Overview
Lost Canyons of the Southwest
Everything in life has its ups and downs, including this fascinating tour of Arizona and Nevada that directs your eyes to ancient cliff dwellings, towering spires, the deepest of canyons, and the deepest of mysteries. Exactly how did the Sinagua Indians reach their cliffside, five-story, high-rise at Montezuma Castle? Explore these enigmas and more as you visit the lost canyons and cultures of the American Southwest. Guided jeep tours through Canyon de Chelly National Monument and the red rock scenery of Sedona get you closer to the secrets within the region’s sandstone formations, as does an adventuresome train ride on the Verde Canyon Scenic Railroad. From Phoenix to Vegas, you’ll enjoy sightseeing in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Jerome – plus a visit to Boulder City’s Hoover Dam Museum. Visits to Petrified Forest National Park and Meteor Crater Natural Landmark are additional sights sure to leave an impact. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Phoenix so you can plan your day your way.
Highlights of Lost Canyons of the Southwest
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AC|Lost Canyons of the SouthwestACE|With Extended Stay in Las Vegas
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Lost Canyons of the Southwest
Notes
• This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not meet the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities. • On vacations that include an overnight stay in Las Vegas, at least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.• Maximum elevation is 7,000 ft (2,134 m).
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Product Group
Lost Canyons of the Southwest
UNESCO Sites
Grand Canyon National Park
Travelers Notes
Special features included on this tour: • Included Globus Choice excursions in Phoenix with your choice of a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden or tour of the Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West• Free time in Old Town Scottsdale• Visit Montezuma’s Castle National Monument• Guided 4-wheel-drive tour in the Sedona Desert• Ride the [LF] Verde Canyon Railroad• Visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark• Journey on Route 66 and visit La Posada Gardens & Gallery• Visit Canyon de Chelly National Monument• 4-wheel backcountry drive with a local Navajo guide• Guided sightseeing at Grand Canyon National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA Welcome to Phoenix! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2
PHOENIX. EXCURSION TO SCOTTSDALE Spend Your Day Your Way in Phoenix Explore more of Phoenix with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
Day 3
PHOENIX–MONTEZUMA CASTLE NATIONAL MONUMENT–SEDONA Cliff Dwellings & Desert Canyons Travel north to visit the Montezuma Castle National Monument. See the 20-room high-rise pre-Columbian dwelling, nestled into a towering limestone cliff of Camp Verde, Arizona. Explore the visitor center and museum artifacts to learn about the survival and prosperity in the historic Native American dwelling in an unforgiving desert landscape. Then get an up-close adventure in the desert on a guided 4-wheel-drive Jeep tour of Sedona’s red rock canyons. Tonight is free. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Be surrounded by the stunning views of Sedona’s iconic red rock formations on an adventure through spectacular scenery and unsurpassed panoramic views of the desert canyon landscapes. Join your knowledgeable local guide for a 4-wheel adventure in the American Southwest.
Day 4
SEDONA. EXCURSION TO JEROME Historic Rides Visit Jerome, a former copper mining camp and historic ghost-town-turned-artist-community. After a bit of free time, travel on the scenic [LF] Verde Canyon Railroad onboard renovated vintage train cars traveling on a 20-mile journey through 110 years of history. Return to Sedona for a free evening. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE The Verde Canyon Railroad’s historic roundtrip route from Clarkdale to Perkinsville – into Arizona’s other “Grand Canyon” – is an unforgettable adventure. Captivating panoramic views are revealed in every direction, exclusively from the relaxed atmosphere of the train. This historic ribbon of rail runs through a protected corridor at the river’s edge, lined with towering red rock pinnacles, near ancient Indian ruins, over fortified bridges and through an invigorating 734-foot manmade tunnel carved through solid rock over a century ago. As far as the eye can see, high-desert foliage and rugged terrain are visible on this year-round adventure into a lush riparian habitat.
Day 5
SEDONA–WINSLOW–CANYON DE CHELLY NATIONAL MONUMENT Where Heaven Meets Earth Travel through the Coconino National Forest and visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark, the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact site. Then on to Route 66, the “Mother Road,” and Winslow, to explore La Posada Gardens, and Gallery with lunch in the famed [LF] Turquoise Room at this historic hotel. After lunch, celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Route 66 in Winslow with a visit to the sculpture at “Standin’ on the Corner” Park. Continue to secluded Canyon de Chelly National Monument for an overnight at the historic Thunderbird Lodge. Although rustic, the lodge offers a key location as the only hotel located inside the National Monument. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT When you arrive at the historic Thunderbird Lodge, you’re likely to be greeted with the Navajo word for welcome - “Yá’át’ééh.” This rustic yet comfortable lodge situated in the stunning landscape of Canyon de Chelly National Monument is operated by the Navajo Nation and is the only lodge inside the park. Settle in and enjoy the otherworldly beauty of this natural wonder just outside your door. “Yá’át’ééh and welcome to a place like no other!LOCAL FAVORITECULTURE & TRADITION La Posada Hotel was originally a “Harvey” Hotel, designed to host visitors arriving by train and popular during the 1930s with celebrities and politicians. La Posada’s current restaurant, The Turquoise Room, reflects the fine dining past connected to the railroad, as “The Turquoise Room” was the private dining car in the deluxe train that ran from Chicago to Los Angeles, with a stop in Winslow, Arizona. La Posada Hotel has been restored and is on the National Register of Historic Places, and the train depot still serves as the Winslow stop.
Day 6
CANYON DE CHELLY NATIONAL MONUMENT–PETRIFIED FOREST NATIONAL PARK–WILLIAMS Ancient Mystery This morning, take a 4-wheel-drive tour with a Local Navajo Guide. Explore the canyon floor for an exclusive visit to sacred archaeological sites not open to the general public. Then visit Petrified Forest National Park to see giant ancient trees turned rock. Continue to Williams, the gateway to the Grand Canyon, for a stay at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and experience the luxury of a bygone era! (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION For nearly 5,000 years, people have lived in these canyons – longer than anyone has lived uninterrupted anywhere on the Colorado Plateau. Remains of their homes and images on the canyon walls tell us their stories. Today, the Navajo people (Diné) make their homes, raise crops, and farm the lands in the canyon. Canyon de Chelly National Monument was established in 1931 to preserve the natural, archaeological, and cultural resources. The park is unique among National Park Service units, as it is comprised entirely of Navajo Tribal Trust Land and embraces nearly 84,000 acres. The National Park Service continues to work in partnership with the Navajo Nation to manage park resources and sustain this living Navajo community.
Day 7
WILLIAMS. EXCURSION TO GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Views and Hues Travel into Grand Canyon National Park. During free time, you may want to join the popular helicopter flightseeing tour, visit the museum and visitor centers, walk on the paved Trail of Time along the South Rim, or grab a snack and take in the view. Return to Williams for a free evening. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC HUES While visiting Grand Canyon National Park, set your sights on the vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows of the canyon walls that seem to be set ablaze by the sun. While admiring the beauty of the Grand Canyon, you may be lucky enough to spot grazing elk or bighorn sheep. The majesty of the Grand Canyon is truly captivating.
Day 8
WILLIAMS–BOULDER CITY, NEVADA–LAS VEGAS Amazing Feats Continue across the Mohave Desert to visit the Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum. Continue to Las Vegas for a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SITE Visit the Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum and hear heroic stories of the men and women who braved the desolation of the Southern Nevada desert to build the monumental Hoover Dam and settled Boulder City. A true feat of extraordinary commitment and engineering completed with dedication and courage.
Day 9
LAS VEGAS Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more of Las Vegas? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort | Surrounded by the Phoenix North Mountains, Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort features sun-drenched pools, a 138-foot water slide, on-site restaurants, a spa and salon, and nearby trails. The all-suite hotel offers spacious guestrooms with a private balcony and separate living area. | Phoenix | 11111 North 7th Street | Superior First-Class |
| 2 | Sky Rock Sedona | Sky Rock Inn of Sedona recently renovated with a spectacular view of the red rocks. This hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with modern amenities | Sedona | 1200 West Highway 89A | Moderate First-Class |
| 3 | Thunderbird Lodge | Located in the beautiful Canyon De Chelly National Monument, the Thunderbird Lodge is a historic hotel that is beautifully decorated and offers all the modern amenities of home. | Chinle | BIA Indfian Route 7 | Tourist Class |
| 4 | Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel | Designed to resemble the century-old train depot that housed the original Fray Marcos Hotel-which was opened by the Santa Fe Railroad as a Harvey House-the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel is your ideal choice before embarking for Grand Canyon National Park. All guest rooms feature triple sheeting and home comforts; the hotel offers a wide assortment of activities and amenities. Historic, yet ideally updated, it's the perfect place to enjoy your getaway in the Grand Canyon. | Williams | 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd | First-Class |
| 5 | Treasure Island | The hotel features an outdoor pool, hot tub, spa, fitness center, gift shops, beauty salon, business center, several restaurants, lounges, nightlife, and casino. Guestrooms are equipped with cable TV, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, and Internet access. | Las Vegas | 3300 Las Vegas Blvd South | Superior First-Class |
