Southwest USA National Parks

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• 9 nights quality accommodation

• Take a trip back in time on the lovingly restored rail cars of the Grand Canyon Railway

• Transportation by private air conditioned coach

• English-speaking tour guides
• Airline and cruise taxes and surcharges

• Arrive Early in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Vancouver: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Vancouver: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)
• Guaranteed Airline: Fly with a guaranteed airline. (See checkout for details)

Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details

Today you'll depart from Australia for Las Vegas, Nevada. On arrival make your own way to your accommodation located on the iconic Las Vegas Strip where you can check in and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.

Please note: 

• Standard check in time is 3pm, and if you arrive early luggage storage will be available at reception until check in.
• Some flights may depart Day 0, and some flights may involve a layover of up to 8 hours with lounge passes purchased at own expense.

Overnight: Excalibur Hotel & Casino or similar

Meals included: In-Flight

Today is a free day to explore Las Vegas at leisure.

Overnight: Excalibur Hotel & Casino or similar

Meals included: None

Today is a free day to explore Las Vegas at leisure.

Overnight: Excalibur Hotel & Casino or similar

Meals included: None

This morning, depart Las Vegas and travel across the state border to Sedona in Arizona.

Sedona has been revered as a magnificent spiritual haven since prehistoric times. Native Americans have been coming to Sedona for their religious ceremonies, their spiritual awakenings, their rites of passage and their weddings for hundreds of years. The area is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and unique geological features such as its impressive red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests. Here we will enjoy some sightseeing and photostops that will allow you to take in the majestic beauty of this unique landscape. You will also enjoy some time at leisure in the town of Sedona where you can have lunch (not included) and do some shopping at leisure.

This afternoon depart Sedona and continue onwards to Flagstaff, where you will check in to your hotel accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 500km / 5.15hr

Overnight: Days Hotel or similar

Meals included: None

This morning drive to the iconic Grand Canyon, a superb geological phenomenon and one of the seven wonders of the world which will most certainly be one of the highlights of your trip. The Grand Canyon is the result of millions of years of wind and water erosion with an endless expanse of shapes and colours with its layered bands of red rock revealing millions of years of geological history. The Colorado River flows over a mile below the canyon rim. Here you will enjoy the opportunity to walk along the South Rim and make use of the complimentary park shuttles to various viewpoints so you can see one of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring wonders in the world. In the afternoon, you will embark on a scenic train journey aboard the Grand Canyon Railway.  

Since 1901, the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel has been taking passengers on a fabled journey to the heart of one of the seven wonders of the world. Grand Canyon Railway is more than just a mode of transportation: it’s a trip back in time on lovingly restored rail cars with entertaining musicians and the antics of cowboy characters. Out your window, the terrain changes from high desert to prairie, prairie to pine. It’s a view that’s ever-changing until you come across a view so brilliant, it could very well change you.

This afternoon arrive in the town of Williams and continue back to Flagstaff for an evening at leisure.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 200km / 2.5hr (not including rail trip)

Please note: depending on scheduling you may take the morning train from Williams to the Grand Canyon and drive back on the bus.

Overnight: Days Hotel or similar

Meals included: Breakfast

Today depart Flagstaff and travel onwards to Page. Along the way, stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post, where you can shop for Native American goods. Next we venture out on an easy 2.4km (roundtrip) hike to Horseshoe Bend: a geologic masterpiece sculpted by the Colorado River. Horseshoe Bend is an example of what happens when water takes the path of least resistance. At Horseshoe Bend, an unstoppable force met an immovable object, namely, a sandstone escarpment. Since this rock formation wasn’t going to budge anytime soon, the river did the most logical thing it could: it went around it. The result is the 270° bend in the river you see before you and a very impressive photo opportunity. Upon arrival in Page check into the accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 210km / 2.15hr

Overnight: Best Western View of Lake Powell or similar

Meals included: Breakfast

Start the day with a visit to Antelope Canyon. Gently carved from the Navajo sandstone over the course of countless millennia, the slot canyons are majestic and narrow passages, with just enough space for a small group to walk the sandy floor - and for the occasional shafts of sunlight to shine down from above. Here you will enjoy a guided walk with a Navajo guide to learn more about the history and significance of this amazing formation.

Next, travel to Monument Valley, where you will find yourself surrounded by dark red hills where numerous westerns have been filmed. This wide desert plain overflows with gigantic sandstone monolithic structures rising high above the valley. Here you will enjoy a jeep tour through the valley with a local Navajo guide before returning to Page for another evening at leisure.

Please note: the visit to Antelope Canyon may require the group to be split into 2 smaller groups and may be conducted on Day 6 or 8 of the tour depending on availability.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 400km / 4hr

Overnight: Best Western View of Lake Powell or similar

Meals included: Breakfast

A beautiful drive lies ahead this morning, crossing the plains to Bryce Canyon, one of the most fascinating natural parks of Utah, filled with vertical rock pillars of orange sandstone, affectionately known as “hoodoos.” Standing along the rim at Bryce, the hoodoos descend down into a natural amphitheatre to create a spectacle of rock that looks almost otherworldly. Here you will have time to explore one of the park's endless trails on your own. It’s a breathtaking sight to gaze over the towering hoodoos on this stretch of unique Utah landscape. 

Afterward continue onwards to Kanab, often referred to as ‘Little Hollywood’ due to its history as a filming location for western movies and television series such as Daniel Boone, Gunsmoke, and The Lone Ranger. Upon arrival check into your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 400km / 4hr 

Overnight: Quality Inn Kanab or similar

Meals included: Breakfast

Today leave Kanab for the oldest park in Utah, Zion Canyon with its cathedral-shaped rocks, many of which are more than 3,000 feet high. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. There is also a great diversity of plant and animal life due to the park’s unique geography. Explore the park on your own using the complimentary park shuttle. The shuttle service will take you from the visitor’s centre to the various trails and vista points in the park so you can choose your own adventure. This afternoon depart Zion and transfer back to Las Vegas for one more night at leisure.

Todays driving distance and time is approx 425km / 4hr 

Overnight: Excalibur Hotel & Casino or similar

Meals included: Breakfast

Today make your own way to the airport for your flight home.

Please note: 

• Standard check out time is 11.00am and luggage storage facilities will be available at reception for customers who have flights departing later in the day.
• Some flights may involve a layover of up to 8 hours and lounge passes may be purchased at own expense.

Meals included: In-Flight

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. 

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Covid-19 Booking Policy

• TripADeal Tour packages are non-refundable. If your Tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other package available via the TripADeal website. 

Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.

The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.

Please note: All additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant in AUD (unless otherwise stated).

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 4th of November 2024.

This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.

Single Traveller Supplement

For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies of $1000 applies

Please note: accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.

Departure Dates

2024

March: 11

May: 27

July: 8*

August: 12*

September: 9*

October: 7

November: 4

Please note: see checkout for live dates and availability.

Surcharges

Please note: 

• dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $300 per person.

Departure Cities

Sydney, Melbourne*, Brisbane*, Adelaide*, Perth* or Auckland*

Departure City Surcharges

Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland: $250 per person

Adelaide & Perth: $450 per person

International Full-Service Airline(s) Used

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Airlines: Qantas, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, Air Canada, Virgin Australia and airline partners (subject to availability).

Please note: TripADeal cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.

Missed Flights 

If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you will miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact TripADeal as soon as possible to make arrangements.

Arrive Early Options

Las Vegas - $400 per person

Los Angeles, San Francisco or Vancouver - $500 per person (only available for purchases over the phone)

High season dates: up to $700 per person, subject to availability 

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• If selecting an arrive early package to a different city from where the tour starts, the package will include an internal flight to your destination. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly reservations team so we may secure your return flight back to Australia. Please note by choosing to forfeit your connecting flight; the cost does not change.

• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

- 18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024

- 1st June 2024 - 14th August 2024

- 23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024

- 6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Stay Behind Options

Las Vegas - $400 per person

Los Angeles, San Francisco or Vancouver - $500 per person (only available for purchases over the phone)

High season dates: up to $700 per person, subject to availability 

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• If selecting a stay behind package to a different city from where the tour ends, the package will include an internal flight to your destination. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly reservations team so we may secure your return flight back to Australia. Please note by choosing to forfeit your connecting flight; the cost does not change.

• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

- 18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024

- 1st June 2024 - 14th August 2024

- 23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024

- 6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Guaranteed Airline surcharge

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Qantas Airways: $650 per person 

• United Airlines: $650 per person 

Please note: 

• Guaranteed airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.

• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option.

Stopover Packages

Not available.

Flight Class Upgrades

Business Class or Premium Economy: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.

Please note:

• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.

Please note: Cabins are subject to availability; some may have restricted views.

Accommodation Used:

3 Star Properties (Self-Rated)

Las Vegas: Excalibur Hotel & Casino or similar

Flagstaff: Days Hotel or similar

Page: Best Western View of Lake Powell or similar

Kanab: Quality Inn Kanab or similar

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.

Extra Nights

Not available at check-out. 

Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour.

Maximum Room Capacity

2 people.

Child Policy

• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.

• Valid for Children 8 years old and over.

Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Triple Share

Unavailable

Bedding Configuration

1 x Queen/King or 2 x Single (subject to availability).

Minimum group size 16, maximum group size 40 per vehicle.

• Visa fees and requirements 

• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer

• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer

• Highly-recommended gratuities/tipping for land tour

• Optional activities/tours 

• Personal expenses

• Travel insurance

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER

Tour Guide: 

Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group.

Tour Leader: 

An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined. 

Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured.

CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

Las Vegas is located in the Mojave Desert in Nevada, which means it has a desert climate characterised by hot summers and mild winters. Here are some key points about the climate in Las Vegas:

Summers (June to August): Las Vegas experiences scorching hot summers with average daytime temperatures ranging from 38°C to 43°C. Heatwaves are common, with temperatures occasionally surpassing 46°C. Nights are relatively cooler but can still be warm, with temperatures typically ranging from 21°C to 27°C.

Autumn (September to November): Autumn in Las Vegas is warm and pleasant. September can still be hot, with temperatures similar to summer, but gradually start to cool down as the season progresses. Average daytime temperatures in November range from 18°C to 24°C, with cooler nights.

Winters (December to February): Winters in Las Vegas are generally mild and cool. Daytime temperatures average around 13°C to 18°C, with occasional colder spells. Nighttime temperatures can drop to around 4°C or lower, so it's advisable to carry a jacket or sweater.

Spring (March to May): Spring in Las Vegas brings back warmer temperatures. March is still relatively cool, but by May, temperatures rise significantly. Daytime temperatures range from 21°C to 29°C in May. Nights are generally comfortable, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 6°C.

Rainfall: Las Vegas is known for its low rainfall. The city receives an average annual precipitation of around 4-5 inches (10-13 cm). Most of the rainfall occurs during winter and early spring, with occasional showers and thunderstorms. However, dry conditions dominate throughout the year.

Sunshine: Las Vegas is known for its abundant sunshine. The city enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities.

FLIGHTS

Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:

At TripADeal we do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.

Passport Validity:

Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.

COACH TOUR

Meals:

For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify TripADeal of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.

Luggage:

You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.

OTHER

Mobility:

If you would love to travel with TripADeal/Qantas Tours and require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.

Fitness Level Required:

A leisurely level of fitness will be required. Light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility.

Gratuities / Tipping:

Land

Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The highly-recommended tip is $4 USD for the driver and $5 USD for the guide, per person per day where touring/transfer services are provided. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour.

Please note: Though highly recommended, tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.

Sightseeing:

Please note: If entrance to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).

Shopping: 

Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. 

Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

United States

• If travelling on an Australian Passport, an ESTA (Visa Waiver) for the USA is a strict requirement when travelling to or flying through the USA. Once a USA ESTA Visa Waiver is issued it is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires (whichever is sooner) and will allow multiple entries into the USA. For information on ESTA eligibility or to apply, please visit: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/

Please note: Due to recent changes in the USA Immigration policies, TripADeal recommends all travellers visit US Customs & Border Protection.

Important: Please start arranging your visa at least three weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.

Important: 

• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.

• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

Please note: 

• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.

• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance

Voluntary Changes

Includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.

 • Changes - $100.00 per booking + additional charges from the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error

• If the incorrect name has been advised to TripADeal, charges of $100.00 per booking + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees

In the event the Travel Offer you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Travel Offer due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. TripADeal has committed to these costs as your Agent and will endeavour to recover all funds committed and/or paid for your Travel Offer, but this may not be possible in all circumstances. If refunds are unavailable from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. If TripADeal cannot obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee. This fee is not revenue-raising and is paid to or withheld by our suppliers when recovering payments.