
United States
USA - Utah and Arizona (intensive)
USA - Utah and Arizona (intensive)
Duration
15 days
Start/End
Las Vegas
Tour type
Individual
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Hotel o camping
Overview
From and to Las Vegas you experience the diversity of the Southwest: along Route 66 to Tucson and Saguaro National Park, to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Phoenix and Sedona, to the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell and Zion National Park.
Discover the fascinating diversity of the American Southwest on this 15-day trip starting and ending in Las Vegas. Among majestic saguaros, the red rocks of Arizona, deep canyons, and the magical landscapes of Utah, unforgettable nature experiences await. The contrast is astonishing: vibrant cities like Las Vegas and Phoenix meet tranquil deserts, spectacular national parks, and the legendary landscapes of the West. This trip is ideal for those seeking a combination of freedom, adventure, and immersive nature experiences.
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GermanItinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Las Vegas
Welcome to Las Vegas, the dazzling metropolis in the desert! After your arrival and vehicle pick-up, depending on your flight time, you can take a stroll down the Strip. Giant themed hotels, spectacular water shows, and the unique Las Vegas atmosphere await you. Perhaps you'd like to enjoy a drink overlooking the colorful lights or ride the High Roller for breathtaking views. But relax, because tomorrow your adventure in nature begins.
Arrival in Las Vegas
Day 1
Welcome to Las Vegas, the dazzling metropolis in the desert! After your arrival and vehicle pick-up, depending on your flight time, you can take a stroll down the Strip. Giant themed hotels, spectacular water shows, and the unique Las Vegas atmosphere await you. Perhaps you'd like to enjoy a drink overlooking the colorful lights or ride the High Roller for breathtaking views. But relax, because tomorrow your adventure in nature begins.
Day 2
Las Vegas – Kingman / Route 66
approx. 170 km / 2 h
Today you leave behind the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and head to Arizona. Traveling through the vast Nevada landscape, you'll arrive in Kingman, one of the charming stops on the legendary Route 66. Strolling through the town, you'll discover historic signs, vintage gas stations, and classic restaurants that will instantly transport you back to the 1950s. Here you'll experience the authentic spirit of a road trip and spend the night in a town steeped in the spirit of the Mother Highway.
Las Vegas – Kingman / Route 66
Day 2
approx. 170 km / 2 h
Today you leave behind the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and head to Arizona. Traveling through the vast Nevada landscape, you'll arrive in Kingman, one of the charming stops on the legendary Route 66. Strolling through the town, you'll discover historic signs, vintage gas stations, and classic restaurants that will instantly transport you back to the 1950s. Here you'll experience the authentic spirit of a road trip and spend the night in a town steeped in the spirit of the Mother Highway.
Day 3
Kingman – Tucson / Saguaro National Park
approx. 580 km / 6 h
Today, our journey takes us to southern Arizona, where the landscape changes and the first cacti soon reach for the sky. Our destination is Tucson, near Saguaro National Park. Here grow the famous saguaros: giant, centuries-old cacti that are among the iconic symbols of the American West. A drive through the park or a short hike among these spiny giants will make us feel like we're in a movie. At sunset, we can enjoy a special atmosphere as the sun bathes the cacti in golden light.
Kingman – Tucson / Saguaro National Park
Day 3
approx. 580 km / 6 h
Today, our journey takes us to southern Arizona, where the landscape changes and the first cacti soon reach for the sky. Our destination is Tucson, near Saguaro National Park. Here grow the famous saguaros: giant, centuries-old cacti that are among the iconic symbols of the American West. A drive through the park or a short hike among these spiny giants will make us feel like we're in a movie. At sunset, we can enjoy a special atmosphere as the sun bathes the cacti in golden light.
Day 4
Tucson and the Sonoran Desert
You have a full day to explore Tucson and its surroundings. A visit to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is highly recommended; it combines a zoo, botanical garden, and open-air museum, offering a glimpse into the desert's diversity. You can also hike in the Tucson Mountains or explore Old Tucson, a filming location for Westerns that has appeared in numerous productions. At night, you can gaze at the desert's starry sky—an unforgettable spectacle.
Tucson and the Sonoran Desert
Day 4
You have a full day to explore Tucson and its surroundings. A visit to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is highly recommended; it combines a zoo, botanical garden, and open-air museum, offering a glimpse into the desert's diversity. You can also hike in the Tucson Mountains or explore Old Tucson, a filming location for Westerns that has appeared in numerous productions. At night, you can gaze at the desert's starry sky—an unforgettable spectacle.
Day 5
Tucson – Organ Cactus National Monument
approx. 215 km / 2.5 h
Today we head south to the Mexican border. At Organ Cactus National Monument, you'll discover one of the most beautiful cactus landscapes in the world. The organ pipe cacti, which give the place its name, grow in abundance here and, along with the saguaro cacti, form a stunning backdrop. A scenic drive or a short hike will take you through this peaceful and wild area, which still retains its hidden gem charm. You can spend the night in or around Ajo.
Tucson – Organ Cactus National Monument
Day 5
approx. 215 km / 2.5 h
Today we head south to the Mexican border. At Organ Cactus National Monument, you'll discover one of the most beautiful cactus landscapes in the world. The organ pipe cacti, which give the place its name, grow in abundance here and, along with the saguaro cacti, form a stunning backdrop. A scenic drive or a short hike will take you through this peaceful and wild area, which still retains its hidden gem charm. You can spend the night in or around Ajo.
Day 6
Organ pipe – Phoenix
approx. 240 km / 3 h
From the border desert, today's journey takes you north to Phoenix, the capital of Arizona. Along the way, you'll be accompanied by vast desert landscapes and mountains. Once in Phoenix, a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden is highly recommended, where countless species of cacti from around the world thrive. In the evening, you can stroll through the modern city center, enjoy a delicious dinner, and experience the contrast between urban life and the tranquility of the desert.
Organ pipe – Phoenix
Day 6
approx. 240 km / 3 h
From the border desert, today's journey takes you north to Phoenix, the capital of Arizona. Along the way, you'll be accompanied by vast desert landscapes and mountains. Once in Phoenix, a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden is highly recommended, where countless species of cacti from around the world thrive. In the evening, you can stroll through the modern city center, enjoy a delicious dinner, and experience the contrast between urban life and the tranquility of the desert.
Day 7
Phoenix-Sedona
approx. 190 km / 2 h
Today you'll continue your journey to Sedona, a place known for its red rocks and unique energy. Even along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the red cliffs. You can take a leisurely stroll, perhaps as far as Cathedral Rock, or visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, impressively built into the rock face. At sunset, you'll witness the rocks begin to glow in the warm sunlight—a truly magical sight.
Phoenix-Sedona
Day 7
approx. 190 km / 2 h
Today you'll continue your journey to Sedona, a place known for its red rocks and unique energy. Even along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the red cliffs. You can take a leisurely stroll, perhaps as far as Cathedral Rock, or visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, impressively built into the rock face. At sunset, you'll witness the rocks begin to glow in the warm sunlight—a truly magical sight.
Day 8
Sedona – Grand Canyon (South Rim)
approx. 180 km / 2.5 h
In the morning, we continue our journey to the Grand Canyon, one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Even the first glimpses of the South Rim are breathtaking: the canyon stretches to seemingly endless limits, its colors and shapes constantly shifting with the light. We'll hike the Rim Trail, stopping at viewpoints like Mather Point and Yavapai Point to take in the immensity of the place. The atmosphere is especially unforgettable at sunset, when the rocks glow with shades of red and violet.
Sedona – Grand Canyon (South Rim)
Day 8
approx. 180 km / 2.5 h
In the morning, we continue our journey to the Grand Canyon, one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Even the first glimpses of the South Rim are breathtaking: the canyon stretches to seemingly endless limits, its colors and shapes constantly shifting with the light. We'll hike the Rim Trail, stopping at viewpoints like Mather Point and Yavapai Point to take in the immensity of the place. The atmosphere is especially unforgettable at sunset, when the rocks glow with shades of red and violet.
Day 9
Grand Canyon
A full day dedicated to the Grand Canyon. Free shuttle buses will take you to viewpoints along the West Rim Drive, including Hopi Point and Mohave Point. If you're feeling energetic, you can hike down part of the Bright Angel Trail; it will give you a completely different perspective of the canyon. For a more relaxed experience, visit the Visitor Center or participate in a program with a park ranger. Either way, today you'll be able to appreciate the Grand Canyon in depth.
Grand Canyon
Day 9
A full day dedicated to the Grand Canyon. Free shuttle buses will take you to viewpoints along the West Rim Drive, including Hopi Point and Mohave Point. If you're feeling energetic, you can hike down part of the Bright Angel Trail; it will give you a completely different perspective of the canyon. For a more relaxed experience, visit the Visitor Center or participate in a program with a park ranger. Either way, today you'll be able to appreciate the Grand Canyon in depth.
Day 10
Grand Canyon – Monument Valley
approx. 285 km / 3.5–4 h
Today you'll travel to Monument Valley, arguably the most famous landscape in the American West. Even from afar, the towering rock formations and mesas rise majestically toward the sky. This afternoon, a guided jeep tour with Navajo guides is highly recommended. They'll take you to iconic viewpoints like John Ford's Point, where you'll hear fascinating stories about Navajo culture. At sunset, the valley transforms into a shimmering sea of reds and oranges.
Grand Canyon – Monument Valley
Day 10
approx. 285 km / 3.5–4 h
Today you'll travel to Monument Valley, arguably the most famous landscape in the American West. Even from afar, the towering rock formations and mesas rise majestically toward the sky. This afternoon, a guided jeep tour with Navajo guides is highly recommended. They'll take you to iconic viewpoints like John Ford's Point, where you'll hear fascinating stories about Navajo culture. At sunset, the valley transforms into a shimmering sea of reds and oranges.
Day 11
Monument Valley – Page / Lake Powell
approx. 200 km / 2.5 h
After a final look at the legendary rock towers, the route takes you to Page, on the shores of Lake Powell. Along the way, you'll stop at Horseshoe Bend, where the Colorado River winds its way through the rocks. In the afternoon, Antelope Canyon awaits, with its narrow gorges and the play of light on the sandstone that creates a unique atmosphere. The evening belongs to Lake Powell, whose vast expanse of water contrasts fascinatingly with the desert.
Monument Valley – Page / Lake Powell
Day 11
approx. 200 km / 2.5 h
After a final look at the legendary rock towers, the route takes you to Page, on the shores of Lake Powell. Along the way, you'll stop at Horseshoe Bend, where the Colorado River winds its way through the rocks. In the afternoon, Antelope Canyon awaits, with its narrow gorges and the play of light on the sandstone that creates a unique atmosphere. The evening belongs to Lake Powell, whose vast expanse of water contrasts fascinatingly with the desert.
Day 12
Page – Zion National Park
approx. 190 km / 2.5–3 h
Today you'll arrive at Zion National Park in Utah. Driving through the famous tunnel is quite an experience, after which you'll be greeted by towering sandstone cliffs that rise like cathedrals toward the sky. In the afternoon, you can stroll along the Virgin River Walk or enjoy the views from the Canyon Overlook Trail. In the evening, you can relax in the charming town of Springdale, located right at the park entrance.
Page – Zion National Park
Day 12
approx. 190 km / 2.5–3 h
Today you'll arrive at Zion National Park in Utah. Driving through the famous tunnel is quite an experience, after which you'll be greeted by towering sandstone cliffs that rise like cathedrals toward the sky. In the afternoon, you can stroll along the Virgin River Walk or enjoy the views from the Canyon Overlook Trail. In the evening, you can relax in the charming town of Springdale, located right at the park entrance.
Day 13
Zion National Park
A full day is dedicated to Zion National Park. Shuttle buses will take you to the trailheads of the most beautiful trails. For a peaceful start, the Emerald Pools or the Canyon Overlook Trail are ideal. If you're looking for adventure, you can venture onto the Angels Landing Trail (permit required) or explore the Gorges, where you'll hike along the riverbed. At sunset, when the golden light illuminates the rocks, you'll feel the special magic of this park.
Zion National Park
Day 13
A full day is dedicated to Zion National Park. Shuttle buses will take you to the trailheads of the most beautiful trails. For a peaceful start, the Emerald Pools or the Canyon Overlook Trail are ideal. If you're looking for adventure, you can venture onto the Angels Landing Trail (permit required) or explore the Gorges, where you'll hike along the riverbed. At sunset, when the golden light illuminates the rocks, you'll feel the special magic of this park.
Day 14
Zion – Las Vegas
approx. 270 km / 3 h
Before returning to Las Vegas, you'll have time for one last short hike in the morning. Afterward, you'll bid farewell to the red rocks and travel through the vast Nevada landscapes back to the dazzling city. You'll arrive in Las Vegas in the late afternoon, where you can enjoy your final evening with a delicious dinner, a show, or a relaxing drink while taking in the breathtaking skyline.
Zion – Las Vegas
Day 14
approx. 270 km / 3 h
Before returning to Las Vegas, you'll have time for one last short hike in the morning. Afterward, you'll bid farewell to the red rocks and travel through the vast Nevada landscapes back to the dazzling city. You'll arrive in Las Vegas in the late afternoon, where you can enjoy your final evening with a delicious dinner, a show, or a relaxing drink while taking in the breathtaking skyline.
Day 15
Return trip from Las Vegas
On your last morning, you can start the day at your own pace, perhaps with a leisurely breakfast or a short stroll through one of the themed hotels. Afterward, you return your rental car and catch your flight home. With countless memories in your luggage—from cactus deserts to red rocks and deep canyons, not to mention the dazzling world of Las Vegas—you'll return home feeling like you've truly experienced one of the most diverse regions in the United States.
Return trip from Las Vegas
Day 15
On your last morning, you can start the day at your own pace, perhaps with a leisurely breakfast or a short stroll through one of the themed hotels. Afterward, you return your rental car and catch your flight home. With countless memories in your luggage—from cactus deserts to red rocks and deep canyons, not to mention the dazzling world of Las Vegas—you'll return home feeling like you've truly experienced one of the most diverse regions in the United States.
Motorhome or rental car
Experience unforgettable moments and discover the most beautiful places at your own pace. Whether it's a road trip with comfortable hotel stays or a free-spirited campervan adventure, you decide how you want your dream trip to be. We'd be delighted to help you plan.
Motorhome or rental car
Experience unforgettable moments and discover the most beautiful places at your own pace. Whether it's a road trip with comfortable hotel stays or a free-spirited campervan adventure, you decide how you want your dream trip to be. We'd be delighted to help you plan.
Price from
€2,000.00
Services
What's included
We will prepare a complete offer that includes flight, car/hotel rental or motorhome rental.
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
personal equipment
Visa and vaccinations, if required
Advice
Character of the trip
Fitness
Easy
Altitude
Gentle
Culture / nature
Nature-led
This road trip requires no special athletic skills; you decide your own pace and activities. You should be comfortable driving long distances, as daily stages can last up to approximately 6 hours. A valid driver's license is required.
You can include excursions and walks through the national parks as you wish. It can get very hot in the desert, so it's essential to bring plenty of water and protect yourself from the sun.
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