Canyon Country Adventure GRAND CANYON, SEDONA, LAKE POWELL, BRYCE & ZION SEPTEMBER 3-10, 2019 FROM $2,899.00 per person based on double occupancy Experience Nordic Splendor July 7-21, 2018 15 Days 3 Countries 10 Ports of Call
GRAND CANYON, SEDONA, LAKE POWLL, BRYCE & ZION Included In Price: Round Trip transportation from Central Illinois, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers, lodging and meals as described in the itinerary. Meals: Breakfast daily, 4 threecourse dinners including a farewell dinner in Las Vegas Not Included In Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $204 per person.
On this popular National Parks tour, discover the unique landscapes of Arizona and Utah as you travel through four national parks as well as Lake Powell and Monument Valley and lots of beautiful scenery. Your tour begins in Scottsdale and ends in Las Vegas with overnights also in Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, and Bryce Canyon National Park. Spectacular scenery awaits you in Sedona, with the massive red-rock formations that make the area famous, and on one of America's most beautiful drives through Arizona's Oak Creek Canyon, home to brilliantly hued cliffs and rugged spires of sandstone. You'll stay inside Grand Canyon National Park, giving you the opportunity to watch the sun set upon the stunning Grand Canyon sunrise is just as impressive and to be humbled by the magnificent scenery, great views, and extra time to explore the trails. Photographs cannot adequately do justice to the amazing landscape; you must witness it in person! In Monument Valley and Lake Powell, Globus has arranged special experiences for you. Enjoy a 4-wheel-drive tour of Monument Valley with a knowledgeable Navajo guide, and marvel at the area s stunning rock formations, oddly shaped monoliths, and red sandstone. In addition to a cruise in Lake Powell, you ll visit Antelope Slot Canyon with a local Navajo guide. Learn the history of the canyon as you marvel at the beauty created by erosion from wind and water. More splendid views await you in Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. Watch the colors change on the massive stone formations and be awed by the impressive geology. You ve heard how remarkable the scenery is in these national parks, and now is your time to experience it for yourself. Sit back, relax, and let Globus handle all of the driving and details.
ITINERARY DETAILS Day 1 Scottsdale, Arizona Today we depart Central Illinois for O Hare where we will fly into sunny Scottsdale! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. Day 2 Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon & Grand Canyon National Park Depart Scottsdale and travel north through cactus-studded scenery for a break in Sedona, Arizona s Scenic Sensation. Then, set out for one of America s most beautiful drives as you journey through Oak Creek Canyon, home to brilliantly hued cliffs and rugged spires of sandstone. Arrive this afternoon at GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The spectacular beauty of this famous attraction draws more than 5 million visitors a year from around the globe. Enjoy an orientation tour with a visit to Desert View before arriving at your hotel for a 2-night stay. This evening, be sure to watch the spectacular sunset. BD Day 3 Grand Canyon National Park If you missed the sunset, sunrise is just as impressive! After breakfast, you may want to enjoy optional flightseeing over the Grand Canyon definitely the thrill of a lifetime. Later, set out to explore the Grand Canyon and learn about its geology and how the canyon was carved. Visit Mather Point and you may wish to take the popular Rim Walk. This afternoon, you are free to explore at your own pace. Perhaps venture down part of Bright Angel Trail or take a nature walk with a ranger to learn about the region s native flora and fauna. B
SEE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SITES Day 4 Monument Valley 4 Wheel Drive & Lake Powell This morning, head to MONUMENT VALLEY NAVAJO TRIBAL PARK, where the weathering action of wind and water has carved the famous sandstone spires and towers that rise hundreds of feet above the valley floor. Enjoy a Globus Local Favorite 4-WHEEL-DRIVE TOUR of Monument Valley with a knowledgeable Navajo guide who shares his or her culture and how it is influenced by the area. Explore the area s oddly shaped red-sandstone monoliths, buttes, and mesas the setting for some of John Ford s most memorable films. On to Lake Powell for a 2-night stay, with free time to relax or maybe stroll along Wahweap Marina. B Day 5 Lake Powell, Canyon Cruise This morning, explore Globus Local Favorite ANTELOPE SLOT CANYON with a local Navajo guide. Be mesmerized by an amazing fantasy world of stone, created by wind and water. Learn the history of this amazing canyon and be sure to bring your camera for incredible photo opportunities. Later, enjoy time on Lake Powell, where sparkling blue water laps against towering red-rock canyon walls and sandy beaches. The majestic beauty of this vast man-made lake can be appreciated on the afternoon CRUISE. See gigantic Glen Canyon Dam and the tapestry walls of Antelope Canyon. Free time later for a leisurely stroll along Wahweap Marina on the shores of Lake Powell. BD Day 6 Lake Powell to Bryce Canyon National Park Depart from the splendid views of Lake Powell and head for Utah s BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK. Drive through the park, with photo stops to capture the magnificent contrasts of bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called hoodoos. Years of erosion have carved colorful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes for an unforgettable sight. BD
WONDER AT NATURE S BEAUTY Day 7 Bryce to Zion National Park, St. George & Las Vegas This morning, see nearby ZION NATIONAL PARK, a spectacle of massive stone formations whose colors change with the light of the day and the season. To the Mormon pioneers, it was a haven of beauty resembling natural temples and cathedrals, and they called it Little Zion. Continue to St. George, where we ll stop for a Globus Local Favorite local TREAT at Nielsen s Frozen Custard. Then, on to Las Vegas, one of America s most popular vacation destinations. Your resort hotel is located in the heart of the Strip for easy access to all the mega-casinos and amusement parks. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner. BD Day 8 Las Vegas, Nevada The tour ends today with guests departing for their flight back into O Hare. Transfers are provided to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport. B
ACCOMMODATIONS Day 1 Scottsdale Marriott Day 2, 3 Yavapali Lodge East Days 4, 5 Lake Powell Resort Day 6 Best Western Bryce Canyon Day 7 - Treasure Island Resort BOOKING INFORMATION A deposit of $300.00 per person is due at time of booking. Final payment is due on May 25, 2019. Cancellations received between time of deposit and May 25, 2019 will result in a $300.00 per person cancellation penalty. Cancellations received after May 25, 2019 will result in complete forfeiture of all monies paid. Once deposit is received all cancellations/name changes are assessed a penalty therefore we recommend purchasing Travel Insurance. Protecting your travel investment, your belongings and most importantly you, for those unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during your trip is very important. Direct Travel highly recommends travel insurance which provides reimbursement coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, and other benefits including Trip Delay, Missed Cruise Departure, Accident Medical Expense, Sickness Medical Expense, Baggage & Personal Effects, Baggage Delay, Medical Evacuation, and emergency, toll-free travel assistance. Insurance is available at $204.00* per person and is non-refundable. It is strongly recommended that you book early as participation is limited. Please note: In the event of a trip cancellation the cost of the Travel Protection Plan is not a refundable expense. *Trip insurance rate is based on cost of trip. Some people may have higher rates for upgrades or extensions that are added to the base cruise package.
RESERVATION FORM Canyon Country Adventure September 3-10, 2019 Please return with your deposit to: Direct Travel 2412 E. Washington Suite 4A, Bloomington, IL 61704 Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation. IMPORTANT: In order to avoid any unnecessary change fees, it is imperative that all guest names are entered correctly from the start. The information below must be the legal name and be 100% identical to the ID being used to travel passport/driver s license including middle names or suffixes Jr, Sr. Name (Please list names as they appear on your proof of citizenship) Rooming With Name Complete Address Dates of Birth: / Day/Evening Phone / E-Mail: A $300.00 per person deposit is required for this group: $2,899.00 per person based on double occupancy on the September 3-10, 2019 $3,399.00 per person for single occupancy September 3-10, 2019 I/we are purchasing the trip cancellation insurance $204.00* per person I/we decline to purchase the trip cancellation insurance If you choose not to purchase Allianz Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit. The Waiver Fee does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. Should you take the insurance it will cover any penalties should you have to cancel for a medical or other covered reason. Form of Payment: Enclosed please find my personal check for $300.00 per person deposit (Please make payable to Direct Travel). Please charge my credit card for deposit: Visa MasterCard American Express Discover Card Number Exp. Security Code (security code is located on the signature line for Visa/MasterCard/Discover or front of an American Express card) IMPORTANT NOTICE: (Please review all travel documents and inform us immediately if there are discrepancies. Legal names as they appear on government issued documentation are required. Prices are subject to change until full payment has been made. Payment constitutes understanding and acceptance of our cancellation policy, terms and conditions outlined below: Final payment will be charged to this card on May 25, 2019 unless you specify another form of payment. Cancellations must be provided in writing, email notification is not valid unless you have a confirmation email reply reservations@directtravelgroups.com accepting your cancellation. * Trip insurance rate is based on cost of trip. Some people may have higher rates for upgrades etc.