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- Tour Code :
- USYA07
- Duration :
- 7
Important Notice: New U.S. National Park Fee Policy (Effective January 1, 2026)
This itinerary includes FOUR national parks: Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park.
For detailed fee information, please refer to the ordering instructions.
Meeting at LAS Terminal 1, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (Baggage Claim Area - Las Vegas, NV) at 2:30 PM.
As night, Las Vegas transforms into a city of dazzling lights and vibrant energy. You may choose to join optional nightlife activities at your own expense, including world-class shows such as classic Las Vegas performances or modern musical productions, each filled with creativity and excitement. Additionally, take a leisurely stroll under the neon lights and immerse yourself in the lively and passionate atmosphere of this sleepless city.
【Las Vegas】
The largest city in Nevada, USA, is renowned for its massive tourism, shopping, and resort industries centered around gambling. Known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World" and the "Wedding Capital," Las Vegas attracts 38.9 million visitors annually.
【Las Vegas Night Tour】$$
Enjoy a nighttime view of the famous Sphere, the world’s largest spherical immersive experience center, standing 112 meters tall and 157 meters wide at its broadest point. Admire the spectacular Bellagio Fountain Show, take an interior tour of Caesars Palace, and explore Downtown Las Vegas.
(Approximately 2-3 hours)
The journey will begin in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, heading towards the Grand Canyon National Park, one of the world’s natural wonders. Here, you will have the opportunity to witness the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon and experience its vastness and depth. The tour will then continue to Horseshoe Bend, a famous landmark on the Colorado River, known for its unique horseshoe-shaped meander. Afterward, we will proceed to Page for a rest.
【Grand Canyon National Park】
It spans across Arizona and Utah. The area has a dry climate and vast landscapes, featuring unique rock formations, red earth, canyons, and Native American culture. Looking down into the canyon, the Colorado River lies quietly like a green ribbon, nestled at the bottom of the canyon, winding and shimmering.
【East Rim】
Desert View Drive is a scenic 25-mile route along the South Rim, leading to the eastern entrance of the Grand Canyon Village and Desert View Watchtower. The Desert View Watchtower is also a landmark structure, offering one of the best vantage points to admire the spectacular views of the Grand Canyon.
【South Rim】
The South Rim attracts more than 5 million visitors annually, making it the most popular spot for tourists at the Grand Canyon. From various perspectives, the natural grandeur and beauty of the South Rim are truly breathtaking, showcasing millions of years of natural creation.
【Grand Canyon IMAX】$$
One of the most highly anticipated IMAX films in the world, Grand Canyon: Hidden Secrets. This 35-minute film is shown every hour on a massive seven-story tall screen, with 12,000 watts of digital surround sound. It deeply resonates with visitors, offering an immersive and emotional experience.
【South Rim Helicopter Tour】$$
Take a helicopter ride for the best way to view the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. You will have the opportunity to see the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon, with its stunning scenery illuminated by the sunlight.
【Page】
Page is a small town in Coconino County, Arizona, USA, located near the Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell. Established in 1957, Page initially served as a residential area for workers involved in the construction of the Glen Canyon Dam.
【Horseshoe Bend】
Horseshoe Bend is a meander of the Colorado River, located about 5 miles from Lake Powell. From this vantage point, you can capture the vibrant colors of the canyon, and the sharp bend of the river is especially stunning.
【Antelope Canyon】
Located in the northern part of Arizona, it is one of the world's most famous slot canyons. The entrance to Lower Antelope Canyon is only wide enough for one person and is level with the ground, making it difficult to identify from a distance.【Lower Antelope Canyon】In Navajo, Lower Antelope Canyon is called "The Spiraling Rock Arches." It is V-shaped, longer and shallower than Upper Antelope Canyon, and visitors must climb metal stairs to descend deeper into the canyon. If you do not visit Antelope Canyon, you will need to wait at the hotel for other visitors to finish their tour before continuing with the rest of the itinerary.
(Recommended local guide gratuity: USD $5, pay on site)
【Page】
Page is a small town in Coconino County, Arizona, USA, located near the Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell. Established in 1957, Page initially served as a residential area for workers involved in the construction of the Glen Canyon Dam.
【Glen Canyon Dam】
This concrete arch dam is located in the northern part of Arizona near the Colorado River and Lake Powell. It forms the second-largest man-made lake in the country. Lake Powell is a popular spot for water skiing and boating, and is especially favored by fishermen. (Pass-by)
【Lake Powell】
Lake Powell is the second-largest man-made lake in the United States, formed by the Glen Canyon Dam blocking the Colorado River. It spans both Utah and Arizona, with its vast blue waters resembling a magnificent gem sculpted by nature on the fiery red southwestern landscape. (Pass-by)
【Bryce Canyon National Park, UT】
Bryce Canyon is located in southern Utah, on the northern side of the Colorado River. It is renowned for its uniquely shaped and vividly colored rock formations. The rocks, eroded by wind, frost, rain, and snow, display over 60 different colors, including red, light red, yellow, and light yellow, creating a stunning visual spectacle that captivates visitors.
【Salt Lake City, UT】
Salt Lake City offers a variety of venues for both professional and amateur theater. The city attracts many tourists visiting the Brainstorm Mall or attending performances. It also has a vibrant live music scene, with blues and rock performances frequently featured.
【Jackson Hole, WY】
A renowned cowboy-style town in the western United States, Jackson Hole features four-season resorts and mountain resorts. In addition to its rugged natural environment, it boasts fresh air and a relaxed pace of life, making it an ideal retreat nestled against the backdrop of the Teton Mountains.
【Antler Arches】
Located in Jackson, the "Cowboy Town," Antler Arches features four grand archways built from real antlers at its north, south, east, and west entrances. These antlers interlock intricately, forming circular arches nearly two meters in diameter, making them a rare and fascinating sight.
【Grand Teton National Park, WY】
Situated in northwestern Wyoming, this national park is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, numerous lakes, and rich wildlife, including American bison, grizzly bears, black bears, and moose.
【Yellowstone National Park, WY】
Yellowstone National Park is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world and home to one of the world's largest forests. The park contains over 10,000 hot springs and more than 300 geysers, along with over 290 waterfalls. Featuring Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone River, canyons, waterfalls, and geothermal landscapes, it is one of the world's most famous travel destinations.
【West Thumb Geyser Basin】
A must-visit attraction in Yellowstone, this geothermal area is located along the lakeshore and features numerous geysers and hot springs. The vibrant hydrothermal features are breathtaking, and the views of Yellowstone Lake are equally spectacular.
【Yellowstone Lake】
The largest inland lake in Yellowstone National Park, situated at an altitude of approximately 2,300 meters and covering 352 square kilometers. It serves as a habitat for rare waterfowl such as trumpeter swans and Canada geese, as well as a prime location for trout fishing.
【Old Faithful Geyser】
One of Yellowstone’s most famous geothermal attractions, Old Faithful erupts approximately every 93 minutes, lasting about four minutes each time. Its consistent eruptions throughout the seasons have earned it the name “Old Faithful.”
【Morning Glory Pool】
Located in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone, this geothermal pool is one of the park’s most famous hot springs. The pool's water contains various metal ions, creating a brilliant blue hue, while the outer edge glows with a golden color, resembling a blooming morning glory flower.
【Yellowstone National Park, WY】
Yellowstone National Park is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world and home to one of the world's largest forests. The park contains over 10,000 hot springs and more than 300 geysers, along with over 290 waterfalls. Featuring Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone River, canyons, waterfalls, and geothermal landscapes, it is one of the world's most famous travel destinations.
【Norris Geyser Basin】
The Norris Geyser Basin is the most thermally active area in Yellowstone. The entire basin resembles a painter's palette, with vibrant colors creating a breathtaking spectacle.
【Fountain Paint Pot】
Fountain Paint Pot is a geothermal area in Yellowstone National Park known for its colorful landscape. It features a combination of four typical geothermal phenomena: hot springs, mud pots, fumaroles, and geysers.
【Grand Prismatic Hot Spring】
As the third-largest hot spring in the world, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring is famous for its brilliant, rainbow-colored waters. The bacteria thriving in the mineral-rich water create a stunning spectrum of colors, with the spring appearing orange in summer.
【Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone】
One of Yellowstone’s most magnificent and awe-inspiring sights, the canyon was formed by the Yellowstone River eroding volcanic rock softened by geothermal activity. The rushing river creates two spectacular waterfalls that thunder into the canyon below.
【Upper Yellowstone Falls】
Located about 400 meters upstream from the larger Yellowstone Falls, the Upper Falls plunges 33 meters over a volcanic cliff. The waterfall's constant flow over the centuries has smoothed the once rugged volcanic rock beneath it.
【Lower Yellowstone River Falls】
Situated at the junction of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho within Yellowstone National Park, the Lower Falls has a height of 94 meters—twice that of Niagara Falls. The best viewpoint to admire the falls is the Lookout Point.
【Artist Point】
Artist Point, located near the Lower Falls, is one of the best spots to view the waterfalls and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The canyon walls display an array of colors, resembling an impressionist painting, making it a favorite spot for artists and photographers.
【Mud Volcano Area】
Located in the eastern part of Yellowstone National Park, not far from Yellowstone Lake, this area is known for its bubbling mud pots rather than water eruptions. Each eruption shakes the ground, while the surrounding vibrant grasses create a stunning contrast.
【Hayden Valley】
Situated on the edge of the Yellowstone Caldera, Hayden Valley is an open grassland with relatively low geothermal activity. The valley’s lush vegetation, fed by nearby rivers, makes it one of the best places in the park to observe wildlife, including bison, elk, black bears, grizzly bears, and coyotes. Visitors often spot waterfowl such as ducks and pelicans along the Yellowstone River. Scenic viewpoints along the roadside provide excellent spots for wildlife watching.
【Fishing Bridge】
Spanning the Yellowstone River at the lake’s outlet, Fishing Bridge is a prime location for observing wildlife. Every June and July, visitors can witness wild trout swimming upstream to spawn. Despite its name, fishing is no longer permitted on the bridge—it is now a designated spot for fish observation.
【Tower Fall】
Tower Fall is one of Yellowstone’s most striking waterfalls. Unlike other waterfalls in the park, it is surrounded by towering rock formations that give it a distinctive appearance.
【Yellowstone National Park, WY】
Yellowstone National Park is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world and home to one of the world's largest forests. The park contains over 10,000 hot springs and more than 300 geysers, along with over 290 waterfalls. Featuring Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone River, canyons, waterfalls, and geothermal landscapes, it is one of the world's most famous travel destinations.
【Mammoth Hot Springs】
Mammoth Hot Springs is the world's largest known carbonate-depositing hot spring. From a distance, it shimmers like gold and jade, with crystal-clear terraces. The flowing hot spring water cascades down the slope, forming a series of beautifully colored, tiered terraces.
【Roosevelt Arch】
The Roosevelt Arch was dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. Located at the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park, it is one of the park’s most iconic landmarks. The north entrance is also the only one in Yellowstone with a formal gate. After its completion, Roosevelt had the words “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People” inscribed on the arch, quoting the U.S. Congressional Act that established the park.
【Liberty Cap】
Liberty Cap is a well-known geothermal cone in Yellowstone National Park, formed by the continuous deposition of minerals from thermal waters. It stands as a testament to the park’s geothermal activity. The cone was named for its resemblance to the liberty caps worn during the American Revolutionary War and is located near Mammoth Hot Springs.
【Salt Lake City, UT】
Salt Lake City offers a variety of venues for both professional and amateur theater. The city attracts many visitors who come for Brain Exchange tours or to watch performances, featuring live music, blues, or rock styles.
【Utah State Capitol】
For nearly a century, the Utah State Capitol has been one of the most prominent landmark buildings in Utah. Completed in 1915, the Capitol is designed in a Renaissance architectural style.
【Mormon Temple】
Revered by Mormons as the "Temple," this iconic granite spire building is made from white, solid granite stones extracted from a canyon 25 miles away, brought into the city by oxen. Construction began in 1853 and took 40 years to complete.
【Great Salt Lake】
The largest inland saltwater lake in North America and the largest saline lake in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the northwest part of Utah, it is bordered by the Rocky Mountains to the east and desert to the west. The Great Salt Lake is the remnant of a freshwater lake from the Pleistocene epoch.
** The tour will conclude in Las Vegas, with a final stop at Resorts World Las Vegas around 18:30. Please schedule your departing flight no earlier than 20:30 and arrange your own transportation to the airport.
** If you need to leave the tour in Salt Lake City, the drop-off point can be at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC). Please book an international flight departing after 13:00.
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