[The Wild
West Mystical Canyon” 11/10 reaches into 3 states AZ, UT
and NV, passing through the nation’s most beautiful National
Parks (including the Grand Canyon, Arches, Monument Valley, Bryce
Canyon, Zion, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Cedar Break), as
well as a stop in fabulous Las Vegas. But also Mexican Hat, Goosenecks,
Valley of the Gods, Brian Head, Posey Lake Plateau, Kolob and
more…
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DAY 1
- ARRIVE IN PHOENIX / PHOENIX |
ARRIVAL IN PHOENIX
- You will be met by your staff at the
airport
- After which your 4x4 will be rented
- Briefing
- Evening to explore in Old Town Scottsdale
- Days Inn Scottsdale
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DAY 2
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PHOENIX / FLAGSTAFF -
191 miles |
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Your adventure into the mysteries of the Wild
West continues with a stop at the historic Goldfield mine.
Driving through mountainous desert landscape you are surrounded
by the majestic Saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert.
Soon
you come to Tortilla Flat a historic stagecoach post.
Continue
on past Canyon and Apache Lakes before arriving at Roosevelt
dam.
Drive to beautiful Sedona and witness firsthand its
mesmorizing Red Rock formations. Stroll through the world famous
shops of Tlaquepaque or shop at the many other many specialty
boutiques. Continue through Oak Creek Canyon to Flagstaff on
historic Route 66 and an evening to explore historic Flagstaff,
Arizona.
La Quinta Inn.
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DAY 3
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FLAGSTAFF / KAYENTA -
156 miles
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Day 3 is
dedicated to the discovery of one of the greatest geographical
faults in the world, The Grand Canyon. Follow the San Juan River
and an old Native American trail over lunar like terrain to Tuba
City.
The Hampton Inn. |
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DAY 4
- KAYENTA/BLANDING - 185 miles |
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See Monument Valley in Navajo Tribal
Park from your 4x4 on red sand routes and discover the scenery
of John Wayne and the famous Westerns. See the impressive red sandstone
pillars and landscapes you never dreamed existed. Experience
Mexican Hat, the Goosenecks, the Valley of the Gods and Comb Wash
back roads before arriving in Blanding (Utah).
Hotel Comfort Inn. |
DAY 5
- BLANDING / MOAB - 112 miles
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Ascend
Abajo mountain to 11,000 feet driving through the Manti
La Sal Forest with fauna and flora.
On to Arches Park and its
impressive scenery, immense sandstone arches... Evening in Moab,
a famous 4x4 and outdoor sporting venue.
Hotel Archway Inn. |
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DAY 6
- MOAB / TORREY - 179 miles
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After spending the
morning in Canyonlands National Park, we take one of the most beautiful
old West roads, the White Rim Road, along the Colorado River.
We continue
driving on steep Shaffer Trail to Long canyon before a barbecue lunch at
the edge of the Colorado River (Bring your own beef!).
Afternoon in Capitol
Reef National Park and evening in Torrey.
Hotel Go West Lodge of Capitol
Reef. |
DAY
7 - TORREY / PANGUITCH - 121 miles |
Pass
by Posey Lake through the Dixie Forest before arriving at the
Bryce Canyon, a National Park you will never forget, the jagged
spires with their fiery rocks, are astounding.
Absolutely Amazing!
The evening in Panguitch, which has a real cowboy flair!
Hotel
Western Town Resort. |
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DAY 8
- PANGUITCH / LAS VEGAS - 231 miles |
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Head towards Nevada, passing
Brian Head, Cedar Break's, Kolob trail and Zion National Park before
arriving in fabulous Las Vegas.
Evening to explore and experience
Las Vegas.
Hotel Excalibur. |
DAY 9
- LAS VEGAS / PHOENIX - 287 miles |
Head
back towards Phoenix via Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam, passing
through the Joshua Tree lined Hulalapai Reservation.
After arriving
back at the hotel in Phoenix, we will meet to share an authentic
Western evening in Scottsdale with live country music.
The Pointe
Hilton at squaw peak. |
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DAY 10
- PHOENIX |
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Day left free to
explore the city, go shopping, catch a tee-time, or simply bask in the Arizona
sun at the beautiful landscaped pools at your resort.
The Pointe Hilton
at squaw peak. |
DAY
11 - PHOENIX |
| Return rental at the airport
and check in for your departure. |
Hotel
choices subject to change. The Tour may be
modified dependant on weather. |
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This circuit "INDIVIDUALLY SUPERVISED" includes :
- Trip organization and guides.
- Pick up from Phoenix Sky Harbor Int'l Airport.
- 4x4 rental (2-5 persons each) and all necessary insurance
(LDW, Extended Protection and Liability).
- Accommodation in 3- and 4-stars hotels.
- Breakfasts (8 to 10; continental or full breakfast).
- Welcome at hotels by organizers, and their presence at each
stage.
- USA road book (Rand McNally) and pre-paid phone card.
- Trip map (maps are property of and must be returned to "All
A Dream" Tours, Inc. after the tour).
- Guide book with suggested sightseeing and activities (participants
keep).
- Western evening with live country music.
- National Park pass entrance.
Extented stay possible or add the California extension at the
beginning or end of your tour. | Contact
us.
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