Red Rock Legends: Utah & Arizona Parks Small-Group 5-Day Tour

Day 1: USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum, Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park

1. Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum
   1h · Admission ticket included
   If Salt Lake City is chosen as the pick-up location, we will start the tour at the USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum. At this museum, you can discover what life was like thousands to millions of years ago in Southern Utah. This museum contains over 700,000 archaeological artifacts, ranging from complete sets of dinosaur bones to pictographs left by the Fremont people more than 2,000 years ago. No matter your interests, you are bound to find something you enjoy.
2. Dead Horse Point State Park
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Located only a few miles from Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park offers a unique view of the Colorado River 2,000 feet below. While driving around, your tour guide will tell you the unusual story of how this park got its name.
3. Canyonlands National Park
   2h
   Canyonlands National Park is made up of three distinct regions: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, and the Maze. We will be touring the Island in the Sky region which is situated far above the Colorado River. From this vantage point, we will see deep into the virtually untouched canyons below, giving us a glimpse into the region's ancient past.
4. Moab
   1h
   Located between Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, Moab is seen as the gateway to many of Utah’s greatest natural landscapes. You’ll love your stay here just as much as the parks themselves!
5. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Canyonlands Jet Boat Tour with Dinner, Sound, and Light Show
   
   Experience the stunning beauty of Canyonlands as you cruise along the Colorado River on a scenic jet boat tour. After the ride, enjoy a delicious riverside dinner. The evening concludes with an unforgettable Sound and Light Show, where the canyon walls come alive with stories of the region’s history, projected under the stars.
   Note: The Canyonlands By Night & Day dinner cruise is a complimentary seasonal activity. It operates March–October. subject to availability, weather, and operating conditions.

Day 2: Arches National Park, Potash Road and Choose your Adventure in Moab, Bluff / Moab

1. Arches National Park
   3h
   With more than 2,000 arches, Arches National Park has the densest concentration of natural sandstone arches in the world! With only a short hike, many world famous arches can be seen up close, including landscape arch, delicate arch, and double arch. This is a national park you won’t want to miss!
2. Moab
   1h
   Return to Moab for an activity of your choice. Moab is the adventure capital of the Southwest, and this afternoon is your chance to experience it your way. Choose one of the following complimentary activities, such as river rafting, horseback riding, a 4x4 off-road tour, a guided hike, or another locally available activity. One complimentary activity is included in your tour price. If you would like to arrange more than one activity, feel free to contact us in advance to discuss.
   Duration varies by activity.
3. Potash Road
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Located right outside of Moab, Potash road winds along the Colorado river with water on one side, and a huge rock cliff on the other. Along this road, your tour guide will show you ancient petroglyphs and dinosaur tracks, as well as additional arches that can be accessed by foot.
   
   Overnight: Bluff or Moab. Bluff is a small historic community established by Mormon pioneers following the famous Hole-in-the-Rock expedition.

Day 3: Goosenecks State Park, Monument Valley, Petrified Forest, Winslow, Meteor Crater, and Flagstaff

1. Goosenecks State Park
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Gooseneck State Park offers stunning views of a river that cuts deep into the landscape, creating a canyon full of tight turns. You’ll also be able to see Mexican Hat, an incredible sombrero-shaped rock.
2. Forrest Gump Point
   5m
   Pause along US-163 for one of the Southwest’s classic road views, where the highway stretches toward the buttes of Monument Valley. The location became widely recognized through the cross-country running scene in Forrest Gump and remains one of the region’s most photographed viewpoints.
   Photo stop
3. Monument Valley
   30m
   Composed of vast buttes that tower over 1,000 feet in the sky, Monument Valley is the perfect place to stretch your legs from the long car ride and take some pictures. These buttes have made appearances in many movies, the most famous of which being the running scene in Forrest Gump.
4. Petrified Forest National Park
   1h 30m
   Travel into Arizona to explore a landscape shaped by geology and time. Around 225 million years ago, fallen trees were buried by sediment and gradually transformed as minerals replaced the original wood, creating the colorful petrified logs seen throughout the park today. The park also encompasses portions of the Painted Desert, ancient petroglyphs, and traces of historic Route 66. Winter departures: Petrified Forest National Park is omitted due to shorter daylight hours and seasonal routing considerations.
5. Winslow
   5m
   Make a short stop in Winslow along historic Route 66 and visit Standin’ on the Corner Park, a landmark associated with the Eagles song Take It Easy.
6. Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Visit one of the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact sites. Approximately 50,000 years ago, a meteorite struck northern Arizona, creating a crater nearly a mile across and roughly 550 feet deep. Its stark, lunar-like terrain was also used by NASA during training for Apollo astronauts in the 1960s.
7. Flagstaff
   10m
   For the last leg of the day's journey, we’ll drive towards Flagstaff, Arizona which is perfectly situated between Sedona, Southern Utah, and Grand Canyon National Park. Located in one of the world's largest ponderosa pine forests, this city is the perfect place to relax after a long day's journey.

Day 4: Sedona, Grand Canyon, Kanab

1. Sedona
   2h
   Begin the morning among Sedona’s striking red-rock formations. Enjoy a short scenic visit and take in the area’s distinctive desert landscape before visiting the Chapel of the Holy Cross, an architectural landmark built into the surrounding red cliffs.
2. Grand Canyon National Park
   2h
   The Grand Canyon is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Arizona with an estimated 5.9 million people visiting yearly. This canyon was carved out of the surrounding rock by the Colorado River over a period of 6 million years, resulting in an astonishing panoramic view. We will specifically be visiting the viewpoint of the Grand Canyon which is often less busy. Be sure to bring your camera, you will not want to miss this destination!
3. Kanab
   10m
   Finally, after a full day of activities, we'll drop you off at your hotel in Kanab, allowing you to relax and unwind before the next day's adventure. Kanab, often called “Little Hollywood” for its long history as a filming location for Western movies and television productions.

Day 5: Zion National Park, and Salt Lake City/Las Vegas

1. Zion National Park
   1h 30m
   Enter Zion National Park from the east, passing the patterned sandstone of Checkerboard Mesa before traveling through the historic Zion–Mount Carmel Tunnel and descending toward Zion Canyon. Depending on seasonal shuttle operations, park conditions, and available time, explore the canyon and enjoy an easy walk along the Virgin River beneath Zion’s towering sandstone cliffs.
2. Las Vegas
   1h
   If you choose to depart from Las Vegas, your tour guide will drop you off at either the airport or a hotel in Las Vegas around noon. Following this, your tour guide will drive 6 to 7 hours back to Salt Lake City.
   
   Note: For everyone's safety, U.S. Department of Transportation regulations limit commercial drivers to 10 hours of driving per day, so the day's schedule is fixed and cannot be stretched.
3. Salt Lake City
   30m
   If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing. Settled in 1847 by a group of pioneering Mormons, Salt Lake City has blossomed into the vibrant capital of Utah and gateway to the west. If time permits, your tour guide will take you to see the twin hearts of this city: Temple Square and the Capitol Building.

Pickup details

Pick-up times according to location:

Salt Lake City - 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
St. George - 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Las Vegas - 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Drop-off times according to location:

Salt Lake City - 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
St. George - 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Las Vegas - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Pick-up or drop-off after hours will incur an additional charge

*Our tour guides are based in Salt Lake City, so the differences in pick-up/drop-off times accounts for travel.
If you require pick-up or drop-off in St. George or Las Vegas, please let us know when making your booking.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The travel agent is not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler as a result of any unforeseen circumstances outside of the travel agent’s control. This could include but is not limited to: disease, weather conditions, criminal acts, social unrest, or mechanical failures. Guests are encouraged to purchase travel insurance.
• Itineraries may change due to unforeseen issues such as flight arrival and departure times and road and weather conditions.
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
• Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Pick-up - Guests are requested to arrive at the airport before 09:00 AM. Later arrivals may require changes to the itinerary and additional fees.
• At least two people are required to schedule a tour. If you’re a solo traveler, please contact us and we’ll help you join another group.
• Booking early is highly recommended as availability is limited.
• Children five years or younger may not be able to participate in all of the activities listed on the itinerary. If you have children who are five years or younger, please let us know so we can make adjustments.
• If cancellation occurs 30 days prior to the start date of the tour, the cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. Alternatively, we could refund 50% of the total tour cost back to the card. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the start date of the tour, 50% of the total cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. For any additional questions, please reach out to us directly.
• Weather conditions can vary depending on the season and location. We recommend checking the local forecast and packing layers accordingly.
• Complimentary seasonal activities, dates, and operating times are subject to change based on availability, weather, trail conditions, and operator schedules. Complimentary activities are non-refundable if they cannot be arranged.
• Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Drop-off Information: For guests on domestic flights within the United States, we kindly request scheduling departure flights for after 8:00 PM. Guests on international flights are recommended to schedule departure flights for after 8:30 PM.
• Due to the unforeseen circumstances such as road conditions or traffic, and in order to ensure a high-quality experience, we regret to inform you that we cannot assume responsibility for any losses incurred due to missed flights caused by trip delays. To err on the side of caution, we suggest considering scheduling departure flights for the following day.