Morning: Arrive at McCarran International Airport and check into the Bellagio Hotel. Refresh with a quick snack at the hotel’s lobby café.
Afternoon: Explore the Las Vegas Strip on foot, stopping at the iconic Bellagio Fountain and the panoramic view from the High Roller observation wheel.
Evening: Dinner at Giada – The Cromwell with views of the Strip, followed by a relaxed walk through the vibrant Fremont Street Experience.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Red Rock Canyon for a gentle hike on the Calico Hills Trail, taking in spectacular rock formations.
Afternoon: Visit Hoover Dam for a guided tour of the massive power plant and lake vista.
Evening: Return to Vegas, enjoy a relaxed dinner at Lotus of Siam (renowned Thai cuisine) and a show at the Cirque du Soleil on the Strip.
Find HotelsMorning: Leisurely brunch at The Peppermill, followed by a stroll in the Arts District exploring galleries.
Afternoon: Relax at the hotel pool; optional visit to The Neon Museum to see historic signage.
Evening: Eagles Concert at the Allegro, plus a post‑show dinner at Carnevino for a celebratory steak dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive 2 hours to Death Valley National Park, stopping at Furnace Creek and Badwater Basin (the lowest point in the U.S.).
Afternoon: Hike the Golden Canyon loop and explore Artist’s Palette for vivid colors.
Evening: Dinner under the stars at the Stargazer Café near the park’s ranger station.
Find HotelsMorning: Sunrise at Zabriskie Point followed by a short trek to Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes.
Afternoon: Travel to Joshua Tree National Park, check into a desert‑style lodge near Phoenix Town.
Evening: Evening walk to see the iconic Joshua Trees and enjoy dinner at Crossroads Café.
Find HotelsMorning: Hike the Hidden Valley Loop (moderate) and visit the Cholla Canyon viewpoint.
Afternoon: Explore the Joshua Tree Visitor Center and the historic Joshua Tree National Park Museum.
Evening: Sunset at Keys View, followed by a dinner at La Copine in nearby Yucca Valley.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to the Grand Canyon (South Rim), checking in at El Tovar Hotel.
Afternoon: Walk the Rim Trail from Yavapai Point for breathtaking views.
Evening: Dinner at El Tovar Dining Room; watch the sunset over **Mather Point**.
Find HotelsMorning: Meet the rafting team, board the boat for the three‑day raft.
Afternoon: Begin rafting downstream from River Mile 0 and enjoy the rugged canyon walls.
Evening: Evening camp on the riverbank with a campfire dinner prepared by the guide.
Find HotelsMorning: Continue the exhilarating rapids of the Colorado River, spotting the Vermilion Rapids.
Afternoon: Stop at a secluded canyon for a scenic hike to the hidden Cavern.
Evening: Night under the stars, stories from the guide, and a hearty meal at the river camp.
Find HotelsMorning: Last day of rafting; paddle through Crystal Rapids and reach the take‑out point.
Afternoon: Transfer to Grand Canyon North Rim for a short hike to Bright Angel Trail viewpoint.
Evening: Return to hotel; dinner at Bright Angel Lodge with local cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, stop en route at Parashant National Monument.
Afternoon: Guided tour of the **Maya** and **Navajo** villages, then hike to Yei Tse Koh (Navajo Rock).
Evening: Sunset dinner at the **Monument Valley Safari** restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to Page, AZ. Guided boat tour of Antelope Canyon (Upper and Lower).
Afternoon: Walk to Horseshoe Bend for a photo‑op of the iconic river curve.
Evening: Dinner at **Big John’s** in Page and nighttime stargazing.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Mesa Verde (Colorado) for a historic guided tour of the cliff dwellings.
Afternoon: Continue to Montezuma Castle (Arizona) for a brief scenic walk.
Evening: Dinner in **Cottonwood**, enjoying the local cuisine at **Old Town Café**.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Sedona, check in at Enchantment Resort.
Afternoon: Hike the **Cathedral Rock** trail (moderate) and see the famous red rock formations.
Evening: Sunset dinner at **The Hudson** with panoramic vista.
Find HotelsMorning: Guided jeep tour through the **Bell Rock** and **Beehive** regions, stopping at a local winery for tasting.
Afternoon: Light lunch at **The Secret Garden Café**, then a gentle walk along **Oak Creek Canyon**.
Evening: Relaxed evening at the resort’s spa and dinner at **Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill**.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to historic mining town Jerome, explore the Jerome State Historic Park and its art galleries.
Afternoon: Continue to the **Historic Downtown Prescott**, stroll through the **Whiskey Row** and stop at **Pioneer Museum**.
Evening: Dinner at **The Raven Café** (Jerome) and stay at a boutique inn.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early to Great Basin National Park (Nevada) and check in at **Bristow Campground**.
Afternoon: Hike to **Lehman Caves** guided tour, plus a quick visit to **Wheeler Peak** views.
Evening: Campfire dinner, star‑gazing at one of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to **Arches National Park** (Utah), hike the **Delicate Arch** trail.
Afternoon: Visit **The Windows** and the **Double Arch**; lunch at the **Arches Visitor Center Café**.
Evening: Sunset at **Dead Horse Point** (Canyonlands) followed by dinner at **Canyonlands Lodge**.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore **Canyonlands**’ **Island in the Sky**; hike to **Grand View Point**.
Afternoon: Return to **Moab**, enjoy a bike ride on the **Slickrock Trail** or rent a quad for a short adventure.
Evening: Meal at **The Moab Brewery**, and a night stroll along the **Colorado River** walkway.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive back to **Las Vegas**, stopping at **Tule Springs Fossil Beds** for a brief stop at the museum.
Afternoon: Visit **Mojave National Preserve** for a short desert walk and a picnic.
Evening: Return to the hotel; dinner at **Estiatorio Milos** for a farewell seafood feast.
Find HotelsMorning: Enjoy a leisurely brunch at **The Buffet at Wynn**, then relax at the hotel pool.
Afternoon: Return rental car, check‑out, and head to McCarran for the flight home.
Evening: Fly out of Las Vegas with wonderful memories.
Find HotelsTo shorten the trip, consider dropping the round‑trip to Monument Valley and reducing the stay in Great Basin, which can cut five days while still covering the main national parks. If you have extra time, extend the Sedona segment with a day‑trip to **Oak Creek Canyon** for a longer hike or add a day at **Sedona’s Vortex sites**. For more relaxed days, consider swapping the intense rafting trip for a scenic river float in the Colorado River near Grand Canyon.