Travel through the spectacular Virgin River Gorge, a stunning canyon carved by the Virgin River over millions of years. Straddling the boundary between the Colorado Plateau and the Mojave Desert, this scenic stretch of northwestern Arizona features towering cliffs, colorful rock formations, and breathtaking desert vistas, making it one of the most memorable drives in the American Southwest.

Bryce Canyon showcases the stunning geology of southern Utah, a red-rock wonderland created by wind, water, and snow.Among the nation’s most beloved (and photographed) parks, the park is less than 40 miles as the crow flies from another natural gem: Zion National Park.It’s a natural amphitheater carved into the eastern flank of the Paunsaugunt Plateau by millions of years of wind and water erosion.By far the park’s most popular activity is walking all, or part, of the 11-mile Rim Trail between Fairyland Point and Bryce Point. Offering panoramic views of the kaleidoscopic topography, the trail can be accessed from several places along the rim, including Sunrise Point and Sunset Point.T

Visit Rainbow Point, the highest viewpoint in Bryce Canyon National Park, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the park’s vast amphitheaters and iconic hoodoo formations. From this spectacular overlook, take in sweeping vistas of colorful rock layers, dramatic cliffs, and the surrounding Paunsaugunt Plateau stretching into the distance. This peaceful southernmost point of the park provides a perfect opportunity to pause and appreciate the scale and natural beauty of Bryce Canyon. It’s also an ideal spot for memorable photos and a quiet moment surrounded by one of Utah’s most striking landscapes.

After a wonderful day experiencing the beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park, we will journey back to Salt Lake City, marking the end of an unforgettable adventure.