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Las Vegas & Grand Circle Drive

Witness vast desert landscapes, otherworldly rock formations and hidden canyons of Arizona and Utah on a round trip from Las Vegas.

Begin in neon-lit Las Vegas where you can try your luck on the spinning roulette wheel. A city of true decadence, there's so many entertainment, drinking, dining and shopping opportunities in Las Vegas it's likely that you'll hardly scratch the surface.

With five National Parks and numerous State Parks, the state of Utah isn’t short of epic backdrops. Bryce Canyon and Zion are just a couple of hours apart, however they could not be much more different.

Located close to the city of Moab, is one of Utah’s five National Parks – Arches National Park. The park has the highest concentration of sandstone arches in the world which are scattered across the red-desert landscape.

Spanning the Utah-Arizona state line, Monument Valley is the Wild West as you’ve always imagined it. Sandstone buttes and mesas up to 300 metres in height are scattered throughout a vast area of the Colorado Plateau.

Probably the most famous of the United States’ natural landscapes, the Grand Canyon exhibits millions of years of geological history exposed by the power of the Colorado River.

This USA holiday can be tailored to suit your exact requirements, so just let us know your ideal trip.

Everything can be adjusted to suit your needs and create your perfect USA holiday.

Inclusions

International flights from UK
Accommodation with breakfast
Self-Drive - Car rental from airport to airport
ATOL Protection
Travel Trust Protection

Accommodation

1 night Las Vegas
1 night Zion
1 night Bryce Canyon
1 night Capitol Reef
2 nights Moab
1 night Monument Valley
2 nights Lake Powell
1 night Grand Canyon
2 nights Las Vegas

Day 1: UK - Las Vegas

Fly from the UK to Las Vegas where you will pick up your rental car on arrival.

Overnight Las Vegas.

Day 2: Zion

Self Drive to Zion.

Overnight Zion.

Day 3: Bryce Canyon

Self Drive to Bryce Canyon.

Overnight Bryce Canyon.

Day 4: Capitol Reef

Self Drive to Capitol Reef.

Overnight Capitol Reef.

Day 5: Moab

Self Drive to Moab.

Overnight Moab.

Day 6: Moab

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Moab.

Day 7: Monument Valley

Self Drive to Monument Valley.

Overnight Monument Valley.

Day 8: Lake Powell

Self Drive to Lake Powell.

Overnight Lake Powell.

Day 9: Lake Powell

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Lake Powell.

Day 10: The Grand Canyon

Self Drive to the Grand Canyon.

Overnight Grand Canyon.

Day 11: Las Vegas

Self Drive to Las Vegas.

Overnight Las Vegas.

Day 12: Las Vegas

Enjoy the day at leisure.

Overnight Las Vegas.

Day 13: Las Vegas – UK

Drive to Las Vegas Airport and drop your rental car off for your overnight flight back to the UK.

Day 14: Arrive UK

Arrive back in the UK.

Las Vegas

Officially known as the City of Las Vegas, this spectacular city is situated in the state of Nevada in the heart of the Mojave Desert. Las Vegas, America’s fastest-growing metropolis, is infamous for its fabulously over-the-top mega-resorts adorned with dazzling neon lights.

Vegas pulses with energy during the day and positively heaves at night. The city’s club scene rivals Ibiza for its intensity and it stages boasting extravagant shows that give Broadway a run for its money.

This high-energy desert oasis also has plenty of history and off-the-beaten-track experiences to discover, especially if you wander off 'The Strip' and into the Fremont Street Experience in the old downtown area.

Whether visiting Las Vegas for the casinos, the poolside cocktails, the all-you-can-eat buffets, or the wild parties and crazy characters, Sin City has got you covered.

Zion National Park

Located in southwestern Utah, Zion National Park is an impressive nature reserve characterised by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs.

The park’s unique geography allows for unusual plant and animal diversity including 289 species of birds, 75 species of mammals, and 32 species of reptiles.

Visitors can look forward to exploring Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, which leads to forest trails along the beautiful Virgin River.

This river flows to the Emerald Pools, which feature spectacular waterfalls and a lovely hanging garden. Also along the river, partly through deep chasms, runs the Zion Narrows, one of the world's best slot canyon hikes.

This adventurous route involves a fair amount of wading and swimming in addition to hiking. Other popular outdoor activities on offer include kayaking, bird watching, and visiting the historic Zion National Park lodge, built in 1924.

Bryce Canyon National Park

Located in southwestern Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park was established to protect Bryce canyon - a collection of giant natural amphitheatres along the eastern side of the Paunsaugunt Plateau.

The park is known for its crimson-coloured 'hoodoos', which are spire-shaped rock formations stretching across the expansive landscape.

Visitors can look forward to some spectacular scenery and countless recreational opportunities such as hiking and horse riding in the summer and cross-country skiing and sleigh rides in the winter.

Not-to-be-missed are the viewpoints at sunset and sunrise, the most popular of which are Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point and Bryce Point.

Other well-known attractions include the Rim hiking trail and the waterfall at Mossy Cave.

Capitol Reef National Park

Capitol Reef National Park is located in south-central Utah. This small but stunning protected area features a rocky desert landscape, and is centred around the geological feature known as Waterpocket Fold, a spiny ridge (called a monocline) which runs the length of the Park from Thousand Lake Mountain to Lake Powell.

Visitors can look forward to enjoying scenic drives (Grand Wash) and fantastic hiking trails (Rim Overlook, Cohab Canyon) through the magnificent area, where colourful cliffs and crags rise starkly from the ground in a manner that resembles a coral reef.

There are a range of camping options available at Capitol Reef National Park, in addition to a number of small nearby towns (Torrey, Caineville, Hanksville) offering lodging, shopping and other tourist amenities.

Moab

An oasis of bustling activity in a vast expanse of desert, Moab in southern Utah is a prime adventurer’s hub. Use the town as a base camp to freshen up after day trips to Arches or Canyonlands National Parks – you’ll find plenty of accommodation and late-night shopping.

Over the US summer, the area fills up with 4x4 enthusiasts eager to join the annual Moab Jeep Safari, mountain bikers lured by the extensive trails in the area, and other fans of rugged living.

Thrill-seekers can go rock climbing, white-water rafting in Westwater Canyon, kayaking, hiking and backpacking. Visitors are encouraged to use existing trails to preserve the desert lands.

For a more laid-back experience, pop into Hole ’n the Rock, or take in the surprise offerings at the Moab Museum of Film and Western Heritage.

Monument Valley

In San Juan County in the southeastern corner of Utah, lies the vast, wild and sunbaked desert plane of Monument Valley.

This red-sand desert region is known for its towering sandstone buttes and forms part of the lands sacred to the Navajo Nation.

In this area, the stars of the Milky Way can be seen exceptionally clearly at night. Visitors can enjoy hiking, jeep tours, horse riding and stargazing on their own or escorted and narrated by Navajo guides.

Top activities also include touring the Monument Valley Drive for spectacular views of the landscape, hiking the Wildcat Trail for closer views of the buttes, learning more about the area at the Goulding Film and Cultural History Museum, and watching the sunrise from one of the many viewpoints.

Lake Powell

Straddling the border of Utah and Arizona, Lake Powell is a popular destination for leisure tourists and watersport fanatics.

The lake’s otherworldly landscape features magnificent red-rock canyon walls, golden sand beaches, deep blue water and a stunning night sky.

Boating is the most popular activity in the area which is known for its lively houseboating scene. Many visitors arrive with a boat, rent a boat or take guided cruises from one of the marinas out to explore the the secluded coves and wide open bays.

Other lake activities include swimming, fishing, kayaking, scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, and hiking.

With almost 3200 km of glorious coastline, endless days of sunshine, warm water, wonderful weather, and some of the most dramatic scenery in the west, Lake Powell is the ultimate water playground for both adults and children alike.

Grand Canyon National Park

Situated in the northwest corner of Arizona, the Grand Canyon National Park welcomes around 5 million visitors a year.

Nature and animal lovers, scientists, geologists and archaeologists continue to be mesmerised by the imposing beauty and splendour of its massive layered-rock canyons, river tributaries, fauna and flora, and historical significance.

Your touring options are endless: a drive along the incredibly scenic South Rim; a two-day mule trip down to the bottom of the canyon; hiking trails; helicopter or hot-air balloon tours; or white-water rafting down the Colorado River.

The park is home to around 500 species of animals and birds, including the endangered Californian condor, and six types of rattlesnakes.