10-day American Southwest Itinerary
Day 1: Las Vegas, Nevada
- Arrive in Las Vegas.
- Explore the famous Las Vegas Strip.
- Visit iconic hotels, shows, and attractions.
- Optional: Take a day trip to the Hoover Dam.
Day 2: Zion National Park, Utah
- Drive from Las Vegas to Zion National Park (about 2 hours).
- Explore Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.
- Hike Angels Landing or The Narrows.
- Overnight near Zion.
Day 3:Zion National Park
- Explore more of Zion.
- Overnight near Zion.
Day 4: Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
- Drive to Bryce Canyon National Park (about 2 hours)
- Marvel at the unique hoodoos and amphitheaters.
- Attend a stargazing program if available.
- Overnight near Bryce Canyon.
Day 5: Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
- Drive to Capitol Reef National Park (about 2.5 hours).
- Explore the Waterpocket Fold and scenic drive.
- Hike Hickman Bridge, etc.
- Drive to Arches National Park (about 2.5 hours).
- Overnight near Arches; Moab
Day 6: Arches National Park, Utah
- Explore Arches. Discover more than 2,000 natural stone arches.
- Visit Delicate Arch and Balanced Rock.
- Overnight near Arches; Moab
Day 7: Canyonlands National Park, Utah
- Explore Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky district).
- Enjoy panoramic views of canyons carved by the Colorado River.
- Optionally visit Dead Horse Point State Park.
- Overnight near Arches; Moab
Day 8: Monument Valley, Arizona/Utah & Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, Arizona
- Drive to Monument Valley (about 2.5 hours).
- Marvel at the landscape of the iconic red rock formations.
- Drive to Page, Arizona (about 2.5 hours).
- Explore Lower or Upper Antelope Canyon with a guided tour (book ahead of time).
- Visit Horseshoe Bend for breathtaking views of the Colorado River.
- Overnight near Page, Arizona.
Day 9: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona.
- Drive to Grand Canyon National Park (about 2.5 hours).
- Explore the South Rim of Grand Canyon
- Enjoy sunset over the canyon.
- Overnight near Grand Canyon National Park
Day 10: Las Vegas & Home
- Spend more time exploring South Rim of Grand Canyon before driving back to Las Vegas.
- Optional: Drive back to Las Vegas and explore more of the sin city.
- Depart for home from Las Vegas
By Roraini @ Rora Travels