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Our Price From 6,686 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 1,302 Per Person
 Trip Length
10 Days
 Trip Starts
Las Vegas
 Trip Finishes
Las Vegas
10 Day Wonders of the American West Itinerary (Insight Vacations)
Countries Explored: USA
Our Price From 6,686 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 1,302 Per Person
 Trip Length
10 Days
 Trip Starts
Las Vegas
 Trip Finishes
Las Vegas
10 Day Wonders of the American West Itinerary (Insight Vacations)
Countries Explored: USA
Trip Style
Discovery Journey
Departures
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
AWSW
Trip Style
Discovery Journey
Departures
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
AWSW

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Insight Vacations 10 Day Wonders of the American West. See the best of the American West on this 10-Day guided tour. Travel to Bryce Canyon National Park to explore its rock pillars and natural amphitheatres — then feast with your fellow travellers overlooking the park’s iconic orange rock formations. In Moab, see the ancient pueblo dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park, where the Ancestral Pueblo people once lived. Meet a Navajo guide in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you will board ATVs, explore the valley and learn about the tribe’s history....read more Later, eat a traditional Navajo meal amid the valley’s beautiful buttes and mesas. Then go off the beaten path into backcountry with your Navajo Guide. On the way to picturesque Lake Powell, stop at the Glen Canyon Dam, then lounge at the pool of your hotel. In Page, enjoy a Navajo inspired taco buffet dinner and performance. Join a Local Expert at Grand Canyon National Park for a one-of-a-kind experience: allow the expert to guide you through the park while teaching you about how this national treasure was formed.
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Insight Vacations 10 Day Wonders of the American West. See the best of the American West on this 10-Day guided tour. Travel to Bryce Canyon National Park to explore its rock pillars and natural amphitheatres — then feast with your fellow travellers overlooking the park’s iconic orange rock formations. In Moab, see the ancient pueblo dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park, where the Ancestral Pueblo people once lived. Meet a Navajo guide in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you will board ATVs, explore the valley and learn about the tribe’s history....read more Later, eat a traditional Navajo meal amid the valley’s beautiful buttes and mesas. Then go off the beaten path into backcountry with your Navajo Guide. On the way to picturesque Lake Powell, stop at the Glen Canyon Dam, then lounge at the pool of your hotel. In Page, enjoy a Navajo inspired taco buffet dinner and performance. Join a Local Expert at Grand Canyon National Park for a one-of-a-kind experience: allow the expert to guide you through the park while teaching you about how this national treasure was formed.

Itinerary

Experience everything you love about Paris, right in the heart of the Strip. At Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, see the City of Lights with the same passion, excitement and ambiance of Europe's most romantic city.

This evening, join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Dinner with wine. (DW) Stay: Paris Las Vegas

After a brief stop in St. George, arrive in Utah's first national park, Zion National Park. Follow the paths where native people and pioneers once walked as you gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink and red. Learn about the park at the Visitor Center before taking a narrated tram ride along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive alongside the rushing Virgin River and soaring canyon walls. This winding road, closed to private vehicles during the summer, will take you to some of the most treasured spots in the park. This evening, arrive at Bryce Canyon Lodge for a leisurely two nights to explore the nearby trails and vistas. (B) Stay: The Lodge at Bryce Canyon

Start the day by travelling through Bryce Canyon National Park, the great natural amphitheater. Encounter some of Utah's most unusual, whimsical eroded rock formations that characterize thisNational Park. With your Travel Director, learn how wind, erosion and iron oxidation created the spellbinding hoodoos. Opt to explore by horseback joining a ride in the Dixie National Forest and the rimof Water Canyon Amphitheater, the first canyon in Bryce Canyon National Park.

You'll then climb Bristlecone Pine Ridge lined with 1,500-year-old Bristlecone Pines (one of the oldest living things on the North American continent.) This evening, go off the beaten path and into the woods of Bryce Canyon to view the color-changing hoodoos as the sun sets. Conclude the day feasting on a three-course dinner with wine while being entertained by local musicians. (B/DW)

Experience Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, an outstanding biological resource spanning five life-zones, from low-lying desert to coniferous forest. As you explore this rugged land of the Ancestral Puebloan and Fremont people, discover how they were experts at farming. Rock art panels,occupation sites, campsites and granaries built by their descendants still remain today. Venture to Capitol Reef National Park's landscape of colorful canyons, ridges, buttes and monoliths. Admire its white sandstone cliffs resembling capitol building domes and reefs evoking barrier reefs of the sea. (B) Stay: Element Moab

In the morning, visit the greatest concentration of natural arches in the world at Arches National Park. Some 6,000 natural sandstone arches can be found within the boundaries of the national park. Take a short walk to Delicate Arch Viewpoint to view the iconic arch, a 52-foot freestanding natural arch that is widely considered the most recognized landmark in Utah. Then it's on to Canyonlands National Park fora drive onto the Island in the Sky, a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the surrounding countryside offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations.

This evening, have yourpick of a locally sourced meal, choosing from three local restaurants. (B/DW)

Enjoy a deep discovery of the fascinating Mesa Verde National Park. Learn how the park protects some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan archaeological sites in the United States and is considered oneof the top cultural attractions in the Western United States. Among 600 historic cliff dwellings, view the ancient pueblo dwellings known as Cliff Palace, the largest cliff dwelling in the country.

This evening,settle in for a relaxing stay inside Mesa Verde National Park. (B) Stay: Far View Lodge

This morning, amble through the streets of historic Durango before stopping near the iconic backdrop of Forrest Gump's last run featured in the film. Deepen your knowledge and your connection with the first peoples of this land as you travel to Monument Valley for an Authentic Cookout Dinner with members of the Navajo Nation. Hop in an off-road, open-air vehicle to the cookout site where you'll enjoy a delicious barbeque grilled dinner with a chance to try traditional Navajo fry-bread.

Bask in the stunning red rock scenery and take in the sounds of nature as you enjoy your picnic style dinner with members of the Navajo Nation. Savor each moment of this insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience that provides a sustainable workforce for the Navajo people. (B/D) Stay: Goulding's Lodge Monument Valley

Embark on an exclusive Insight Experience into Mystery Valley's relatively unknown haven of Anasazi Ruins and rock art. Explore this intriguing stretch of desert full of graceful geological formations, petroglyphs, scattered artefacts like broken pottery shards and breath-taking views of the spectacular buttes of neighbouring Monument Valley Tribal Park. A true hidden gem, your visit accompanied by a local Diné (Navajo) guide is a unique opportunity for a guided tour among ancient Indigenous ruins.

Continue through the barren beauty of the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park where you will board off-road open-air vehicles to explore the valley. This area is also the backdrop for many Western Hollywood hits, including "Stagecoach" and "Fort Apache." Inspired by these iconic movies, you'll find “John Wayne's cabin” at nearby Goulding's Lodge. This small structure was used for exterior shots in "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon," starring Wayne himself. (B)

Begin your final day visiting the historic Cameron Trading Post to pick up some Navajo jewelry, baskets,pottery and artwork. Continue to Desert View for one of the best views of the Grand Canyon from its watchtower. Admire this iconic building inspired by ancient Native American watchtowers and decorated with murals by a Hopi artist. Over this up close and personal MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®Experience, members will share stories, family histories and cultural demonstrations such as carpet weaving and traditional song and dance performances.

Journey on to Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Choose to hike along the scenic Rim Trail with your Travel Director. Alternatively, join a Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for a fascinating discussion on the wonders of this natural phenomenon, the local flora and fauna and how you might be able to spot local wildlife. End your vacation at the Grand Canyon featuring a three-course Celebration Dinner with wine. (B/DW) Stay: Grand Canyon National Park Lodge

Wake up to the backdrop of the Grand Canyon and enjoy some peace and tranquillity before the day trippers arrive. You may take an optional flight-seeing helicopter ride for stunning views over the Grand Canyon before your journey ends with a departure transfer to Las Vegas International Airport, arriving at 16:00. For those extending their stay in Las Vegas, complimentary hotel transfer to Paris Las Vegas is also included. (B)

Experience everything you love about Paris, right in the heart of the Strip. At Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, see the City of Lights with the same passion, excitement and ambiance of Europe's most romantic city.

This evening, join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Dinner with wine. (DW) Stay: Paris Las Vegas

After a brief stop in St. George, arrive in Utah's first national park, Zion National Park. Follow the paths where native people and pioneers once walked as you gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink and red. Learn about the park at the Visitor Center before taking a narrated tram ride along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive alongside the rushing Virgin River and soaring canyon walls. This winding road, closed to private vehicles during the summer, will take you to some of the most treasured spots in the park. This evening, arrive at Bryce Canyon Lodge for a leisurely two nights to explore the nearby trails and vistas. (B) Stay: The Lodge at Bryce Canyon

Start the day by travelling through Bryce Canyon National Park, the great natural amphitheater. Encounter some of Utah's most unusual, whimsical eroded rock formations that characterize thisNational Park. With your Travel Director, learn how wind, erosion and iron oxidation created the spellbinding hoodoos. Opt to explore by horseback joining a ride in the Dixie National Forest and the rimof Water Canyon Amphitheater, the first canyon in Bryce Canyon National Park.

You'll then climb Bristlecone Pine Ridge lined with 1,500-year-old Bristlecone Pines (one of the oldest living things on the North American continent.) This evening, go off the beaten path and into the woods of Bryce Canyon to view the color-changing hoodoos as the sun sets. Conclude the day feasting on a three-course dinner with wine while being entertained by local musicians. (B/DW)

Experience Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, an outstanding biological resource spanning five life-zones, from low-lying desert to coniferous forest. As you explore this rugged land of the Ancestral Puebloan and Fremont people, discover how they were experts at farming. Rock art panels,occupation sites, campsites and granaries built by their descendants still remain today. Venture to Capitol Reef National Park's landscape of colorful canyons, ridges, buttes and monoliths. Admire its white sandstone cliffs resembling capitol building domes and reefs evoking barrier reefs of the sea. (B) Stay: Element Moab

In the morning, visit the greatest concentration of natural arches in the world at Arches National Park. Some 6,000 natural sandstone arches can be found within the boundaries of the national park. Take a short walk to Delicate Arch Viewpoint to view the iconic arch, a 52-foot freestanding natural arch that is widely considered the most recognized landmark in Utah. Then it's on to Canyonlands National Park fora drive onto the Island in the Sky, a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the surrounding countryside offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations.

This evening, have yourpick of a locally sourced meal, choosing from three local restaurants. (B/DW)

Enjoy a deep discovery of the fascinating Mesa Verde National Park. Learn how the park protects some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan archaeological sites in the United States and is considered oneof the top cultural attractions in the Western United States. Among 600 historic cliff dwellings, view the ancient pueblo dwellings known as Cliff Palace, the largest cliff dwelling in the country.

This evening,settle in for a relaxing stay inside Mesa Verde National Park. (B) Stay: Far View Lodge

This morning, amble through the streets of historic Durango before stopping near the iconic backdrop of Forrest Gump's last run featured in the film. Deepen your knowledge and your connection with the first peoples of this land as you travel to Monument Valley for an Authentic Cookout Dinner with members of the Navajo Nation. Hop in an off-road, open-air vehicle to the cookout site where you'll enjoy a delicious barbeque grilled dinner with a chance to try traditional Navajo fry-bread.

Bask in the stunning red rock scenery and take in the sounds of nature as you enjoy your picnic style dinner with members of the Navajo Nation. Savor each moment of this insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience that provides a sustainable workforce for the Navajo people. (B/D) Stay: Goulding's Lodge Monument Valley

Embark on an exclusive Insight Experience into Mystery Valley's relatively unknown haven of Anasazi Ruins and rock art. Explore this intriguing stretch of desert full of graceful geological formations, petroglyphs, scattered artefacts like broken pottery shards and breath-taking views of the spectacular buttes of neighbouring Monument Valley Tribal Park. A true hidden gem, your visit accompanied by a local Diné (Navajo) guide is a unique opportunity for a guided tour among ancient Indigenous ruins.

Continue through the barren beauty of the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park where you will board off-road open-air vehicles to explore the valley. This area is also the backdrop for many Western Hollywood hits, including "Stagecoach" and "Fort Apache." Inspired by these iconic movies, you'll find “John Wayne's cabin” at nearby Goulding's Lodge. This small structure was used for exterior shots in "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon," starring Wayne himself. (B)

Begin your final day visiting the historic Cameron Trading Post to pick up some Navajo jewelry, baskets,pottery and artwork. Continue to Desert View for one of the best views of the Grand Canyon from its watchtower. Admire this iconic building inspired by ancient Native American watchtowers and decorated with murals by a Hopi artist. Over this up close and personal MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®Experience, members will share stories, family histories and cultural demonstrations such as carpet weaving and traditional song and dance performances.

Journey on to Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Choose to hike along the scenic Rim Trail with your Travel Director. Alternatively, join a Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for a fascinating discussion on the wonders of this natural phenomenon, the local flora and fauna and how you might be able to spot local wildlife. End your vacation at the Grand Canyon featuring a three-course Celebration Dinner with wine. (B/DW) Stay: Grand Canyon National Park Lodge

Wake up to the backdrop of the Grand Canyon and enjoy some peace and tranquillity before the day trippers arrive. You may take an optional flight-seeing helicopter ride for stunning views over the Grand Canyon before your journey ends with a departure transfer to Las Vegas International Airport, arriving at 16:00. For those extending their stay in Las Vegas, complimentary hotel transfer to Paris Las Vegas is also included. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Cameron: Stop at the historic Trading Post, established in the early 1900s as a place where Native Americans traded wool and livestock.
  • Monument Valley: Meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper in the natural wonders of this unique landscape.
  • Monument Valley: View the iconic backdrop of Forrest Gump's last run.
  • Mesa Verde National Park: Make your way to Mesa Verde National Park, See the ancient pueblo cliff dwellings, known as the Cliff Palace. As the day draws to a close, your lodge awaits you inside the park. Be in awe of the sweeping vistas that surround and reach into three states.
  • Arches National Park: Enjoy views of the natural formations, including the iconic Delicate Arch.
  • Canyonlands National Park: Venture to Canyonlands National Park for a drive onto the Island in the Sky - a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 metres) above the surrounding countryside, offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations.
  • Capitol Reef National Park: Join your Travel Director to see the natural sights along Capitol Reef's Waterpocket Fold, known as “a geological wrinkle on earth”. The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges. Admire petroglyphs and the domed shaped sandstone walls along the canyon.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: The Park is home to the most spectacular collection of hoodoos - tall skinny shafts of rock that protrude from the bottom of arid basins. While hoodoos are scattered throughout these areas, they are most abundant in the northern section of Bryce Canyon National Park.
  • Zion National Park: See the grandeur and natural features of the canyon in total comfort while traveling via private open-air tram with live on-board commentary.
  • Monument Valley: Dive into Mystery Valley with a local Navajo guide. Normally off-limits to the general public, discover Anasazi ruins and rock art, admire geological formations, and spot petroglyphs carved into the red rocks.
  • Grand Canyon National Park: Arrive at one of the seven natural wonders of the world and the second most visited national park in the United States, the Grand Canyon. Encompassing 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world and offers unmatched vistas along its rim.
  • Monument Valley: Embark on an exclusive Insight Experience into Mystery Valley's relatively unknown haven of Anasazi Ruins and rock art. Explore this intriguing stretch of desert full of graceful geological formations, petroglyphs, scattered artefacts like broken pottery shards and breath-taking views of the spectacular buttes of neighbouring Monument Valley Tribal Park. A true hidden gem, your visit  accompanied by a local Diné (Navajo) guide is a unique opportunity for a guided tour among ancient Indigenous ruins.
  • Kanab: Hop into all-terrain vehicles to explore The Toadstools with a Local Expert. Admire the scenery as you drive out on sandy trails. A short hike (1.5 miles with some uneven terrain) then takes you to the intriguing balanced rock formations, which look like capped mushrooms - a photographer's paradise.
  • Zion National Park: Connect to history as you wander paths and trails, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. Lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs characterise the natural beauty of this park.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

  • Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact. You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions.
  • Grand Canyon: Join your Travel Director for a relaxed hike along the rim of the Grand Canyon from Mather Point to Yavapai Point. 1.4 miles (2.25 kilometres) roundtrip, this scenic hike will provide spectacular views of the canyon's unique geology.

  • Grand Canyon: Trace the scenic South Rim of the Grand Canyon along Desert View Drive. See the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style and track the Colorado River that leads you to the aptly named Painted Desert which extends towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. A Make Travel Matter experience that supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and donates to the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site. Fulfilling the UN's Global goals of reducing inequality and creating sustainable communities.
  • Monument Valley: Deepen your knowledge and connection with the first nations of this land as we travel to Monument Valley by way of off-road vehicles to the cookout site. Here you'll enjoy an authentically delicious BBQ dinner with members of the Navajo Nation, where traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread will be served while you are immersed in traditional dance and songs of this great ancient culture.

  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
  • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
  • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

  • Welcome Dinner in Las Vegas
  • Navajo cookout Highlight Dinner in Monument Valley
    Dine-Around evening Moab
  • Rim-side Dinner at Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Celebration Dinner at Grand Canyon National Park
  • Las Vegas: At 18:00, join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Dinner with wine at Mon Ami Gabi perched directly off Las Vegas Boulevard.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: Get together with your new friends for a memorable dinner within the park's beautiful surroundings.
  • Dining Summary: 4 Dinners with Wine (DW) 9 Breakfasts (B) 1 Dinner (D)

  • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
  • Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
  • Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
  • We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • Cameron: Stop at the historic Trading Post, established in the early 1900s as a place where Native Americans traded wool and livestock.
  • Monument Valley: Meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper in the natural wonders of this unique landscape.
  • Monument Valley: View the iconic backdrop of Forrest Gump's last run.
  • Mesa Verde National Park: Make your way to Mesa Verde National Park, See the ancient pueblo cliff dwellings, known as the Cliff Palace. As the day draws to a close, your lodge awaits you inside the park. Be in awe of the sweeping vistas that surround and reach into three states.
  • Arches National Park: Enjoy views of the natural formations, including the iconic Delicate Arch.
  • Canyonlands National Park: Venture to Canyonlands National Park for a drive onto the Island in the Sky - a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 metres) above the surrounding countryside, offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations.
  • Capitol Reef National Park: Join your Travel Director to see the natural sights along Capitol Reef's Waterpocket Fold, known as “a geological wrinkle on earth”. The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges. Admire petroglyphs and the domed shaped sandstone walls along the canyon.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: The Park is home to the most spectacular collection of hoodoos - tall skinny shafts of rock that protrude from the bottom of arid basins. While hoodoos are scattered throughout these areas, they are most abundant in the northern section of Bryce Canyon National Park.
  • Zion National Park: See the grandeur and natural features of the canyon in total comfort while traveling via private open-air tram with live on-board commentary.
  • Monument Valley: Dive into Mystery Valley with a local Navajo guide. Normally off-limits to the general public, discover Anasazi ruins and rock art, admire geological formations, and spot petroglyphs carved into the red rocks.
  • Grand Canyon National Park: Arrive at one of the seven natural wonders of the world and the second most visited national park in the United States, the Grand Canyon. Encompassing 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world and offers unmatched vistas along its rim.
  • Monument Valley: Embark on an exclusive Insight Experience into Mystery Valley's relatively unknown haven of Anasazi Ruins and rock art. Explore this intriguing stretch of desert full of graceful geological formations, petroglyphs, scattered artefacts like broken pottery shards and breath-taking views of the spectacular buttes of neighbouring Monument Valley Tribal Park. A true hidden gem, your visit  accompanied by a local Diné (Navajo) guide is a unique opportunity for a guided tour among ancient Indigenous ruins.
  • Kanab: Hop into all-terrain vehicles to explore The Toadstools with a Local Expert. Admire the scenery as you drive out on sandy trails. A short hike (1.5 miles with some uneven terrain) then takes you to the intriguing balanced rock formations, which look like capped mushrooms - a photographer's paradise.
  • Zion National Park: Connect to history as you wander paths and trails, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. Lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs characterise the natural beauty of this park.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

  • Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact. You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions.
  • Grand Canyon: Join your Travel Director for a relaxed hike along the rim of the Grand Canyon from Mather Point to Yavapai Point. 1.4 miles (2.25 kilometres) roundtrip, this scenic hike will provide spectacular views of the canyon's unique geology.

  • Grand Canyon: Trace the scenic South Rim of the Grand Canyon along Desert View Drive. See the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style and track the Colorado River that leads you to the aptly named Painted Desert which extends towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. A Make Travel Matter experience that supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and donates to the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site. Fulfilling the UN's Global goals of reducing inequality and creating sustainable communities.
  • Monument Valley: Deepen your knowledge and connection with the first nations of this land as we travel to Monument Valley by way of off-road vehicles to the cookout site. Here you'll enjoy an authentically delicious BBQ dinner with members of the Navajo Nation, where traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread will be served while you are immersed in traditional dance and songs of this great ancient culture.

  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
  • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
  • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

  • Welcome Dinner in Las Vegas
  • Navajo cookout Highlight Dinner in Monument Valley
    Dine-Around evening Moab
  • Rim-side Dinner at Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Celebration Dinner at Grand Canyon National Park
  • Las Vegas: At 18:00, join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Dinner with wine at Mon Ami Gabi perched directly off Las Vegas Boulevard.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: Get together with your new friends for a memorable dinner within the park's beautiful surroundings.
  • Dining Summary: 4 Dinners with Wine (DW) 9 Breakfasts (B) 1 Dinner (D)

  • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
  • Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
  • Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
  • We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Discover the rich layers of the world and see things through a new lens. On tour, the curious mind will be satisfied with learnings through culture, history and experiences, all up close and personal. These carefully curated adventures await in every destination. We bring a world of wonder to reality.

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Insight Vacations Worldwide (2024-25)

Discover the rich layers of the world and see things through a new lens. On tour, the curious mind will be satisfied with learnings through culture, history and experiences, all up close and personal. These carefully curated adventures await in every destination. We bring a world of wonder to reality.

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Save $1,259 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 14 Apr 2024
Tuesday 23 Apr 2024
Status
From: $10,847 $10,680
Save $167 Enquire
Sunday 21 Apr 2024
Tuesday 30 Apr 2024
Status
From: $10,690
  Sold Out
Sunday 12 May 2024
Tuesday 21 May 2024
Status
From: $10,828
  Sold Out
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 19 May 2024
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Status
From: $10,878 $9,576
Save $1,302 Enquire
Sunday 26 May 2024
Tuesday 04 Jun 2024
Status
From: $10,976
  N/A
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 09 Jun 2024
Tuesday 18 Jun 2024
Status
From: $10,703 $10,541
Save $162 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 16 Jun 2024
Tuesday 25 Jun 2024
Status
From: $10,703 $9,418
Save $1,285 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 23 Jun 2024
Tuesday 02 Jul 2024
Status
From: $10,654 $9,373
Save $1,281 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 08 Sep 2024
Tuesday 17 Sep 2024
Status
From: $10,387 $9,106
Save $1,281 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 10 Sep 2024
Thursday 19 Sep 2024
Status
From: $10,387 $10,225
Save $162 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 15 Sep 2024
Tuesday 24 Sep 2024
Status
From: $10,314 $10,153
Save $161 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 17 Sep 2024
Thursday 26 Sep 2024
Status
From: $10,314 $10,153
Save $161 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 29 Sep 2024
Tuesday 08 Oct 2024
Status
From: $10,314 $9,041
Save $1,273 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 06 Oct 2024
Tuesday 15 Oct 2024
Status
From: $10,314 $9,041
Save $1,273 Enquire
The Big Tour Sale
Sunday 13 Oct 2024
Tuesday 22 Oct 2024
Status
From: $10,182 $8,915
Save $1,267 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 20 Apr 2025
Tuesday 29 Apr 2025
Status
From: $8,479 $8,309
Save $170 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 11 May 2025
Tuesday 20 May 2025
Status
From: $8,216 $8,052
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 18 May 2025
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Status
From: $8,216 $8,052
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Jun 2025
Tuesday 10 Jun 2025
Status
From: $8,243 $8,078
Save $165 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Jun 2025
Tuesday 17 Jun 2025
Status
From: $8,321 $8,155
Save $166 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 15 Jun 2025
Tuesday 24 Jun 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Jun 2025
Tuesday 01 Jul 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 07 Sep 2025
Tuesday 16 Sep 2025
Status
From: $8,138 $7,975
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 09 Sep 2025
Thursday 18 Sep 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 14 Sep 2025
Tuesday 23 Sep 2025
Status
From: $8,185 $8,021
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 16 Sep 2025
Thursday 25 Sep 2025
Status
From: $8,185 $8,021
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 28 Sep 2025
Tuesday 07 Oct 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 05 Oct 2025
Tuesday 14 Oct 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Oct 2025
Tuesday 21 Oct 2025
Status
From: $8,164 $8,001
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 20 Apr 2025
Tuesday 29 Apr 2025
Status
From: $11,078 $10,908
Save $170 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 11 May 2025
Tuesday 20 May 2025
Status
From: $10,635 $10,471
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 18 May 2025
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Status
From: $10,635 $10,471
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 01 Jun 2025
Tuesday 10 Jun 2025
Status
From: $10,684 $10,519
Save $165 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 08 Jun 2025
Tuesday 17 Jun 2025
Status
From: $10,806 $10,640
Save $166 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 15 Jun 2025
Tuesday 24 Jun 2025
Status
From: $10,539 $10,376
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 22 Jun 2025
Tuesday 01 Jul 2025
Status
From: $10,539 $10,376
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 07 Sep 2025
Tuesday 16 Sep 2025
Status
From: $10,492 $10,329
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 09 Sep 2025
Thursday 18 Sep 2025
Status
From: $10,549 $10,386
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 14 Sep 2025
Tuesday 23 Sep 2025
Status
From: $10,582 $10,418
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Tuesday 16 Sep 2025
Thursday 25 Sep 2025
Status
From: $10,582 $10,418
Save $164 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 28 Sep 2025
Tuesday 07 Oct 2025
Status
From: $10,539 $10,376
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 05 Oct 2025
Tuesday 14 Oct 2025
Status
From: $10,539 $10,376
Save $163 Enquire
Exclusive Savings
Sunday 12 Oct 2025
Tuesday 21 Oct 2025
Status
From: $10,539 $10,376
Save $163 Enquire
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Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Insight Vacations. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Insight Vacations. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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