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Cultural Walking Adventure
One of this tour’s fine hotels
Our goal is always to find the most interesting and memorable lodging a region offers. Here's one of our favorites from this itinerary. For a complete list, please call or email us.
Desert Pearl Inn
A riverside oasis of sun hued stucco, timbers reclaimed from old railroad trestles, and native stone grace this beautifully landscaped property. All guest rooms are artfully appointed and feature private terraces or balconies and Adirondack chairs. Relax at the end of the day in the heated outdoor swimming pool or hot tub.
Desert Pearl InnA riverside oasis of sun hued stucco, timbers reclaimed from old railroad trestles, and native stone grace this beautifully landscaped property. All guest rooms are artfully appointed and feature private terraces or balconies and Adirondack chairs. Relax at the end of the day in the heated outdoor swimming pool or hot tub.
Where the tour begins and ends
Starting Point: St. George, Utah - 10:00 am
Ending Point: St. George, Utah - 5:00 pm
What the weather is like
The climate varies significantly between Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon and Zion National Park. Bryce Canyon and Grand Canyon are at an elevation between 6500-7500 feet, which keeps the temperatures moderate throughout the summer months. Zion is at an altitude of 4000 feet and is generally much warmer during the summer months. In Zion, we have planned our walks for the morning and late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
| Average Daily Highs (°F) |
June | July | August | Sept. |
| Bryce | 75 | 80 | 77 | 72 |
| Grand Canyon | 73 | 77 | 75 | 69 |
| Zion | 94 | 97 | 95 | 89 |
Background reading
How the Canyon Became Grand, A Short History -
Stephen J. Pyne
From worthless real estate to marvel of nature, the history of the Grand Canyon and our appreciation of the wilderness is documented by environmental historian Stephen J. Pyne.
An Introduction to Grand Canyon Geology -
Sandra Scott,
L. Greer Price
A brief illustrated guide to the formation of the canyon, its tectonic setting and the other geological features.
Inns that are out of this world
As on every Classic Journey, our Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon guided tours treat you to leisurely stays in the region’s most distinctive lodgings.Go a little off the grid
The ultimate luxury on a Bryce, Grand Canyon and Zion National Park tour is escaping away from the crowds. On all of our tours we get to the places the turisti don’t go.Reviews
"It’s difficult to choose our favorite aspect of the trip. The scenery was magnificent, the guide perfect and the group very congenia. A great trip!"Bert and Jo Ann E., Red Lodge, MT
