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Bryce Canyon - Zion - Grand Canyon (9 days)

Bryce Canyon - Zion - Grand Canyon (9 days)

A Trinity of National Parks in Utah & Arizona

Join us to experience the monolithic oddities of Bryce Canyon, the chiseled vastness of the Grand Canyon and the stunning cliffs of Zion. Pedal through pine forests at dawn and catch the sunset over desert landscapes. Find inspiration in wildflower meadows, groves of red-barked manzanita, quaking aspen and spruce. Be dazzled in every direction by the ever-changing orange, amber and red sandstone glow in this spectacular trinity of national parks.


 The Basics


 
Activities: Biking
Difficulty: Medium to High
Area: Bryce/Zion/Grand Canyon
Departure Point: St. George, UT
Lodging Type: Casual Inns
Trip Length(s): 9 days
When Offered: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Price Range: Starts at $2998
Toll-Free: 888-454-8828
Phone 2: 801-487-7200

 Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Brian Head

Meet in St. George Take in Utah’s dramatic scenery en route to Brian Head Stop along the way to enjoy a Backroads-style picnic.

Days 2-3 Bryce Canyon

Ride through Cedar Breaks National Monument, a rocky red-orange amphitheater Enjoy the long descent into meadows encircled by aspen and pine Spin across the high desert to Bryce Canyon Hike past colorful whimsically shaped hoodoos, spires and monoliths on aptly named trails such as Sunrise, Queen’s Garden and Inspiration.

Day 4 Kanab

Ride through Red Canyon and past white Navajo sandstone cliffs Weathered farms and sleepy towns scattered across the valley floor add to the high-desert scenery Bike to a desert overlook with views of the Kaibab Plateau.

Days 5-6 Grand Canyon

Cross the wide-open desert and ascend the Grand Staircase Pedal to the Grand Canyon’s spectacular North Rim Spend the Day hiking, or take in a view from the front-row seat of the main lodge’s porch.

Days 7-9 Zion

At dawn, pass through plateau meadows and forests to Jacob Lake Enjoy a downhill spin to the desert floor, then on to the red-and-pink cliff walls of Zion National Park A hike to Angel’s Landing brings you nearly 2,000 feet above the valley for a 360-degree panorama of soaring sandstone Cap off the trip with an exhilarating river hike through the Narrows.



 Lodging Details

Cedar Breaks Lodge - Brian Head (1 night): This mountainside hotel offers a full spa, an indoor pool and spacious guest rooms.

Bryce Canyon Lodge - Bryce Canyon (2 nights): This simple park lodge is on the National Historic Register and is set in a forest of pines on the canyon rim.

Best Western Red Hills - Kanab (1 night): Basic western comfort and a swimming pool in the heart of Kanab.

Grand Canyon Lodge - Grand Canyon (2 nights): A rustic 1920s stone-and-wood lodge perched above the remote North Rim.

Cliffrose Lodge and Gardens - Zion (2 nights): A modern riverside inn with a pool, lovely gardens and spacious guest rooms.



 Pricing Details

  • From $2,998 to $3,198 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$750 for sgl. occ.)
  • 5/25-6/2 Price $2,998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $750 for sgl. occ.)
  • 6/24-7/2 Price $2,998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $750 for sgl. occ.)
  • 7/26-8/3 Price $2,998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $750 for sgl. occ.)
  • 9/6-14 Price $2,998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $750 for sgl. occ.)
  • 9/23-10/1 Price $2,998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $750 for sgl. occ.)
  • All meals included except 1 lunch, 1 dinner.


 More About The Difficulty Level

Day 1:
  • Start of Trip
Day 2:
  • Levels 3 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 37, 45, 64 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 3:
  • Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 33 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
  • Hiking 3.9, 8.2 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 4:
  • Levels 4 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 50, 63, 80 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5:
  • Levels 4 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 43, 67, 81 miles
  • 2000 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 6:
  • Levels 1 to 4 2 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 2, 9 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Optional mule ride
Day 7:
  • Levels 4 to 5 4 Route Options Available
  • Biking 51, 82, 94, 120 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 8:
  • Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 2, 4, 5 miles
  • 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 9:
  • Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 3, 5 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain



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