On this tour discover the road to Mighty - The Mighty 5 beautiful and iconic National Parks in Utah - Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Zion where you can marvel at surreal scenery and unforgettable activities. This epic journey will also take you beyond Utah to the immense Grand Canyon, the incredibly beautiful and massive Lake Powell, the monoliths of Monument Valley and the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde.
Day 1 - Arrive in Las Vegas
Las Vegas has to be seen to be believed! It keeps on growing and new and unique hotels and resorts open year on year. Even if trying your luck in one of the casinos is not for you, Las Vegas offers something for everyone with world class entertainment, great shopping and dining, amazing themed hotels, golf courses, tennis and a host of attractions such as the Liberace Museum, the Lied Children's Discovery Museum, Las Vegas Art Museum and the Las Vegas Natural History Museum. With more than 320 days of sunshine and only around 10cm of rain a year, Las Vegas makes a perfect getaway whatever you are looking for.
Stay two nights in Las Vegas
Day 3 - Las Vegas to Zion National Park, approx. 147 miles
Collect your RV and begin your adventure!
A unique experience awaits you as you head for Zion National Park. Massive canyon walls ascend toward a brilliant blue sky. To experience Zion, you need to walk among the towering cliffs, or challenge your courage in a small narrow canyon. These unique sandstone cliffs range in colour from cream, to pink, to red. They could be described as sand castles crowning desert canyons. Zion River Resort is ideally located for easy access to what truly is one of the nation’s most beautiful parks so base yourself here for more than one night. Also take time to stop off at Springdale, the charming
little town which is the gateway to Zion National Park.
Stay two nights in Zion National Park.
Day 5 -Zion National Park to The Grand Canyon , approx. 262 miles
The highlight of the next part of this tour will be when you stand at the rim of this magnificent National Park. No photograph, painting or film begins to capture it: you just have to carry the memory away with you. We like the Mather Campground for its peace and quiet and natural surroundings.
Stay two nights in the South Rim of The Grand Canyon.
Day 7 - The Grand Canyon to Lake Powell, approx. 145 miles
There are so many ways to explore and discover this landscape and all of its surroundings. With just under 2,000 miles of shoreline, there are tonnes of opportunities to get out on the water. Firstly, there are boats and kayaks available to hire! There are also rafting, cruise tours and swimming too. The water will be chilled and can warm up in the sunshine, in the Utah heat it will be super refreshing!
If you’re keeping out of the water and enjoying the beaches, this is the perfect place to take your camera!
Stay two nights in Lake Powell.
Day 9 - Lake Powell to Monument Valley, approx. 124 miles
This great valley boasts sandstone masterpieces that tower at heights of 400 to 1,000 feet, framed by scenic clouds casting shadows that graciously roam the desert floor. The angle of the sun accents these graceful formations, providing scenery that is simply spellbinding.
The landscape overwhelms, not just by its beauty but also by its size. The fragile pinnacles of rock are surrounded by miles of mesas and buttes, shrubs and trees, and windblown sand, all comprising the magnificent colors of the valley. All of this harmoniously combines to make Monument Valley a truly wondrous experience. Enjoy this beautiful land.
Stay two nights in Monument Valley.
Day 11 - Monument Valley to Bluff, approx. 47 miles
Bluff offers exceptional lodging, dining, and shopping, and is a great base to unpack and explore southeastern Utah. Iconic Monument Valley, Four Corners, Goosenecks State Park, Valley of the Gods, and Natural Bridges National Monument are less than an hour from Bluff. Discover the archeology and cultural landscape of Bears Ears National Monument at the Bears Ears Education Center. At the historic Bluff Fort, you can glimpse Mormon settlers’ pioneer life.
The Navajo people’s spirit is woven into Bluff’s eclectic style. The Navajo word, “hozho”, is translated as peace, harmony, and beauty. To be in hozho is to be at one with and a part of the world around you. The area surrounding Bluff presents jaw-dropping natural beauty on a grand scale.
Stay one night in Bluff.
Day 12 -Bluff to Mesa Verde, approx.87 miles
Visit the Four Croners Monument, this area of the USA is known as Four Corners; as it is in the corner of four states. Northwest is Utah, northeast is Colorado, southeast is New Mexico and southwest is Arizona. Mesa Verde, Spanish for green table, offers a spectacular look into the lives of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home for over 700 years. Today the park protects nearly 5,000 known archeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings. These sites are some of the most notable and best preserved in the USA.
Stay one night in Messa Verde
Day 13 - Mesa Verde to Moab, approx. 125 miles
Arches is a red rock wonder containing the world's largest concentration of natural arches. A paved road winds through the park allowing easy access to some of the most impressive sites, and hiking trails penetrate more remote areas.
From Moab you can raft on the Colorado River, take a horse ride or jeep tour, or rent bikes and ride the Slickrock Trail. You can experience Canyonlands National Park - a rugged and remote area created by the mighty Colorado and Green rivers. The vast majority of the park is accessible via jeep trails, although some areas are accessible only to hikers and backpackers.
Stay two nights in Moab.
Day 15 - Moab to Capitol Reef National Park, approx. 147 miles
Capitol Reef National Park is a rugged, extraordinary place to explore, one of the things that makes it so easy to visit is that you can see quite a bit right from your car. With a highway that runs through the center of the park and scenic drive that tops the list of the best things to do. Of course, you can go hiking, with routes ranging from one mile to all day treks.
Stay one night in Capitol Reef National Park.
Day 16 - Capitol Reef National Park to Bryce Canyon, approx. 120 miles
The Bryce Canyon region is great for hiking, horseback riding, photography, ATV riding, camping and other activities. The Canyon itself has been carved by wind and rain and offers some amazing rock formations called Hoodoos. Stay for two nights.
Stay two night in Bryce.
Day 17 - Bryce Canyon to Mesquite, approx. 180 miles
Situated in the picturesque Virgin River Valley, Mesquite offers a majestic mountain backdrop with cant-believe-its-real sunsets. But, Mesquite’s appeal definitely doesn’t stop there. From gambling and fine dining, to championship golfing, visitors to the friendly desert community will find no shortage of things to do.
Stay one night in Mesquite on your way to Las Vegas
Day 19 - Mesquite to Las Vegas, approx. 98 miles
Drive back to Las Vegas and drop your RV off before flying back to the UK.