NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

15 days from GBP2,569 to GBP2,769 including flights
Tripcode: AFL

Countries Visited: USA

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 8 reviews.

John Clark

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

Written October 2011
An excellent tour, covering a wide area but allowing adequate hiking time in the famous National Parks. The variety of trails available in the Parks make the tour suitable for people of different abilities. The scenery was tremendous, and the hotels generally of a high standard.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Undoubtedly, the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight, but the rim views of Bryce Canyon and particularly walking the trails in that Canyon were probably the best moments of the tour.
What did you think of your group leader?
The group leader was fine. An experienced tour leader he was well acquainted with the region and organised the various walking options in the Parks well.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Limited time is allowed at San Fransisco or Las Vegas at either end of the tour. Potential travellers might consider whether they wish to add a couple of days (or more) at these locations.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The tour vehicle was very cramped. Fortunately one person booked on the tour did not appear, otherwise with a full complement of passengers for the vehicle, the situation would have been worse. The improvised lunch arrangements worked well enough.
Bernard Jones

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

Written May 2011
A packed two weeks seeing the highlights of and hiking in the National Parks of Yosemite, Zion Canyon, Bryce Canyon and the Navajo Nation lands of Monument Valley, finally ending up at the Grand Canyon. The variation and beauty of all the sites made the few long journey days well worth while.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
All the hikes were excellent but for me the hike up to Angel's Landing was the most inspirational moment, mainly because I was very apprehensive about the sheer drops and very nearly didn't do it. Even the shuttle commentary mentioned the occasional deaths!
What did you think of your group leader?
Top guy and guide. I felt that he really wanted us to get the maximum value out of the trip. He organised the most delicious 'proper picnics' and each evening invited us to reflect on the day over 'adult beverages'-this was very popular!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Expect a couple of longish transit days and come prepared for a range of temperatures.
Before we went we booked a show in Las Vegas for the last night and really enjoyed.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The range of walks offered at each of the parks varies from easy to strenuous, I would recommend pushing your limits- especially at the Grand Canyon because the sense of achievement becomes one of the highlights of the trip. The jeep trip at Monument Valley ($40-50) is a worthwhile option and those who did the helicopter trip at the Grand Canyon raved about it, but it was pricey at $240.
Michael Bebb

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

Written June 2010
One of the best holidays I've been on. Each national park had it's own caricatures from Waterfalls, Giant Sequias trees, Wild animals, Geology, History.Botany,Canyons, Rivers,The transport was good, but I think that with 12 in the party it would be over crowded. 8 would be perfect.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Climbling to the top of Angels Lading in Zion N/P and seeing and desending in into the Grand Canyon also Vegas something else
What did you think of your group leader?
Our leader Mr Jeff Jennings was a marvel all the information you needed, entertaing, healthy food, a real pleasnt dood, that was his way saying he liked you.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just go out there and you will love it. there is a lot of traveling so take a book,
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I had a wonderful time, and recommend it to any one
Sheelagh Collier

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

Written July 2009
An exceptional holiday, with a great leader, taking us to places off the beaten track with fantastic scenery. The hotels we stayed in were far better standard than described. On the long drives between parks we stopped off for numerous breaks, so the passenger experience wasn't that bad. Las Vegas was an experience in itself, both at night and in the day.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
There were so many, it's hard to pick just one, but probably walking down into the Grand Canyon at 5am, with the sun rising, changing the colour of the rocks around us. Also driving along famous Route 66.
What did you think of your group leader?
Jeff was an excellent leader, and advised us of the proper trails to take through the parks, especially when he was unable to join us. He bought ingredients for the lunches that were provided with the trip, and always found us a decent spot for a proper picnic-one day we were even joined by an elk! Jeff also brought the group together each night for "Adult Beverages" and arranged a Barbeque one evening and a Pizza party another. He advised us the best places to eat, that had been recommended by other groups.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Don't be put off by the long drives, thee scenery makes the drives go quickly. Also, there are a lot of early starts, but the leader does know best, and doing some of the walks early is far better than in the heat of the day. This is not a leisurely holiday as described in the brochure, you may need another holiday when you get home!
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Quite simply the best holiday I have ever been on. Try it, you won't be disappointed!
R Campbell Sayers

NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST

Written June 2008
A well-packed trip with lengthy but very scenic drives which enable enough time to be spent in each of the parks and sights included to appreciate properly what each has to offer.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Each of the National Parks offered an inspirational moment - it was a succession of highlights.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our leader was excellent and well up to Exodus' established standards - considerate, pro-active, well organised and prepared, well-informed.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be assured you can use the Park time as you wish - you don't have to climb everything in sight! Ensure you understand what type of vehicle is to be used: ours was inadequate and we have given advice to help improve matters for future trips. We think the minimum standard should be based on the standard found in Greyhound buses (which should be achievable in the smaller vehicles used by Exodus).
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Comments on vehicle, as above.
Exodus Response
Thanks for your very positive review. The vehicles we generally use on this trip (and did you on your departure) are high-top vans with high-back individually reclining seats, a centre aisle and almost enough room to stand for a tall person - a very similar set-up to those offered on full-size coaches, such as those used by Greyhound. Clearly, there cannot be the larger amount of space (and toilets etc.) on our smaller vehicles, but the greater flexibility and fun of travelling in a small group makes up for this.
- Exodus Staff
Manimala Gollapalli

Beautiful views from Nevada Falls

Written November 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

I really enjoyed the Navajo campfire dinner at Navajo National Park. The night had everything, beautiful scenery, a clear night sky, Navajo music and a simple but tasty meal.
The views from our first hike to Nevada Falls in Yosemite were spectacular.
Bryce Canyon had very out of this world scenery, it was very hard to comprehend.
Grand Canyon was an amazing view. I recommend the helicopter flight.
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What did you think of your group leader?
The group leader was a great guy
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Depending upon what time of year you go, take lots of light and warm clothes as the weather is unpredictable from day to day. Prepare yourself in advance for some vigorous walks/hikes to really enjoy the holiday.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Remember to take timeout on each hike to look around and enjoy the view.
John Wild

great itinery , great leader,great holiday

Written November 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Climbing from the river in Zion canyon to it's rim at observation point .
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What did you think of your group leader?
He was very good -everything was well planned and if any snags arose he quickly dealt with them.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
We found the US immigration at Minneapolis to be very quick and friendly .