Pre-trip travel day. Marissa flies from Philadelphia to Las Vegas ahead of the family to get settled.
- Depart: Philadelphia (PHL) - 3:56 PM
- Arrive: Las Vegas (LAS)
- Flight Reference: HGBFBP
Wynn Las Vegas
Checking in and relaxing after the flight.
Marissa handles work responsibilities from the Wynn while the family maintains normal routine back home.
- Marissa: Remote work day from Wynn
- Kids: Regular school day in Philadelphia
Wynn Las Vegas
The whole family comes together! Kyle and the kids fly from Philadelphia to Las Vegas to join Marissa at the Wynn.
- Morning: Work / school in Philadelphia
- Depart: Philadelphia (PHL) - 3:56 PM
- Arrive: Las Vegas (LAS)
- Uber to Wynn Las Vegas
Wynn Las Vegas
Family reunion! Everyone together for the adventure.
A relaxing day to recover from travel and enjoy the Wynn's luxurious pool facilities before hitting the road.
- Chill Vegas day at the pool
- Family time at the Wynn
- Explore the resort
- Prepare for road trip adventure
Wynn Las Vegas
Last night in Vegas before the Utah adventure!
The road trip begins! Pick up the rental car and head northeast through stunning desert landscapes to Utah.
- Morning: Pick up rental car (Sixt Fullsize SUV)
- 2 hours drive to St. George area
- Afternoon: Hiking at Snow Canyon State Park
- 1 hour drive to Springdale
- Check into accommodation
Cable Mountain Lodge - Springdale, UT
Gateway to Zion National Park
A full day exploring the majestic red cliffs and canyons of Zion National Park. One of America's most stunning national parks!
- Full day in Zion National Park
- Zion Canyon shuttle system
- Family-friendly hikes and viewpoints
- Explore Springdale town
Cable Mountain Lodge - Springdale, UT
Second night at our Zion base
Journey into Arizona through breathtaking desert scenery, ending with a sunset at the iconic Horseshoe Bend.
- 2.5 hour drive from Springdale to Page, AZ
- (*Bonus) Checkerboard Mesa - 15 min from Zion, unique cross-hatched rock pattern
- (*Bonus) Red Canyon / Dixie National Forest - hoodoos without the Bryce crowds
- (*Bonus) Belly of the Dragon - fun drainage tunnel walk, kids love it
- (*Bonus) Wahweap Overlook - first stunning view of Lake Powell
- Check into Airbnb
- Rest and explore Page
- Evening: Sunset at Horseshoe Bend 🌅
Cactus Cowboy Airbnb - Page, AZ
Base for exploring Lake Powell & Antelope Canyon
An action-packed day with the famous light beams of Lower Antelope Canyon and boating on beautiful Lake Powell!
- 10:30 AM: Lower Antelope Canyon tour (Ken's Tours)
- Afternoon: Lake Powell pontoon boat rental
- Swimming and water activities
- Optional: Return to Horseshoe Bend
Cactus Cowboy Airbnb - Page, AZ
Second night in Page
Drive through stunning red rock country to Kanab, Utah's "Little Hollywood", with a stop at the magical Coral Pink Sand Dunes.
- 75 min drive from Page to Kanab
- (*Bonus) Toadstool Hoodoos Trail - 1.8 mile easy hike, alien rock formations
- (*Bonus) Big Water Visitor Center - dinosaur tracks, Grand Staircase info
- (*Bonus) Paria Movie Set - historic Old West town, quick photo stop
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
- Play in the pink/orange sand!
- (*Bonus) Moqui Cave - natural history museum, cool in summer
- Dinner at Wild Thyme restaurant 🍽️
Timber & Tin Airbnb - Kanab, UT
One night in charming Kanab
Final full day of adventure! Enjoy morning time near Kanab before driving to St. George for the last night.
- Morning: Time near Kanab (explore town, last views)
- (*Bonus) Best Friends Animal Sanctuary - free tours, visit animals
- (*Bonus) Johnson Canyon Trail - easy slot canyon hike, less crowded than Antelope
- 90 min drive to St. George
- (*Bonus) Grafton Ghost Town - historic pioneer town, film location
- (*Bonus) Rockville Bridge - historic steel bridge over Virgin River
- Settle into hotel
- Rest before travel day
Staybridge Suites - St. George, UT
Convenient location for early departure tomorrow
Adventure complete! Drive back to Las Vegas for the flight home, filled with incredible memories of Utah and Arizona.
- Morning: 2 hour drive from St. George to Las Vegas
- Return rental car
- 1:00 PM: American Airlines flight to Philadelphia
- Evening: Arrive home! 🏠
- ✨ Zion National Park
- ✨ Horseshoe Bend sunset
- ✨ Lower Antelope Canyon
- ✨ Lake Powell boating
- ✨ Coral Pink Sand Dunes
- ✨ Quality family time!
What an incredible journey through the American Southwest! 🌵🏜️🌄