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Wild Southwest USA

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The lush granite mountains of Colorado and the mighty red-rock deserts of Utah: there is arguably no other state divide in the US where two more remarkable landscapes converge. On this eight-day trip, you’ll hike through the Moab canyonlands, bike down dusty trails in Arches National Park and go rafting on the Colorado River. You’ll also visit quaint alpine t...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Raft down the Colorado River through a maze of red rocks
    • Hike and wild swim in Arches National Park, Utah
    • Spot black bears in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
    • Sip cocktails at the ‘haunted’ hotel from The Shining
    • Sample a variety of Denver’s famous craft beer
    • Soak in the natural, geothermal Strawberry Hot Springs
    • Watch out-of-this-world sunrises and sunsets in Moab

What's this trip about?

    The lush granite mountains of Colorado and the mighty red-rock deserts of Utah: there is arguably no other state divide in the US where two more remarkable landscapes converge. On this eight-day trip, you’ll hike through the Moab canyonlands, bike down dusty trails in Arches National Park and go rafting on the Colorado River. You’ll also visit quaint alpine towns, soak in hot springs, and – with any luck – spot a black bear or two in the Colorado Rockies. Designed with thrill-seekers in mind, this trip brings you non-stop adventure, combining both Moab and the Rocky Mountains in a single trip. Foodies and culture fiends won’t be disappointed either, with cocktails at the hotel from The Shining (1980) and wine tasting at Grand Junction.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 13 people
Age range25 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDenver
End CityDenver

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Photography
  • High Adventure
  • Climbing & Mountaineering

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Photography
  • Swimming
  • Whitewater Rafting

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 13

Trip includes

    • Three nights river lodge accommodation
    • Two nights family-run lodge accommodation
    • Two nights standard hotel accommodation
    • Private and local transport
    • Seven breakfasts, two dinners
    • Local Insider
    • Wine tasting
    • Arches Park Avenue walk
    • Delicate Arch sunset hike
    • Rafting on the Colorado River
    • Devil’s Garden sunrise hike
    • Dead Horse Point State Park sunset hike
    • Strawberry Hot Springs entry
    • Trail Ridge Road scenic drive
    • Guided hike from Bear Lake trailhead
    • Red Rock Amphitheatre visit

Itinerary

DAY 1 Welcome to Denver, Colorado On arrival in Denver, you’ll be greeted by our Local Insider who will accompany you throughout the trip. Meet your fellow travellers at 6pm and spend the evening mingling at an authentic Denver brewpub, where dinner and a selection of local beers will be served.

ACCOMMODATION
The Curtis

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Welcome dinner DAY 2

Transforming landscapes and hiking in Arches National Park, Utah

The adventure really begins on Day 2, as you journey from the American plains and across the Colorado Rockies, where you’ll stop off for wine tasting in Grand Junction. C...

ACCOMMODATION
Red Cliffs Lodge

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Wine tasting Arches Park Avenue walk Delicate Arch sunset hike DAY 3 Rafting the Colorado River and off-roading in Moab

After a hearty breakfast at the lodge, you’ll spend the morning rafting the Colorado River. There are no rapids in this part of the water...

ACCOMMODATION
Red Cliffs Lodge

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Rafting on the Colorado River

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Sunset Hummer tour Hiking Mountain biking Horse riding Canyoneering DAY 4 Devil’s Garden and Dead Horse Point State Park

Receive a sunrise wake-up call to beat the desert heat on your early hike in Arches National Park. You’ll be taking the Devil’s Gard...

ACCOMMODATION
Red Cliffs Lodge

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Devil’s Garden sunrise hike Dead Horse Point State Park sunset hike

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Horseback ride DAY 5 Steamboat Springs and soaking under the stars

It’s back over the border to Colorado today; the pretty alpine village of Steamboat Springs is your destination. On the way, you’ll stop for lunch in the quiet town of Rifle before continuing in...

ACCOMMODATION
Residence Inn

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Strawberry Hot Springs entry DAY 6 Hike Rocky Mountain National Park

You’ll be making your way into the Rocky Mountain National Park this morning, traversing the Trail Ridge Road which stretches up to 12,000ft (3,658m) above sea level. Expect magnificent vista...

ACCOMMODATION
Hotel Estes

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Trail Ridge Road scenic drive

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Guided Tundra Communities Trail hike DAY 7 Swimming in Bear Lake and cocktails at Stanley Hotel

Your last full day sees you hike the Bear Lake trailhead, which is dotted with picturesque waterfalls. There are easy, moderate and challenging routes from which to ...

ACCOMMODATION
Hotel Estes

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Guided hike from Bear Lake trailhead Farewell dinner

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Cocktails at Stanley Hotel DAY 8 Return to Denver with a Boulder detour

There’s a short drive back to Denver today, but not before stopping at the mountain community of Boulder for lunch. Here, you’ll have a few hours of free time to visit one of the best farme...

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Red Rock Amphitheatre visit

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Price per day$437
Last Updated: 11/19/2023

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Accommodation

The Curtis , Denver The Curtis is ideal for exploring downtown Denver. Choose between themed and non-themed rooms – the former includes a Star Trek room and Sweet Treats suite for candy lovers. Downstairs, the Martini Bar is a great spot to rub shoulders with locals. Red Cliffs Lodge , Moab This is an all-suite lodge set on the banks of the Colorado River. There’s an on-site winery, a museum with Western film memorabilia, and rustic rooms with glorious views. The hotel is also framed by 2,000ft (609m) red cliffs, and just a short drive from Arches National Park. Residence Inn Steamboat , Steamboat Springs After a long day exploring, there’s nothing better than soaking in the outdoor hot tub at this hotel in the pretty ski village of Steamboat. With ultra-modern rooms, local craft beer served at the bar and free s’mores to cook on the outdoor firepit, there’s a lot to love here. Hotel Estes , Estes Park A locally owned and family-run gem with the Rocky Mountain National Park on its doorstep. Rooms here are homey with pine furniture and balconies on which to bask. Pack your swimmers for a dip in the outdoor pool with its mountainous backdrop.
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You can get a full refund should you need to postpone or cancel your trip up to 35 days prior to departure. Or you can simply transfer your deposit and any funds paid to a different date without incurring any additional fees.

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Meals Included
Seven breakfasts, two dinners
Age Requirements
25 years and up
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