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7-Day Private Southwest Mighty Five Tour — Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands & Grand Canyon

7-Day Private Southwest Mighty Five Tour — Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands & Grand Canyon

Cover Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon in seven days on a private, professionally guided circuit. This tour mixes short hikes, cultural interpretation and optional add-ons like Antelope Canyon and helicopter flights for an efficient sweep of the Southwest's top parks.

Las Vegas, Nevada
7 days (approx. 10–12 hours of walking spread across week)
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Hydration habit

Bring a 1–2L refillable bottle and refill at comfort stops—bottled water is not provided on the tour.

Layer up for swings

Pack a warm mid-layer and a wind shell; desert days can be hot and canyon rims get cold after sunset.

Footwear for variety

Wear broken-in hiking shoes with good traction for slickrock, river crossings in the Narrows, and uneven trails like Angels Landing.

Respect Navajo lands

Follow your Navajo guide’s rules in Monument Valley and Antelope Canyon—photography and access can be restricted.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Sunset over Bryce’s Bryce Point for quieter light than Sunrise Point
  • Dead Horse Point overlook near Canyonlands for dramatic Colorado River views with fewer crowds

Wildlife

  • Desert bighorn sheep
  • Golden eagle

Conservation Note

Visitors are asked to practice Leave No Trace, stay on designated trails to protect cryptobiotic soil and respect restricted areas on tribal lands to minimize impacts.

The route crosses ancestral and reservation lands used for centuries by Indigenous peoples; Monument Valley is part of the Navajo Nation and long has been a cultural crossroads and film location.

Photographer's Notes

Best times:Golden hour, Sunrise, Blue hour
Key viewpoints:
  • Angels Landing viewpoint over Zion Canyon
  • Sunrise Point at Bryce Canyon
  • Horseshoe Bend overlook
Subjects to capture:Layered canyon walls and hoodoos, Night sky and Milky Way, Cultural scenes at Navajo trading posts and guided Jeep tours

What to Bring

Sturdy hiking shoesEssential

Provides grip and ankle support on slickrock, sand and rim trails.

Refillable water bottle with filterEssential

Keeps you hydrated between comfort stops when bottled water isn’t provided.

Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+, sunglasses)Essential

Long desert exposure makes sun protection essential during midday stops and hikes.

Insulating mid-layer and wind shell

Useful for chilly canyon rims and cool desert evenings, especially in shoulder seasons.

Common Questions

Do I need to be an experienced hiker?

No—most activities are accessible to travelers with average fitness; optional hikes like Angels Landing require comfort with exposure and steady footing.

Are park entrance fees included?

Park admission is included where noted in the itinerary; optional activities such as Antelope Canyon and helicopter rides are extra.

What are the sleeping arrangements?

Camping uses solo or 2-person tents (sleeping bags not provided). Lodging options are 2-person rooms; same-sex or couple rooming applies.

Is food provided?

Meals listed in the itinerary are included; camping guests pay a supplement that covers breakfasts, dinners and picnic lunches as specified.

When does this tour operate?

Departs Sundays from April through October; book early for spring and summer dates which fill quickly.

Can special dietary needs be accommodated?

Yes—vegetarian meals are available upon request; notify the operator during booking.

Book This Experience

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Duration

7 days (approx. 10–12 hours of walking spread across week)

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness: able to handle several half-day hikes, some with exposure and uneven terrain

Free cancellation available

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