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American Southwest

Southwest Splendors
8 Days / 7 Nights

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Journey through enchanted canyons and painted deserts to uncover the untamed spirit of the American Southwest. Explore the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, glide along the Colorado River and discover untouched nature along side of a Navajo guide. Whether you're traveling on foot, by jeep, or on a river raft, you won't believe how much wilderness is out there to behold!

 

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American Southwest — Vacation Highlights

Vacation Highlights

American Southwest — Vacation Highlights

 
     
 
  • Red Rock Jeep Tour
  • Sedona Heritage Museum
  • Hike Red Rocks country
  • Explore the Grand Canyon
  • Delicate Arch Hike at Arches National Park
  • River rafting on the Colorado River
  • Dinner with Native American dancers
  • Monument Valley off-road excursion with a Navajo guide
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

Daily Adventure Itinerary

 

 

Day 1 — Red Rock Welcome

 

 

Arrive in Phoenix
Upon landing at the Phoenix airport, meet an Adventures by Disney representative who will greet you and your family. Relax as your luggage is handled, then it's off to Sedona in our air-conditioned motor coach. Along the way, enjoy a fascinating one-hour stop at Montezuma's Castle!

Arrive at Amara Resort and Spa
Check into your tranquil hotel, which is framed by beautiful Oak Creek and red rock views. Take a stroll along the hotel's eco-trail on the banks of the creek.

Welcome BBQ with a Native Animal Presentation and Entertainment
Tonight, enjoy some cowboy grub with the other families that will share the adventure! Professional animal wranglers will be on hand, so you can get up close and personal with some live desert creatures. Afterwards, gather 'round for some musical entertainment.

Meal Included: Dinner

 
 
 

 

Day 2 — Hit the Trail

 

  Canyons and Cowboys Jeep Tour
Gear up for an off-road trek into the majestic canyons of Dry Creek Basin! You'll relive the early cowboy days as you visit the old Van Deren Cabin and discover the colorful story of its historic beginnings.

Native American Ruins
Follow a Sedona jeep guide deep into the mystical landscape of the back country, and learn incredible Native American legends and lore.

Lunch and Sedona Heritage Museum
Relax with the family over a picnic lunch and then explore the treasures of a Pioneer museum! The collection celebrates classic Western movies filmed in the area, and the real-life cowboys that once called this range home. Junior Adventurers can learn some local crafts, like making corn-husk dolls and petroglyph necklaces.

Afternoon at the Hotel
Get the gang together to enjoy the hotel's amenities or take a short stroll to nearby Sedona and mosey around the shops and galleries. The possibilities are endless!

Dinner in Sedona
Tonight, gather around and share the stories of your first day amongst the beauty of the red rocks. Your Adventure Guides will be happy to make arrangements for a meal at the hotel or in town nearby.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
 
 
 

 

Day 3 — The Mighty Canyon

 

  Hike Red Rock with a Ranger
Quest to a wild and whimsical wonderland with towering rust-colored rock cliffs that seem to scrape the sky. Your naturalist guide will help you look out for wildlife!

Lunch at Tlaquepaque
Explore this enchanting arts and crafts village in Sedona that bursts with flowers, fountains and lovely courtyards. After shopping at the boutiques and galleries, get the family together for lunch at your leisure.

Travel to The Grand Hotel
Venture further to the Grand Canyon, and take time for plenty of photos along the way! Then, settle into your hotel and prepare for an evening celebration.

Dinner and Show at Old West Town
Tonight, enjoy some good old western grub at an Old West Town rollicking dinner party with Native American dancers!

Visit Grand Canyon South Rim
It's said nothing can prepare you for your first look at the Grand Canyon. Following dinner, take in a sight your family will never forget and see the splendor of the Grand Canyon.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
 
 
 

 

Day 4 — Grand Discovery

 

 

Morning at the Rim
Rise and shine to see the spectacle of a lifetime. Marvel at the magical sight of the canyon, painting the landscape with color and light!

Privately-Guided Grand Canyon Exploration
Discover one of the seven wonders of the natural world. Drive and walk along the South Rim with a naturalist guide — and be sure to take lots of photos! This is a family expedition you'll always remember.

Afternoon at the Grand Canyon
This afternoon comes with some grand choices! Get the family together and explore the area as you wish.

Family Dinner on Your Own
Catch up and relive the day's adventures over a family meal at your leisure. Your Adventure Guides can recommend the perfect meal to cap off your colossal day!

Meal Included: Breakfast

 
 
 

 

Day 5 — Western Monuments

 

 

Travel to Monument Valley
Quest into the wilderness across plains, mountains and mesas to this stunning valley, which was the backdrop to countless Hollywood Westerns.

Lunch at Gouldings Lodge at Monument Valley
Nestled at the base of towering red cliffs, this trading post-turned-lodge boasts panoramic views, a Native American restaurant and a museum that includes a real movie set from a John Wayne film!

Jeep Tour of Monument Valley
This bouncy and boisterous ride is really off the beaten path! Climb aboard your very own Navajo-guided, off-road adventure to the beautiful buttes and magical mesas of Monument Valley. See the secret corners of the Valley and marvel at wonders like ancient petroglyphs!

Feast at Red Cliffs Lodge
Take in the stunning scenery on the way to your fun-filled ranch-style lodge in a spectacular setting on the banks of the Colorado River. With teepees, tennis courts, a movie museum and a working winery, this is a one-of-a-kind playground for the whole family!

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

 
 
 

 

Day 6 — Nature's Fault

 

 

Arches National Park
Step into a surreal landscape dotted with sky-scraping sandstone land arches! Discover Arches National Park and hike to its crown jewel, the Delicate Arch. Learn the living geological history of a million years and marvel at mother nature's wild side.

Lunch at Moab
This oasis of a town in the heart of slick rock country is the perfect place to explore with the family at your leisure. Your Adventure Guides can help you find the perfect spot for a family lunch.

Afternoon at the Lodge
Spend the day on your own with the family enjoying the resort's many amenities.

Kids Only Dinner / Adult's Dinner
At the hotel, kids cut loose at their own dinner party with kid-friendly fare. In the meantime, adults can enjoy a quiet evening dining at the resort.

Disney Movie Night
Cuddle up with the whole family and a bag of popcorn and enjoy a screening of one of Disney's classic films!

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

 

 

Day 7 — Gather "Round the Campfire

 

  River Rafting and Lunch on the Colorado River
Shoot down class II and III rapids and bob along the beautiful landscape! Keep your eyes peeled for natural wonders as local experts lead you on a wet and wild adventure! Afterwards, enjoy a picnic lunch on the banks of the Colorado River!

Afternoon at the Lodge
Spend the afternoon on your own and enjoy some of the lodge's exciting amenities. Whether you choose to saddle up some horses, rent ATVs or mountain bikes* or unwind by the pool, relish your last afternoon in the great outdoors.

Cowboy Cookout and Entertainment
Kick up your heels at a fun-filled cookout on the banks of the Colorado River! Meet a real cowboy, chow down on some down-home cookin' and toast to all your newfound friends! Cap off your week-long adventure with a special surprise tribute to a week of fun, bonding and memories that you will cherish forever.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
*Some activities not included in trip price.
 
 
 
 

Day 8 — Happy Trails

 
  Breakfast at the Hotel
Bid goodbye to all your fellow adventurers, and enjoy one last breakfast in the Wild West.

Transfers to Airport
Board private, pre-arranged transportation to Grand Junction Colorado Airport and wish your friends "happy trails" until you meet again!

Meal Included: Breakfast
 
 
 
 

Rates & Dates

 
 

Pricing (US$) (1)

 

Value

Standard

Peak
Early Booking Rates(2,3)      
Adult $1,819 $1,999 $2,159
Child(4) $1,629 $1,799 $1,949
       
Regular Rates(3)      
Adult $2,269 $2,499 $2,699
Child(4) $2,039 $2,249 $2,429
 
     
  (1) Value, Standard and Peak dates are identified in the Travel Dates table below.
(2) Valid for bookings made more than 120 days prior to departure. The number of land packages available at these rates is limited.
(3) Based on double, triple or quad occupancy. Single supplement applies - call for details. Subject to availability, eligible parties of 4 may be booked as a quad or two doubles. See "Note on accommodations" below. AIRFARE TO AND FROM DESTINATION IS NOT INCLUDED. Call a Concierge Agent at (866) 972-6244 for assistance booking your flights.
(4) Child rate applies to Guests under 12 at the time of travel when accompanied by an adult in the same room. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Note on accommodations:
Subject to availability:
  • Parties of three in Sedona and the Grand Canyon are accommodated in one room having a rollaway and either two queen beds or one king bed. Parties of three in Moab are accommodated in one room having a queen sofa bed and either two queen beds or one king bed.
  • Parties of four booked as a quad: In Sedona and the Grand Canyon, quads are accommodated in one room having two queen beds. In Moab, quads are accommodated in one room having a queen sofa bad and either two queen beds or one king bed.
  • Parties of four booked as two doubles: In Sedona and the Grand Canyon, accommodations consist of two rooms, each having either one king bed or two queen beds. In Moab, accommodations consist of two rooms, each having a queen sofa bed and either two queen beds or one king bed. Connecting rooms may be requested.
 
       
 

Travel Dates in 2008

Departure Date Return Date
Value Season  
Apr 6, 2008 Apr 13, 2008
Apr 20, 2008 Apr 27, 2008
Apr 26, 2008 May 3, 2008
May 3, 2008 May 10, 2008
May 10, 2008 May 17, 2008
May 18, 2008 May 25, 2008
Sep 27, 2008 * Oct 4, 2008 *
Oct 5, 2008 Oct 12, 2008
Oct 12, 2008 Oct 19, 2008
Oct 19, 2008 Oct 26, 2008
Oct 26, 2008 Nov 2, 2008
   
Standard Season  
May 25, 2008 Jun 1, 2008
May 31, 2008 Jun 7, 2008
Jun 7, 2008 Jun 14, 2008
Sep 6, 2008 Sep 13, 2008
Sep 20, 2008 Sep 27, 2008
   
Peak Season  
Jun 14, 2008 Jun 21, 2008
Jun 18, 2008 Jun 25, 2008
Jun 21, 2008 Jun 28, 2008
Jun 28, 2008 Jul 5, 2008
Jul 5, 2008 Jul 12, 2008
Jul 9, 2008 Jul 16, 2008
Jul 13, 2008 Jul 20, 2008
Jul 19, 2008 Jul 26, 2008
Jul 23, 2008 Jul 30, 2008
Jul 26, 2008 Aug 2, 2008
Apr 4, 2009 Apr 13, 2009
Aug 2, 2008 Aug 9, 2008
Aug 9, 2008 Aug 16, 2008
Aug 16, 2008 Aug 23, 2008
Aug 20, 2008 Aug 27, 2008
Aug 27, 2008 Sep 3, 2008
 
     
 
 
 
 
 

Just for Kids 

 
 
  • Dinner with desert animal encounter
  • Disney movie night
  • Junior Adventurer's dinner party
  • Meet cowboys and Native American entertainers
 
 
 
 

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