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ARIZONA ARIZONA | YOSEMITE

X Sedona, Arizona X Begins in Phoenix, Arizona X Begins in Phoenix, Arizona X Begins in Brisbane, California

National Parks Train Treks On the Road National Parks National Parks On the Road National Parks
Best of Sedona: Natural & On the Road: Grand Canyon National Park: The Best of Yosemite
Cultural Landscapes in Absolute Southwest — Exploring the North National Park: An American Icon
Red Rock Country A Canyonlands Adventure and South Rims
5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19237ZDV
5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #1062ZDV 11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #8718ZDV 6 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #2804ZDV

Walking up to two miles daily over varied terrain. On an unforgettable adventure in Yosemite
Discover why Sedona and the Grand Canyon are Elevations just over 8,000 feet. Experience both rims of the the Grand Canyon. National Park, learn on-site about monumental
the two most awe-inspiring sites in Arizona. Journey to the canyon’s geological beginning at natural wonders like Yosemite Falls, Tuolumne
Go beyond the geology to uncover the natural Journey to the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lee’s Ferry on the Colorado River and gaze into Meadows and Glacier Point. Expert naturalists
and human histories of these color-splashed Sedona and Zion and Bryce Canyon National the mile-deep chasm to learn about the ancient address the geologic saga of the park as well
landscapes. Enjoy an exploration of Sedona’s Parks. Learn about the geologic upheavals, na- landscapes and life forms preserved in its 2 as its interwoven natural and human histories.
best-loved sights and red-rock vistas. Ride tive cultures and settlers that give this region billion-year-old rocks. As Half Dome and El Capitan loom overhead,
the rails along the wild and scenic Verde River its character. Traverse storied landscapes on Note: Grand Canyon overflight at added cost. explore the Native American history of the
and beside its verdant canyon as you scan for the Colorado Plateau, experience the Navajo Ahwahneechee, and learn the intricacies of rock
wildlife. Journey via the towering beauty of Oak Reservation and gaze up at canyon rims from Highlights: climbing, a popular park activity. Stay at lodg-
Creek Canyon to Grand Canyon National Park to the Colorado River. • If you choose, fly over both rims aboard a ings inside the park on this fantastic adventure!
explore this iconic and quintessential American Highlights: fixed-wing aircraft. Highlights:
treasure with time to walk along the rim while • Experience the North Rim for one-of-a-kind • Experience the impressive granite formations
soaking in its grandeur. • Enjoy a Navajo-led 4x4 ride in Monument of Half Dome and El Capitan.
Valley and a raft float on the Colorado River. vistas and a Condor talk at the lodge.
Highlights: • Discover Yosemite’s high country with a walk
• Experience the Grand Canyon, Monument • Between the rims, experience Marble Canyon,
• See ancient cliff dwellings at Montezuma Valley, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. the Vermilion Cliffs and Lee’s Ferry, cross in the Tuolumne Meadows area.
Castle National Monument. historic Navajo Bridge and dip your toes in • Stand at Glacier Point with its bird’s-eye view
• Study the region’s geology, natural history,
• In Sedona, visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross Native Americans and historical characters. the Colorado River. of the valley.
and Airport Mesa with its 360-degree views. Meals: 16 total (6B, 5L, 5D) Meals: 14 total (5B, 5L, 4D)
Meals: 31 total (11B, 10L, 10D)
• Spend a full day at Grand Canyon National Lodging: Phoenix: Modern hotel with free air- Lodging: Comfortable hotel and lodge.
Park’s South Rim. Lodging: Comfortable hotels and lodges. port shuttle. Sedona: Modern hotel. South Rim: Itinerary: Arrival Brisbane, Calif., 1 night; Yo-
Meals: 13 total (5B, 3L, 5D) Itinerary: Arrival Phoenix, Ariz., 1 night; Se- Park lodging. North Rim: Historic cabins near semite National Park, 4 nights; Brisbane, Calif.,
dona, 1 night; Grand Canyon, 2 nights; Monu- canyon rim. Kanab: Historic Lodge near town
Lodging: Varies by date. Go online or call. departure.
ment Valley, Utah, 2 nights; Lake Powell, Ariz., center.
2019 Dates: Dec 6-11 2 nights; Bryce Canyon, Utah, 1 night; Zion, 2 Itinerary: Arrival Phoenix, 1 night; Sedona, 2020 Dates: Jun 7-12, Jun 21-26, Jul 12-17, Aug
2020 Dates: Feb 9-14, Feb 23-28, Mar 15-20, nights; Las Vegas, Nev., departure. 1 night; Grand Canyon South Rim, 2 nights; 23-28, Sep 13-18, Sep 27-Oct 2, Oct 4-9
Apr 19-24, May 3-8, Sep 13-18, Oct 18-23, 2020 Dates: Feb 24-Mar 6, Mar 9-20, Mar North Rim, 1 night; Kanab, 1 night; Las Vegas, Per-person prices starting at:
Nov 1-6 23-Apr 3, Apr 6-17, Apr 13-24, Apr 20-May 1, departure. $2,499 DBL | +$760 SGL
Per-person prices starting at: Oct 3-14, Oct 10-21, Oct 17-28, Oct 19-30, Oct 2020 Dates: May 13-19, May 30-Jun 5, Aug 15- Date-Specific Information:
24-Nov 4, Oct 31-Nov 11
$1,149 DBL | +$250 SGL 21, Sep 9-15, Sep 25-Oct 1 June 7, 2020 | Sept. 27, 2020: This date stays at The
Per-person prices starting at: Ahwahnee, the historic grand hotel in Yosemite.
Date-Specific Information: Per-person prices starting at:
March 15, 2020 | April 19, 2020 | May 3, 2020 | Oct. $2,499 DBL | +$760 SGL $1,599 DBL | +$500 SGL ENROLL EARLY AND SAVE!
18, 2020: Small group date. Special cancel/transfer fees apply. Go online or call. Special cancel/transfer fees apply. Go online or call. Enroll by Oct. 31, 2019 to take $200 off the price
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