraordinary rock formations of Arches National Park, home to more than 2,000 natural stone arches. See some of its most famous landmarks, including the spectacular Delicate Arch, and enjoy scenic walks and viewpoints throughout the park.

With three nights in Moab, there is also time to experience more of the area’s incredible scenery. Take a scenic drive along the Colorado River, enjoy a gentle hike through the red-rock landscape or consider an optional boat trip or rafting excursion for a different perspective of the surrounding scenery.

Moab is the perfect place to add a little adventure to your Utah Mighty Five road trip, combining spectacular scenery, fascinating geology and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore.

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

153 Miles / 246 Kilometres

Leave Moab behind and continue through the spectacular scenery of Utah to Torrey, your base for one night and the perfect gateway to Capitol Reef National Park.

Named after the enormous Waterpocket Fold, a dramatic wrinkle in the Earth’s crust stretching for almost 100 miles, Capitol Reef is one of Utah’s most peaceful and scenic national parks. Its colourful cliffs, towering rock formations and quiet desert landscapes offer a wonderful contrast to the busier parks visited earlier in your journey.

Take time to explore some of the park’s scenic highlights, including Panorama Point, where sweeping views extend across the surrounding landscape, and Chimney Rock, a striking sandstone formation rising above the desert.

You could also take the short hike to Hickman Bridge, a beautiful natural arch and one of Capitol Reef’s most photogenic landmarks. Alternatively, simply enjoy a scenic drive through the park, stopping at viewpoints along the way.

With an overnight stay in Torrey, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the tranquil beauty of Capitol Reef National Park before continuing your journey towards Bryce Canyon.

Accommodation

109 Miles / 175 Kilometres

Discover the Peaceful Beauty of Capitol Reef

Leave Moab behind and continue through the spectacular scenery of Utah to Torrey, your base for one night and the perfect gateway to Capitol Reef National Park.

Named after the enormous Waterpocket Fold, a dramatic wrinkle in the Earth’s crust stretching for almost 100 miles, Capitol Reef is one of Utah’s most peaceful and scenic national parks. Its colourful cliffs, towering rock formations and quiet desert landscapes offer a wonderful contrast to the busier parks visited earlier in your journey.

Take time to explore some of the park’s scenic highlights, including Panorama Point, where sweeping views extend across the surrounding landscape, and Chimney Rock, a striking sandstone formation rising above the desert.

You could also take the short hike to Hickman Bridge, a beautiful natural arch and one of Capitol Reef’s most photogenic landmarks. Alternatively, simply enjoy a scenic drive through the park, stopping at viewpoints along the way.

With an overnight stay in Torrey, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the tranquil beauty of Capitol Reef National Park before continuing your journey towards Bryce Canyon.

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

84 Miles / 135 Kilometres

Continue south towards Zion National Park, with the journey itself providing a spectacular introduction to the landscapes of southern Utah. Take your time along the way and enjoy the changing scenery as towering cliffs and colourful rock formations begin to surround you.

With two nights at Red Cliffs Lodge, you’ll have time to discover the remarkable beauty of Zion at a relaxed pace. The park’s dramatic landscape of sheer canyon walls, high plateaus and towering monolithic cliffs creates one of the most unforgettable settings on your Utah Mighty Five self-drive.

At the heart of the park is Zion Canyon, where towering sandstone cliffs rise dramatically on either side. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the scenery, from scenic drives and viewpoints to some of Zion’s more accessible walks. The Riverside Walk is a wonderful way to experience the canyon, while the Emerald Pools offer another chance to explore the park on foot.

For those looking for a little more adventure, there are numerous hiking trails to choose from, with spectacular scenery around every turn. Or simply take your time, soak up the peaceful atmosphere and admire the extraordinary landscape that makes Zion National Park such a memorable finale to your tour of Utah’s Mighty Five.

 

Accommodation

Unmissable Experiences

166 Miles / 267 Kilometres

Enjoy one final morning surrounded by the spectacular scenery of Zion National Park. Take your time over breakfast, enjoy a final scenic walk or simply pause to appreciate the incredible landscapes that have provided the backdrop to your journey.

When you’re ready, make your way back to Las Vegas, where you’ll return your rental car at Las Vegas Airport before checking in for your included scheduled flight back to the UK.

From the vastness of the Grand Canyon and the iconic sandstone buttes of Monument Valley, to the deep canyons of Canyonlands, the natural arches of Arches National Park, the colourful landscapes of Capitol Reef, the famous hoodoos of Bryce Canyon and the towering cliffs of Zion, this has been a journey through some of the most spectacular scenery in the American Southwest.

With the freedom of a Utah Mighty Five self-drive, you’ve experienced five extraordinary national parks, unforgettable desert landscapes and some of America’s most iconic sights. From breathtaking sunrises and sunsets to scenic drives, memorable walks and incredible viewpoints, you’ll head home with a lifetime of memories from an iconic American road trip.

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