9 Days | Hike the best of Utah’s Mighty Five national parks, catching glorious sunsets
Uncover the rugged beauty and rich Indigenous history of Utah – a vast state with some of the USA’s most famous national parks. On this nine-day hiking trip, you’ll get to see their many highlights with an expert guide. Leave Las Vegas behind to marvel at Zion National Park, explore Monument Valley with a specialist Navajo guide, see the inspiring scenery of Moab and explore the spires of Bryce Canyon National Park – the land of the Navajo people. Catch the sunset in Arches National Park and head to the Island in the Sky in Canyonlands National Park before your last hike to Horseshoe Bend.
Trip overview
- Start
- Las Vegas, USA
- Finish
- Las Vegas, USA
- Theme
- Walking & trekking
- Destinations
- USA
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- SSXZ
- Visit Zion National Park and hike the Angel’s Landing trail up to Scout Lookout to explore its dramatic switchbacks, drop-offs and incredible views.
- Experience the iconic Virgin River Narrows as you hike through moving water with your leader who will help you get your “stream legs” on your way to Orderville Canyon.
- Hike the Navajo Loop to the famous Thor’s Hammer hoodoo in Bryce Canyon National Park – known for its crimson-coloured hoodoos (spire-shaped rock formations).
- Hike the Island in the Sky section of the vast Canyonlands National Park and take in the incredible sweeping views of the Colorado river valley 1000 feet below.
- Sunsets are always beautiful, but nothing can beat the colours of the Delicate Arch as the sun goes down – take your time and enjoy the unforgettable scene of Arches National Park.
- Join a Navajo guide on a guided hike through Monument Valley and learn about this incredible place from an Indigenous perspective.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, the Grand Canyon Conservancy. Donations help them protect Grand Canyon National Park and support trail restoration, conservation of native plants and wildlife, and educational programs.
- This is a hiking trip; a good fitness level will help you enjoying all included hikes and activities. We recommend you bring a pair of trekking poles to use during more strenuous hikes.
- Hiking in these national parks can be hot during summer. Therefore, some of the hikes will take place very early in the morning or at sunset. Sun protection including a hat and sunscreen is a must, along with the capacity to carry at least two litres of water per person, as well as comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for hiking.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
Inclusions
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Private vehicle
Hotel (8 nights)
- Zion NP - Virgin River Narrows Hike
- Zion - Narrows Hiking Gear Rental
- Zion National Park - Scout Lookout hike
- Bryce Canyon National Park - Navajo Loop Trail hike
- Capitol Reef - Hickman Bridge Hike
- Arches National Park - Delicate Arch hike
- Canyonlands National Park - Island in the Sky Hikes
- Bears Ears National Monument - Navajo guided hike
- Monument Valley - Navajo guided hike
- Glen Canyon - Horseshoe Bend hike
- Page - Antelope Canyon Tour - USD70
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1 in Las Vegas.
2. This trip finishes upon arrival in Las Vegas on Day 9 around 5pm. There is no accommodation included on the last day in Las Vegas, however we can request any additional nights should you need them.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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