Lost Canyons of the Southwest
Lost Canyons of the Southwest
Lost Canyons of the Southwest
9 Days
Visiting: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona, Montezuma Castle National Monument, Jerome, Winslow, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Chinle, Williams, Petrified Forest National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, Boulder City, North America
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Tour code:
AC-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Everything in life has its ups and downs, including this fascinating tour of Arizona that directs your eyes to ancient cliff dwellings, towering spires, the deepest of canyons, and the deepest of mysteries. Exactly how did the Sinagua Indians reach their cliffside, five-story, high-rise at Montezuma Castle? Explore these enigmas and more as you visit the lost canyons and cultures of the American Southwest. Guided jeep tours through Canyon de Chelly National Monument and the red rock scenery of Sedona get you closer to the secrets within the region’s sandstone formations, as do adventuresome train rides on the Verde Canyon Scenic Railroad and the Grand Canyon Railway. From Phoenix to Vegas, you’ll enjoy sightseeing in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Jerome – plus a visit to Boulder City’s Hoover Dam Museum. A visit to Petrified Forest National Park as well as time in Meteor Crater Natural Landmark are additional sights sure to leave an impact.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Phoenix,Arizona
Location: Phoenix
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Phoenix. Excursion To Scottsdale
Location: Scottsdale
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Spend the cooler hours of the morning at the Desert Botanical Garden. After exploring the gardens, enjoy [LF] lunch at the gardens. On to Old Town Scottsdale to experience the unique and vibrant culture of the American Southwest. Enjoy free time to explore before returning to Phoenix for a sightseeing tour and free evening.
Day 3: Phoenix,Montezuma Castle National Monument,Sedona
Location: Sedona, Montezuma Castle National Monument, Phoenix
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel north to visit Montezuma’s Castle National Monument. See the 20-room high-rise pre-Columbian dwelling, nestled into a towering limestone cliff of Camp Verde, Arizona. Hear the incredible story of ingenuity, survival and, ultimately, prosperity in an unforgiving desert landscape. Then get an up-close adventure in the desert on a guided 4-wheel-drive Jeep tour of Sedona’s red rock canyons. Tonight is free.
Day 4: Sedona. Excursion To Jerome
Location: Jerome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the historic ghost-town-turned-artist-community. After a bit of free time, travel on the [LF] Verde Canyon Railroad scenic train ride onboard renovated vintage train cars traveling on a 20-mile journey through 110 years of history. Return to Sedona for a free evening.
Day 5: Sedona,Winslow,Chinle,Canyon De Chelly National Monument
Location: Winslow, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Sedona, Chinle
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a scenic drive through the Coconino National Forest and the Painted Desert to Winslow. Visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark, the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact site. Then explore La Posada Gardens, Gallery, and Museum with lunch in the famed Turquoise Room at this historic Harvey Hotel. Continue to secluded Canyon de Chelly National Monument for an overnight at the historic Thunderbird Lodge. While rustic, the lodge offers a key location as the only hotel located inside the National Monument.
Day 6: Canyon De Chelly National Monument,Petrified Forest National Park,Williams
Location: Williams, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Petrified Forest National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, take a 4-wheel-drive tour with a Local Navajo Guide. Explore the canyon floor to visit sacred archaeological sites not open to the general public. Then visit Petrified Forest National Park to see giant ancient trees turned rock. Continue to Williams, the gateway to the Grand Canyon, for a stay at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and experience the luxury of a bygone era!
Day 7: Williams. Excursion To Grand Canyon National Park
Location: Grand Canyon National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel into Grand Canyon National Park via the Grand Canyon Railway. During free time, you may want to join the popular helicopter flightseeing tour, visit the museums and visitor centers, or grab a snack and take in the view. Return to Williams for a free evening.
Day 8: Williams,Boulder City,Las Vegas,Nevada
Location: Las Vegas, Williams, Boulder City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue across the Mohave Desert to visit the [LF] Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum. Continue to Las Vegas for a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Director.
Day 9: Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Grand Canyon National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Notes
On vacations that include an overnight stay in Las Vegas, at least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older. This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not be up to the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not have televisions and other amenities you would expect from most Globus hotels.
Accommodation
Phoenix:Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs ResortSedona:The Arabella SedonaCanyon de Chelly National Monument:Thunderbird LodgeWilliams:Grand Canyon Railway HotelLas Vegas:Treasure Island
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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