 
Canyons & Beyond
An adventure to the natural wonders of America's Southwest!
Trip Overview
- Gaze into the Grand Canyon’s storied depths from the less-visited North Rim
- Wander through the spires, pinnacles and hoodoos of Bryce Canyon’s fantastic landscape
- Discover the soaring walls and many colors of Zion, cut by the clear Virgin River
The landscape of the American Southwest has long captivated artists, writers and photographers who have sought to arrest its drama in image or word. Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon’s 5,000-foot precipice, searching the depths below for a glimpse of the Colorado River’s silver ribbon, you’ll soon realize that no work of art can compare. Remarkably diverse but no less moving are the marvels of neighboring Bryce and Zion. We explore all three on this classic Western adventure, enjoying stays in historic park lodges en route.
Location of Adventure
Southern Utah and Northern Arizona
Group Size Limit: Approximately 12 Travelers
A very important feature of our adventure vacation to the Southwest is the limited group size, as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers.
Included
Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on final day, bottled water, services of NHA Expedition Leader, most gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, optional mule ride, all permits and entrance fees, all taxes.
Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy to Moderate / Flexible
We will take short- to medium-length walks over uneven terrain. There will be some elevation gain, and the sun can be intense at times. All activities and excursions are optional, however.
Important Information about This Trip
On this trip we’ll see a side of the American Southwest that most casual tourists miss. The main goal of our experienced Expedition Leaders is to get our travelers to less-visited areas away from crowds in order to experience the wildlife and natural grandeur of the canyon lands in the most remote and secluded manner possible. Specific dates cannot be booked with the National Parks until August (for the following year). Trip dates listed are likely to change slightly and will be confirmed at that time. Depending upon availability, itineraries may run in a different order.
Getting There & Getting Home
You should arrive in time to join your group for an orientation at 6:00 pm on Day 1 in St. George, Utah. You are free to depart in the afternoon after 1:30 pm on the final day.
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8 Days
2010 Dates
Sep 11 - 18
2011 Dates
May 13 - 20
May 22 - 29
Aug 26 - Sep 2
Sep 3 - 10
Sep 12 - 19
2011 dates are not confirmed and are subject to change.
Family Departures
We have scheduled family trips which are specially designed so parents, children and grandparents can enjoy the wonders of America's Southwest in a manner that best meets families' needs. For Family Departures in Summer 2009, please see our "Family Canyons" page or call us for details: 1-800-543-8917.
2010 Fees
$3,395
Single Supp.: $995
Deposit: $500
2011 Fees
$3,395
Single Supp.: $995
Deposit: $500
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars.
For an interesting and relaxing extension to this trip, consider a stay at St. George's Red Mountain Spa for yoga, hiking and more!
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