Yellowstone National Park
Hoover Dam
If a stay in Las Vegas doesn ’ t make you rich , the Wild West has numerous other natural treasures to more than make up for it , including head-turning national parks , staggeringly deep canyons and geothermal wonders .
Packed with wildly different natural landscapes , it ’ s actually the man-made oasis of Las Vegas which attracts most visitors to Nevada . Aside from the pleasures of Sin City , Nevada ’ s other highlights include the massive Hoover Dam , Lake Mead , Red Rock Canyon and the Valley of Fire .
Offering an easy combination of outdoor adventure and urban sophistication , Arizona ’ s top spot is the majestic Grand Canyon , one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World . Equally impressive are the famed buttes and spires of Monument Valley , the red rocks of Sedona and the exhilarating waters of Lake Havasu . The cities of Phoenix , Scottsdale and Tucson dish up true Western life , Flagstaff has Route 66 as its main street , while Bisbee or Tombstone give glimpses of a time when the Old West reigned supreme .
Sculpted by wind , water and time , Utah ’ s landscape is the perfect canvas for adventurers . Prepare to be bowled over by five of America ’ s most amazing National Parks – Bryce , Zion , Capitol Reef , Arches and Canyonlands , or marvel at the red rock and sunsets of the Wasatch Mountains . See also beautiful Salt Lake City , gateway to its ski resorts and national parks .
A haven for artists and outdoor enthusiasts alike , New Mexico has a fascinating history with a Native American and Spanish past . Places to see include sophisticated Santa Fe and arty Taos .
Welcoming Wyoming is rich in unspoiled nature with two celebrated national parks located here : Yellowstone with its waterfalls and geysers , and Grand Teton with its jagged peaks and pretty lakes . Cities such as Cheyenne , Casper and popular Jackson are well worth checking out .
Being home to the Rockies , there ’ s no shortage of impressive mountain scenery in Colorado . Discover ski resorts like Vail , old mining towns like Breckenridge and historic railroad towns like Durango . See also Mesa Verde National Park , and the stark , stunning rock formations of Colorado ’ s National Monument . Gateway to it all is Denver .
The epitome of the American West , Montana offers boundless opportunities to explore its stunning scenery . Mother Nature ’ s talents are on full show in Glacier National Park , thanks to glacier-carved valleys , effervescent waterfalls and razor-edged peaks , plus its large population of grizzly bears .
In South Dakota , the ‘ cowboy town ’ of Rapid City is a perfect location from which to explore the deserted landscape of prairies and pine forests . Southwest of the city is Mount Rushmore with the iconic carved stone faces of four US presidents .
8 nights from £ 1999
OUR FAVOURITE COMBINATIONS
We have handpicked a few of our favourite itineraries to tempt you ; however , these are just a guide to the many possibilities available . Prices are per person based on two sharing and include return international flights , onward domestic flights or road travel as shown , and accommodation .
6 nights from £ 2599
8 nights from £ 3295
BRIGHT LIGHTS , CANYONS & DESERTS
3NTS LAS VEGAS | 2NTS GRAND CANYON | 3NTS SCOTTSDALE
Compare the dazzling urban hustle and bustle of Las Vegas before setting off on a self-drive to discover the awesome natural splendour of the Grand Canyon and charm of Scottsdale .
SOUTHWEST HIGHLIGHTS
1NT ZION NATIONAL PARK | | 1NT BRYCE CANYON NP | 2NTS MOAB | 1NT MONUMENT VALLEY | 1NT GRAND CANYON NP
ARIZONA RANCH & RELAX 1NT PHOENIX | 4NTS TUCSON | 3NTS SCOTTSDALE
This trio offers a treasure trove of distinctive experiences worth discovering . You ’ ll find outdoor activities galore , all kinds of shops , superb dining and a true western vibe .
With the option to camp or stay in hotels , this small group escorted adventure is the chance to be fully immersed in amazing western landscapes .
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