Welcome to the Grand Circle Tour
The Grand Circle Tour is easily accessible if you are located near Las Vegas, Denver, Salt Lake City, Albuquerque, or Phoenix. You can also fly into any of these cities to begin your adventure. With 10 national parks to visit, you can easily explore the country from the open road. Most of these parks offer camping or lodging options inside or nearby, making it convenient for you to stay and enjoy the natural beauty of the parks.
The following tours are included in this bundle:
- Arches National Park Tour
- Canyonlands National Park Tour
- Canyonlands Needles District Tour
- Capitol Reef National Park Tour
- Bryce Canyon National Park Tour
- Zion National Park Tour
- Grand Staircase Escalante Tour
- Horseshoe Bend & Page Tour
- Grand Canyon South Rim Tour
- Monument Valley Tour
- Petrified National Park Tour
- Mesa Verde National Park Tour
- Delicate Arch Trail (Bonus)
About the Tours Bundle
Arches National Park Tour: At Arches, you’ll begin your journey with excellent views of the towering Three Penguins, Three Gossips, and Courthouse Towers. These immense rock formations welcome visitors to the one-of-a-kind scenery they can expect to find in this park. As you continue across the scorched landscape, you’ll hear about the Ute and Paiute tribes who called this place home. After seeing the impossibly-suspended Balanced Rock, you’ll first glimpse the formations for which the park is named. First up: Windows Arches and Double Arch (featured in Indiana Jones!), followed by the much-photographed Delicate Arch, which stands proudly without any form of support.
Canyonlands National Park Tour: Continuing to Canyonlands, you’ll find some of the most striking, classically Western landscapes you’ve ever seen. As you drive through shocking shades of red rock and attention-grabbing mesas, you’ll learn all about how erosion sculpted these wonders. Don’t forget your camera when you reach Plateau Viewpoint! Here you’ll find some of the best views in the whole park. On your way to the next big attraction, Dead Horse Point State Park (and no, that’s not a typo!), you’ll uncover this park’s secret, radioactive history! Of course, with so many hiking trails and overlooks, you might have trouble focusing on the past when the present is so compelling!
Canyonlands Needles District Tour: Discover Canyonlands’ Needles District on a self-guided driving tour through Utah’s rugged red rock wilderness. Marvel at ancient petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock, then follow scenic roads to windswept Pothole Point and the iconic Wooden Shoe Overlook. Hear stories of ancestral Puebloans, cowboy legends, and geologic wonders as you explore remote canyons and colorful spires shaped by time.
Capitol Reef National Park Tour: Then there’s Capitol Reef, home to remnants of one of America’s oldest and most remote pioneer towns. You’ll find Fruita nestled within the red rocks and deceptively complex walls displaying hundreds of millions of years of geologic history. Several buildings give visitors a sense of what life was like in this isolated little community, and you can even visit a functioning orchard while there!
Bryce Canyon National Park Tour: In Bryce Canyon, you’ll have ample opportunities to see the hoodoos for which this park is famous. These strange, looming pillars lend the whole landscape an otherworldly appearance. As you visit a series of stunning overlooks, including the gorgeous Sunrise Point and Inspiration Point, you’ll hear about the tribes who once lived here and other historical tidbits like Butch Cassidy’s relation to the area! Later, you’ll have the opportunity to hike into the canyon for some of the most incredible natural scenery.
Zion National Park Tour: Last but certainly not least is Zion. You’ve probably already heard of this park for a good reason. Zion features enormous rocky fortresses, lush river valleys, death-defying hikes along windswept cliffs, and much more. Whether you’re looking for a desert oasis, interesting history, or unforgettable views, Zion has you covered.
Grand Staircase Escalante Tour: Explore the hidden wonders of UT-12 with an epic and scenic drive through Grand Staircase Escalante. Drive along the Hogback (the ridgeline), learn about this giant geologic staircase’s hidden mysteries, and discover the Fremont and Puebloans’ long-buried secrets.
Horseshoe Bend & Page Tour: Why do 2.2 million people visit a Riverbend each year? Find out with this self-guided tour of the unforgettable Horseshoe Bend! This jaw-dropping canyon, cut through by the stunning Colorado River, is famous for a reason. See it up close and learn how this one-of-a-kind feature formed! And since you are planning a visit to Horseshoe Bend, we suggest dropping by the town of Page, once a rugged work camp and now home to incredible sights and hikes.
Grand Canyon South Rim Tour: Witness one of the natural wonders of the world in all its glory. The Grand Canyon is so massive and awe-inspiring that you must see it with your own two eyes to truly understand its scale. This Grand Canyon South Rim self-guided tour takes you to all the best vistas and hiking trails and fills you in on the fascinating history of the canyon and the Native people who once lived there. So get out there and see something incredible! The tour also includes a bonus tour of the North Rim.
Monument Valley Tour: Explore the movie industry’s and Navajo history’s “Wild West” as you drive through Monument Valley’s dramatic landscape. This self-guided audio tour along a 17-mile Navajo route allows you to enjoy the incredible panoramas while learning about Navajo culture, tribal history, and movie stardom.
Petrified National Park Tour: Discover the timeless beauty of Petrified Forest National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Journey through an ancient landscape where once-lush forests have turned to stone and vibrant desert vistas stretch as far as the eye can see. Explore trails that wind through the park, revealing a land frozen in time and bursting with geological wonders. Unearth the history of this unique landscape, filled with prehistoric creatures, early human inhabitants, and fascinating fossils.
Mesa Verde National Park Tour: Drive through Mesa Verde National Park on this self-guided trip. Start at Montezuma Valley Overlook for great views. Next, visit Far View House to see old Puebloan life. The centerpiece is Cliff Palace, a spectacular cliff house that shows a former civilization. An arduous climb into history concludes at Balcony House. Discover the Ancestral Puebloans’ secrets as you drive through this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Delicate Arch Trail (Bonus): Enhance your trip to Arches National Park with this self-guided walking tour of the Delicate Arch Trail. This iconic trail leads to Delicate Arch, the famous freestanding arch that defines Arches National Park. Along the way, you’ll discover a historic ranch, ancient Ute petroglyphs, and plenty of amazing views. This 2-mile hike is manageable for almost all levels of experience, and is the best way to get up close and personal with the beauty of this amazing park.
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How Does It Work?
- Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
- Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. If there are multiple versions or entrances for your tour, be sure to download all audio guides.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, and bring headphones on walking tours. CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. We are working with Apple for a resolution.
- To begin touring, go to the starting point and launch the app.
- The audio starts automatically once you reach the starting point. Stick to the tour route and speed limit for the best experience.
- Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
Preview The Tour
Inclusions and Exclusions
App on your phone: A link to download the Action Tour Guide App and Password for your tours.
Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Valid for multiple visits up to 1 year after purchase.
Interactive audio stories: Experience local history and culture through clear, concise narratives from experienced narrators.
At your own pace: No group. Take breaks for photos, snacks, hikes. Go at your own pace.
Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated videos, text, and hidden gems.
Transportation, parking fees, food, and drinks.
Entry tickets or reservations to any attractions along the route.
Car Rental: Please arrange a rental car at the closest airport or train station.
