U.S. National Parks for Solo Travelers: The Grand Canyon to Zion
9 days | 11 days with Las Vegas extension | Estimated monthly payments as low as $412 CAD
Discover the natural beauty and enduring spirit of the American Southwest on this National Parks tour for solo travelers.
From valley vineyards to scenic hiking trails, this active solo trip will show you that you don’t need to go far to experience a lot. Each day displays a new destination—and with it, new landscapes swathed in dusty oranges, sherbet pinks, and gemstone greens. You’ll set off on this group tour made for solo travelers to discover places like Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon—and find that there’s a lot to love in your own backyard.
Your tour package includes
- 8 nights in a private room at handpicked hotels
- 8 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 3 dinners with beer or wine
- 8 sightseeing tours
- Expert Tour Director & local guides
- Private deluxe motor coach
Included highlights
- Montezuma Castle National Monument
- Sedona
- The Grand Canyon
- Lake Powell
- Zion National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Valley of Fire State Park
- Las Vegas Strip
Itinerary
Phoenix Region, Arizona
Day 1: Arrival in Phoenix Region
Included meal: Welcome dinner
Welcome to Arizona! Settle into your hotel. Then, gather with your Tour Director and fellow group members at a mixer before enjoying a welcome dinner, served with beer or wine.
Grand Canyon, Arizona
Day 2: The Grand Canyon via the Verde Valley & Sedona
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Start your exploration of the Southwest by journeying into the landscapes of Arizona.
- Stop at Montezuma Castle National Monument to view cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people around the 11th century. Nestled into limestone cliffs, the rooms resemble a high-rise apartment complex. Interestingly, despite its name, the monument has no connection to the Aztec emperor Montezuma, but was rather misattributed by early European settlers.
- Make photo stops at the whimsical red rock formations surrounding the town of Sedona, including Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Courthouse Butte.
- Enjoy an included lunch in Sedona, a city known for its festive art scene, followed by free time to shop, eat, and explore the many galleries.
- Continue to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon for your first glimpse at the legendary fissure. Take a moment to admire its colorful rock walls and feel the anticipation build for the awe-inspiring spectacle that awaits tomorrow.
Reviews
Overall rating based on 55 traveler reviews
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This was my first trip and the experience gave me a boost of confidence. The nice thing was the option to be as active and participate as much as I wanted each day. Having a room to myself was a big plus. I enjoyed the time alone if I chose to have it. This is a beautiful part...
This trip is one of my best trips ever. Christina our guide was absolutely the greatest. Informative, gracious and patient. Every day was an adventure. I met some really great people. For me Solo was the best way to go. Thank You Go Ahead Tours.
WOW! This was a fantastic tour! The National Parks of the American Southwest are beyond description. There are no words adequate enough to describe how breathtakingly beautiful these landscapes are. To see and experience such geologic wonders as the Grand Canyon, Antelope...
It was a wonderful tour seeing all the beauty of the SW. all of our restaurants were good. The bus driver Brian did an excellent job maneuvering around hairpin curves and busy streets. Christina our guide was a delight! Great sense of humor and great story teller. All of the...
Loved the trip, well paced and nice accommodations, Carrie , our tour director, was very engaging and helpful. No problem making connections with many other participants, had a great time! Might have enjoyed a bit more free time to explore and/or hike in early part of week.
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Colleen, thank you for your review. We appreciate your input on free time, and are always looking for ways to improve the overall...
The beauty & scale of what you see cannot be accurately photographed. It’s hard to describe then as well. The pacing is good, I do wish we could have stayed longer at the Grand Canyon & Zion but it can’t be helped. Our director was Carrie, she was a jewel. Every day began with...
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Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Flights
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