collette tours utah national parks

Get the Hottest Deals First!

The Colorado Rockies

About this tour.

Experience the majesty of the Colorado Rockies, three national parks and two historic trains that celebrate the can-do spirit of the Old West. Marvel at the steep, dramatic majesty of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Journey aboard the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, the world’s highest cog railroad, for an 8.9-mile trip to the top of Pike’s Peak. Climb aboard an 1881 steam train for a journey through the San Juan Mountains. Drive through the ancient culture of the Ancestral Puebloans at Mesa Verde National Park (UNESCO). Enjoy an authentic farm-to-table dinner on a 450-acre, family-owned ranch. From towering peaks to deep canyons and Old West towns to dynamic cities, a region of contrasting beauty and charm awaits.

Your Tour Includes

• 4 Handpicked Accommodations

Included Highlights

• Rocky Mountain National Park
• Colorado National Monument
• Grand Junction

Your Tour at a Glance

7 Breakfasts

2 - Moderate

Travel Style

Activity Level

• Level This Tour

For specific details about this tour's activity level and other info to know before you book your trip, click here.

Extension Style

Travel styles, highlights and inclusions.

Must-See Inclusions:

Explore the massive and rugged Rocky Mountain National Park.

Travel to a vertical wilderness at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Ride a historic, narrow-gauge train from Silverton to Durango.

Cultural Experiences:

Spend two nights in Durango, a fun-filled cowboy town where you can relive the excitement of the Old West.

Journey aboard the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway to the top of Pike’s Peak.

Culinary Inclusions:

Enjoy an authentic farm-to-table dinner on a 450-acre, family-owned ranch.

• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
• Museum of the Mountain West
• Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
• Mesa Verde National Park (UNESCO)
• Pikes Peak Cog Railway
• Garden of the Gods

Book with Confidence

* With Insurance Purchased

• *No Hassle Refunds
• Traveling Well Safety
• No booking fee, *no change fees
• Top Rated Travel Protection

Share This Tour

Looking to add your itinerary for friends and family? Share your Itinerary

Getting Prepared

Know before you go, travel tips, enhance your tour.

Pre and Post Night Stay

Unique Experience

Cultural Experiences

Enhance Your Trip

• Tour Extensions

Hotel-Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Accommodations

Arrive earlier.

Pre Night: Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel From $150 per night

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

Doubletree hotel grand junction, durango strater hotel, embassy suites colorado springs, need more information.

We're here to help

Call us toll free at 800.340.5158

Trip reviews.

Live, Unedited, & Independent Traveler Reviews

Filter Reviews: All

Fellow Travelers on Tour

Related blog content, 24 hours in south dakota, how much do you know about america's national parks, america's music cities tour just got an upgrade, keep the summer spirit alive with collette’s season 106 sale, similar tours.

America's National Parks & Denver

National parks of america.

Canyon Country featuring Arizona & Utah

Pacific Northwest & California featuring Washington, Oregon and California

Islands of New England

Spotlight on New York City

Not seeing the date you want? We can help!

Call our Customer Care Team to inquire about dates beyond what's currently listed and to make an advanced reservation. You can find our full terms and conditions here .

Request a Quote

Please fill out the form below, and a Collette Expert will contact you shortly.

• Yes, I'm a Travel Professional
• Yes, I am working with a Travel Professional
• I am traveling with 8 or more travelers

Find a Travel Agency

Once you've found the perfect Collette tour, your local travel agent can assist you in making reservations. To find a preferred travel agent in your area, please enter your 5-digit zip code, then click Search.

Enter a Whole or Partial Zip Code

Please tell us everything, we want it all.

We really value your feedback, please be open an honest. Tell us where we can improve, how we can get better. This feedback is anonymous, but if you would like us to get in touch with you regarding an issue provide your email address as part of your feedback and we will get right back to you.

Talk to an Expert

View or download.

• Africa Tours
• Antarctica Expeditions
• Australia Tours
• Canada Tours
• Christmas Markets
• Costa Rica Tours
• England Tours
• Europe Tours
• Fall Foliage Tours
• France Tours
• Germany Tours
• Greece Tours
• Hawaii Tours
• Iceland Tours
• Ireland Tours
• Italy Tours
• National Park Tours
• South America Tours
• Spain Tours
• Switzerland Tours
• United States Tours
• Other Options
• By Tour Operator
• Collette Tours
• Cosmos Tours
• Escapes by Globus
• Globus Tours
• Insight Tours
• Tauck Tours
• Trafalgar Tours
• Cruise Lines
• Azamara Voyages
• Carnival Cruise Lines
• Celebrity Cruises
• Disney Cruise Line
• Holland America Line
• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Oceania Cruises
• Princess Cruises
• Regent Seven Seas
• Royal Caribbean
• Silversea Cruises
• Virgin Cruises
• Windstar Cruises
• AmaWaterways
• American Cruise Line
• Avalon Waterways
• Tauck River Cruises
• Viking River Cruises
• Uniworld River Cruises
• Book Your Cruise Online
• Dominican Republic
• Turks & Caicos
• United States
• Washington DC
• Vacations under $500
• 5 Night Vacations
• Apple Vacations
• Delta Vacations
• Pleasant Holidays
• Villa Rentals
• About Group Travel
• Plan A Group
• Join My Group
• Manage My Profile
• Tour Special Offers
• Vacations under $999
• Cruise Special Offers
• Last Minute Cruise Deals
• Signature Cruise Deals
• Tour Details

National Parks (12 Days, Standard)

A 12-day collette tours tour starting from $4,899.

Brochure Price $4,899

Get A FREE Quote

• Dates & Prices
• What's Included
• Reviews & Ratings  

Dates: 05/16/2024 - 05/28/2024

Dates: 05/17/2024 - 05/29/2024, dates: 05/18/2024 - 05/30/2024, dates: 05/21/2024 - 06/02/2024, dates: 05/23/2024 - 06/04/2024, dates: 05/24/2024 - 06/05/2024, dates: 05/26/2024 - 06/07/2024, dates: 05/28/2024 - 06/09/2024, dates: 05/30/2024 - 06/11/2024, dates: 06/01/2024 - 06/13/2024, dates: 06/04/2024 - 06/16/2024, dates: 06/08/2024 - 06/20/2024, dates: 06/11/2024 - 06/23/2024, dates: 06/25/2024 - 07/07/2024, dates: 07/20/2024 - 08/01/2024, dates: 08/03/2024 - 08/15/2024, dates: 08/10/2024 - 08/22/2024, dates: 08/24/2024 - 09/05/2024, dates: 09/02/2024 - 09/14/2024, dates: 09/03/2024 - 09/15/2024, dates: 09/04/2024 - 09/16/2024, dates: 09/05/2024 - 09/17/2024, dates: 09/06/2024 - 09/18/2024, dates: 09/07/2024 - 09/19/2024, dates: 09/08/2024 - 09/20/2024, dates: 09/10/2024 - 09/22/2024, dates: 09/12/2024 - 09/24/2024, dates: 09/14/2024 - 09/26/2024, dates: 09/17/2024 - 09/29/2024, dates: 09/19/2024 - 10/01/2024, dates: 09/20/2024 - 10/02/2024, dates: 09/21/2024 - 10/03/2024, dates: 09/24/2024 - 10/06/2024, dates: 09/26/2024 - 10/08/2024, dates: 09/28/2024 - 10/10/2024, dates: 09/30/2024 - 10/12/2024, dates: 10/03/2024 - 10/15/2024, dates: 10/05/2024 - 10/17/2024, dates: 10/06/2024 - 10/18/2024, dates: 10/08/2024 - 10/20/2024.

•  Book Flex Airfare and get Roundtrip Transfers Free
•  Triple Room Reduction available on certain tours
•  Purchase Collette's No Worries Cancellation waiver
•  Complimentary hotel to hotel baggage handling

Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation.

Documents 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.

Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.

All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.

Tour Highlights

National Parks

See Description

Sightseeing Highlights

Scottsdale Nicknamed "The West's most Western Town," Scottsdale, Arizona, is a bustling city of just over 220,000 people. Bordering the city of Phoenix, Scottsdale is known for its golfing and spa resorts and its beautiful desert landscape. Besides the world-class resorts, downtown Scottsdale has numerous buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of its Old Town where the Old West meets the New West.

Grand Canyon Discover one of the world's natural wonders, the iconic Grand Canyon. Behold its amazing, colorful and ever-changing views. The canyon 's towering cliffs plunge an average of 5,249 feet to the turbulent Colorado River below. The beautiful layers of colorful rock reveal the earth 's history spanning a stunning 1.75 billion years. Scientists studied the canyon 's layers, along with fossils and sediment, to map the world 's evolution. The U.S. government began to explore and chart the area in the early 1800s and it was officially named a national park in 1919.

Lake Powell Created in 1963 when the Glen Canyon Dam was built on the Canyon River, sits the second-largest man-made lake in America: Lake Powell. With depths of 3700', it is a playground for house-boating activities and water sports. Set against a backdrop of red rocks, Lake Powell offers landmarks such as Rainbow Bridge, Cathedral Canyon and Hole in the Rock.

Zion Zion is a National Park located in the southwestern U.S. near Springdale, Utah. The park was established on November 19th, 1919. A main feature of the 229 square mile park is Zion Canyon which is 15 miles long and half a mile deep. Hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding and nature walks are all popular activities in the park.

Bryce Canyon A small national park in southwestern Utah, Bryce Canyon is named after the Mormon Pioneer Ebenezer Bryce, and became a national park in 1928. Known for its unique geology, consisting of a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters, slot canyons, windows, fins, and spires called "hoodoos", Bryce is a virtual stone forest tinted with colors too numerous and subtle to name.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City is the capital and most populous city in the state of Utah. Salt Lake was settled in 1847 by Brigham Young and his followers of the Mormon Church. The city is known as the center for the LDS or Mormon Church. The city has a strong outdoor recreation tourist industry, mostly focused on skiing, and was the host of the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Jackson Hole Jackson Hole, originally called Jackson 's Hole, is a valley located in Wyoming. The word “Hole” derives from language used by early trappers or mountain men who primarily entered the valley from the north and east and had to descend along relatively steep slopes, giving the sensation of entering a hole. These low-lying valleys are surrounded by mountains and contain rivers and streams which were good habitat for beaver and other fur-bearing animals.

Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks Grand Teton National Park is a U.S. national park in the Rocky Mountains in northwestern Wyoming. Grand Teton was established on February 26th, 1919. The park is approximately 310,000 acres in size. The park is named for Grand Teton, the tallest mountain in the Teton Range at 13,775 feet high. Primarily located in the state of Wyoming, the park also extends into Montana and Idaho. Yellowstone is said to be the first national park in the world. The park is famous for its wildlife and geothermal features, especially Old Faithful Geyser, which is one of the most popular features of the park. Yellowstone comprises an area of 3,468.4 square miles featuring lakes, canyons, rivers and mountain ranges.

Old Faithful Old Faithful is a geyser located in Yellowstone National Park in the state of Wyoming. It is one of the most predicable geographical features on Earth, erupting almost every 63 minutes. When the geyser erupts it can shoot anywhere from 3,700 to 8,400 gallons of boiling water to a height of 106 to 185 feet lasting from 1.5 to 5 minutes.

Sheridan Sheridan is a city in Sheridan County, Wyoming. Sheridan is a boom or bust town, having been supported by the oil, gas and coal exploration of the surrounding area. Sheridan now markets itself as a tourist destination where people can come to experience the 'old ' West and the 'new ' West. The town is a popular destination for people visiting the Black Hills or Yellowstone National Park.

Bighorn Mountains The Bighorn Mountains are a mountain range in northern Wyoming and southern Montana. They form a northwest trending spur stretching from the Rocky Mountains extending approximately 200 miles northward on the Great Plains. The highest peaks within the Bighorns are located in Wyoming in Bighorn National Forest. The two tallest peaks in the forest, Cloud Peak and Black Tooth Mountain, rise over 13,000 feet in height.

Crazy Horse Memorial Crazy Horse Memorial, the world 's largest mountain sculpture now in progress, is located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The nine-story-high face of Crazy Horse, a visionary leader committed to preserving the traditions and values of the Lakota way of life, was completed in 1998 when work shifted to the 22-story-high massive horse 's head. The work was begun in 1948 by sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski at the request of Native Americans. Korczak determined that the memorial would be more than just a sculpture…it would be a humanitarian project telling present and future generations the story of Native American peoples by collecting and preserving outstanding examples of Indian culture and heritage. Visitors to the memorial can view the progress of the sculpture as well as tour an Indian museum, cultural center, the sculptor 's studio and orientation center. Although Korczak died in 1982, his wife, Ruth, and their family continue the project working with the Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation.

Mount Rushmore Mount Rushmore is a sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore near Keystone, South Dakota. Mt. Rushmore features 60-foot sculptures of the heads of four U.S. Presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. The faces were sculpted between 1934 and 1939. Mt. Rushmore attracts more than 2 million people annually.

Experience the grandeur of the American West as you explore five fantastic national parks on this exciting journey. In Arizona, contemplate the vast beauty of the Grand Canyon, and in Yellowstone, relish iconic sights like Old Faithful and Yellowstone Lake. Marvel at the magnitude and color of Zion 's cliffs and the hoodoos and spires at Bryce Canyon. Enjoy 2-night stays in Springdale, Utah (Zion) and Jackson Hole. Drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and the great Sioux Nations Territory before seeing Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument. Meet a local Lakota Native American at dinner and learn about their fascinating way of life, past and present. Gain new appreciation of the great outdoors on this journey that takes you from the Grand Canyon to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and everywhere in between.

Year Round Offers

• Book Flex Airfare and get Roundtrip Transfers Free
• Triple Room Reduction available on certain tours
• Purchase Collette's No Worries Cancellation waiver
• Complimentary hotel to hotel baggage handling

Day 1: Scottsdale, Arizona - Tour Begins Journey through five of America 's most incredible national parks. Your tour opens in Arizona where you will enjoy a stay in the world-famous resort town of Scottsdale. This evening, join your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand Canyon Begin the day with a visit to the artists' colony of Sedona and see the amazing rock formations that change hue with each turn in the road. Afterward, travel through the beautiful scenery before arriving at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World - the spectacular Grand Canyon. Upon arrival, relax at one of the many public seating areas overlooking the immense and colorful canyon. Take a moment to reflect as you stand in awe of this iconic natural treasure. Before dinner you may wish to take a short hike to explore the area. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Grand Canyon - Lake Powell Today, head to the Carl Hayden Visitors Center and look out over Glen Canyon Dam to see the end of Lake Powell. Later, arrive at Lake Powell for dinner and sunset views of the lake. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: Lake Powell - Springdale, Utah On the way to Utah, take in the views across Marble Canyon from historic Navajo Bridge, 467 feet above the Colorado River. Later, stop in Kanab, which locals refer to as “Little Hollywood” due to its history as a filming location for many western movies and TV series such as Stagecoach, the Lone Ranger and Gunsmoke. Arrive in Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park and your home for two nights. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: Springdale - Zion National Park - Springdale Today 's destination is Zion National Park, very likely one of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the world, just in sheer magnitude and color. Climb aboard Zion 's open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the 2,400-foot deep, half-mile wide Zion Canyon. This afternoon, it 's your choice! Visit the Zion Human History Museum to learn more about the park -OR- continue to enjoy time in the great outdoors exploring the park independently. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: Springdale - Bryce Canyon National Park - Salt Lake City Today's journey takes you to Bryce Canyon National Park, truly one of the most spectacular scenic wonders of the world. The formations within the park, called Hoodoos, are the creation of wind and water erosion over eons of time. Iron oxidizing within the rock causes the natural orange and red hues that color these formations. Enjoy a hike along the Rim Trail looking into the expansive Bryce Amphitheater, from overlooks at Sunrise and Sunset Points. A drive north takes you to Salt Lake City, the “City of the Saints,” for a 1-night stay. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 7: Salt Lake City - Jackson Hole, Wyoming En route to Wyoming, see the majestic Bear Lake Summit. Later, arrive in the cowboy town of Jackson and experience a fun-filled evening of cowboy entertainment and a traditional chuck wagon* dinner. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 8: Jackson Hole The day is yours to enjoy Jackson Hole. From hiking and river-rafting to shopping and sampling the local cuisine, there are endless activities to make the most of your day. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 9: Jackson Hole - Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks From Jackson Hole, pass through Grand Teton National Park. Towering more than a mile above the valley of Jackson Hole, the Grand Teton rises to 13,770 feet. Twelve Teton peaks reach above 12,000 feet and support a dozen mountain glaciers. The Teton Range is the youngest range in the Rockies and displays some of North America's oldest rocks. Later, arrive at the amazing Yellowstone National Park** and explore the park 's incredible sights. Experience the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser, a fountain of steam that rises more than 130 feet in the air. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 10: Yellowstone - Cody - Sheridan A delightful day of sightseeing begins with a trip along Yellowstone Lake and over Sylvan Pass. As you pass through Cody, stop at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, a tribute to one of the most well-known figures of the Old West. Before turning in for the night in Sheridan, drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and journey through the territory of the Great Sioux Nation. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 11: Sheridan - Rapid City, South Dakota Visit Crazy Horse Memorial, a monument dedicated to Native Americans. Visit the Native American Cultural Center to learn more about local customs, when Native Americans discuss the movements of their dances and the significance of different clothes. Later, see one of the country 's most famous landmarks, Mount Rushmore, whose four figures carved in stone represent the first 150 years of American history. At tonight 's farewell dinner you will meet a local Lakota Native American and learn all about their fascinating way of life, past and present. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 12: Rapid City - Tour Ends Your tour comes to a close, leaving you with many wonderful memories. (Meals: None)

· 11 night accommodations.

· Centrally-located hotels provide a home away from home.

· Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling

· A professional tour manager accompanies you throughout your trip.

· Expert local guides provide insightful, personalized tours.

· Unparalleled sightseeing includes all of the "must-sees."

· Enriching cultural experiences bring the destination to life.

· Private climate-controlled motor-coach enhances your tour.

· Free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour (within 50 miles of nearest airport gateway).

· 17 meals. Welcome and farewell dinners feature local specialties.

No current offers.

Review This Tour

Reviews & ratings.

This tour has no reviews yet. Have you experienced this tour? Write a review! .

Have a group already?

Did you know that groups can earn exclusive offers, discounts & even free travel? Contact us today for more details.

An Expert Travel Agent Is Standing By

1-800-942-3301

BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!

No Atlas Booking Fees

Free Expert Travel Advice

Award Winning Service

Over 25 Years in Business

Member of BBB, IATAN, ASTA, CLIA

Need Assistance?

Our team is at your service to help you with your booking issues or answer any related questions

Saving Review

We’re here to help., using a travel agent is free and has many benefits:.

• FREE Planning Services & Expert Advice
• FREE Cruise Price Alerts
• FREE Monthly Digital Magazine
• Exclusive Benefits, Offers & Unique Experiences
• No Booking Fees Or Hidden Charges

Tell us how to reach you to get started.

• Popular Destinations
• River Cruise Lines
• Vacation Packages
• Travel Articles
• Travel Blog
• Terms Of Use
• Atlas Reviews
• About Atlas

Canyon Country (8 Days, Standard)

Escorted tour details, a 8-day collette tours tour starting from $2,999.00.

Dates & Prices

• What's Included

Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation.

Documents 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.

All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.

Escorted Tour Highlights

National Parks

See Description

Sightseeing Highlights

Scottsdale Nicknamed "The West's most Western Town," Scottsdale, Arizona, is a bustling city of just over 220,000 people. Bordering the city of Phoenix, Scottsdale is known for its golfing and spa resorts and its beautiful desert landscape. Besides the world-class resorts, downtown Scottsdale has numerous buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of its Old Town where the Old West meets the New West.

Oak Creek Canyon A river gorge in Arizona between Flagstaff and Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon is known as the smaller cousin of the Grand Canyon. Rated as one of the top five drives by Rand McNally, the Oak Creek Canyon Drive is a photographer's dream. Towering red rocks, rushing streams and the occasional waterfall make the 13-mile canyon a non-stop Kodak moment.

Kaibab National Forest Bordering the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon is the 1.6 million acres of Kaibab National Forest. A wealth of flora thrives here. The higher elevations are dense with ponderosa pine, juniper, spruce and ash and the lower forest floor has smatterings of sagebrush, bitterbrush and cliffrose. In addition to the greenery, there are numerous animals such as whitetail deer, coyote and mountain lion that make Kaibab their home.

Grand Canyon Discover one of the world's natural wonders, the iconic Grand Canyon. Behold its amazing, colorful and ever-changing views. The canyon 's towering cliffs plunge an average of 5,249 feet to the turbulent Colorado River below. The beautiful layers of colorful rock reveal the earth 's history spanning a stunning 1.75 billion years. Scientists studied the canyon 's layers, along with fossils and sediment, to map the world 's evolution. The U.S. government began to explore and chart the area in the early 1800s and it was officially named a national park in 1919.

Lake Powell Cruise

Rafting on Horseshoe Bend

Bryce Canyon A small national park in southwestern Utah, Bryce Canyon is named after the Mormon Pioneer Ebenezer Bryce, and became a national park in 1928. Known for its unique geology, consisting of a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters, slot canyons, windows, fins, and spires called "hoodoos", Bryce is a virtual stone forest tinted with colors too numerous and subtle to name.

Zion National Park As Utah's first National Park, Zion became a national park in 1919. The word Zion translates from the Hebrew as a place of safety or refuge. This area that has been settled by people since 6000 BC and became home to Mormon pioneers in the 1860s. A staggering mix of canyons and sandstone mountains, Zion today welcomes over 3 million visitors a year and is Utah's most visited national park.

Las Vegas A desert oasis, Las Vegas is also known as Sin City. With the legalization of gambling in Nevada in 1931, Las Vegas became a hotspot for casino owners. Today it bills itself as the Entertainment Capital of the World with its mega casinos and entertainment venues.

Year Round Offers

• Book Flex Airfare and get Roundtrip Transfers Free
• Triple Room Reduction available on certain tours
• Purchase Collette's No Worries Cancellation waiver
• Complimentary hotel to hotel baggage handling

Day 1: Scottsdale, Arizona - Tour Begins Explore the famous canyons of the American West on a journey featuring three national parks. Start your journey in Scottsdale and join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand Canyon Area* Start your day in Sedona, where the sun shines against stunning sandstone formations. Soak in the inviting atmosphere and colorful vistas while browsing the many arts and crafts shops. Make your way through the Kaibab National Forest before reaching the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Grand Canyon Area - Lake Powell Follow the winding landscape along East Rim Drive, bringing you to Cameron Trading Post. For nearly a century, the post has acted as a haven for travelers, traders, and explorers. Continue north through mesa-studded desert before arriving at your home for the next two evenings - overlooking the stunning blue waters of Lake Powell. Enjoy dinner and relax as you take in the picture-perfect canyon lake. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: Lake Powell - Horseshoe Bend - Lake Powell This morning, embark on a guided rafting adventure to the iconic Horseshoe Bend and experience the peaceful grandeur of the Colorado River. Look for fish in the crystal clear water, birds nesting on the banks of the river and possibly herd of big horns along the way. You 'll look up in awe at the soaring cliffs above Horseshoe Bend as you learn the stories of the ancestral Puebloan people who lived in the area. Later this afternoon, cruise through Wahweap Bay and enjoy the breathtaking views on the lake. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: Lake Powell - Bryce Canyon National Park - Springdale, Utah (Zion) Your journey continues at Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its ethereal spires known as hoodoos. These rock formations, created over thousands of years by wind and water, display natural orange and red hues that contrast with the deep green forests in the park. Take in the sprawling vistas as you wander along Sunset Point, leading into Sunrise Point Rim Trail. Your day ends in Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: Zion National Park In sheer magnitude and color, few places on Earth match the beauty of Zion National Park. Marvel at red and white sandstone cliffs as you take a full day to explore Utah 's first national park. Climb aboard Zion 's open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the 2,400-foot deep, half-mile wide Zion Canyon. This afternoon, it 's your choice! Delve into the area 's native American heritage and pioneer culture at the Zion Human History Museum -OR- venture off on your own to explore the park independently. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 7: Springdale - Las Vegas, Nevada Trade nature 's beauty for the lights of the Vegas strip. This four-mile stretch of road features neon-lit resorts and around-the-clock action. This afternoon, toast to the end of your journey at a farewell lunch with your fellow travelers. Make the most of your free time this evening to experience the best that Vegas has to offer. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 8: Las Vegas - Tour Ends Depart for home with memories of colorful canyons and winding valleys. (Meals: None)

Collette Tours

· 7 night accommodations.

· Centrally-located hotels provide a home away from home.

· Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling

· A professional tour manager accompanies you throughout your trip.

· Expert local guides provide insightful, personalized tours.

· Unparalleled sightseeing includes all of the "must-sees."

· Enriching cultural experiences bring the destination to life.

· Private climate-controlled motor-coach enhances your tour.

· Free round trip sedan service that takes you from your home to the airport when you purchase an air-inclusive Collette tour (within 50 miles of nearest airport gateway).

· 10 meals. Welcome and farewell dinners feature local specialties.

No current offers.

Similar Escorted Tours

From: $2,999.00

Get A Quote

Fill up the form below to tell us what you're looking for

Copyright © 2024 Atlas Travel Center, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

SIGN UP FOR SAVINGS

• FREE tour planning service & destination advice
• Exlusive benefits & offers, up to 40% savings *
• Never any booking fees or hidden charges

Tell us how to reach you to get started.

* Some restrictions apply. Not available with all tour operators. See agent for more details.

• Skip to primary navigation
• Skip to main content
• Skip to primary sidebar
• Skip to footer

TravelAwaits

Our mission is to serve the 50+ traveler who's ready to cross a few items off their bucket list.

See 5 Amazing National Parks In 12 Days On This Tour

• News and Tips
• Travel News

Planning a trip to a national park can be challenging, but planning to visit five national parks in around 2 weeks can be nerve-wracking.

Now, there’s a stress-free way to plan what very well could be the trip of a lifetime: Let the experts at tour operator Collette work out the details.

Travelers on its 12-day “National Parks of America” tour will have the chance to explore five national parks, beginning with Grand Canyon National Park. What’s more, as the tour makes its way north, travelers will also see famous sights such as Mount Rushmore National Memorial and the Crazy Horse Monument.

“There are so many natural beauties across the Southwest,” Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and chief customer experience officer at family-owned tour operator Collette, told TravelAwaits . “Collette travelers get to see them all as part of the ‘Natural Parks of America’ tour. Our product design team works hard to ensure that our tours feature all of the must-see spectacles of the region, including the Grand Canyon and Mount Rushmore.” 

The Tour’s Itinerary

Travelers on the National Parks of America tour will have the chance to “experience the grandeur of the American West,” as they explore five national parks over the course of 12 days, according to Collette .

“In Arizona, contemplate the vast beauty of the Grand Canyon, and in Yellowstone, relish iconic sights like Old Faithful and Yellowstone Lake,” Collette explains. “Marvel at the magnitude and color of Zion’s cliffs and the hoodoos and spires at Bryce Canyon.”

The trip also winds through the Bighorn Mountains and the Sioux Nations Territory before reaching Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument.

The National Parks of America tour’s highlights include visits to:

• Grand Canyon National Park
• Lake Powell
• Bryce Canyon National Park
• Zion National Park
• Salt Lake City, Utah
• Jackson Hole, Wyoming
• Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks
• Old Faithful in Yellowstone
• Sheridan, Wyoming
• Bighorn Mountains
• Crazy Horse Memorial
• Mount Rushmore

The Tour’s Other Experiences

Collette’s National Parks of America tour, which starts in Scottsdale, Arizona, includes several cultural experiences as well.

For instance, the tour includes a visit to the artists’ colony of Sedona, meetings with Native Americans to discuss their culture and way of life, and a stop at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, which features a tribute to Buffalo Bill Cody.

There’s even a chuck wagon dinner and cowboy entertainment.

Seats, which start at $4,799 per person, are still available for August 19–30, 2023; August 25–September 5, 2023; August 26–September 6, 2023; and other trips in September and October.

You can see the trip’s full itinerary, learn about its highlights, find info about adding excursions, and even book reservations at Collette’s National Parks of America webpage .

While you’re thinking about an epic journey, be sure to read all our U.S. National Parks content, including:

• 14 Best Hidden Gem National Parks In The U.S.
• 15 Best National Park Properties Our Readers Love
• 8 National Parks To Visit In 2023, According To Park Rangers

Jim Fulcher has been a writer and editor his entire career. In addition to writing, he also enjoys traveling--particularly in an RV. Over the course of numerous trips, Jim has driven an RV through West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. His favorite national park is Yellowstone, which he has visited three times.

• 141 View All Tours
• 8 Africa Tours
• 8 Asia Tours
• 6 Australia Tours
• 86 Europe Tours
• 36 North America Tours
• 3 South America Tours

Our Destinations

• Middle East
• North America
• South America

Tour Styles

Enjoy a refined take on the art of group travel.

Experience true adventures on these Collette small group tours.

Set out on inspiring journey on these faith-based travel experiences.

Explore the world's most beautiful waterways.

Come to know your destination during a single-hotel stay.

Why Guided Travel

Sit back, relax, and let us handle all the details. You won't miss a thing.

Enhance your tour with this easy to use mobile companion.

Combine two tours into one grand adventure.

Making the travel experience a force for good.

No worries, we're with you every step of the way.

Going guided gets you more for your money.

Find travel tips, travel advice, and answers to some of the most commonly asked travel questions here.

Meet the Tour Managers that enhance your travel experience at every turn.

Travel Planning

Current tour and destination information based on world events.

Current travel requirements by country including entry and exit information.

Your questions regarding travel requirements, trip interruptions, payments and refunds.

Get Your Money Back. Any Reason, Every Tour. No Blackout Dates or Restrictions.

• To book, call Interval Travel at 877.273.7737

The Colorado Rockies From $2,999 pp* Featuring National Parks and Historic Trains

*Rate is per person, land only, double occupancy, tour inclusions and available options may vary based on departure date. Please select a date below for more details.

• Exploration

Set out on an inspiring journey on these faith-based travel experiences.

Your Tour at a Glance

Tour Activity Level

The activity level for this tour:

You’re a leisurely traveler. You typically take it easy and discover the energy of a new place by people-watching or soaking in the atmosphere at a local café. You can climb at least one flight of stairs, board a coach, and walk unassisted at a relaxed pace for up to 60 minutes without difficulty. You can easily handle altitudes up to 5,000 feet.

You like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can partake in a two-hour leisurely walking tour, covering up to two miles (with included breaks). You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. There may be 1 to 2 days on this tour when walking tours can cover 3 to 4 miles over uneven terrain. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet.

You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

You’re ready to seize the day, whatever it may bring. You lead an active life at home (walking, biking, and half or full day hikes are things you may enjoy) and 10,000 steps a day is normal for you. You can handle longer walking tours (more than 3 hours covering 3+ miles at a steady clip) and activities that involve traversing uneven terrain, steep slopes, standing for periods of time, and varying altitudes and temperatures. You don’t mind being on the go with some early starts, late-nights, and full days. You can handle altitudes of 9,000 feet or higher with little to no issue. This level is not appropriate for travelers who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility assistance devices.

The Colorado Rockies featuring National Parks and Historic Trains

Use the selector below to choose a date that works best for you

Select a year:

Not seeing the date you want?

To book a departure date that is beyond the current range of departure dates listed, please call our Customer Care Team to make your pre-release reservation now. Take a look at our term and conditions here .

Choose your dates

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Travel tips, full itinerary.

We are currently building the itinerary for the tour date you have selected.

Available Offers

Look for tours with our select Seasonal offers badge. Travel during select times of the year and you can see the world in a whole new way.

When you book by 04/30/2024

use code SAVEAPR Offer Details

Special Offers Disclaimer

Enhance your trip, optional excursions.

Add some more spice to your tour with this optional excursions.

Pre and Post Night Stays

Enjoy arriving early or checking out late with our Pre and Post night stays.

Tour Extensions

Extension style.

The extension style for this tour:

Independent

You’re accompanied by a Tour Manager throughout the extension, except for any time that’s set aside for independent discovery.

You’re accompanied by a Tour Manager part of the time, for some guided excursions. The rest of the time, you’re at leisure to explore the destination your own way.

You’re not accompanied by a Tour Manager during your extension stay. You’ll access locales you wish to visit on your own, and are free to create your own adventure.

Traveler Reviews

From $2,999 pp *

9 Days • 12 Meals

Thank you for your review! We look forward to traveling with you again soon.

Thank you for sharing your review, we have passed along your feedback to our team.

We are pleased to hear you had a great time on our Colorado Rockies tour! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us, we hope to see you again soon!

Thank you for joining us and for sharing your feedback! We look forward to traveling with you again soon.

Review on 10/27/2022

Review on 10/19/2022.

Hello, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We have forwarded your feedback to our Traveler Relations team and a member of the team will reach out to you to discuss your specific issues and concerns. Your feedback is very important to us, we appreciate your patience as we work to resolve your issues.

Review on 10/18/2022

Review on 10/17/2022, review on 10/14/2022.

Thank you for joining us on our Colorado Rockies tour and for sharing your experience with us. We have forwarded your feedback to our Traveler Relations team and a member of the team will reach out to you to discuss your specific issues and concerns. We look forward to traveling with you again soon!

Review on 10/13/2022

Review on 10/12/2022, review on 10/11/2022, review on 10/10/2022, review on 10/03/2022.

Hello, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We have forwarded your feedback to our Traveler Relations team and the member of the team will reach out to you to discuss your specific issues and concerns. Your feedback is very important to us, we appreciate your patience as we work to resolve your issues.

Review on 09/26/2022

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We have forwarded your feedback to our Traveler Relations team.

Review on 09/05/2022

Outstanding.

We are pleased to hear you had a great time on our Pacific Northwest & California tour! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us, we hope to see you again soon!

We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time on tour with Seth and Nathan! Thank you for joining us to the Colorado Rockies, we look forward to traveling with you again soon!

Majestic Mountains

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to traveling with you again soon!

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We have forwarded your feedback about the hotel to our product team. They will review it and use it to improve the tour for future guests. If you would like to set up time with one of our customer care representatives to share more about your experience we would be happy to set that up for you. We appreciate you being a loyal traveler with us and hope to travel with you again soon.

Review on 06/01/2022

Review on 05/30/2022, great tour the rockies are amazing., all in all, great trip, very attentive to our needs., great organization, enjoyed the trip very much., fun in colorado, awesome tourguide; tour itself was "just" good, they made the trip relaxing and fun, my 9th trip to colorado, but this one, the best., my trip was a graduation gift from my grandmother., we'd use collette again maybe portugal, a trip well worth the money, professional, we had a great trip through the rocky mountains, we already gave our input to jennifer. very happy with the trip overall., complete disappointment.

Thank you for contacting us again regarding your tour to Colorado. We're sorry to hear you were disappointed with certain aspects of the tour. Our records indicate you have been in touch with our Guest Relations Team and we have sent out a letter of apology and travel voucher based on your feedback.

Enjoyable experience

It was nice., a wonderful experience, well organized, pleasant tour., collette takes care of their travelers., well led trip, a great colorado trip, a truly wonderful experience..

Colorado Rocks - Literally and Figuratively!

A worthwhile trip

Our trip to the highs (colorado rockies) and the depths (canyons), well worth the money, very enjoyable time in the colorado rockies. beautiful fall scenery., love to see the national parks., below expectations.

Hello, thank you for sharing this feedback with us about the food and hotel quality on tour. We have passed this along to members of our team for review. We appreciate you and value your insight as it helps us to improve our tours for future guests. We look forward to traveling with you again soon.

First timer with Collette

Our tour manager, heather larson, made the trip very special., see above statement., see above comments., good tour but......, another great opportunity to see our national parks., beautiful scenery, excellent trip.- very educational., the tour guide was excellent and the driver was as well. there was a probl..., excellent tour manager and bus driver. the local guides add so much to the..., trip worth taking, drop strater hotel; include tips for guide and driver; more free time., overall , loved it., good service by collette us, places we have never been, easy to deal with, tired in colorado, beautiful part of the us, great experience with booking the trip., very good experience, best memories, colorado rockies were awsome, thank you for a wonderful vacation., it was a great tour and well worth taking, an amazing country., always on time, very happy with home office., great time in colorado, overall, it was a good experience., colorado rockies adventure.

Hello! Please accept our sincere apology for the conditions you experienced on tour. We have forwarded your feedback regarding the timing of the sightseeing to our Product Development Team. They will be reviewing this feedback and using it to enhance this tour for our future guests.  Thank you for bringing this to our attention. If you would like us to set up a time to chat with our customer care team to hear more about your experience, please let us know.

Excellent!!

Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff., collette--for a fun trip, highly recommended, had a wonderful time until last hotel..

• Load More Reviews

Other Tours

Get the Hottest Deals First!

Send itinerary to a friend, tell your friends about this tour.

TTC family of brands

My Trafalgar

Destinations

Get Inspired

866 513 1995

See More Utah Trips

5 million happy guests and counting

Good morning

Good evening

"I love introducing our guests to my big outdoor playground of Utah and watching them reconnect with nature among all the towering mesas, rugged mountains, giant canyons and magical rock formations".

Travel Director

Take a scenic drive along an "All American Road"

Embark on the road trip of a lifetime on our Utah trips when we journey to the hiking haven of Kodachrome Basin State Park along the legendary Scenic Byway 12. This All American Road is one of the world’s most beautiful on earth, lined with orange hoodoos, rock archways, pine forests and sweeping vistas at every twist and turn. 

Visit the Canyonlands National Park

You’ll feel like you’re dreaming as you look out over the Colorado River carving through the surreal desert landscape and flat-topped mesas of Canyonlands National Park. We’ll head to the top of the Island in the Sky for spectacular views over the landscape, plus take on the scenic hikes to Whale Rock, Grand View Point Overlook and Green River Overlook.

Explore the Bryce Canyon National Park

Filled with vast amphitheatres and ethereal hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park must be Mother Nature’s showground. We’ll venture into the otherworldly landscapes of rusty red spires and carved plateaus, with plenty of stunning hiking paths and viewpoints to choose from like the Rim Trail hiking path that takes you deep into this gravity-defying world.

Hike to Grand View Point Overlook

As you look out over the incredible red rock formations of Arches National Park, you can’t help but wonder if this was once a giant’s sculpture playground. We’ll take you deep into these striking landscapes, embarking on a scenic hike to reach one of the most iconic Utah attractions - the Delicate Arch - so beautifully carved out by nature’s magic touch.

Wander around the Zion National Park

You’ll tick off one of the very best destinations in Utah on our trip to Zion National Park, an enchanting land of soaring red cliffs, lush forest trails, coursing rivers and the fairytale oasis of waterfalls and hanging gardens at Emerald Pools. We’ll let you in on all the best hikes in the park, including the Watchmen Trail, Angel’s Landing and Hidden Canyon.

Our top 5 things to do in Utah

The whole state is an incredible natural paradise, and we’ll show you all the best things to do in Utah from the national parks to the top scenic drives and hikes.

Natural History Museum of Utah

This incredible museum tells the story of Utah’s natural history through more than 1.5 million objects and specimens, starting at the prehistoric bedrock and moving on to giant dinosaur fossils and fascinating artefacts from the first peoples. The museum building is an architectural marvel in itself, and you can’t miss this museum when in Salt Lake City.

Utah Museum of Fine Arts

This superb museum of fine arts showcases nearly 20,000 original works of art and you can spend hours wandering the halls with everything from ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces. Discover artworks from India, Mesoamerica and Polynesia and marvel at a Europe collection of works from the 14th to 19th centuries.

Church History Museum

Dedicated to the spiritual and cultural legacy of the Latter-day Saints Church, this Utah museum is filled with artworks, photographs, clothing, tools and furniture spanning almost two centuries of Mormon church history. You can even view the seer stone used by Joseph Smith to produce the Book of Mormon and the first edition printing press.

Best museums in Utah

It may be big on the outdoors, but some of the best places to visit in Utah are its museums, with everything from centuries-old church history to a superb collection of fine art.

Utah scones

Move over dainty British scones, and say hello to Utah scones, the deep-fried puffy delights smothered in powdered sugar and honey butter. Similar to beignets or Native American fry bread, these little pillows of hot fried dough are absolutely delicious, and they get even better when you dip it in the liquified butter melded with honey. Bliss!

Pastrami burger

Made from a beautiful blend of Greek, Jewish and American food cultures, the Pastrami burger is all Utah. Made with a charbroiled beef patty, shaved pastrami, melted cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and fry sauce (another local specialty), this is one of the best burgers you’ll taste in the whole country. 

Green Jello

Utah loves Jell-O. As the official state snack of Utah, the locals here eat more Jell-O than any other state in the US, and it’s renowned as a beloved dessert of the Mormons. Utah even holds a statewide Jell-O week every year to celebrate the jiggly treat, and you’ve just got to try some green Jell-O on your Utah vacations. 

Best food in Utah

After days spent hiking the stunning landscapes, your Utah travel guide will show you how to refuel Utah-style, from indulgent burgers to fried scones.

What to pack for Utah

Hiking shoes

With some of the country’s best hiking paths and national park trails, a reliable pair of hiking boots is a necessity for your Utah trip.

Home to some of the world’s darkest skies and several designated Dark Sky Parks, you’ll love stargazing in Utah and a star chart will help identify the twinkling constellations.

Camera & extra SD card

You’ll need your camera when you meet Tom Till, a renowned national park photographer, who will show you how to take the best photos to remember your Utah vacations.

Portable charger

With hours spent exploring the spectacular Utah national parks, be sure to bring a portable charger to keep your devices going all day.

Bring a lightweight backpack to store your water bottle, snacks, sunscreen and keep your hands free on all your incredible Utah hikes.

Our North & Central America destinations

United States

US National Parks

San Francisco

South Dakota

Other worldwide regions we visit

Get your free brochure

Find your next escape with the world's leading travel brand

Request A Brochure

Award winning tours

Every year, we're proud to win some of the most prestigious travel accolades around the world - from the Travel Globes to the Agent's Choice Awards

Search Our Tours

Help & Info

WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Unedited Reviews

Our Destination Management Companies

Frequently Asked Questions

Travel Updates

Media & Press Room

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Travel Planning

Get Your Free Brochure

Travel Insurance

Booking Conditions

Trip Deposit Level

Recommendations

Trafalgar Tours Limited is a proud member of  The Travel Corporation  family of companies.

#SimplyTrafalgar

Travel House, Rue du Manoir St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2JH

Selected Region

United Kingdom

New Zealand

South Africa

Copyright 2024 Trafalgar. All rights reserved.

Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy

Cookie Policy