15 Jun 2017
Visiting America's national parks is a holiday of a lifetime and Grand American Adventures' 15 day National Parks and Lodges takes in the 'best of the west' in a carefully constructed, immersive tour with overnight stays in truly special properties, carefully chosen to enhance the adventure. http://www.grandamericanadventures.com/tours/usa-national-park-holidays.html
Here's some of the selected properties included in the National Parks and Lodges tour and the reasons why they are so special:
Breathe in Yosemite's splendour at Tenaya Lodge, California
This premier, historic lodge located in the California High Sierra, is not only the year-round gateway to Yosemite National Park but its stunning setting is an ideal place for visitors to relax following an unforgettable day hiking amongst the Giant Sequoia trees whilst on tour. The Four-Diamond Tenaya Lodge focuses on the finer details so guests can feel rejuvenated and take solace within the alpine grandeur. The lodge is home to a world-class spa and each of the recently renovated guestrooms boast deluxe baths, plush bedding and a host of other amenities for a peaceful stay. www.tenayalodge.com
Uninterrupted beauty and sanctuary at Zion Lodge, Utah
Zion Lodge is the only hotel located in Zion National Park, meaning it is an ideal base to explore where the ancient Native Americans and pioneers once walked and take in the massive sandstone cliffs that soar in bright colours up to the sky. 'Zion' means a place of peace and refuge and the hotel offers just this with spacious accommodation lodges and cabins with spectacular views. Each hotel room has a private balcony or porch so visitors can chill and take in the breathtaking scenery.www.zionlodge.com
Watch the sun set over Monument Valley from a private balcony at Goulding's Lodge, Utah
After a day exploring the astonishing sights of Monument Valley, such as Eagle Mesa, King on his Throne and Brigham's Tomb, Goulding's Lodge is the perfect accommodation choice to sit back and reflect. The 63 main lodge rooms all have their own private balconies and of all the amenities of home. The dining room offers locally inspired cuisine such as Navajo Tacos and Fiesta Steak with Navajo Frybread. www.gouldings.com
Celebrate cowboy cuisine and classic western movies at Red Cliffs Lodge, Utah
Located 14 miles up the Colorado River in Moab National Park, at the foot of the dramatic Red Rock cliffs, Red Cliffs Lodge offers visitors a classic western landscape. The resort is home to Castle Creek Winery, the largest in Utah, and the Moab Movie Museum which showcases the region's rich movie heritage, including Rio Grande with John Wayne. The lodge's restaurant, Cowboy Grill offers delicious western inspired food including Ranch-hand Ribeye and Outlaw Red Chicken, which visitors can savour whilst enjoying views of the Colorado River.
Stay in the only lodge in the North Rim of the Grand Canyon
Recognised as a National Historic Landmark in 1987, Grand Canyon Lodge is built on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon from native stone, timber and limestone. The resort is the only property that sits in the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and it offers incredible views of the west, east and south sides. It is here that visitors that can explore the park either by foot or by mule without having to exit the park boundaries and as there is only one property, the area is less crowded with more freedom to enjoy the comfortable authenticity of the facilities and the western log cabins.
http://www.grandcanyonforever.com/lodging
Take me on National Parks and Lodges:
Grand American Adventures offers 14 departures of National Parks and Lodges per year (May to September) from £3,659pp (excluding flights). Price includes 14 nights' accommodation, transfers plus activities and meals as detailed in itinerary.
To book or for terms and conditions visit www.grandamericanadventures.co.uk or call 0333 003 8245. Follow Grand American Adventures @GrandAmericanAd
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About Grand American Adventures:
- A small group tour operator offering in-depth experiences within many of North, South and Central America's most spectacular wilderness, National Parks and exciting cities
- Aimed at individual, couples, friends, family and multigenerational travellers
- Tours are separated by destination, family travel or mini-adventures (city break add-on 3 to 4 day experiences)
- Tours may also be tailor made for small groups wishing to travel together and requiring specific experiences
- Sister company to TrekAmerica with over forty years of specialist group travel experience
- GAA is fully ABTA and ATOL bonded with nearly 30 different tour choices ranging from 8 to 23 days
- All tours are led by specialist guides and in custom-designed Grand American Adventures luxury touring vans
