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| National Parks of the Southwest featuring three National Parks
An 8-Day tour starting from $1,698
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| From sun-drenched mesas to rushing rivers, spectacular sights await you in the beautiful, rugged wilderness of the American Southwest. |
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Hotel Accommodations
Day One
• Arrive in Las Vegas with included transfers to your hotel • Meet your Tour Manager at 6 p.m. for dining suggestions Day Two • Visit Pipe Spring National Monument • Grand Canyon Lodges for 2 nights • Dinner at North Rim Lodge Day Three • Breakfast at your hotel • Tour of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon • Afternoon at leisure Day Four • Breakfast at your hotel • Cruise on Lake Powell • Dinner at the Rainbow Room Day Five • Breakfast at your hotel • Visit Monument Valley with included lunch Day Six • Breakfast at your hotel • Bryce Canyon National Park • Arrive at Zion National Park Day Seven • Breakfast at your hotel • Tour Zion National Park • Farewell dinner Day Eight • Breakfast at your hotel • Group transfer to Las Vegas Airport for flights after 1 p.m.
Glories of the Great Outdoors
America’s National Parks have dazzled visitors for more than a century. Join us as we tour some of the most spectacular treasures of the Southwest. Our ten-day tour will take us through three states and five parks, where we’ll witness some of the greatest natural marvels Mother Nature has to offer. Stand on the rim of the Grand Canyon, view wildlife as you float down the mighty Colorado River, and follow the trail of cowboys and Navajo Indians through windswept desert vistas and winding river valleys. It’s a remarkable outdoor adventure you’ll not soon forget! Bright Lights, Big City Our tour starts in that glittering cosmopolitan center of the Southwest, Las Vegas. We’ll be staying in the heart of downtown near the fabulous Fremont Street Experience. Home to ten casinos, 60 restaurants and the spectacular Vista Vision light and music show, the Fremont Street Experience offers something for everyone. It’s a fantastic way to bid farewell to city lights as you embark on a tour of the glorious outdoor splendors of the region. Natural Wonders in the National Parks The big city lights will pale in comparison to the natural splendors that await you. Our first stop on tour is the Grand Canyon. Averaging 4,000 feet deep, this immense gorge has long stood as a symbol of the abundant beauty of America’s natural environment. We’ll spend two nights on the canyon’s rim at the rustic Grand Canyon Lodges. After a day of exploration, you’ll enjoy a front-row seat to the surrounding scenic treasures as you dine at the North Rim Lodge, overlooking the canyon’s gorgeous buttes and spires. And the Grand Canyon is only the beginning! You’ll thrill at the sight of the towering sandstone structures of Arches National Park and Monument Valley, and the vibrant cliffs, ridges, spires and domes of Capitol Reef National Park. In Utah’s Bryce Canyon, you’ll see the effect of thousands of years of erosion on colorful limestone rock, producing horseshoe amphitheatres, sharp ravines, and fragile rock formations in pink, white, yellow and red. Utah is also home to Zion National Park, a vast expanse of 150,000 acres of wild canyon country. Our guided tour will unearth the gems of the natural wonderland, from hidden waterfalls to spectacular red and white sandstone cliffs that tower thousands of feet high. An Exploration of Native American Culture Our tour will also serve as an introduction to the native settlers who first made their home in the majestic cliffs and rugged desert country of the Southwest. At the Haibab Indian Reservation, we’ll visit Pipe Spring National Monument, a lush oasis that for centuries has sustained human settlements from Paiute Indians to Mormon pioneers. On the way to Monument Valley, we venture deep into Native American territory as we visit the Navajo Indian Reservation. Our visit will be enriched by a Native American tour guide who describes the fascinating history of this scenic region. We’ll also visit Anasazi Indian Village State Park, where we take an intriguing look at the lives of ancient cliff dwellers through a tour of a partially excavated prehistoric Indian village. The park’s newly renovated museum boasts artifacts dating back to 1200 AD! Take the Splash! – Southwestern Waterways While the Southwest is famous for its arid desert landscapes, no visit to the area would be complete without a ride on the world-famous Colorado River! After an included lunch, we’ll board a raft for a tranquil float down one the country’s most renowned waterways. Our oarsman will tell colorful tales about the river’s storied passages as we wend our way through this rugged and beautiful country. We’ll also enjoy a refreshing cruise on the crystal-clear water of Lake Powell. Formed during the construction of the Glen Canyon Dam in 1963, Lake Powell is the second largest man-made lake in the United States, and serves as home to an abundance of wildlife along its shores. Hit the Trail for Outdoor Adventure Blaze a trail through the splendors of the great American Southwest! Relive the awe early settlers first felt when they forged their way through this rugged and inspiring territory. This exciting tour will evoke memories of beauty and wonder for years to come! CURRENT SPECIALS: Early Bird Price on Select Tours
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up to $1,500 $100 per couple $1,501 to $2,000 $200 per couple $2,001 & up $300 per couple
Offer valid on the following tours:
Ireland, Scandinavia, Waterways of Russia, Europe by Train, Dutch Waterways in Sprintime, Historic Poland & Prauge, Majestic Swiss Alips & the Glacier Express, Rome & Mediterranean Classic Cruise, Italy & Amalfi Coast, Italy w/ a Tuscan Culinary Experience, Jewels of the Adriatic, Greece, Barcelona & Med Cruise, Treasures of the Pharaohs, Israel, China & Yangtze River cruise, Discover the Panama Canal, South American Adventure, Costa Rica,
Early Bird Savings Details:
Savings applicable for new bookings based on the Early Booking Savings schedule listed on page 6 of the brochure or early bird price reflecting the savings listed on each holiday in the 2009 World brochure. This savings is not applicable to tours listed in the 2008-09 or 2009 Deluxe Escorted Motorcoach Holidays brochures or the 2008 or 2009 United States, Canada and Mexico brochures. Reservations received by January 31, 2009 receive applicable savings as listed on page 6 of the brochure or the early bird price on each holiday in the 2009 World brochure. This offer may be used in conjunction with valid Mayflower Money and Referral Rewards. No other savings offers apply. Savings may be used on multiple holidays.
Please mention code IEB0808 at time of booking. |
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