7 day Best of the Canyonlands Trafalgar coach tour

Inclusions

• 6 nights first class accommodation
• Airport transfers are provided on day 1 and day 7
• Transport by air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
• 6 full breakfasts, 1 three-course dinner, and 1 highlight dinner with wine at the Grand Canyon
• Souvenir group photo taken at a landmark location
• Services of a Trafalgar tour director
• Join a local guide and board an open air vehicle at Monument Valley
• Visit Grand Canyon National Park

Itinerary

Day 1    Arrive Denver
Arrive into Denver with sunny blue skies and snowcapped peaks.Hotel: Grand Hyatt Denver.
 
Day 2    Denver - Vail - Arches National Park - Moab
Head toward the mountains this morning as you ascend into the foothills of the Rockies and cross the Continental Divide on your way to the elegant resort destination of Vail. Follow the Colorado River to magnificent Arches National Park. Tonight is at your leisure where you can take in the sunset over the red cliffs and a western barbecue dinner right at your ranch-style lodge. Hotel: Red Cliffs Lodge.

Day 3    Moab - Mesa Verde National Park - Kayenta
Travel south this morning through a mesmerizing landscape dotted with natural arches and rock formations, framed by the jagged Rockies in the distance. Crossing into Colorado, skirt the edge of the San Juan National Forest before arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mesa Verde National Park. Continue on to the small town of Kayenta, located in the heart of the Navajo Nation. Hotel: Hampton Inn Kayenta.

Day 4    Kayenta - Monument Valley - Grand Canyon
You might experience a feeling of deja vu when you enter the wide-open expanse of Monument Valley — this scenic location has been preserved forever in classic films such as Stagecoach and The Searchers. Then wind your way through the ancestral home of the Navajo people, stopping at Cameron Trading Post to browse through handicrafts and maybe enjoy some tasty fry bread. This afternoon, cruise scenic Desert View Drive before arriving at the Grand Canyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then meet with a local expert who walks you through the geologic life of the canyon. Hotel: National Park Lodges.

Day 5    Grand Canyon - Las Vegas (2 nights)
Rise early to catch the first rays of light as they illuminate the canyon. If you like, take an optional helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft flightseeing trip to see the canyon from the sky. Hit the road again, stopping along famed Route 66 hot spots in Seligman and Kingman. Driving through these desert oases is like cruising back in time to see the classic motels, diners and gas stations of a simpler time. Then, it’s full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas where you bid farewell to your Tour Director. Hotel: Tropicana Las Vegas.

Day 6    Las Vegas
Free time in Las Vegas today where your choices are endless: hit the casinos, do some shopping or play a round of golf at one of the city’s championship courses.

Day 7    Depart Las Vegas
Your tour finishes today.

Departure dates and Prices*

Contact an RACQ Travel consultant to find out about further discounts that may be available on 1300 096 166

*Terms and Conditions

• Prices current as at 23 May 2012
• ^Members receive an additional 5% off selected departure dates when you book this 7 day tour. Discount has not been deducted from the price.  The discount is available for all bookings where at least one person in the party is an RACQ member at the time of booking
• Prices are per person in AUD$ based on twin share, land only
• Prices are subject to change (eg .due to currency fluctuation)
• Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time
• Single Supplements apply
• Further conditions apply please see Trafalgar America & Canada 2012 brochure or contact an RACQ Travel consultant