What are the main national parks visited on Las Vegas Rocky Mountains tours?

The route from Las Vegas covers 5-6 major national parks each with distinct natural features. Visitors explore Zion National Park's red cliffs followed by Bryce Canyon's unique hoodoo formations. The journey continues to Arches National Park which showcases more than 2000 natural stone arches and Canyonlands National Park with its elevated Island in the Sky mesa. The grand finale often includes the Grand Canyon. A TourRadar traveler shared "Every national park was absolutely gorgeous and I came home refreshed humbled grateful and uplifted." Tours include guided walks and overnight stays at locations like Bryce View Lodge and accommodations within Zion National Park.

What's the best time of year to take a Rocky Mountains tour from Las Vegas?

Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring with moderate temperatures and fewer visitors. The summer heat can be intense especially in Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon areas. One TourRadar traveler noted "I would highly recommend doing this trip in the Spring or Fall because of the weather. I would avoid late June July and August because of the oppressive heat." During peak seasons visitors typically stay at established properties like the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas and the Yavapai Lodge at Grand Canyon.

What are the common starting points for tours within Las Vegas?

Tours typically begin at major Strip properties including The Mirage Hotel & Casino (3400 South Las Vegas Boulevard) Paris Las Vegas Hotel and the Strat Hotel. The North Tour Bus pickup area serves as another departure point. Tour operators schedule most departures between 6-7 AM. According to a TourRadar traveler "After settling into your hotel and meeting with your Travel Director this afternoon the bright lights and lively antics of Vegas will undoubtedly lure you in."

What kind of accommodations can I expect on these tours?

The accommodation mix includes 3-star hotels such as Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Harrah's Hotel in Las Vegas plus park lodges like Bryce View Lodge and Yavapai Lodge at Grand Canyon. Some itineraries offer camping alternatives. A TourRadar traveler described it as "The lodging was varied and interesting - from comfortable hotels in Las Vegas to charming lodges in the national parks each offering their own unique experience."

What's included in the meal plans for these tours?

Tour packages generally cover daily breakfast at properties like the Clarion Inn and Paris Las Vegas Hotel along with select lunches during day trips. Special dining events often feature traditional Navajo cuisine at Monument Valley. One TourRadar traveler mentioned "Meals were perfect - we had everything from pizza at the Grand Canyon south rim to BBQ chicken dinner at Bryce Canyon plus great local restaurants along the way."

What are the most popular stops between Las Vegas and the Rocky Mountains?

Key stops along the route include the winding passages of Antelope Canyon the iconic buttes of Monument Valley and the natural amphitheater of Bryce Canyon National Park. Tours regularly visit the Grand Canyon South Rim Zion National Park and Lake Powell. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The stops at Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley were incredible - these aren't just quick photo stops but real immersive experiences with local Navajo guides."

Rocky Mountains Tours from Las Vegas

An adventure starting in Las Vegas is a great way to see Rocky Mountains. We have 55 tours that range from 3 days up to 16 days. The most popular time for tours from Las Vegas is September, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Rocky Mountains tours from Las Vegas

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Hiking & Trekking
Southwest National Parks Uncovered - 12 days
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Springdale,Grand Canyon National Park,Monument Valley,Bluff,Mesa Verde National Park,Durango,Silverton,Moab,Arches National Park,Canyonlands National Park,Capitol Reef National Park,Torrey,Bryce Canyon National Park+12 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersRocky Mountains+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
From
US$6,915per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Grand Circle Experience
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"The seemingly infinite knowledge of Jason's awareness of tour industry sites."
Ernie, traveled in April
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Kanab,Grand Canyon National Park,Page,Antelope Canyon,Kayenta,Monument Valley,Mesa Verde National Park,Durango,Ouray,Moab,Arches National Park,Canyonlands National Park,Capitol Reef National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Cedar City+14 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersRocky Mountains+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Southwest Adventure Tours
From
US$6,249per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Yellowstone & Rocky Mountain Explorer
4.6 (27 traveler reviews)
"Wonderful tour. We had the opportunity to visit all major highlights in Yellowstone and Great Tetons."
Ana, traveled in July
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Bryce Canyon National Park, Salt Lake City,Grand Teton National Park,Yellowstone National Park+2 more
Age Range
Ages 7+
Regions
Western USARocky Mountains+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bindlestiff Tours
From
US$1,895per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Monument Valley & Antelope Canyon - 3 days
3.5 (2 traveler reviews)
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Mojave Desert, Sedona, Page, Monument Valley,Antelope Canyon+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
From
US$715per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Vegas, Monument Valley & Grand Canyon - 7 days
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Sedona, Page, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon,Valley of Fire State Park,Grand Canyon National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Kanab,Zion National Park+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
From
US$1,840per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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USA – 8 Days Arches Canyonlands Antelope Zion Bryce Grand Canyon
3.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Arches National Park,Monument Valley,Grand Canyon National Park+4 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersRocky Mountains+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bucket List Group Travel LLC
From
US$3,590per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$America\'s Canyonlands Escape Tour$
$America\'s Canyonlands Escape - 9 destinations$
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America's Canyonlands Escape
5.0 (291 traveler reviews)
"The tour was phenomenal."
Michele, traveled in March
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Moab,Arches National Park,Monument Valley,Grand Canyon National Park+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersRocky Mountains+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
From
US$1,969per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Private Camping Tour-National Parks Tour 3 Days Small Group Tour from Las Vega
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Antelope Canyon,Monument Valley,Grand Canyon National Park+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky Mountains+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bindlestiff Tours
From
US$875per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Vegas, Grand Canyon & Arizona - 8 days
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park,Grand Canyon Village,Winslow,Petrified Forest National Park,Sedona,Jerome,Prescott,Seligman+7 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
From
US$4,035per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Vegas to Phoenix & Grand Canyon - 8 days
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Kingman, Williams, Grand Canyon National Park,Grand Canyon Village,Page,Antelope Canyon,Winslow,Petrified Forest National Park,Sedona,Prescott,Phoenix+8 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
From
US$4,205per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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National Parks Tour 3 Days Small Group Camping Tour from Las Vegas
4.9 (798 traveler reviews) award winner
"Well thought out and well organized tour. Will definitely recommend this tour."
Priscilla, traveled in May
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Antelope Canyon,Monument Valley,Grand Canyon National Park+4 more
Age Range
Ages 7+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky Mountains+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bindlestiff Tours
From
US$875per person
Price based on Shared Room
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National Parks Winter Tour
4.9 (150 traveler reviews)
"Views were terrific. Antelope canyon was unique!"
Judith, traveled in February
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Monument Valley,Antelope Canyon,Zion National Park+2 more
Age Range
Ages 7+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,French,Spanish+3 more
Operator
Bindlestiff Tours
From
US$910per person
Price based on Shared Room
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$Camping Utah\'s Mighty 5 Tour$
$Camping Utah\'s Mighty 5 - 8 destinations$
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Camping Utah's Mighty 5
4.8 (26 traveler reviews)
"the best way to explore the vastness and glory of the Utah desert is by camping and hiking in small groups."
Michelle, traveled in October
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Bryce Canyon National Park, Moab,Arches National Park,Canyonlands National Park,Capitol Reef National Park,Zion National Park+4 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersMighty 5Rocky MountainsUtah+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
15% Off
From $2,249
US$1,912per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Hiking & Trekking
Grand Canyon Express - 3 days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"A wonderful experience!"
Gretchen, traveled in October
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Page,Antelope Canyon,Bryce Canyon National Park,Kanab,Zion National Park+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Western USASouthwest USASun BeltFour CornersRocky MountainsGrand Canyon+5 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
15% Off
From
US$715per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$Hiking Utah\'s National Parks Tour$
$Hiking Utah\'s National Parks - 7 destinations$
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Hiking Utah's National Parks
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The schedule was busy, the hikes were mostly moderate as expected. She assured that I was always able to complete each trail."
Jacqueline, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Las Vegas, Zion National Park,Bryce Canyon National Park,Moab,Bluff,Page+4 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Western USASouthwest USAFour CornersRocky MountainsUtah+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
15% Off
From $3,955
US$3,362per person
+$200 local payments
Price based on Shared Room
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