Adventure through the epic terrain of the American Southwest while exploring the famed Utah Mighty Five. This journey takes you through five of the nation’s most iconic national parks, each showcasing unique landscapes, rich history, and cultural significance—from slot canyons and towering hoodoos to sandstone formations and ancient Native American rock art.

Travel through Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches National Parks, experiencing some of the most diverse and breathtaking scenery on Earth. Each day brings new terrain, unforgettable hikes, and surreal photo opportunities.

Before reaching Moab, venture off the beaten path into the San Rafael Swell, adding a hidden-gem experience to an already incredible itinerary. This adventure delivers the very best of the Southwest in one unforgettable journey.

• Arrive to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) and meet your guide(s). Enjoy a packed lunch along your scenic drive to Springdale, Utah.

• Check-in to lodging before gathering for a group orientation safety briefing followed by a private group welcome dinner.

• Overnight: Springdale accommodations

• Meals included: Welcome Dinner

• Today we will visit Zion National Park, Utah’s oldest National Park.

• Spend the day hiking along the Virgin River, exploring the Emerald Pools and the Scout Lookout.

• We will travel to Tropic, UT on the edge of Bryce Canyon National Park.

• Overnight: Tropic, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Today we will explore Bryce Canyon National Park, a glistening jewel of hoodoos and amphitheaters casting hues of pink, orange, and yellow.

• We will enjoy a picnic lunch on the rim overlooking the cliffs and columns of Bryce before continuing our journey on a scenic drive to Torrey, UT at the edge of Capitol Reef National Park.

• Drive through and stop at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument before stargazing in the evening desert.

• Overnight: Torrey, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

• Spend the day hiking many trails within Capitol Reef National Park– named for the rocky towers that are reminiscent of coral reefs and its dome shape that reflects the U.S. Capitol architecture.

• Hiking trails from Fremont River to the Pioneer Register, you will learn why this is considered Utah’s hidden gem.

• Spend time in the orchards and historic village of Fruita.

• Tonight your guide will prepare a delicious dinner for you!

• Overnight: Torrey, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• As we continue across the Colorado Plateau, we will venture into the San Rafael Swell, one of the nation’s most stunning geographical wonders.

• Explore the swell as we hike into the narrowing walls of Little Wild Horse slot canyon.

• We will enjoy a group picnic lunch with a stunning 360° view.

• As we continue our journey into the Southeastern side of the state, we will arrive in iconic Moab, Utah, where we will base on the banks of the Colorado River for the next three days.

• Overnight: Moab, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Experience the natural sandstone wonders that make up Arches National Park, boasting over 2,000 arches!

• Visit Native American Rock Art and 180 Million-year-old Dinosaur tracks.

• Overnight: Moab, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Spend the day hiking Canyonlands National Park.

• Venture into the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park–the most remote location you will likely visit in your life.

• Upon departure from the Park, we will visit Newspaper Rock National Historical Site–home of magnificent ancient rock art.

• We will regroup at the hotel and have a delicious celebration dinner.

• Overnight: Moab, UT accommodations

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Celebration Dinner

• Take in the legendary view of the infamous Dead Horse Point State Park before your scenic drive to Salt Lake City (SLC) for departure flights.

• Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch