Cycle Utah: Bryce & Zion National Parks

6 Days | Cycle through deserts, forests and canyons on a journey through Utah’s ever-changing landscapes

4.8 out of 5 based on 4 reviews submitted.
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Combine cycling, stunning rugged landscapes and laidback Southwestern life and you get some of the best that Southern Utah has to offer. Ride winding roads through iconic Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, past red rock canyons, sandstone cliffs and through sprawling forests, or escape the crowds and enjoy the endless vistas of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Snow Canyon State Park. With great weather and scenery, the cycling here is second to none. Off the bike you’ll find some of the country’s most fascinating history, friendly locals and authentic cuisine – this cycling adventure takes in the best of it all at a pace everyone can enjoy.

Trip overview

Map of Cycle Utah: Bryce & Zion National Parks including United States Of America
Start
Saint George, United States
Finish
Saint George, United States
Theme
Cycling
Destinations
United States
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 13
Trip code
SSXU
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Discover the needle-like hoodoo pinnacles of Bryce Canyon National Park and the sheer red sandstone canyons of Zion National Park.
  • Cycle through Snow Canyon State Park viewing ancient lava flows and petrified sand dunes.
  • Challenge yourself to inspiring climbs and freewheeling descents past millions of years of geologic history in the multihued rock layers of the Colorado Plateau.
  • Enjoy the best of Southwestern culture, cuisine and history in the same lands Butch Cassidy once called home.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This trip deliberately involves a fair amount of driving – this is designed that you only cycle the very best places and none of the 'transit' legs in-between.
  • To complete this trip it is important that you are both confident and competent in riding a bicycle. While the cycling distances on this trip are relatively short, the terrain can sometimes be hilly so you’ll need a reasonable level of fitness to enjoy the trip – but remember, we will always have the support vehicle on hand if you need to take a break for an hour or a day.
  • For groups of less than six travellers we have a single leader that drives the support vehicle alongside the group. For larger groups we have a separate driver and the leader will cycle all routes.
  • As our riding is done mostly on sealed roads with the occasional gravel cycle path there are no technical cycling skills required – If you feel like doing all the riding but with less effort, you have the option of hiring an electric bike (e-bike) on this trip.

Itinerary

Map of Cycle Utah: Bryce & Zion National Parks including United States Of America

Inclusions

Meals

5 breakfasts

Transport

Bicycle (e-bike option available, subject to availability), Support vehicle

Accommodation

Simple Hotel/Motel (5 nights)

Activities
  • 6 Days Included Bicycle Hire
  • Expert Cycling Leader/Guide & Vehicle Support
  • St George Guided Cycling
  • Cedar Breaks National Monument
  • Dixie National Forest
  • Cedar Breaks to Tropic Guided & Vehicle-supported Cycling
  • Head of the Rocks Overlook
  • Tropic to Escalante Guided & Vehicle-supported Cycling
  • Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument
  • Zion National Park
  • Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Zion National Park Guided & Vehicle-supported Cycling
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Guided & Vehicle-supported Cycling
  • Zion National Park - Emerald Pools hike
  • Snow Canyon State Park Guided & Vehicle-supported Cycling
Add on activities
  • St George Mormon Temple - Free
  • Brigham Young Winter Home Tour - Free
  • Red Reef Trail Hike - Free

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Important notes

1. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 3pm on Day 1 in Saint George.
2. This trip ends on Day 6 at 11am.
3. Due to strict US National Park permit restrictions we are unable to hike within Zion National Park.
4. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
5. Bicycle hire is included in your trip price. Please advise your height at time of booking so we can organise a suitable sized bike.
6. The included bikes on this trip are a flat bar 'hybrid-style'. You have the option (at extra cost) of hiring an electric bike (e-bike) or a road bike on this trip - this must be requested at the time of booking.
7. Bike helmets are compulsory on this trip. We are unable to hire bike helmets locally so please ensure you bring your own bike helmet from home, or purchase one locally.
8. For groups of 6 or less clients we have a single leader that drives the support vehicle alongside the group. For larger groups, we have a separate driver and the leader will cycle all routes. Where the vehicle cannot travel directly with the cyclists (e.g. a cyclists-only path) your leader will assign a person from the group to act as a backmarker.
9. Accommodation is not included on day 6 of this trip. If you require additional accommodation (or want to reserve your room for the main part of the day) please contact the hotel directly.
10. Due to Covid-19 restrictions some of the local attractions may be temporarily closed, running reduced hours, or require booking ahead. Please check their websites for up-to-date opening hours.

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 4 reviews submitted.
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Alice · Traveled August 2022
Great trip - the scenery was absolutely stunning, so cycling through it was a dream! The cycling could be a challenge at points (especially with the heat and altitude) but the guide would always make sure it was doable for you- providing lots of water, options for breaks and a ride in the truck if needed :)
Review submitted 01 Sep 2022

jan · Traveled October 2021
Experience was amazing and beyond our expectations. The tour made it easy to explore and just soak in the beauty and majestic nature of Southern Utah. It was well organized; Trevor, our guide, was delightful, fun, competent, and easy-going. We would meet up with fellow travelers again!
Review submitted 09 Dec 2021

Alison · Traveled September 2021
Cycling is a great way to explore Utah's natural beauty!!
Review submitted 18 Dec 2021

Dorian · Traveled June 2021
Red rock scenery , the best parks in the SW: what's not to like?! The elevation aided this trip during a June heat wave to be very doable. I'm a bike commuter and only do regular 20-30 miles: I made this trip fine at my own pace! Vember, our guide was "on it" whatever "it" was! Super adventure.
Review submitted 01 Jul 2021
Cycle Utah: Bryce & Zion National Parks
From
NZD $3,388