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Las Vegas to Southwest Grand Tour Itinerary (Sept 3 – Sept 23, 2025)

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Day 1 (Sep 3): Arrival & Hoover Dam

Morning: Arrive at Harry Reid International Airport on Delta DL0421 at 1:26 PM, collect rental car and head east.

Afternoon: Drive (≈45 min) to Hoover Dam for a guided tour of the engineering marvel and stunning Colorado River views.

Evening: Check‑in to the Venetian Resort, enjoy a leisurely dinner on the Strip and relax after travel.

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Day 2 (Sep 4): Red Rock Canyon & Tule Springs

Morning: Breakfast at the resort, then drive (≈30 min) to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area for a scenic drive and short hikes.

Afternoon: Continue 30 min north to Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument, exploring the desert landscape and fossil exhibits.

Evening: Return to Las Vegas, enjoy a show or explore the casino floor.

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Day 3 (Sep 5): Eagles Concert at the Sphere

Morning: Relaxed morning at the resort, optional spa or pool time.

Afternoon: Explore the Strip or visit the Neon Museum for a glimpse of historic signage.

Evening: Attend the Eagles concert at the Sphere, enjoying world‑class acoustics and visual effects.

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Day 4 (Sep 6): King King & Travel to Arizona

Morning: Check out and drive 4 h (≈260 mi) to Kingman, AZ, a historic Route 66 town.

Afternoon: Explore the Historic Route 66 Museum and have lunch at a classic diner.

Evening: Check‑in to a boutique hotel in Kingman, enjoy a sunset stroll on the historic downtown.

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Day 5 (Sep 7): Jerome

Morning: Drive 2 h (≈120 mi) to the historic mining town of Jerome, perched on a cliff.

Afternoon: Tour the Jerome State Historic Park and visit local art galleries and the famed Jerome Grand Hotel for afternoon tea.

Evening: Stay overnight at the charming Jerome Guest House with panoramic views.

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Day 6 (Sep 8): Prescott

Morning: Drive 1 h (≈50 mi) to Prescott, known for its historic downtown and Whiskey Row.

Afternoon: Visit the Sharlot Hall Museum and stroll through the beautiful Prescott Courthouse square.

Evening: Stay at the historic Prescott Hotel, enjoy dinner at a local bistro.

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Day 7 (Sep 9): Sedona

Morning: Drive 1 h 30 min (≈80 mi) to Sedona for breathtaking red‑rock scenery.

Afternoon: Hike the Cathedral Rock trail and visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross for panoramic vistas.

Evening: Check‑in to a boutique resort in the Red Rock area, enjoy stargazing after dinner.

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Day 8 (Sep 10): Horseshoe Bend

Morning: Long drive (≈4 h, 250 mi) to Horseshoe Bend near Page, AZ.

Afternoon: Walk the rim to view the iconic horseshoe shape in the Colorado River; best lighting at sunset.

Evening: Stay at a cozy lodge in Page, Arizona.

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Day 9 (Sep 11): Antelope Canyon

Morning: Guided tour (≈2 h) of Upper Antelope Canyon, a stunning slot canyon.

Afternoon: Optional lower canyon tour; lunch in town.

Evening: Return to the lodge, enjoy a quiet night.

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Day 10 (Sep 12): Monument Valley

Morning: Drive 2 h (≈115 mi) to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, the iconic desert landscape.

Afternoon: Take a guided jeep tour to see Merrick Butte and John Ford’s Point, photo opportunities abound.

Evening: Stay at a Navajo‑run lodge, enjoy cultural dinner.

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Day 11 (Sep 13): Flagstaff & Montezuma Castle

Morning: Drive 3 h (≈180 mi) to Flagstaff for a coffee break and a stroll through historic downtown.

Afternoon: Head 30 min (15 mi) to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to explore the well‑preserved cliff dwellings.

Evening: Overnight in Flagstaff, enjoy a local brew.

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Day 12 (Sep 14): Grand Canyon South Rim

Morning: Drive 1 h 30 min (≈80 mi) to the Grand Canyon South Rim for breathtaking vistas.

Afternoon: Walk the Bright Angel Trail to a viewpoint, visit the Grand Canyon Village historic district.

Evening: Sunset at Hopi Point, stay at a lodge within the park.

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Day 13 (Sep 15): Travel to Capitol Reef

Morning: Drive 4 h (≈250 mi) to Capitol Reef National Park in Utah.

Afternoon: Hike the Fruita Loop and explore the historic Gifford Homestead.

Evening: Camp or stay at the Capitol Reef Lodge, stargazing.

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Day 14 (Sep 16): Petrified Forest

Morning: Drive 3 h (≈180 mi) to Petrified Forest National Park, a unique landscape of fossilized wood.

Afternoon: Explore the Blue Mesa and Painted Desert viewpoints, visit the museum.

Evening: Overnight at a nearby motel in Holbrook, AZ.

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Day 15 (Sep 17): Canyonlands

Morning: Drive 3 h 15 min (≈210 mi) to Canyonlands National Park, Island in the Sky district.

Afternoon: Hike the Grand View Point trail and stop at the Green River Overlook.

Evening: Stay at a lodge in Moab, enjoy the local nightlife.

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Day 16 (Sep 18): Arches

Morning: Short drive (≈30 min) to Arches National Park for sunrise at Delicate Arch.

Afternoon: Explore the Windows Section and hike the Devils Garden Trail.

Evening: Return to Moab for dinner, overnight in Moab.

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Day 17 (Sep 19): Moab & Leisure

Morning: Free morning for a Colorado River rafting adventure or a visit to the Moab Museum.

Afternoon: Relax at the hotel or explore local shops.

Evening: Sunset at Dead Horse Point State Park, return to Moab for dinner.

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Day 18 (Sep 20): Return to Las Vegas

Morning: Drive 6 h (≈375 mi) back to Las Vegas, stop at Lake Powell for a quick photo stop.

Afternoon: Check‑in to the Venetian Resort for the final nights.

Evening: Relax at the hotel spa, enjoy a final dinner on the Strip.

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Day 19 (Sep 21): Relaxation & Optional Activities

Morning: Optional visit to the Neon Museum or a relaxing spa morning.

Afternoon: Shopping at the Fashion Show Mall or a helicopter tour over the Strip.

Evening: Farewell dinner at a top‑rated restaurant, early night.

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Day 20 (Sep 22): Final Day in Vegas

Morning: Leisurely breakfast and check‑out, store luggage at the hotel.

Afternoon: Free time to explore any missed attractions, such as the Bellagio Conservatory.

Evening: Return to the Venetian, gather luggage, and prepare for departure.

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Day 21 (Sep 23): Departure

Morning: Return rental car and head to Harry Reid International Airport for Delta DL0748 at 11:35 AM.

Afternoon: Flight home.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hoover Dam – 2 hrs – $30 (tour + parking)
  • Red Rock Canyon – 3 hrs – $25 (park fee)
  • Tule Springs – 2 hrs – $10 (parking)
  • Eagles Concert – 3 hrs – $150 (ticket)
  • Jerome – 4 hrs – $20 (museum)
  • Prescott – 3 hrs – $15 (museum)
  • Sedona – 5 hrs – $30 (parking & trail fee)
  • Horseshoe Bend – 2 hrs – $0 (viewpoint)
  • Antelope Canyon – 2 hrs – $75 (guided tour)
  • Monument Valley – 3 hrs – $45 (tour + park fee)
  • Montezuma Castle – 2 hrs – $15 (park fee)
  • Grand Canyon South Rim – 5 hrs – $35 (park fee)
  • Capitol Reef – 4 hrs – $15 (park fee)
  • Petrified Forest – 3 hrs – $20 (park fee)
  • Canyonlands – 4 hrs – $20 (park fee)
  • Arches – 5 hrs – $20 (park fee)
  • Dead Horse Point – 2 hrs – $15 (park fee)
  • Hotel/Resort (average per night) – 12 nights – $1800
  • Total Estimated Cost: $2,935

Tips

If you need to shorten the trip, combine Jerome and Prescott into a single day and skip the optional Moab adventure day, saving about two days. To extend the trip, add a full day at the Grand Canyon South Rim for sunrise and another night in Sedona for a sunrise hot‑air balloon ride, providing extra time for photography and relaxation.

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