Family Adventure Road Trip: Las Vegas to Zion, Bryce Canyon & Grand Canyon to San Diego

Day 1: Adventure Awaits

Las Vegas, NV

7:00 AM

Breakfast at The Cracked Egg

Start the day with a delicious breakfast at The Cracked Egg, famous for their fluffy pancakes and hearty omelets, perfect for fueling your adventure.
Location is in Las Vegas, a quick drive from the Strip.
USD15, 1 hour

8:00 AM

Drive to Zion National Park

Hit the road towards Zion National Park, where the stunning red rock formations await your exploration.
Taking I-15 N and UT-9 W for approximately 2.5 hours.
USD0, 2.5 hours

10:30 AM

Explore Zion National Park

Once you arrive, take a family-friendly hike on the Riverside Walk for breathtaking views along the Virgin River.
Follow the scenic routes within the park.
USD35 per vehicle (valid for 7 days), 2 hours

12:30 PM

Lunch at Zion Pizza & Noodle Co.

Refuel with delicious pizza or pasta at Zion Pizza & Noodle Co., offering a cozy atmosphere with great views.
Located conveniently within Zion National Park.
USD40, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Drive to Bryce Canyon

Enjoy a scenic drive of about 1.5 hours to Bryce Canyon, filled with stunning landscapes and natural beauty.
Take US-89 N then UT-12 E.
USD0, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Visit Bryce Canyon National Park

Explore the famous hoodoos at Bryce Canyon, opting for the easy Rim Trail for stunning viewpoints suitable for the whole family.
Drive to visitor center; hiking from there.
USD35 per vehicle (valid for 7 days), 2 hours

5:00 PM

Dinner at Bryce Canyon Lodge

Savor a hearty family dinner at Bryce Canyon Lodge, featuring locally sourced ingredients and comforting dishes.
Located within Bryce Canyon National Park.
USD80, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Drive to Grand Canyon

Head off to the Grand Canyon for about 2.5 hours, keeping an eye out for the magnificent desert landscapes.
Take UT-12 E to US-89 S.
USD0, 2.5 hours

8:30 PM

Evening at Grand Canyon

Arrive at Grand Canyon, where you can enjoy the sunset views at Mather Point, a memorable way to end the day.
Enter the South Rim and follow signs to Mather Point.
USD35 per vehicle (valid for 7 days), 1 hour

9:30 PM

Continue to San Diego

Finally, embark on the drive to San Diego, which will take approximately 7 hours, perfect for winding down after an adventurous day.
Take AZ-64 S to I-40 W and then to I-15 S.
USD0, 7 hours
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