Discover the highlights of the American Southwest from the gorges of Zion to the sandstone pinnacles of Sedona, exploring national parks and natural treasures on guided walks and hikes that suit your pace.   

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 Monument Valley
Monument Valley
 The Grand Canyon and the Colorado River
The Grand Canyon and the Colorado River
 Cathedral Rock, Sedona
Cathedral Rock, Sedona
 Sedona landscape
Sedona landscape
 Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend
 Lake Powell
Lake Powell
 Zion National Park
Zion National Park
 Overlook, Zion National Park
Overlook, Zion National Park
 The Narrows Trail, Zion National Park
The Narrows Trail, Zion National Park

Cliffs and Canyons of the American Southwest: A Tailor-Made Journey

A Self Drive Journey

9 days from $3,900

Discover the highlights of the American Southwest from the gorges of Zion to the sandstone pinnacles of Sedona, exploring national parks and natural treasures on guided walks and hikes that suit your pace.   

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Accommodations

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Cliffrose Lodge

Springdale, Utah, United States

Nestled in the heart of Zion Canyon along the Virgin River, the Cliffrose Lodge is an upscale lodge set on five acres of gardens and outdoor spaces. Rooms, suites and villas line the river and have sitting areas and balconies or patios, as well as high-end modern amenities. Along with a restaurant with patio dining, the lodge features a heated outdoor pool, a waterfall hot tub, riverside hot tubs, and a riverside beach.

Lake Powell Resort

Page, AZ, United States

Located at Wahweap Marina on the shores of Lake Powell, the resort is an ideal base for exploring the lake and its surroundings. The resort features comfortable lodging and suites, a slew of restaurants to choose from, two swimming pools and a sauna, and a fitness center. Activities on Lake Powell, from boat rides to fishing, can be arranged through the hotel.

Gouldings Lodge

Monument Valley, United States

The historic Gouldings Lodge began as a trading post in the 1920s. Tucked in among the red cliffs adjacent to the Navajo Nation Park, the lodge offers sweeping views of the buttes of Monument Valley., Rooms and villas are comfortably furnished and feature a private patio or balcony looking out over the valley. With nearly a century in the valley, Gouldings is a destination in its own right, with a museum and movie theater as well as more typical amenities such as a restaurant serving southwestern and Navajo cuisine and a heated indoor swimming pool.

Best Western Premier Squire Inn (2022 departures)

Tusayan, United States

The Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn is located in the town of Tusayan, just two miles from the South Rim gate. It's a large hotel with spacious rooms and a full range of facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, three restaurants, several bars and lounges, a gym, a game room, and its own bowling alley.  

Orchards Inn

Sedona, Arizona, United States

In a secluded oasis within walking distance of downtown Sedona, the upscale Orchards Inn provides tastefully appointed rooms with private patios or balconies facing the cliffs and mesas of red-rock country. The property features a heated pool and spa, and guests have access to the spa and gardens of the luxurious auberge next door.  

Gift Membership – Friends of Smithsonian

When you travel on a tailor-made journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:

  • A Smithsonian annual engagement calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
  • Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history. Early access to Smithsonian magazine produced events.
  • Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
  • 10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
  • Recognition in the Friends of the Smithsonian Honor Roll, displayed electronically on the National Mall in the Membership Reception Center
  • Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
  • Free admission to the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
  • A complimentary copy of the annual Smithsonian museum guidebook.
  • Invitation to a special welcome event for new members at a Smithsonian venue.

*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members. 

Travel Insurance

For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.

In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.

To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.

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