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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Local Tour Guide .

We work with only the most experienced and knowledgeable local guides on our trips. You will be in excellent hands with a fully licensed and accredited local guide who will share their expertise in everything from history and architecture, to culture and traditions, the best local cuisine, activities and crafts, or even shopping. Local guides live, breathe, and love their trips because as locals they are an integral part of their communities. Their connections run deep and pride in their piece of the world is contagious.

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Accommodations

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Stay in beautiful lodgings in prime locations, each hand selected for you with your expert planner.

Best Western Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel Bryce Canyon

Comfortable Hotel

Ideally located just outside the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the park's stunning red rock formations and hoodoos. Clean, comfortable rooms welcome you after a day of adventure. Enjoy the outdoor pool and hot tub for a summertime splash and heated indoor pool for winter swims. The hotel offers guest laundry, a gym, excellent service, and an inviting atmosphere.

Red Cliffs Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Red Cliffs Lodge is nestled along the banks of the Colorado River, surrounded by the deep-cut Canyonlands and steep cliff walls. This rugged Western landscape is worthy of Hollywood and has been the site of numerous films which are highlighted in the on-property Moab Movie Museum. The Cowboy Grill serves hearty cuisine paired with fabulous views of the Colorado River. Red Cliffs Lodge is also home to the Castle Creek Winery, the largest winery in Utah.

Capitol Reef Resort

Comfortable Hotel

Located just one mile from the National Park, Capitol Reef Resort is surrounded by natural wonders including natural bridges, sandstone cliffs, magnificent canyons, and domes. The comfortable accommodations feature stunning views of the red-rock cliffs. After a day of adventures, relax in the heated outdoor pool or hot tub. The Pioneer Kitchen offers delicious comfort food and a casual atmosphere.

Cougar Ridge

Comfortable Hotel

The spectacular, family owned and operated Cougar Ridge, is a true oasis just five miles from Capitol Reef National Park. The unique 44 acre property is nestled into the red-rock cliffs, and features a sandstone lodge and several private villas. Here you can truly relax in the luxury accommodations and soak in the serenity and natural beauty of Southern Utah.

Cliffrose Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Located in Springdale, Cliffrose Lodge sits on five acres along the Virgin River, just steps from Zion National Park. The manicured grounds feature an outdoor heated pool, riverside hot tubs, and comfortable accommodations. The central location is perfect for exploring the nearby shops, galleries, and restaurants.

Driftwood Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Driftwood Lodge is located in Springdale, less than two miles from Zion National Park. The lodge features comfortable accommodations with incredible canyon views. The Kings Landing Bistro offers a seasonal menu for dinner nightly.

Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton

Comfortable Hotel

Located just off Moab's Main Street and minutes from Arches National Park, The Hoodoo offers a stylish desert base at the edge of the red rock wilderness. Stay in thoughtfully designed Casitas, each with two private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Each pair of bedrooms share a common living space. Onsite dining, a restorative spa, and a heated outdoor pool open year-round provide the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

Zion Mountain Ranch

Comfortable Hotel

Located in the mountains just east of Zion National Park, Zion Mountain Ranch is an authentic western resort, home to a unique roaming herd of buffalo. The Ranch features comfortable private cabins and spacious homes with a variety of unique layouts. All accommodations feature cozy, rustic decor and sweeping views. The on-property Cordwood restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and features an ever changing menu based on the local harvest.

Four Seasons Las Vegas

Comfortable Hotel

The beautiful Four Seasons Las Vegas is a non-gaming property ideally located adjacent to the iconic Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The well-appointed luxurious guest rooms and suites feature floor to ceiling windows, contemporary furnishings and spacious marble bathrooms. The property also features a full service spa, a pool and guests also have access to the Mandalay Bay Pool Complex which features a lazy river, three swimming pools and a real sand beach. The hotel also features several on-site dining options including the award winning Charlie Palmer Steak, which serves up classic steak dishes.

Moab Springs Ranch

Comfortable Hotel

Moab Springs Ranch is ideally located at the end of Moab's Main Street in a cool, shady oasis of majestic cottonwood trees, just steps from shops and restaurants. The property features comfortable bungalows and townhouses each with complimentary WiFi, top-notch amenities, air conditioning and spacious layouts. The property also features 12 acres of beautiful open space with a private park, wading pools, hammocks, lounge chairs, a campfire circle, and an outdoor pool and hot tub.

Bellagio Hotel & Casino

Comfortable Hotel

Located on the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Las Vegas offers world-class accommodations and dining. The beautiful rooms and suites feature the perfect blend of beauty and elegance with luxurious linens, comfortable beds, oversized Italian marble bathrooms and high-speed WiFi. The full service resort also offers five distinctive pool courtyard settings, cabanas, a fitness center, a full service spa, fashion-forward boutique shopping and a wide variety of on-property dining options including LAGO by Julian Serrano which serves up small plates with an Italian focus and features spectacular views of the Bellagio's iconic fountains.

Wynn Las Vegas and Encore

Comfortable Hotel

Located on the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Wynn Las Vegas offers world-class accommodations, exciting entertainment, luxury shopping, fabulous nightlife and award-winning restaurants. The beautiful rooms and suites are designed to be serene and stylish retreats with luxurious linens, comfortable beds, oversized marble bathrooms and high-speed WiFi. The full service resort also offers beautiful tempurature controlled pools and whirlpool spas, cabanas, a fitness center, a full service spa, boutique shopping, full service gaming and casino experiences, live music and shows and a wide variety of on-property dining options including Costa Di Mare which serves up authentic Italian coastal cuisine with seasonal fish and shellfish flown in daily from Italy.

Under Canvas Bryce Canyon

Rustic Lodging

Under Canvas Bryce Canyon offers a true glamping experience on 750 acres of high mountain plains with expansive views of John's Valley, including Mount Dutton and Adams Head to the west and Utah's red rocks to the east. Located just 15 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park, the camp seamlessly blends into the surrounding desert landscape. The luxury wall tents feature the comforts of home, including stately beds with luxurious linens. In the evening relax around the campfire with s'mores and take in the twinkling stars.

Clear Sky Resort Bryce Canyon

Comfortable Hotel

Conveniently located just twenty minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park, Clear Sky Resort offers unique luxury dome accommodations. The domes come in a variety of sizes. Each dome has a private bathroom, modern furnishings, heat and air conditioning and a skylight and telescope for star viewing. The property also features complimentary WiFi in common areas, lawn games, stargazing with telescopes, nightly s'mores and evening entertainment including movie nights and storytelling.