Lift off over the “Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World” and float above the Rio Grande Valley as the Sandia Mountains blush pink at dawn. Gentle winds carry you across a checkerboard of desert and cottonwood bosque.

Pilot commentary adds local color while panoramic views unfold in every direction. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; weather and operational conditions apply.

Visit the desert’s most idiosyncratic roadside art as you visit Cadillac Ranch, a Route 66 icon where ten classic Caddies are nose-down in the Texas earth. Wander the ever-changing canvas of spray-painted tailfins and capture surreal photos against the vast Panhandle sky.

Dreamed up by the art collective Ant Farm in 1974, the installation charts the rise of America’s chrome era. Layers of color, open horizons and a playful spirit turn this stretch of prairie into a living, open-air gallery.

Explore New Mexico’s living heritage at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, where you’ll learn about Pueblo history and living traditions through exhibits, art and story. Engage with community educators and admire pottery, weaving and mural work that speak to centuries of culture.

Founded by the 19 Pueblos, the center is a community-owned hub preserving language, foodways and ceremony. Seasonal dance performances and artisan demonstrations illuminate resilience and identity in the high desert.

Discover Canyonlands National Park, where the Colorado and Green Rivers have carved a vast labyrinth of buttes and mesas. Stand at lofty overlooks on the Island in the Sky district and trace stone horizons that seem to run to infinity.

Wind-etched arches, cryptobiotic soils and striated cliffs reveal the geologic story of the Colorado Plateau. Iconic stops like the photogenic Mesa Arch and Grand View Point invite you to pause for photos and reflection on the region’s scale and solitude.

Explore Arches National Park, home to more than 2,000 natural arches sculpted from Entrada sandstone. Walk among the Windows Section, gaze up at Delicate Arch, and marvel at Balanced Rock as desert light ignites the rock into reds and golds.

Eons of freeze-thaw have hollowed fins into arches, creating a landscape that feels both fragile and monumental. Short trails and viewpoints bring you close to the textures, shadows and silence of Utah’s high desert.

Visit Capitol Reef National Park for sweeping views of domes, cliffs and canyons shaped by the 100-mile-long Waterpocket Fold. Travel the park’s scenic road and stop for photos as creamy Navajo sandstone gives way to deep vermilion walls.

Discover the historic Fruita orchards and spot petroglyphs carved by Fremont peoples centuries ago. This quieter corner of Utah rewards unhurried exploration with geology on grand display and intimate oases along the Fremont River.

Walk the rim for commanding views of Bryce Canyon National Park, where thousands of spindled hoodoos rise from natural amphitheaters. From Sunset Point and Inspiration Point, watch the rock glow through coral, pink and apricot hues.

Freeze-thaw erosion and iron minerals create the hoodoos’ fantastical shapes and colors. Trails like the Navajo Loop drop among stone “totems,” while easy overlooks invite you to pause for photos and reflection on one of the Southwest’s most photogenic spectacles.

Journey into Zion National Park, where towering Navajo sandstone cliffs frame cottonwoods and a clear river. Choose accessible paths like the Riverside Walk or Emerald Pools to experience hanging gardens, birdsong and cool alcoves beneath cathedral-like walls.

Named “Zion” by early settlers for its sanctuary-like feel, the canyon reveals geology in crimson layers. Switchbacks, waterfalls and shaded grottoes offer a serene counterpoint to the park’s soaring vertical drama.

Visit the famed Horseshoe Bend overlook to see the Colorado River curve in a perfect meander 300 meters below. A short desert walk leads to a guarded rim where emerald water contrasts with sun-baked Navajo sandstone.

Wind and water have sculpted this photogenic bend over millions of years. Wide-angle views, desert varnish streaks and shifting shadows make this a prime spot to pause for photos and reflection on nature’s slow artistry.

Take in vast views over Lake Powell, the blue heart of Glen Canyon surrounded by sculpted Navajo sandstone. Watch light dance on coves and buttes, and photograph the meeting of water, rock and sky.

Created by Glen Canyon Dam in the 1960s, the reservoir reveals sinuous shorelines and hidden side canyons. Even from viewpoints, its scale and silence capture the drama of the desert’s carved stone seascape.

Witness sunset at the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park as buttes and temples shift from ochre to amethyst. Stroll a section of the Rim Trail for open vistas without steep climbs, letting the canyon’s scale sink in.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the canyon exposes nearly two billion years of geologic time. Overlooks near Mather Point and Yavapai reveal stratified layers and the distant sparkle of the Colorado far below.

Call into Seligman on Historic Route 66 for classic neon, retro storefronts and tailfinned Americana. Snap portraits by murals, vintage gas pumps and chrome-bright classics that celebrate the lore of the Mother Road.

Preserved by passionate locals after the interstate bypassed the town, Seligman keeps mid-century road-trip culture alive. It’s a chance to pause for photos and reflection on small-town resilience and open-road romance.

Arrive in style as you cruise the Las Vegas Strip past gilded resorts, cascading fountains and neon art. Jump out for a snapshot at the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign before soaking up the city’s electric buzz.

From the Bellagio’s choreography to the Luxor’s sky-piercing beam, this neon canyon blends spectacle and showmanship. It’s the quintessential Sin City introduction—glittering, theatrical and pure fun.

Clip in and zip across Front Range canyons on multi-line courses strung between ponderosa pines and granite outcrops. Feel the mountain air and scan for mule deer as you glide above creeks and forest.

Guides handle safety and technique so you can savor the scenery and speed. This adventure is at additional cost and bookable on tour; weight and footwear requirements apply.

Head off-piste on a guided 4×4 off-road safari across Moab’s famous slickrock fins and desert ledges. Your driver navigates steep pitches and sandstone steps to reveal hidden viewpoints over canyons and the Colorado River.

This heart-thumping outing showcases the area’s wild geology from a rugged angle. It’s at additional cost and bookable on tour; routes vary with conditions and group ability.

Saddle up for a wrangler-led ride along Bryce’s rim-and-canyon trails, where red hoodoos tower like stone sentinels. The measured pace lets you take in juniper scents, sweeping views and the crunch of hooves on cinder.

It’s an evocative way to experience the plateau’s pioneer routes and sculpted amphitheaters. This activity is at additional cost and bookable on tour; age and weight limits apply.

Step beneath one of America’s clearest night skies for a guided stargazing session in an International Dark Sky Park. See the Milky Way arch overhead as laser pointers trace constellations and distant planets shimmer.

With minimal light pollution, Bryce’s high elevation makes the heavens feel close enough to touch. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; telescopes and red lights are typically provided.

Take to the sky on a helicopter over the Grand Canyon, lifting from Tusayan across the Kaibab National Forest and into the dramatic Dragon Corridor. Look straight down into temples, buttes and the silver ribbon of the Colorado.

Aerial narration adds geologic context as colors shift with the sun’s angle. This flight is at additional cost and bookable on tour; weather, seating and weight regulations apply.

Dress to the nines for hosted entry at a premier venue where you’ll skip the line and dive into Vegas nightlife. DJ sets, dazzling light shows and a curated crowd set the tone for an epic evening.

Venues rotate with the calendar to keep things fresh. This add-on is at additional cost and bookable on tour; ID and dress codes are enforced by the club.

Pull up a chair at The Big Texan Steak Ranch to witness—or attempt—the legendary 72-oz Steak Challenge. It’s a one-hour race against time with sides included, cheered on in a lively, boots-and-neon dining hall.

An Amarillo institution since the 1960s, the challenge is a slice of roadside folklore. This dining experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; finish it in time and the meal’s on the house.

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• 10 Breakfast (B)

• New York City: A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
• Los Angeles: The US is a large country – which means this trip involves some long journeys on the coach.  But it also means that you’ll have plenty of time to sit back, relax, enjoy the stunning scenery and get to know your fellow travellers.
• Los Angeles: The climate in this region is extremely varied. In shoulder season (May, September, and October) you can expect temperatures to vary between single digits and warm sunny days, while from June until September temperatures can reach well above 30 C (86 F).
• Los Angeles: It’s always a good idea to bring a warm windproof jacket. No matter which time of year you decide to travel, it can get quite cool at night (especially outside of the cities), so we recommend that you bring a warm jacket or fleece. This trip involves visiting National Parks, walking and light hiking is required to visit all the viewpoints listed. You should pack appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. Closed shoes are required for most activities.
• Grand Canyon National Park: Yes. For new bookings travelling from 01-Jan-2027, non-U.S. residents will be required to pay a separate National Parks entry fee due to new regulations from National Parks authorities. This fee is separate from any existing permits or inclusions. It will be added at the time of booking and paid with your final payment, due 60 days before departure. Please note: this fee is subject to change.
• New York City: You’ll now book and pay for your Free Time Add-Ons through WeTravel — a simple website link where you can browse all the FTAs, pick what you’re keen on, and pay directly by card, in any currency. You’ll get the link in your Welcome Email, usually 3–5 days before your trip starts. Once you’re in, it’s easy: check out the pics, descriptions and prices, add your chosen experiences to your cart, then check out online. You can book before your trip starts or while you’re on the road, up until each activity’s booking deadline.Missed the link? No stress. Your Trip Manager can share it with you on trip too.

• Amarillo: A rainbow-coloured art installation. Made from Cadillacs in the desert. That glows in the dark. Why the heck not?
• Albuquerque: We’ll gather at the gateway to the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico for a truly unique experience, learning all about Pueblo history, culture and art while contributing towards its preservation.
• Canyonlands National Park: So you can forget waiting around in the line!
• Arches National Park: So you can forget waiting around in the line!
• Grand Canyon National Park: You’ll discover the gargantuan beauty of Canyonlands, Arches, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef and the Grand Canyon.
• Capitol Reef National Park: So you can forget waiting around in the line!
• Bryce Canyon National Park: Everything’s bigger in America: even the national parks. Red ‘hoodoo’ rocks and pink cliffs are the ideal backdrop for that magical sunset.   
• Zion National Park: Navigate the red-sand landscape and see the epic canyon, hanging waterfalls and emerald pools.  
• Lake Powell: You’ll be taken aback by its sprawling beauty!
• Horseshoe Bend: AKA the most-photographed stretch of the Colorado River, with very good reason.
• Grand Canyon National Park: So you can forget waiting around in the line!
• Grand Canyon: An experience you’ll want to relive in your mind. Over and over again. #travelgoals
• Grand Canyon National Park: One obligatory ‘road trip’ pic, coming right up.
• Las Vegas: As we make our way along the iconic Las Vegas strip, you’ll have the chance to pop out and get a pic of the ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ sign.