America's Magnificent National Parks - end Denver, Small Group
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Explore America's top national parks on this 15-Day guided tour. After an evening in Scottsdale, start your journey in bohemian Sedona, where spiritual seekers and nature lovers alike will revel in its red-hued mountainous landscape. Take a short jaunt to the Grand Canyon, where a Local Expert will show you the wonders of America’s most famed natural beauty. In Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Make Travel Matter and board all-terrain vehicles and ride through the desert with your Navajo guide. Glide through Zion National Park on a private shuttle, before watching the red cliffs and valleys give way to the Rocky Mountains of Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Finally, scale the 563-foot-tall Crazy Horse Memorial and stand face-to-face with the stone carving of the Lakota warrior.
Duration 15 days
Destination Denver
Company Insight Vacations
Availability From 02/05/2026 to 22/08/2026
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What's Included?
- Highlights
- 6 Dinner (D)14 Breakfast (B)1 Lunch (L)Choose between two carefully selected activitiesZion National Park: Explore the natural beauty of Zion National Park on a guided hike to the famed Emerald Pools
- Zion National Park: Visit the Zion Nature Center at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, the most well known of Zion’s earth-friendly endeavours
- Learn about the centre's development and the active role it takes in supporting the local environment through educational programs and activities
- Choose between two carefully selected activitiesUcross: Live the American frontier dream with a scenic morning country horseback ride
- Ucross: Take a leisurely fishing outing and enjoy the serene surroundings
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency
- We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available)
- Scottsdale: Mingle over a delightful dinner at your resort's renowned Zuzu Restaurant, named for the beloved matriarch of the family that owns the property
- Salt Lake City: At 18:00, join your Travel Director for dinner where you'll have the chance to mingle with fellow guests
- Clearmont: Start off your evening with cocktails in the historic Ranch House bar
- After your All-American ranch-style dinner, head to the fire pit for some s'mores and live music
- Custer: Toast to the finale of your trip at a dinner served at your lodge in Custer State Park
- Ucross: Ucross Ranch: Explore the ranch life and choose to head on a scenic country horseback ride accompanied by a Ranch Hand
- Alternatively, try your hand at fishing
- Zion National Park: Explore the natural beauty of Zion National Park on a guided hike to the famed Emerald Pools
- Zion National Park: Visit the Zion Nature Center at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, the most well known of Zion’s earth-friendly endeavours
- Learn about the centre's development and the active role it takes in supporting the local environment through educational programs and activities
- Ucross: Live the American frontier dream with a scenic morning country horseback ride
- Ucross: Take a leisurely fishing outing and enjoy the serene surroundings
- Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon
- With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact
- You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions
- Black Hills: Visit Crazy Horse Memorial, which is dedicated to protecting and preserving the culture, tradition and living heritage of the Native American people
- A special Insight Experience awaits as you are taken up to stand face-to-face with this impressive sculpture
- Measuring 641 feet (195 metres) long and 563 feet (172 metres) high, the piece takes the record as the world’s largest mountain carving
- Monument Valley: Deepen your knowledge and connection with the first nations of this land as we travel to Monument Valley by way of off-road vehicles to the cookout site
- Here you’ll enjoy an authentically delicious barbecue dinner with members of the Navajo Nation, where traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread will be served while you are immersed in traditional dance and songs of this great ancient culture
- Your experience advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Page: Navajo (Diné) owned and operated, Red Heritage is a Native American Performing Arts Theatre showcasing awe-inspiring local talent: powwow dancers, flute playing, and live drum music
- Your visit directly supports to preserve Navajo Culture and dance, and advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Philip: Discover the past, present, and future of the Lakota people at the Oglala Lakota Living History Village
- Walk the trails through displays of 19th-century living quarters
- Local artists present culture and tradition through their crafts and storytelling
- Your experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 11: Reduced Inequalities & Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Sedona: With its red stone formations that create a haunting skyline found nowhere else in the world
- This is where Arizona keeps the Old West
- And this is where a New West has evolved, as a haven for creatives, a centre of spiritual health and enlightenment, and an epic playground for outdoor enthusiasts
- Sedona: Experience the essence of the great American road trip, as you travel through the Red Rock Scenic Byway
- Along your journey you will be immersed in the stunning, natural peaks and rock formations of the Red Country, that look as though they could have been shaped by the countless artists they have inspired
- Grand Canyon: Early risers will take advantage of the lodge location, close to the Grand Canyon South Rim, to witness one of Mother Nature's grandest shows on earth: a sunrise over the majestic Grand Canyon
- Grand Canyon: Trace the scenic South Rim of the Grand Canyon along Desert View Drive
- See the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style and track the Colorado River that leads you to the aptly named Painted Desert which extends towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands
- Monument Valley: Meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley
- Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper in the natural wonders of this unique landscape
- : Travel through Bryce Canyon Country on a portion of the Scenic Highway 89, recognized by National Geographic as the number 1 Driver's Drive in the world
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Head to the sandstone cliffs of Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah
- Here you will be met by pine trees and red rock pillars
- Take a leisurely walk along Sunset Point while you view the great amphitheatres of the odd-shaped monoliths, known as hoodoos
- Zion National Park: See the grandeur and natural features of the canyon in total comfort while traveling via private open-air tram with live on-board commentary
- Jackson: Historic Jackson, where the majestic peaks of the Teton Range act as your constant backdrop
- Feel like you’ve stepped back in time as you walk through the town's famous landmark arch of tangled elk antlers
- Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the town’s boutiques and stores, which blend the Old West and the modern West harmoniously
- Grand Teton National Park: Travel through a mountainous landscape like no other
- Witness the striking Grand Tetons thrust skyward 6,562 feet (2,000 meters) from the valley floor and keenly watch for exciting wildlife that call these mountains home
- Including the grizzly bear, bald eagles, moose, bison, and elk
- Yellowstone National Park: The world’s first National Park, Yellowstone spans 2,219,789 acres and even has its own Grand Canyon
- The park is home to half of the world’s hydrothermal features, more than 10,000, of which over 300 are geysers
- Yellowstone is also a wildlife paradise
- Some 1,700 species of plants and 400 species of birds, fish and mammals live in the park, including bison, wolves, bears, elk and moose
- Yellowstone National Park: Catch the renowned colourful bubbling mud pots and observe Old Faithful geyser shooting water over 120 feet (37 metres) into the air
- The Upper Geyser Basin boasts the highest concentration of spouting geysers, hot springs and steaming fumaroles in the world
- Cody: Explore the award-winning Buffalo Bill Center of the West, known for its excellent Western art collection and natural history
- Yellowstone National Park: Travel out of Yellowstone NP through Shoshone Canyon and Absaroka Rocky Mountains to the Wild West Town of Cody
- Black Hills: View the awe-inspiring Devils Tower National Monument, a butte that protrudes from the landscape and is considered sacred by the Lakota and other tribes
- Custer State Park: Continue venturing through the Black Hills to arrive at Custer State Park
- Renowned for its beautiful landscape and abundance of wildlife
- Home to a famous herd of 1,500 free roaming bison, accompanied by elk, mule deer, white tailed deer, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, mountain lions and feral burros
- Badlands National Park: Steep yourself in all that is the Badlands National Park in South Dakota
- Preserved here are 244,000 acres of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles and spires, blended with the largest protected mixed grass prairie in America
- The unique beauty of this landscape is like no other
- Sightseers as well as scholarly scientists are attracted to the area for its astounding beauty and the opportunity to gaze into an ancient world
- Black Hills: View iconic Mount Rushmore National Memorial where carvings of Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt overlook the landscape
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom
- Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards
- Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches
- Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19
- All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day
- We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues
Availability
- From 02/05/2026 to 22/08/2026
Visit Denver
Day 1
Welcome to Arizona, famous for its scenic road trips, towering Monument Valley, and of course the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon.
Head to Scottsdale at your leisure to explore Old Scottsdale, a vibrant and unique urban downtown area that introduces you the best of the state. Here, you’ll be surrounded by retro wooden buildings, rodeo inspired artwork and a selection of local stores, all radiating a classic Southwestern flair. Savour a dinner accompanied by wine with your fellow travellers.
Day 2
Travel through the world-renowned Red Rock Scenic Byway, a celebrated route known for its dramatic desert landscapes.
Discover bohemian Sedona with its unique shops and galleries, or simply soak in the striking desert landscapes before continuing to the Grand Canyon. Follow Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Byway through Coconino National Forest, a breathtaking stretch of road recognized by Rand McNally as one of the Top Five Most Scenic Drives in America. On arrival, you can take an optional flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon. Whether you prefer a helicopter or a fixed-wing plane, you'll enjoy magnificent scenery with aerial views from above. Meet your Local Expert, Tim at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon to discover its wonders. You'll learn all about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formations and the human impact on this natural masterpiece. He'll also talk to you about the local flora and fauna, and where you might be able to spot them.
Day 3
Early risers will witness one of Mother Nature's grandest shows on earth: a sunrise over the Grand Canyon.
Travel along the South Rim Desert View Drive, skirting the South Rim of the canyon. We will stop at Desert View Point to see the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style, the Colorado River turning north and the Painted Desert extending towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. Head to the Cameron Trading Post, one of the oldest and most historic general stores in Arizona. Enter Monument Valley Tribal Park, where you'll join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper into the natural wonders of this unique landscape. Enjoy a Navajo cookout lunch amid the giant buttes and mesas of this unique landscape. Travel to your resort nestled in Lake Powell.
Day 4
Today is entirely yours to do as you please.
Partake in one of our popular Optional Experiences, explore on your own, or simply relax by the resort swimming pool with views of Lake Powell. As an optional activity this morning, let yourself be tempted by a gentle trip down the Colorado River. Calmly float past some of the most awe-inspiring sites, like the iconic Horseshoe Bend and Petroglyph Beach. Or, explore the iconic and picturesque Antelope Canyon with a local Navajo (Diné) guide. Tonight, Navajo culture takes centre stage with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Red Heritage. This Navajo-owned preforming arts theatre will delight as you see local tribal members sing, share a colourful powwow dance, flute playing and live drum music over dinner and drinks.
Day 5
Journey across a wide-open landscape punctuated by colorful sandstone cliffs, sagebrush-covered flats, and high ridges dotted with piñon pine and juniper.
Travel through Bryce Canyon Country on a portion of the Scenic Highway 89, recognized by National Geographic as the No. 1 Driver's Drive in the world. You will be struck by the beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park, an otherworldly landscape of red rock pillars known as hoodoos, pink cliffs, and endless vistas. Follow the Rim Trail from Sunrise Point to Bryce Point. Stops will be made at the major viewpoints and there will be time for a leisurely walk along Sunset Point or a more physical hike down the canyon. Either way, you will be spellbound by the beauty and majesty of this dramatic natural landscape.
Day 6
Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning, as you have a full day to explore the Zion National Park.
After a leisurely breakfast, you will tour the canyon aboard a privately chartered open-air vehicle, with live commentary from a Local Expert to show you the many scenic highlights of the canyon. Explore Zion National Park further with Insight Choice. Choose to join your Travel Director for a hike to the Emerald Pools. Alternatively, take a self-guided leisurely stroll along the Virgin River Walk and keep your eye out for wildlife.
Day 7
This morning you make your way out of Zion National Park and travel to Salt Lake City, the capital of Utah.
In the evening join your fellow travellers for a dinner with wine at the hotel.
Day 8
Before leaving Salt Lake City, take in the State Capitol building.
Drive along the scenic Logan Canyon, over the Wasatch Mountain Range, and up to the Bear Lake Summit. Stop for lunch on your own near Bear Lake offering views of beautiful turquoise waters. You will then head north across the Oregon Trail to historic Jackson. Have your cameras ready for the famous elk antlers at the central square, while eager shoppers will find a number of charming traditional boutique galleries to browse. Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure, with your hotel located within walking distance from Jackson Town Square.
Day 9
Wake up to a mountainous view like no other and witness the striking Grand Tetons thrust skyward 13,775 feet (4,199 m) from the valley floor.
This morning, you have the opportunity to partake in an optional scenic float down the Snake River (signed waiver required) inside Grand Teton National Park. In keeping with today’s rustic country charm, you’ll enter Yellowstone, the world’s first National Park. Known for its unique geothermal activity, spectacular landscapes and abundant wildlife, you’ll experience Wyoming in all its glory. Keep an eye out for black bears or wolves. Tonight you’ll stay in the National Park Lodges, allowing you to experience the park after hours, in its natural habitat.
Day 10
Savour the surreal surroundings of Yellowstone with a relaxed start.
Walk among the rainbow tinted hot springs and watch the erupting geysers as you take in the history of the park on an informative stroll with your Travel Director. Catch the renowned colourful bubbling mud pots and observe Old Faithful geyser shooting water over 120 feet (37 metres) into the air. In the afternoon, enjoy the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone as you take in stunning natural wonders. While driving through Hayden Valley, famous for its wildlife, keep an eye out for wolves, bears, elk and hundreds of bison. The rest of the evening is at leisure for you to relax.
Day 11
Set off on your travels through the stark Shoshone Canyon and Absaroka Rocky Mountains, leading you to the Wild West Town of Cody.
Channel your inner showman and learn more about America’s great Western legends at the Buffalo Bill Centre, known for its Western art collection, firearms, and natural history. Travel through the Bighorn National Forest to the Ranch at UCross. Take in the rustic charm as you're hosted at a traditional Wyoming Family ranch. Start off the evening with a cocktail hour in the historic Ranch House bar. After a home-cooked dinner, enjoy a fire pit with live entertainment, including country, folk and bluegrass music.
Day 12
Live the American frontier dream and begin your day with a scenic country horseback ride (waiver required) accompanied by a Ranch Hand.
If playing cowboy isn’t your thing, perhaps go fishing or merely relax and take in your beautiful surroundings, the choice is yours. Make your way to Devils Tower, an astounding geological feature that protrudes out of the surrounding Black Hills. This symbolic landmark is considered sacred to the Lakota and other tribes. Experience Spearfish Canyon, a favoured spot among wildlife enthusiasts and one famous for its elvish woodland beauty. The limestone palisades of this creek-carved gorge are more ancient than the Grand Canyon itself.
Day 13
A day for those looking to explore the Wild West, try to spot the fastest mammal in North America, the pronghorn antelope as you cross the great high plains to the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Our first stop this morning is the Oglala Lakota Living History Museum for a one-of-a-kind MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Visit Badlands National Park in South Dakota, 244,000 acres of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles and spires blended with the largest protected mixed grass prairie in America. A hidden gem in the national park system, the unique beauty of the Badlands landscape is unlike any other.
Day 14
This morning, see the granite faces of Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Later, you'll experience the Crazy Horse Memorial - the world's largest mountain carving in honour of the Lakota warrior. With exclusive access not available to the general public, guests ascend 172 m (563 ft) for the opportunity to face the monument up close. Tonight, celebrate your travels over dinner with your Travel Director and newfound friends.
Day 15
Your journey comes to end today.
Say goodbye to your travel companions.
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