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Epic National Parks of the Southwest

Bryce, Grand Canyon & Zion Cultural Walking Tour

6 DaysStarting at $5,525
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Overview

Even as adults we play the "pioneer game" every time we visit this monumental trio of national parks. It goes like this: Imagine cresting the hill in your Conestoga wagon to behold these sights. How would you have reacted to canyons so deep, rock this red, bridges of stone and boulders poised on slender spires? These days, many visitors on Grand Canyon guided tours miss that sense of wonder as they RV past major points of interest. The Classic Journeys approach is different. We partner you with our knowledgeable guides who interpret what you see. (Did you know, for example, that the original Grand Canyon may have been created cataclysmically by the sudden draining of an inland sea?) We’ll make sure you get to less visited areas and experience the richness of the area’s geologic and human history. Yet we do it all without undue exertion. We’ve found easy trails—not to mention gracious lodges—to make certain that this journey of discovery is memorable in every way.

Classic Journeys provides unbeatable access to experiences around the globe.”
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Itinerary Highlights

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  • Soak in the incredible colors of the Grand Canyon during an afternoon walk
  • Savor a picnic lunch with panoramic views
  • Enjoy an 'only with Classic Journeys' walk to a footpath with cinematic views
  • Spot wildlife with your knowledgeable expert local guide
  • Explore Bryce Canyon's hoodoos, on foot at eye level
  • Stargaze with a genuine cowboy
  • Visit the home of a highly regarded painter
  • Experience an 'only with Classic Journeys' walk up a cinematic hidden slot canyon
  • Walk through the iconic Zion Narrows
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Map

  • Starting Point:

    St. George – 9:00 am – Lobby of Inn on the Cliff

  • Ending Point:

    St. George – 3:30 pm – Downtown City Center
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Walking Level

  • Daily Mileage Options: 2-7 miles

  • Route Notes:

    The terrain on this trip includes a variety of well-maintained countryside, riverside, and canyon trails of compressed dirt and stone. The footpaths offer a selection of level, rolling and hilly terrain with elevation gain and loss.
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Dates & Prices

The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won’t be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. Talk with one of our travel experts at 800-200-3887.

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Family Departure

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Hotels

Bryce Canyon Lodge

Located inside the National Park near the canyon’s rim, the Bryce Canyon Lodge is on the National Historic Register. Its grand lobby has been restored to its original rustic 1920s elegance. Relax by the fireplace after a full day of exploration.

Desert Pearl Inn

A riverside oasis of sun hued stucco, old railroad timbers and native stone grace this beautiful property. Rooms feature private terraces or balconies and Adirondack chairs. Relax at the end of the day in the heated outdoor swimming pool or hot tub.

What’s Included

  • Meals: All breakfasts, four lunches, and three dinners.
  • Hotels: Award-winning boutique properties, thoughtfully selected for their exceptional location, design, history, and regional character.
  • Tour Leader(s): Expert guides who are your well-connected local friends and provide you access to people and places you wouldn’t find on your own.
  • Supplemental Experts: Additional regional guides and specialists on select tours.
  • Transportation: All land transportation as listed in the daily itinerary, including fares for trains, ferries, and other modes of travel.
  • Privileged Access Events: One-of-a-kind access to remarkable people, places, and experiences arranged just for you, as noted in the daily itinerary.
  • Admissions & Entry Fees: Entry to tastings, historic sites, and other scheduled activities listed in the daily itinerary.
  • Baggage Transfers: Upon arrival, we whisk you and your bags directly to your room—no waiting, no tipping.
  • Gratuities : All gratuities at hotels, restaurants, and for baggage handling.
  • Dedicated Guest Services Coordinator: Your pre-trip concierge and tour expert, available to answer questions and ensure you’re fully ready to get the most out of your tour.
  • Equipment: Premium gear and expert guides for kayaking, rafting, glacial hiking, and snorkeling as outlined in the daily itinerary on select tours.
Not Included: Tour Leader gratuities, travel to and from your trip’s start and end points, and any meals or activities taken independently.

Why Choose Classic Journeys

Travel + Leisure has awarded Classic Journeys the #1 World’s Best Tour Operator multiple times and says, “Classic Journeys provides unbeatable access to experiences around the globe.” Here’s what that access means for you.
  • Experience the world on foot and at eye level. Each day, join your guide on the most cinematic footpaths in the region.
  • Exceptional full-time local guides who become your well-connected friend. Our amazing guides are with you throughout each day of the tour, share their lifelong connections as well as engaging anecdotes about the history and culture of the region.
  • Small groups that provide you unrivaled access. An average of fewer than 10 guests per departure means we can offer you special access to sites like Stonehenge so you experience the stone circle when it’s closed to the general public, a guided visit to Zion Narrows that other companies cannot arrange because of larger group sizes, and vineyard walks with a count and countess in Tuscany.
  • Award-winning hotels are waiting for you at the end of every day. Luxuriate in the finest and most distinctive accommodations in the region you’re exploring, including rainforest lodges, 16th century villas, and award-winning properties that show up on World’s Best and Gold lists.
  • Eat like (and with) the locals. Food is a foolproof way into the hearts, homes and history of the places you visit with us. From gourmet picnics to coveted local restaurants, our meals offer you opportunities to explore native food traditions and fine dining.
  • Handcrafted itineraries with all activities included. With our long-term friendships, we know our walking tour regions more personally than anyone else. So you get thoughtfully curated itineraries that combine explorations of the villages, organic farms, archeological sites and the people who know them best.
  • Sustainable travel that supports the places you’re visiting. We put our local currency into the pockets of the people who live where we travel. It’s your guarantee that you’ll have authentic, up-close experiences on your trip. Best of all, our person-to-person approach helps sustain their ways of life.

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FAQs

Why is Classic Journeys the best tour company for Bryce, Grand Canyon, and Zion tours?
If you want North America’s Southwest in cinematic color and with insider access at every turn, then Classic Journeys is your answer. You’ll walk easy trails through Bryce hoodoos, explore scenic corners of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim, splash along Zion’s epic Narrows, and picnic on panoramas that big tours pass by. It’s all curated by expert local guides, connecting you to the region’s stories, history, landscapes and hidden gems that only Classic Journeys delivers.
What does the Classic Journeys itinerary cover?
The Classic Journeys Bryce, Grand Canyon and Zion walking tour itinerary covers the best of each National park. You’ll set out on afternoon walks overlooking the Grand Canyon’s North Rim, sunrise hikes at Bryce Amphitheater, slot canyon strolls and narrows wading in Zion, and at night you get to enjoy stargazing with a cowboy. Every stop blends iconic views with “only with Classic Journeys” trails, memorable moments, and local encounters along the way.
When is the best time to visit Bryce Canyon, Zion and the Grand Canyon?
Visiting these National Parks is best in May – June and again in the fall (September), which are the sweet spots for visiting Bryce, Grand Canyon North Rim, and Zion. Trails are quieter, temperatures are comfortable, and the region’s colors are at their best—making for ideal walks and fewer crowds.
How active is this cultural walking tour?
Classic Journeys keeps the walking pace friendly and flexible, and you can expect 2 to 7 miles a day on well-maintained trails, with easy options for rolling and hilly terrain. Walks range from Bryce rim strolls to North Rim viewpoints and riverside paths in Zion. Guides tailor the experience for all abilities; families and travelers of every age feel right at home while exploring these beautiful parks.
How many guests are in each small group on the Bryce, Grand Canyon & Zion tour?
Our small groups stay intimate—typically 10 to 12 guests—making each walk, wildlife spotting, and storytelling night among the stars personal and memorable. And with an expert local guide leading the way, you’ll make friends and memories together during your trip.
How does Classic Journeys’ Southwest national parks tour compare on guide quality?
Classic Journeys stands apart for quality: small groups, expert guides who feel like well-connected friends, curated access beyond the big crowds, and walks on trails most tours never reach. You experience the Southwest’s spirit—its colors, stories, and genuine camaraderie—at a value other tours can’t match.