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Southwest Adventure: Las Vegas & Grand Canyon Road Trip (Sept 3‑23, 2025)

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Day 1: Arrival & Hoover Dam

Morning: Arrive at Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport at 1:26 PM on Delta flight DL0421. Collect rental car and head out of the city.

Afternoon: Drive to the iconic Hoover Dam for a guided tour, admiring the engineering marvel and Lake Mead vistas.

Evening: Check into the Venetian Resort, relax, and enjoy dinner at one of the resort's fine‑dining venues.

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Day 2: Red Rock & Tule Springs

Morning: Venture to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area for a scenic drive and short hikes among vibrant red cliffs.

Afternoon: Visit the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument to explore ancient megafauna remains and desert landscapes.

Evening: Return to Las Vegas, enjoy a leisurely dinner at the Venetian, and unwind at the hotel pool.

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Day 3: Las Vegas – Eagles Concert

Morning: Leisurely morning at the Venetian Resort, enjoy the spa or pool, and explore the Strip’s shopping.

Afternoon: Explore the Las Vegas Strip sights such as the Bellagio Fountains and the high‑roller observation wheel.

Evening: Attend the Eagles concert (September 5) at the designated venue, enjoying a spectacular live performance.

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Day 4: Jerome & Prescott

Morning: Depart Las Vegas and drive to the historic mining town of Jerome, Arizona for a walking tour of historic buildings.

Afternoon: Continue to Prescott for lunch, then explore the historic downtown and Whiskey Row.

Evening: Return to the Venetian Resort for a relaxed evening or enjoy a show on the Strip.

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Day 5: Sedona

Morning: Drive to Sedona and hike the iconic Red Rock Trail for breathtaking views.

Afternoon: Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross and enjoy a local lunch with a view of the red cliffs.

Evening: Return to the Venetian for a restful night, perhaps enjoying a spa treatment.

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Day 6: Horseshoe Bend & Antelope Canyon

Morning: Drive to Horseshoe Bend for sunrise views over the Colorado River.

Afternoon: Guided tour of the stunning Antelope Canyon (Upper and/or Lower) with a Navajo guide.

Evening: Overnight at a hotel in Page, AZ; enjoy a quiet dinner by the lake.

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Day 7: Monument Valley

Morning: Depart early for Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, stopping at scenic overlooks.

Afternoon: Guided Navajo tour of the valley’s iconic mesas and learn about its cultural significance.

Evening: Stay at a nearby lodge, watch the sunset over the monuments.

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Day 8: Flagstaff & Montezuma's Castle

Morning: Arrive in Flagstaff, walk the historic downtown and enjoy a coffee at a local café.

Afternoon: Visit Montezuma’s Castle, a well‑preserved cliff dwelling.

Evening: Return to Flagstaff for a dinner at a local restaurant and overnight stay.

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Day 9: Grand Canyon South Rim

Morning: Travel to the Grand Canyon South Rim and stop at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.

Afternoon: Walk the Rim Trail, take in the iconic vistas at Mather Point and Yavapai Point.

Evening: Sunset at Hopi Point, then overnight at a lodge on the rim.

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Day 10: Grand Canyon to Capitol Reef

Morning: Sunrise over the canyon, optional short hike on the Bright Angel Trail.

Afternoon: Drive to Capitol Reef National Park, stopping at the historic Fruita orchards.

Evening: Check into a nearby lodge, enjoy stargazing in the dark‑sky park.

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Day 11: Capitol Reef to Petrified Forest

Morning: Explore the park’s iconic hoodoos and the Scenic Drive through Capitol Reef.

Afternoon: Travel to the Petrified Forest National Park, viewing fossilized trees and Painted Desert vistas.

Evening: Stay in nearby Holbrook, AZ; enjoy dinner at a local diner.

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Day 12: Canyonlands & Arches

Morning: Drive to Canyonlands National Park, explore the Island in the Sky district.

Afternoon: Continue to Arches National Park for a hike to Delicate Arch and a scenic drive.

Evening: Overnight in Moab, AZ; enjoy local cuisine and a relaxing night.

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Day 13‑19: Leisure & Exploration in Moab

Morning: Free days to hike additional trails in Arches and Canyonlands or relax in Moab.

Afternoon: Optional activities: mountain biking, river rafting on the Colorado River, or a guided jeep tour.

Evening: Enjoy Moab’s dining scene, live music, or a restful evening at the hotel.

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Day 20: Return to Las Vegas

Morning: Drive back to Las Vegas, stopping at scenic viewpoints along the route.

Afternoon: Check back into the Venetian Resort for final night, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Evening: Pack and relax before departure.

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Day 21: Departure

Morning: Check out of the Venetian and drive to Harry Reid International Airport for the Delta flight DL0748 at 11:35 AM.

Afternoon: Flight departure and return home.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hoover Dam – 2 hrs, $15 entry
  • Red Rock Canyon – 3 hrs, $20 entry
  • Tule Springs Fossil Beds – 2 hrs, $10 entry
  • Jerome – 3 hrs, free
  • Prescott – 2 hrs, free
  • Sedona – 5 hrs, $30 parking
  • Horseshoe Bend – 2 hrs, $0
  • Antelope Canyon – 3 hrs, $60 tour
  • Monument Valley – 4 hrs, $20 tour
  • Flagstaff – 2 hrs, free
  • Montezuma’s Castle – 2 hrs, $10 entry
  • Grand Canyon South Rim – 6 hrs, $35 parking
  • Capitol Reef – 4 hrs, $25 entry
  • Petrified Forest – 3 hrs, $25 entry
  • Canyonlands – 4 hrs, $20 entry
  • Arches – 5 hrs, $30 entry
  • Eagles concert – 3 hrs, $150 ticket
  • Venetian Resort (3 nights) – 3 nights, $600 per night = $1,800
  • Hotel in Moab (3 nights) – $250 /night = $750
  • Rental car (20 days) – $800
  • Meals (average $40 /day) – $840
  • Flights (DL0421 + DL0748) – $500
  • Total Estimated Cost: $5,446

Tips

To shorten the trip, you can combine the Jerome‑Prescott stop with the Sedona day, and skip the extra leisure days in Moab, focusing only on the highlights of Canyonlands and Arches. To extend, add a full day at the Grand Canyon South Rim for additional hikes, and consider a day trip to Bryce Canyon or Zion, which are both within a 3‑hour drive from the route.

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