On arrival in Denver, pass through immigration, collect your bags and head to the taxi rank to take a cab to your downtown hotel.
This journey should take approximately 30 minutes.
In the evening head to Larimer Square which is just a 15 minute walk from your hotel. Some of the best restaurants in Colorado can be found in this short street.
You have a couple of days to explore this stunning Mile High City with the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.
Denver is a very clean and walkable city which offers a wealth of museums, shops and also Michelin star restaurants.
This morning head back to the airport by taxi for your short flight to Yellowstone.
On arrival, collect your car from the desk at the airport and head to your amazing ranch in West Yellowstone.
Located just 10 minutes/10 miles from the west entrance of Yellowstone, Parade Rest Guest Ranch is the closest Montana guest ranch to the nations' first National Park and Old Faithful Geyser.
Parade Rest is a true Montana guest ranch and offers our guests a chance to: Relax – Ride Horses – Fly-fishing , Tour Yellowstone -Enjoy Home Cooked Meals – Hiking & Biking
Following your time in Yellowstone make your way over the Grand Tetons following US-191 which will take you all the way through to Jackson Hole. This journey should take approximately 2.5 hours.
There's a lot going on in Jackson during the summer months.
Why not spend the day hiking in Grand Teton, river rafting, fishing or simply browsing through the art galleries located in the town centre.
Why not visit the Million Dollar Cowboy bar for a beer before heading out to the Rodeo which takes place twice a week through the summer months?
Making your way out of Jackson Hole take US-89 in the direction of Park City which will host the winter Olympics in 2018 and is also home to the Sundance Film Festival. You will check in to your hotel and have an afternoon to enjoy the numerous facilities or a lovely mountain walk.
Waldorf Astoria Park City offers an in-room camping experience for kids to delight in during their stay with us. Our “Little Miners Camp” package includes a custom tee-pee set up in the room upon arrival.
The package also includes a stuffed animal, camping lantern, and a book for our Little Miners to take back home with them. Kids can imagine being part of old Park City during the mining era where the mountains surrounding Park City yielded $400 million in silver and created 23 millionaires with this special in-room experience.
Little Miners Camp is only $125 per stay per room.
Swap mountains for red rock as you travel further into Utah and the city of Moab which lies a short drive from 2 National Parks; Arches and Canyonlands. You will be staying outside of town in the beautiful Red Cliffs Lodge which has a pool and facilities for horse riding.
In order to make the most of the parks, you should purchase an annual park pass for $80 which will save you money and make it quicker to get into the park.
Other activities available is zip lining, river rafting, mountain biking and ballooning.
Bryce Canyon National Park, a sprawling reserve in southern Utah, is known for crimson-colored hoodoos, which are spire-shaped rock formations. The park’s main road leads past the expansive Bryce Amphitheater, a hoodoo-filled depression lying below the Rim Trail hiking path. It has overlooks at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point and Bryce Point.
Prime viewing times are around sunup and sundown.
Your drive to Springdale located in Zion National Park will be nothing short of spectacular. As the red rock formations loom over you, you will enter the park and drive the Mount Carmel highway which will loop through the formations and even through a tunnel blasted through sheer rock. Once in Springdale, you will be offered glorious views of the park from your hotel.
Utah has strict drinking laws so if you want to enjoy a glass of wine on your balcony then take a couple of bottles with you from Wyoming. Drinking in restaurants is permitted only with meals and then limited.
There are many trails within this National Park for all abilities, however there are 2 unique trails to consider.
The Narrows is the narrowest section of Zion Canyon. This gorge, with walls a thousand feet tall and the river sometimes just twenty to thirty feet wide, is one of the most popular areas in Zion National Park. You can see The Narrows by hiking along the paved, wheelchair accessible Riverside Walk for one mile from the Temple of Sinawava. If you wish to see more, you will be walking in the Virgin River. This can involve wading upstream for just a few minutes or it can be an all day hike.
Water level fluctuates greatly from year to year and day to day depending on many factors such as rainfall and snowmelt. When the river is running below 70 cubic feet per second (CFS), walking is moderately difficult, with knee deep crossings on the slippery and uneven river bottom with frequent pools up to waist deep.
Angels Landing is one of the world's most renowned hikes, and is an unforgettable short adventure hike worthy of all bucket lists. The views of Zion Canyon's 270 million-year-old rock layers will time travel you back to the Triassic period when this section of the Colorado Plateau was a flat basin at sea level. Anyone in an average physical condition can make this heavenward trek, but it can be mentally challenging with its steep switchbacks and sheer drop-offs. There are chains bolted into the cliff to provide secure handholds. People who have a severe fear of heights should not attempt the final stretch, but can enjoy the trail all the way to Scout Lookout.
You cannot drive all the way into Zion, instead there is a shuttle bus which departs regularly from Springdale and into the park stopping at various trail heads.
Your next stop will be taking you to one of the best hotels in North America.
Set on 600 acres of desert in a protected valley, this luxe resort on the border of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
Featuring concrete walls and stone floors, the airy, serene suites come with flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus minibars, living areas, fireplaces and courtyards. Some add private pools, and terraces with canyon views.
Yoga and guided hikes are included. A spa features a plunge pool, a gym, a sauna and a steam room. There's also a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, a lounge and an art gallery. Hot-air balloon rides and rock climbing are offered.
Venture out on a hike or simply enjoy the scenery from your room before heading to the Grand Canyon.
The drive to the Grand Canyon will take you through Page which is close to Antelope Canyon and Marble Canyon which are both worth a stop. Head into Grand Canyon National Park for your next stop. This journey should take approximately 2.5 hours.
All National Park Lodges work from a central reservation system making direct bookings extremely difficult and we would also recommend booking a year in advance.
The remote quiet beauty of the North Rim can be appreciated on the Scenic drive. Along the route, there are pull-outs and viewpoints to see Point Imperial and Cape Royal. The drive usually takes a half a day if you enjoy short walks and photo opportunities. Point Imperial is approximately 11 miles or 20 minutes from the visitor center and Cape Royal is 23 miles or 45 minutes. There is a second, unpaved road that leads to Point Sublime, about 20 miles west of the visitor center.
The Ranger Program at the North Rim includes lectures and activities on geology, animals and birds and cultural history. Starting with a nature walk at 8:00am and ending with an evening program at 8:00pm, there are programs all day long to enjoy.
The drive to Sedona is 4.5 hours and it's worth stopping for lunch in Flagstaff on the way to visit this Route 66 stopping off point.
This journey should take approximately 4.5 hours.
Sedona is equal parts rugged, equal parts resort. Regarded by Native Americans as sacred, Sedona continues to be recognized as a place of healing and spiritual renewal. Many come to experience the vortex energy centers of Sedona. Others want to prowl the 40-plus art galleries lining the streets, or to receive soothing treatments from the dozens of spa facilities. Most recently, with its nearby vineyards and tasting rooms, Sedona has emerged as a destination for wine enthusiasts.
The best restaurant in Sedona is located at L'Auberge so after a day of hiking, why not check into the spa and then enjoy an evening meal overlooking the creek.
You will be heading down to Scottsdale which is an upmarket suburb of Phoenix for your final stop. Your journey should take approximately 2 hours.
After doing so much on your trip it's time to relax and enjoy your luxury surroundings.
Make your way to Phoenix Skyharbor airport to return your rental car and check in in time for your return flight.
