Hiking the Canyonlands and Arches National Parks
Explore the wondrous rock formations on this hiking tour through Canyonlands and Arches National Parks
Guided
Hiking the Canyonlands and Arches National Parks Overview
Explore some of the most incredible geological formations in Utah on this 6-day guided hiking tour of the Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. You’ll love the exciting trails and spectacular views of the sandstone canyons, gorges, and stone formations that fill these two amazing parks!
Your expert guide will lead you through some of the best trails in both parks, including Chesler Park and the Devil’s Garden Trail. As you explore the rocky spires and stone arches, you’ll also see the Colorado and Green Rivers, as well as majorly jaw-dropping canyons. Then, take a break from hiking so that you can enjoy the landscape as you float down the river on a scenic raft tour. The Hiking in the Canyonlands and Arches National Parks tour is the perfect way to explore the best of Utah!
Trip highlights
See the incredible sandstone spires during your hikes at the Island-in-the-Sky and the Needles districts.
Hike to Neck Spring for incredible canyon views from the Shafer Canyon Trailhead.
Visit some of the most incredible stone arches including Delicate and Double Arch, as well as the Windows.
Split your time between Canyonlands and Arches National Parks to see all the amazing geological formations of the area.
Day By Day Itinerary
Meet the shuttle at the Grand Junction airport for the morning drive to Canyonlands National Park. You’ll be warming up your legs in the Island-in-the-Sky district as you hike to Neck Spring. Stop to enjoy the view at the Shafer Canyon trailhead before you hike back to the van.
You’ll drive through Moab on your way to Monticello for the night, making for some great views out the window.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Monticello
- Distance:
- 5 miles
- Meals:
- Dinner
Today you’ll be wandering through the canyons and sandstone spires of the Needles District. The hike will work its way towards where the Colorado River meets the Green River. You’ll have a great view of the spectacular gorges that the rivers have carved through the Colorado Plateau.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Monticello
- Distance:
- 12 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The Chesler Park hike is considered to be one of the best trails in Canyonlands Park. You’ll see the stone spires from amazing vantage points all along the route, especially from the Joint Section of the trail.
In the evening you’ll transfer to Moab, where you’ll spend the remaining three nights.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Moab
- Distance:
- 10 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Your hiking tour today will explore the Devil’s Garden trail, which features the gravity-defying but naturally formed stone arches that the landscape is so famous for. Bring that camera!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Moab
- Distance:
- 8 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
See the park from another point of view today as you spend the afternoon on a scenic rafting trip down the Colorado River. Enjoy the sunshine and the views from the water as you cruise through canyons.
Spend the rest of your day relaxing or exploring the park.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Moab
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
This morning’s short hike is to the Delicate Arch, which is one of the most famous of the natural landmarks in Utah. There’s still more in store, though- you’ll have a chance to visit the Double Arch and the Windows before your shuttle brings you back to Grand Junction.
Enjoy your travels home after exploring the very best of these two spectacular parks!
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 6 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Grand Junction are not included.
- Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Transport from Grand Junction to Canyonlands and from Moab to Grand Junction is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
- English-speaking guide
- Shuttle van
- Trail maps and narratives
- Park entrance fees
- Rafting program and all necessary equipment
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights to and from Utah
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as ‘included’
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Solo traveler supplements
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5. The hikes on this trip are on desert trails that can include some scrambling on sandstone, as well as ladders, steep drop-offs, and some narrow fits. No technical skills are required, but you should possess the ability to maneuver through some of the trickier terrains and to hike up to 19.3 km per day.
Tipping in the United States of America is customary, but much appreciated. It is recommended to tip 10-20% for exceptional service.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly to the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Colorado, where your shuttle will pick you up.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour ends with a drop-off at the Grand Junction Regional Airport in Colorado.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to southern Utah for this tour is during the spring or autumn, as summer temperatures can get quite hot. The group tour is available in October, a generally warm and sunny month.
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