Days 1–3 Zion Meet in St. George Travel to Zion for a warm-up hike that introduces us to the national park’s grandeur Meet a local expert who reveals the geologic evolution of Zion Wind your way through cool Refrigerator Canyon, then continue to Angel’s Landing for a panorama of Zion’s endless stretches of soaring rock faces and plummeting abysses A stroll to the Emerald Pools is a less challenging but equally rewarding option Follow a steep path to Observation Point, where sublime vistas await Cool off with a spectacular river hike through the Narrows, following the water down a slot canyon draped with hanging gardens. Days 4–6 Bryce CanyonSpend two full Days exploring the otherworldly wonderland of Bryce Canyon National Park, a striking spectacle of monoliths, crooked stone spires and an array of limestone amphitheaters Myriad treks lead to the gravity-defying Tower Bridge and the unearthly hoodoos of Queen’s Garden Grab your camera and a seat on the canyon rim to watch the sun set or rise over Bryce The dance of light and color over the mystical spires is a performance you won’t soon forget.
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