Grand Canyon and Monument Valley
Travelling through Utah, Arizona and Colorado, this memorable holiday encompasses the breathtaking scenery and epic landscapes of some of the USA's most dramatic National Parks.
- A 'Grand Circle' tour of some of the USA's most dramatic National Parks
- Never-ending horizons and unique geological formations
- Visit the awesome Grand Canyon
Detailed information
| 2009 Tour
Itinerary |
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Day 1: Arrival in Las Vegas (1 night).
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Days 2 & 3: Drive to Zion National Park, a green
oasis in the desert, for walks to the Lower and
Upper Emerald Pools. We continue to Bryce
Canyon (2 nights) for walks in one of the world's
geological masterpieces. |
Day 4: A beautiful drive through Capitol Reef
National Park to Green River (1 night), with
afternoon walks along the Fremont and Grand
Wash Trails.
Days 5-7: Continue to Moab (3 nights) where we
walk in the Canyonlands National Park, a
photographer's paradise with its sandstone
spires and pinnacles, and visit 1,000 year old
petroglyphs on Newspaper Rock. An exploration
of Arches National Park, an area that contains
the world's largest concentration of stone
arches, is followed by an evening cruise on the
Colorado River.
Days 8-9: We travel through Navajo country to
Cortez (2 nights), in the Mesa Verde National
Park, and visit the spectacular cliffside ruins of
the Anasazi Indians.
Day 10: Four-wheel drive vehicles take us into the
heart of Monument Valley (1 night), one of nature's
most artistic creations and the backdrop for scores
of Western films.
Days 11-13: Visiting the Navajo National Monument
en route, we arrive at the Grand Canyon (3 nights),
carved out over millions of years by the Colorado
River. We visit the most famous viewpoints and
walk along the rim, with the option of a descent into
the canyon for those who wish.
Day 14: Return drive to Las Vegas (1 night) to view
the bright lights.
Day 15:
Transfer to Las Vegas airport for the overnight homeward flight.
Day 16: Arrive UK
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| About
the walks |
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Very much an easy walking holiday, combining some coach travel with walks in the National Parks.
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Guided Walks:
Walks are generally around 2-4 miles, with little ascent or descent. A slightly shorter walk may also be offered. In the Grand Canyon, the choice of walks includes the much harder option of descending to Plateau Point, with up to 3,080ft of descent and re-ascent. Some walks follow paved paths, others are on more rocky terrain. |
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| Dates
and prices |
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| 8 May 2009 (14nts) |
£3,299 |
£2,715 |
| 11 September 2009 (14nts) |
£3,299 |
£2,715 |
Single room supplement: £525
# Land itineraries finish on day 15.
Independent travellers who book the no flight option can join the HF Holidays' airport transfers for £20 per person return.
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
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| Temperatures |
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All departures are in months when the weather will be most comfortable for walking. The Grand Canyon and Zion National Park will be hot, but we have avoided the hottest months. Spring and autumn have similar climates.
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| Accommodation |
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Mostly modern hotels with excellent facilities.
Some are inside National Parks, others are in
the nearest possible locations. Almost all are
set amidst stunning scenery.
Where you'll stay
Las Vegas - 1 night
Bryce Canyon National Park - 2 nights
Green River - 1 night
Moab - 3 nights
Cortez - 2 nights
Monument Valley - 1 night
The Grand Canyon - 3 nights
Las Vegas - 1 night
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| Flight information |
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Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 22.09.2008 (provisional)
Virgin Atlantic
Gatwick - Las Vegas
Out 10:45 (Fri) - 13:30 (Fri)
Return 16:00 (Fri) - 09:50 (Sat)
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| What
the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel UK / USA on scheduled airlines, with appropriate
in-flight meals.
- 14 nights' accommodation in twin-bedded en-suite rooms.
- Half Board plus two picnic lunches.
- Services of an HF Holidays' leader.
- Services of courier/driver and local guides.
- Walks, sightseeing and entrance fees for the itinerary as described.
- Travel by air conditioned coach.
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