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A desert hiking adventure in the wild landscapes of America’s Wild West

The charming town of Moab is the gateway to some of the most spectacular scenery in all the Southwest USA. Ancient canyons, towering rock formations and flowing rivers make up this corner of America, where the elements have carved away the land for centuries. Lace up your best hiking boots and explore Arches National Park, home to over 2,000 arches, and Canyonlands National Park, where the Green River meets the Colorado. After days of desert hiking, unwind at the local bar and swap tales of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, who used the canyons to hide from the law in the late 1800s.

Start
Salt Lake City, United States
Finish
Salt Lake City, United States
Destination
United States
Style
Original
Theme
Explorer
Code
SSSM
Physical rating
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1, Max 12

Why you'll love this trip

  • Explore the famous towering red rocks of Utah on two feet, with a hike to the panoramic plateaus of the stunning Canyonlands National Park.

  • Enjoy a sunset picnic overlooking the Colorado River in the high desert of Dead Horse Point State Park, where ancient hunters and Wild West cowboys once roamed.

  • Indulge with a stay in a ranch perched along the shores of the mighty Colorado River and framed by majestic, 2,000-foot red cliffs.

  • Support local industry with a visit to a 40-year-old winery that started as a university agricultural project and today specialises in single-vineyard estate-bottled wines.

Is this trip right for you?

  • Please ensure you consult your local government’s advice regarding domestic travel prior to booking this trip.

  • During our visits to national parks, there are a lot of opportunities to hike. Sturdy walking shoes are highly recommended.

  • This trip is new to our range this year. And while we have thoroughly researched every detail of the logistics, new destinations and working with new partners can sometimes throw us some unexpected surprises. More often than not, it’ll be a great surprise. But every now and again there might be a hiccup. We like to think that’s what puts the ‘adventure’ in ‘adventure travel’.

SSSM - Delicate Arch, Arches National Park in Moab
SSSM - Welcome to Moab wooden sign
SSSM - People taking a picture of Landscape Arch in Arches National Park
SSSM - Sunset views at Dead Horse Point
SSSM - View of the Park Avenue Trailhead at Arches National Park
SSSM - Moab Vineyard and Winery

Itinerary
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Welcome to Utah! You’ll need to make sure you arrive into Salt Lake City bright and early (or perhaps the night before), so you can meet your leader at 8 am to kick off your tour. Once we’ve all gathered, sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic drive of approximately 4 hours to Moab, home to some of the most striking red rock formations in the world. Once we arrive, you’ll have time to freshen up at the hotel before we head to Dead Horse Point State Park, located high above the Colorado River. You’ll enjoy a sunset picnic overlooking the majestic cliffs of Canyonlands National Park – what a way to start your Utah adventure! In the evening, you’re free to explore the local nightlife in the town of Moab.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Moab - Dead Horse Point Sunset picnic
Meals Included
  • Dinner
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

It’s an early morning with a wake-up before dawn and a trip to Arches National Park, home to more than 2,000 natural stone arches, rock formations and giant, balancing rocks. Our rugged, half-day hike takes you through this famous US landmark, along a trail marked by cairns. Eventually, you’ll wind our way around a rock wall to view a magnificent natural arch just as the sun is rising. After you come down from our viewpoint, you’ll work our feet a bit more with some additional hiking throughout this stunning area. The hike is a 2-mile loop which enables you to see different arches, including the largest rock arch on the planet, Landscape Arch. There are also shorter options if you prefer to take a slower pace. Back in Moab, the afternoon is yours to enjoy. You can take a swim in the pool, walk around this artsy town or book an optional evening tour.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Arches National Park - Sunrise hike
  • Arches National Park - Hiking
Optional Activities
  • Moab - Slickrock Hummer tour - USD100
  • Moab - Mountain Biking - USD50
  • Colorado River Rafting PM Half Day Moab - USD65
  • Sunset Safari Hummer tour - USD101
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
Special Information
Distance covered is 4 miles with an elevation gain of 500 feet. We estimate it will take 3-4 hours for the group to complete the walk.

You’ll enjoy a full day today exploring the wonder of Canyonlands National Park. Start with an easy trail to discover one of the finest panoramic overlooks anywhere in the Southwest USA. At the southern tip of this breathtaking plateau known as Island in the Sky, you can see the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers, as well as vast areas of red rock cliffs and the incredible maize district. After lunch, we’ll head to our accommodation with enough time to enjoy the late afternoon weather and watch the sunset from our lodge on the shores of the Colorado River. Perched on the river and framed by majestic, 2,000-foot red cliffs, the Ranch puts the unmatched natural beauty of Utah at your feet.
Accommodation
  • Ranch (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Canyonlands National Park - Hiking
Meals Included
  • Breakfast

This morning you'll enjoy a leisurely drive to a local winery that specialises in single-vineyard estate-bottled wines. The vineyard dates back to 1979 as a Utah State University agricultural project to determine what industries could replace the waning uranium mining industry. After a tour and tasting, head back to the Ranch for a free afternoon. Perhaps take a swim in the pool or book one of the optional activities the lodge has to offer.
Accommodation
  • Ranch (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Moab - Winery visit
Meals Included
  • Breakfast

After breakfast, make your way back to Salt Lake City. But before your tour comes to an end, your leader will take you on a tour of Lake City, where you will learn about the Mormon Pioneer history. Enjoy the magnificent Salt Lake Mormon Temple and see the State Capital Building and founder Brigham Young’s Territorial Governor’s Mansion. The tour wraps up by 5 pm and you are free to depart any time after that.
Included Activities
  • Salt Lake City - Leader Led Walking Tour
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
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Meals

4 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Ranch (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Moab - Dead Horse Point Sunset picnic
  • Arches National Park - Sunrise hike
  • Arches National Park - Hiking
  • Canyonlands National Park - Hiking
  • Moab - Winery visit
  • Salt Lake City - Leader Led Walking Tour

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Important notes

All travellers on Intrepid trips (outside Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands) are required to produce proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. From 1 December 2021, all travellers on Intrepid trips, including in Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands, are required to produce proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. Read details here.

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 8AM on Day 1. Please make your own way to the Joining Point Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary.
2. Your Salt Lake City tour is expected to finish around 5pm at the same location as the joining point.There is no accommodation included on the last day in Salt Lake City. If you wish to spend more time in the city we'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). Speak to an Intrepid booking agent for more information.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Essential trip information

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