Itinerary Details
1 Arrive Fresno, California
At the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, gaze upward at some 500 mature trees — among the oldest living things on earth.
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2 Yosemite National Park | Half Dome and the Valley
First impressions matter, and Yosemite outdoes itself at every turn. America’s third oldest national park is the winning hand in California’s deck, an awe-inspiring landscape crafted over millions of years, where a raw, almost childlike sense of wonder prevails, and adventure is baked into every soaring granite cliff. Here, explore Half Dome and the major waterfalls and rock formations of Yosemite Valley, as well as portions of the high country.
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3 Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks | Hidden Wonders
Stand before some of the world’s oldest, tallest trees, including the iconic General Sherman, on a journey into Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with your private driver-guide. Afterward, venture into Kings Canyon National Park, and discover woodland glades, caves and waterfalls well off the beaten path.
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4 Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona | Canyon Hike
You already know the Grand Canyon, America’s natural showpiece: yawning for over 220 miles through the Arizona desert, its burning-red walls are the symbol of a nation, the epic stage for ancient Navajo tales and every Wild West fantasy. Through steep-sided gorges, hiking trails wind like rattlesnakes and rock formations teeter as if held there by magic, while the swooping bends of the Colorado River flash silver below. Here, hike the canyon’s rim and descend into the canyon itself on trails little used by other hikers. Stop at the historic lodges on the canyon rim, including the studio of photography pioneers Emery and Ellsworth Kolb, where you visit a floor of the studio not open to the public.
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5 Lake Powell | Exploring Along the Shore
From twisting slot canyons to hanging gardens to lofty peaks and mesas, Lake Powell provides access to some of the most amazing scenery and geologic formations on the Colorado Plateau. Featuring partially submerged canyons, the contrast of the red rock and blue waters is stunning. Enjoy a private excursion in a high-speed powerboat with your private captain on Lake Powell today. Your aquatic itinerary is completely customizable to your tastes: Exercise with a little kayaking on the lake or go ashore and hike to the most photographed geological wonder of the American West, Rainbow Bridge National Monument.
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6 Secret Canyon | Offroad Adventure
Head to Secret Canyon, a slot canyon with high, undulating walls. Here, embark on a private, off-road drive through the desert rock and rolling hills of the secluded Secret Canyon, keeping eyes peeled for coyotes, hawks and bobcats. Stop by the Horseshoe Bend Overlook and take in the views of the most iconic loop in the Colorado River’s course.
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7 Moab, Utah | Arches National Park
Fly by private charter to Moab to tour Arches National Park. Hit the trails to discover unusual geologic formations, such as the Delicate Arch, the Marching Menand the Eye of the Whale. Continue by air to Jackson Hole.
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8 Grand Teton National Park | Life in the Mountains
Search for wildlife in Grand Teton National Park, keeping an eye out for bears, moose, antelopes, bison and elk. Then, visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art for a private tour of the galleries.
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9 Yellowstone National Park | Geysers and Wildlife
And then there is Yellowstone, meeting the Montana border: Time does not trouble the world’s first national park, leaving it utterly unspoiled, where bears paw at trout-filled rivers and acid-toned geysers spurt boiling jets into the crisp mountain air. Discover the park’s renowned sights, including Old Faithful geyser, and spot wolves, grizzly bears and the park’s iconic bison as you take in the landscapes and your guide shares stories from the world’s first national park.
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10 Jackson Hole, Wyoming | Drifting Downstream
A lively tourist town for all four seasons, Jackson Hole is the gateway to the great outdoors. To the north, Great Teton National Park’s cone-shaped summits pierce the sky, cottonwood trees rustling over the gentle currents of the Snake River. Here, a traditional wooden dory, or drift boat, awaits for a private float trip down the scenic river, and gourmet picnics are laid on throughout your journey.
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11 Depart Jackson Hole
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