2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Lost Canyons of the Southwest (AC)

9 days from Phoenix to Las Vegas

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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.

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Select Globus 2021 North America tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. 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 North America 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 Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

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 Verde Canyon Railroad
• Visit Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
• Journey on Route 66 and visit La Posada Gardens & Museum
• Visit Canyon de Chelly National Monument
• 4-wheel backcountry drive with a local Navajo guide
• Guided sightseeing at Grand Canyon National Park

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 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 2 dinners


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).

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA

Welcome to Phoenix! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

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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.

WESTERN SPIRIT
WESTERN SPIRIT
Let your imagination ride into the sunset with a visit to Scottsdale's Museum of the West. This Smithsonian affiliated museum features the art, culture and history of 19 states in the American West, Western Canada, and Mexico.
DESERT BLOOMS
DESERT BLOOMS
Breathe in the desert fragrance of Arizona with a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden. Explore this tranquil garden with over 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks in 5 thematic gardens trails through towering cacti, alluring succulents, brilliant flowers, and more.

On to Scottsdale to experience the unique and vibrant culture of the American Southwest and enjoy lunch at a locally owned Mexican restaurant. Enjoy free time in Old Town Scottsdale to explore before returning to Phoenix for a sightseeing tour and free evening.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Scottsdale by strolling Old Town’s blend of urban chic and Old West charm along its shops, galleries, and public art installations in the heart of the city.


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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.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL 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.

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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 Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite 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.

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.

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Breakfast Breakfast

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, Gallery, and Museum with lunch in the famed Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite 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.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION 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 FAVORITE
CULTURE & 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.

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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!

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & 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.

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Breakfast Breakfast

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.

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.

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Breakfast Breakfast

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.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC 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.

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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.

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 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

LISA PERLA

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

“It's my passion for travel that led me into the Travel Industry. Originally from New England, I love sharing the area's historical significance and quaint appeal, especially when the Fall colors are at their most brilliant. My heart especially lies in the West, though, with the overwhelming beauty of our parks and canyonlands. I truly enjoy sharing what this wondrous country has to offer, and my goal is for our guests to leave with once-in-a-lifetime memories.”

Tour Director - LISA PERLA

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Phoenix
Williams
Las Vegas

Phoenix

DESERT BLOOMS

DESERT BLOOMS

Breathe in the desert fragrance of Arizona with a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden. Explore this tranquil garden with over 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks in 5 thematic gardens trails through towering cacti, alluring succulents, brilliant flowers, and more.

Price Range: $

WESTERN SPIRIT

WESTERN SPIRIT

Let your imagination ride into the sunset with a visit to Scottsdale's Museum of the West. This Smithsonian affiliated museum features the art, culture and history of 19 states in the American West, Western Canada, and Mexico.

Price Range: $

Williams

Grand Canyon Helicopter Flightseeing

Grand Canyon Helicopter Flightseeing

There may be no better way to uncover the sheer splendor of the incredible Grand Canyon than from the air! Choose from two helicopter tours with awe-inspiring views, a once in a lifetime opportunity!

Price Range: $$$$

Las Vegas

Helicopter Tours

Helicopter Tours

Discover the scenery and sights of Las Vegas and beyond on this phenomenal helicopter flightseeing tour!

Price Range: $$$$



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