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Ken Burns
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enjoy one complimentary night before your tour begins!
Thanks to our travel partner, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, you can spend one extra night at this fabulous
resort – one of the finest resorts in the Southwest – prior to the start of America’s Canyonlands, with our compliments!
Available before all 2014 departures of America’s Canyonlands, your complimentary night can be combined with other savings
and promotions – ask at time of booking for details (subject to availability).
1. Arrive Phoenix
Tour begins: 5:30 PM, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at
Troon North. A transfer is included from Phoenix Sky Harbor
Int’l Airport to Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North.
Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight. Meals D
2. SedonA & on to the GrAnd CAnyon
Get ready for some soul-stirring sights as we make our way to
the grandest canyon on Earth, stopping en route in Sedona.
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Whether you’re seeking the feeling of well-being and balance
that is said to emanate from the town’s natural energy fields
or you wish to experience the scenic beauty of the stunning
red-rock landscapes that earned its designation as one of the
most beautiful places on Earth, you will soon see why Sedona
continues to attract travelers’ – and movie makers’ – attention.
Join us for a guided walking tour of this mystical place and enjoy
lunch on your own. Drive through Oak Creek Canyon to your
lodge on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon this afternoon.
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inside-the-park accommodations at Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks
Complimentary night at Four Seasons resort Scottsdale at troon north (see p. 24 for details)
tauck exclusive – a champagne welcome & dinner cruise on lake Powell
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Flightseeing over rainbow Bridge & a Colorado river float trip through Glen Canyon
A guided off-road adventure to explore Antelope Canyon, a Southwestern slot canyon
A lively presentation on the Grand Canyon’s geology and history at the canyon’s rim
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed
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For dinner this evening on the canyon’s rim, choose from fine
dining at El Tovar, or more casual fare at the Arizona Room or
the Bright Angel Café. The sounds of the silent wonders in the
canyon tonight are the stuff of dreams. Meals BD
3. GrAnd CAnyon & lAke Powell CruiSe
The Colorado River chiseled its way down the sandstone strata
of the Grand Canyon, over one mile deep and 277 miles long,
on a journey that has lasted millions of years. You may wish to
start your own journey just a few steps from your lodge with
a Grand Canyon sunrise, a truly magical spectacle that defies
comparison anywhere! A local geologist is on hand today to
share expert insights on the canyon’s history and ecology, after
we cross the Navajo Reservation and the Painted Desert en
route to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area for a two-night
stay at Lake Powell. This evening, a true highlight – a private
Lake Powell dinner cruise aboard a sleek double-decked yacht
exclusively for Tauck guests only. Meals BD
4. FliGhtSeeinG & more At lAke Powell
The Glen Canyon Dam took 17 years to fill up Glen Canyon,
transforming the Colorado River into 186-mile-long Lake Powell!
Fringed by fjord-like canyons, it’s one of the largest man-made
bodies of water ever created; there’s no lake like it on Earth.
We’ll take you to see its hidden wonders by air on an included
30-minute morning flightseeing excursion* showcasing incredible
views of the red-rock sculptures found here – including Rainbow
Bridge, the world’s largest natural arch, about as tall as the
Statue of Liberty! See more of nature’s architecture up-close on
an optional small plane flight to Monument Valley*, followed by
a four-hour driving tour through the Navajo Tribal Park, available
at an additional cost (see Monument Valley Option on page 27).
Today’s explorations include an off-road adventure* with an
expert guide to explore some of the incredible sandstone slot
canyons in the Navajo Nation, hidden to most visitors, where
beams of sunlight put on an amazing show. Dinner is at your
leisure tonight at your hotel on the shores of the lake. Meals BD
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 800-468-2825
5. river FloAt triP & BryCe CAnyon
This morning’s leisurely float trip* – there are no rapids on this
stretch of the river – on the muddy waters of the Colorado
River takes you through Glen Canyon; your experienced river
adventure guide imparts a wealth of knowledge about the
canyon as you glide past colorful walls of Navajo sandstone.
Leave Arizona and drive through iconic Utah landscapes that
have served as ideal locations for movie and TV westerns over
the years; have lunch in Kanab, dubbed “Little Hollywood” for
the many productions shot there. Arrive this afternoon in Bryce
Canyon National Park – a wondrous land of pines, pinnacles
and oddly sculpted formations known as hoodoos, resembling
the towers of fairy-tale castles. Magnificent spires, tinted with
shades of pink, orange and red, put on a captivating show as
the light changes throughout the day. Keep an eye open for the
UTAH
NEVADA
Zion National Park
(4,000 ft.)
Kanab
Las Vegas
Bryce Canyon National
Park (8,300 ft.)
Page Lake Powell
Monument
Grand Canyon
Valley
National Park
Glen Canyon
(7,200 ft.)
Oak Creek Canyon
Sedona
Phoenix /Scottsdale
Maximum Elevation: 8,300 ft.
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STay InSIde The naTIonal ParkS
Experience the great national parks of the West as a true insider,
from sought-after, classic national park lodges – several of which
are listed on the National Register of Historic Places – situated
right inside Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks.
Tauck guarantees coveted accommodations at these authentically
rustic inside-the-park lodges, often sold out a year in advance.
Kachina Lodge
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
Thrill to a majestic Grand Canyon sunset – or awaken early
to catch an equally
awesome sunrise –
from contemporary lodge
accommodations at
Kachina Lodge, ideally
located just steps from the
South Rim of the Grand
Canyon in the heart of the
national park.
The Lodge at
Bryce Canyon
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
park’s abundant wildlife, including elk, coyotes, marmots, and
prairie dogs, as you explore the park from your sought-after
accommodations at The Lodge at Bryce Canyon. A classic
1920s rustic-style national park lodge listed on the National
Historic Register, The Lodge is nestled in a forest of towering
ponderosa pines in the heart of the park. Meals BLD
6. wonderS oF BryCe CAnyon & Zion
If you rise early this morning, you’ll be rewarded with an
awe-inspiring Bryce Canyon sunrise, as the light of dawn
slowly spreads across the whimsical hoodoos and other unique
geological features steps from your room. Spend the morning at
leisure, or join us for an optional drive to Bryce Point, one of the
most scenic overlooks in the park. Geologic features visible from
the Point chronicle the natural history of the area. After lunch,
cross southwestern Utah to Zion National Park, where colorful
high plateaus, a maze of deep sandstone canyons, towering
cliffs and pine-covered slopes surround the lush greenery of the
canyon floor. The park’s shuttle system and network of hiking
trails afford easy access to its beauty. Thriving vegetation includes
cottonwood trees and dry desert plants; wildlife ranges from mule
deer to hundreds of bird species. Spend the night at Zion Lodge,
the only accommodations inside the park. Discover why Zion is
renowned as a place of peace and refuge. Meals BLD
Listed on the National
Register of Historic Places,
The Lodge at Bryce
Canyon features both
motel-style rooms and
historic western cabins with
private porches, nestled
in a forest of ponderosa
pines – boasting a rustic
elegance that’s authentic
right down to replicas of
The Lodge’s original 1920s
hickory furnishings.
Zion Lodge
Zion National Park, Utah
The only inside-the-park
lodging within the 146,000
acres of Zion National Park,
Zion Lodge – designed by
architect Gilbert Stanley
Underwood in the 1920s
– was rebuilt after a fire in
the 1960s and beautifully
restored to the look of a
classic rustic inn in 1990.
The recently renovated
dining room in the main
lodge, the Red Rock Grill,
offers spectacular views of Zion’s magnificent surroundings. The lodge
is a true national park getaway, with access to excellent hiking within
easy walking distance.
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Your local guide sheds light on the mysteries of Lake Powell’s slot canyons
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themed casinos. Your accommodations at the Four Seasons
Hotel Las Vegas provide easy access to all the action on the
Strip, while offering you an intimate haven for restful relaxation
and tonight’s farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD
8. Journey home
Tour ends: Las Vegas. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included
from Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas to Las Vegas McCarran
International Airport. Checkout time is 12:00 noon. Allow a
minimum of two hours for flight check-in. Meals B
Overnight in Zion National Park, enjoying spectacular scenery and serenity
8 DAYS from $2,990 pluS AirfAre
7. Zion nAtionAl PArk & on to lAS veGAS
Picture yourself surrounded by spectacular scenery everywhere
you look, then spend the entire morning, camera in hand,
exploring it as you wish. Zion is located in one of Utah’s most
breathtaking areas and with over 200 miles of picturesque trails
meandering amidst soaring sandstone walls and incredible rock
formations, you’ll discover ever-changing perspectives of this
red rock wonderland. Highlights include a trio of peaks known
as the Three Patriarchs; the Emerald Pools, fed by waterfalls
cascading over the canyon walls; and the veil of spring water
trickling over Weeping Rock. Other exciting activities at Zion
include rock climbing and horseback riding. Depart Zion National
Park for a memorable journey across the vast vistas of the
northeastern Mojave Desert. Then get ready for a bit of culture
shock as you arrive in Las Vegas, Nevada – a city that truly
never sleeps, it offers non-stop entertainment and fancifully
(7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 7 Dinners)
BeGinS Phoenix
Apr 14, 21, 28 May 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 26 Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 Jul 7, 14, 21
Aug 4, 18, 25 Sep 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 Oct 3, 6, 10, 13, 17
dates in blue indicate Small Group Departures averaging 24 Tauck guests, priced
from $3690 per person double; specific dates apply.
Special Solo Traveler Savings: dates in red indicate special departures where you
save $200 on the single room price; inquire at booking.
Go to www.tauck.com for space availability.
PriCe Per PerSon
April – June; August 29 – October
Single $4123
double $3390
July – August 28
double $2990
Single $3725
triple $3195
triple $2794
Monument Valley Option – Add $199 per person
Airfare is additional.
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights and our Guest Protection Product.
MonuMenT Valley oPTIon – $199
View colorful sandstone buttes, mesas and spires best
appreciated from above on an optional flightseeing adventure*
from Page, Arizona, to
Monument Valley, iconic
setting of many classic
western films. Land near
the valley within the Navajo
Indian Reservation, where
a Navajo guide takes you
for a close-up view of the
incredible monoliths rising
from the valley floor; fly
back to Page midday and
return to Lake Powell.
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 800-468-2825
For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions, participation is at
your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
Note: extra night at Four Seasons resort Scottsdale at Troon north before America’s
Canyonlands begins must be reserved at time of booking.
Some accommodations within the national parks are operated by concessionaires for
the national Park Service. Service staff in these facilities are often part-time and are
relatively inexperienced; service may not compare to Tauck’s hotels in other locations.
Fine hotelS / GreAt loCAtionS
night 1
FOur SeASOnS reSOrt
ScOttSdAle At trOOn nOrth
night 2 KAchinA lOdge
night 3,4 lAKe POwell reSOrt
night 5 the lOdge At Bryce cAnyOn
night 6 ZiOn lOdge
night 7 FOur SeASOnS hOtel lAS VegAS
Scottsdale, AZ
Grand Canyon
national Park, AZ
Page, AZ
Bryce Canyon
national Park, ut
Zion national Park, ut
las vegas, nv
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