Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion Multisport

A 6-Day Backroads tour starting from $2,398

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Tour Length: 6 Days
Countries Visited: United States
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Tour Type:
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Tour Category: Family Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Tour Code: GCBZ-BACK
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Cities Visited:
St George

Family Trip: Explore the Natural Wonders of the Southwest on Bike & Foot
Big fun on a big scale is yours for the taking in the spectacular playgrounds of Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion. Your family will enjoy discovering the high-desert landscape, otherworldly rock formations and jaw-dropping vistas of three of the nation’s most colorful natural parks. Immerse yourselves in the beauty of the Grand Canyon following scenic trails on foot (and perhaps even on the back of a mule!), and hike among the spindly spires and pinnacles of Bryce. Venture along one of the many footpaths that zigzag through Zion Canyon. Plenty of options, time to explore at your leisure and Backroads leaders who know the native flora and fauna inside and out make this a fantastic journey for the whole family!

 
  • All meals except one dinner

  • 2 nights at the Grand Canyon Lodge North Ro

  • 2 nights at the Bryce Canyon Lodge

  • 1 night at the Cliffrose Lodge and Gardens

  • Activites per itinerary
     
    Days 1-2 Grand Canyon

    Meet in St. George Journey to the Grand Canyon across the high-desert landscape with spectacular views of the Kaibab Plateau Revel in the vastness of the canyon as you walk to our historic lodge, perched right on the North Rim While kids discover the canyon the way early explorers did - on the back of a mule! - adults hike into its depths If you're up for more, follow the secluded Widforss Trail for wide-open vistas across the canyon or take the scenic drive to Cape Royal, where you can see superb views of the Colorado River as it slices through the Earth.

    Days 3-4 Bryce Canyon

    En route to Bryce Canyon National Park admire expansive high-desert views of the Grand Staircase, stop for a picnic and walk to the remarkable Vermillion Cliffs Hike along the rim of Bryce Canyon On a trek to Queen’s Garden, discover pink hoodoos and vivid rock formations sprouting from the canyon floor Adults and older kids with strong legs can opt to bike a hilly route to Rainbow Point, the highest spot in Bryce Keep your eyes open for desert creatures, like lizards and chipmunks, as they dart playfully across the landscape Relax at our lodge set amid the pines.

    Days 5-6 Zion Savor a breezy descent out of Bryce and along a quiet bike path through red rocks and spires toward Zion National Park Venture into the Virgin River on one of Zion’s most famous hikes, the Narrows Kids learn canyoneering basics from experienced guides and instructors, while adults cap off the trip with an easygoing walk past Emerald Pools, a thrilling climb to Angels Landing or a challenging hike to Observation Point - all with spectacular views Return to St. George.
     
             
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    8/1/2010 - 8/6/2010
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    TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

  • Astonishing and beautiful geologic formations

  • Kids make like early pioneers, exploring the Grand Canyon's rim by mule

  • Hike through an impressive slot canyon in Bryce, whose walls are only ten feet apart in places

  • Pedal among crimson rocks and desert wildflowers toward Red Canyon

  • Splash your way through The Narrows in Zion
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    Single supplement is $590

    On Family Inn Trips when children share a room with two adults, and on all Family Camping Trips, youths receive the following tiered discount off the trip price:

  • 75% off for children ages 1-2
  • 40% off for ages 3-6
  • 20% off for ages 7-10
  • 10% off for ages 11-17

  • On Inn Trips when a child shares a room with one adult or two children share a room, a 10% discount applies to children 17 and younger. The third and fourth youths in a room will receive the tiered discounts described above. When one youth is in a separate room a 10% discount is applied to the trip price, but the full private room charge applies.

    Activity Level 1:
    Average time: 2 to 3 hours; Biking Average 10-20 miles; Walking Average 2-5 miles

    Activity Level 2:
    Average time: 2 to 4 hours; Biking average 21-30 miles; Walking average 5-7 miles

    Activity Level 3:
    Average time 3 to 5 hours; Biking average

    Activity Level 4
    Average time 4 to 6 hours; Biking 41-55 miles; Walking average 9-11 miles

    Activity Level 5
    Average time 5 to 7 hours; Biking average 56-75 miles; Walking average

    Day 1

    Level 1 1 Route Option Available Walking 1.5 miles 50 feet elevation gain

    Day 2

    Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available Hiking 2 - 10.2 miles 100 - 1500 feet elevation gain Mule Ride (Kids) 1 hour

    Day 3

    Level 1 3 Route Options Available Walking 1.4, 1.5, 3.7 miles 100 - 600 feet elevation gain

    Day 4

    Levels 1 to 3 4 Route Options Available Hiking 3.4, 7.2 miles 500 - 800 feet elevation gain Biking 16, 33 miles 550 - 1000+ feet elevation gain

    Day 5

    Levels 1 to 4 4 Route Options Available Biking 8, 16, 49 miles 100 - 900 feet elevation gain Hiking 5 miles 250 feet elevation gain

    Day 6

    Levels 1 to 2 4 Route Options Available Hiking (Adults) 2, 4, 5, 8.2 miles 500 - 2200 feet elevation gain Canyoneering (Kids) 5 hours

    On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.

    Grand Canyon Lodge-North Rim Grand Canyon (2 nights)
    Perched above the grandeur of the North Rim, this rustic stone-and-wood lodge is conveniently located near numerous hiking trails.

    Bryce Canyon Lodge Bryce Canyon (2 nights)
    Listed on the National Historic Register, this simple park lodge is nestled in a pine forest just steps from the canyon rim.

    Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens Zion (1 night)
    A riverside oasis in the Southwest, featuring lush gardens, an inviting pool and hot tub, play areas and a riverside beach.

     
     

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