Wonders of the American West - September 13-23, 2020 - AAA Central Penn

September 13-23, 2020
Wonders of the American West

  Fresh air and epic landscapes await you at the Grand Canyon National Park. Don't miss this beautiful
  trip to one of America's most sacred spaces. This tour also includes Monument Valley, Arches
  National Park, and Zion National Park. Book your trip today!

  Booking Deadline: July 1, 2020

Pricing
 Occupancy                                            Rate Per Person

 Double                                               $4,509

 Single                                               $6,359

 Triple                                               $4,029

All non-members must add $60 to the above rates.

Rates are subject to availability at time of booking and include taxes, fees and fuel surcharges which are
subject to change. All pricing and included features are based on a minimum of 25 passengers.

Included Features
          Free parking and roundtrip motorcoach transfers to Philadelphia International Airport
          Roundtrip airfare from Philadelphia to Las Vegas
          Roundtrip transfers – airport/hotel
          Hotel accommodations for nine nights
          Post-tour accommodations for one night at Caesars Palace Las
          Vegas Hotel & Casino
          Sightseeing as stated in itinerary by luxury coach
          Services of Professional Insight Vacations Tour Manager
          Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners with wine
          All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suit case per person
          Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

Highlights
          Grand Canyon National Park
          Monument Valley
          Mesa Verde
          Arches National Park
          Canyonlands National Park
          Moab
          Bryce Canyon National Park
          Las Vegas
          Lake Powell
          Capitol Reef National Park
          Zion National Park

Itinerary
Sunday, September 13: Depart for Las Vegas
Depart Central PA and fly to Las Vegas, Nevada to start your incredible vacation. Upon arrival, transfer to
your hotel. This evening meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner with wine at the
award winning Bacchanal Buffet. Hotel: ARIA Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada (Dinner with Wine)

Monday, September 14: The Wonders of the Grand Canyon
Journey to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, where you will join your Park Expert for an
informative talk about the the phenomenon in geology, its rock formation and impact. Learn about the local
flora and fauna, and where you might be able to spot the land’s elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats
and mountain lions. Dine at your lodge this evening after a sparkling reception at sunset taking in the
incredible orange hues that light up this stunning natural wonder. Hotel: Grand Canyon Lodges, Yavapai
East at Grand Canyon’s South Rim (Breakfast, Dinner with Wine)

Tuesday, September 15: Grand Canyon and Lake Powell
Wake up to the backdrop of the Grand Canyon as you depart for the majesty of Lake Powell. Stop at Glen
Canyon Dam to learn about its impact on the Colorado River before arriving at your lakefront resort. Check in
to your room and enjoy the evening at leisure. Hotel: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas, Lake Powell,
Arizona (Breakfast)

Wednesday, September 16: A Leisurely day at Lake Powell
Spend the day doing entirely as you please. Perhaps join an optional float trip down one of the most scenic
stretches of the Colorado River, or take a leisurely optional cruise through scenic Antelope Canyon with its
steep, sandstone walls. (Breakfast)

Thursday, September 17: Monument Valley and the Navajo Nation
Journey on through the barren beauty of the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you’ll
board an all-terrain vehicle to explore the valley with your Navajo guide. These sturdy 4 x 4 jeeps offer open
sides for spectacular views and a roof to protect you from the sun. Learn about Navajo history from your
guide. The area is also the backdrop for many western Hollywood hits, including Stagecoach and Fort
Apache. Inspired by these iconic movies, you’ll find “John Wayne’s cabin” at nearby Goulding’s Lodge. This
small structure was used for exterior shots in She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, starring Wayne himself. The venue
also holds a cinema dedicated to none other than John Wayne and his impressive movie portfolio. Enjoy a
Navajo cookout Highlight Lunch amid the giant buttes and mesas of this unique landscape before making
your way to Mesa Verde National Park, where the day draws to a close. Your lodge inside the park offers
sweeping vistas reaching into three states. Hotel: Far View Lodge, Mesa Verde, Colorado. (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner with Wine)

Friday, September 18: Mesa Verde and Moab
Enjoy an in-depth visit to fascinating Mesa Verde National Park. View the ancient pueblo dwellings known as
Cliff Palace. Settle in for a relaxing stay at your modern hotel with Western flair, superbly located just a block
away from Main Street. Enjoy a Dine-Around evening and choose from a hand-picked selection of
restaurants. Hotel: Red Cliff’s Lodge, Moab, Utah (Breakfast, Dinner with Wine)

Saturday, September 19: Canyonlands and Arches National Parks

In the morning, visit Arches National Park, housing the greatest concentration of natural arches in the world.
Stop and take a short hike to the Delicate Arch Viewpoint to view the iconic arch. Then it’s on to
Canyonlands National Park for a drive onto the Island in the Sky - a mesa resting 1,000 feet above the
surrounding countryside, offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations. Back at the
lodge, your evening is at leisure. (Breakfast)

Sunday, September 20: Capitol Reef and Bryce Canyon National Parks
Magnificent scenery awaits at Capitol Reef National Park, best known for its Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile-
long warp in the earth’s crust. Journey along one of the most beautiful roads in the world, Scenic Byway 12,
winding through the stunning Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Head to the sandstone cliffs of
Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah. Here you will be met by pine trees and red rock pillars. You’ll
take a leisurely walk along Sunset Point to view the great amphitheaters of the odd-shaped monoliths, known
as hoodoos. Hotel: The Lodge at Bryce Canyon, Bryce, Utah (Breakfast)

Monday, September 21: Whimsical Bryce Canyon National Park
Start the day travelling through Bryce Canyon National Park, the great natural amphitheater. The whimsical
eroded rock formations that characterize this National Park are some of Utah’s most unusual shapes. Learn
how wind, erosion and iron oxidation created the spellbinding hoodoos with your Travel Director. In the
evening, join your fellow travelers for a memorable Celebration Dinner set overlooking the park’s orange and
red rock formations. (Breakfast, Dinner with Wine)

Tuesday, September 22: Zion National Park and back to Las Vegas
Enjoy a last look at Bryce Canyon, glowing in early morning light, before heading to Zion National Park - one
of the most scenic canyons in the United States. Here, join a guided tour by a private Zion Canyon Shuttle,
with live commentary, to view the park’s best sites. Your tour ends in Las Vegas where you will enjoy an
extra night in this thriving city. Hotel: Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada.
(Breakfast)

Wednesday, September 23: Depart for home
Transfer to the Las Vegas International Airport with fond memories of a beautiful trip.

Itinerary is subject to change at any time without notification and/or compensation.

Tour Activity Level: 3
This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and
more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs, or on uneven walking
surfaces, should be expected.

General Information
Travel Documents
U.S. State department and destination specific travel regulations at time of brochure printing required the
following documents for your travel. A valid government issued REAL ID or passport is required. Travel
regulations and state compliance requirements are subject to, and have been known to change. For the most
current requirements, which due to potential changes may be other than this listed here, please consult with
your travel agent.

Payment

A non-refundable deposit of $225 per person will confirm your reservation. Final Payment is due to AAA by
July 1, 2020.

Solo Travelers Rewards Club maximum voucher redemption: $100

Cancellation/Penalties
Deposit date to July 9, 2020 - $225 per person, plus...
From July 10 – August 22, 2020 - 25% per person, plus additional suppliers fees
From August 23 - September 5, 2020 - 30% per person, plus additional suppliers fees
From September 6 – 12, 2020 - 50% per person, plus additional suppliers fees
After September 12, 2020 - Non-Refundable

*Airfare is non-refundable after final payment

Insurance
For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with
proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may
apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz.

Flight
Air arrangements are handled by the tour operator. Seat assignments cannot be confirmed until the tour
operator releases names to the airline 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be
guaranteed. Some flights schedules may contain code share agreements.

Clothing/Climate
Temperatures for this region in September averages in the 80’s with cooler evenings. Pack for a variety of
temperatures. Casual clothes that can be layered, comfortable walking shoes and a small umbrella are
recommended. A flashlight for use in the National Parks is recommended. Lighting is often limited on the
walking paths at night.

Baggage
One suitcase per person will be allowed. You may also bring a carry-on bag small enough to fit under your
seat. Baggage fees and other charges may be directly assessed by airlines or airport.

Travel Assistance
For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion
who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.

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