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Iconic National Parks of Utah

The rugged, stunningly beautiful landscape of southwest Utah has been capturing hearts for generations. The explorers, authors, and artists who've encountered these red rock canyons and sandstone cliffs have found inspiration enough to last a lifetime, and you too will find your soul touched by this incredible place on our Bryce Canyon and Zion Bike Tour. You will begin by riding through part of the expansive Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and continue through two of Utah’s iconic national parks: Bryce Canyon and Zion. These fantastic destinations provide a stunning backdrop for an unforgettable bicycling vacation of a lifetime. Book your trip with confidence »
Bryce & Zion Bike Tour
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6 Days & 5 Nights
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Marvel at the bulbous hoodoo spires of Bryce Canyon National Park and the deep sandstone canyons of Zion National Park
Refuel with locally-sourced Southwestern cuisine, including farm-fresh meats served with hearty combinations of corn, rice, and beans spiced with chili peppers.
Discover centuries of ancestral Puebloan culture and history as well as tales of modern folk heroes such as Butch Cassidy and the Wild Bunch Gang
Cycle past millions of years of geologic history in the colorful sedimentary rock layers of the Colorado Plateau
Explore the canyons and peaks of Zion National Park on foot with a chance to hike through the Virgin River Narrows
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The best customer service. This was our 3rd Trek travel vacation and you continue to exceed our expectations. The guides you have are the best customer service people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. We are looking forward to our next adventure with Trek Travel. 
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Day To Day

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Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Best Western Abbey Inn at 8:00 AM on the first day of the Bryce & Zion Bike Tour. Once everyone has arrived, you will be introduced to the beauty of Utah on a scenic four and a half hour shuttle to the Boulder Mountain Lodge. Following a delicious lunch, your Trek Travel guides will lead you in a short round of introductions and will talk bike safety for riding in Utah and its national parks. They’ll introduce you to your Trek bike for the week and will make sure you have a comfortable fit before you head out to explore the mystical landscape. Natural beauty abounds as you ride the Burr Trail through the red Wingate sandstone walls of Long Canyon to a heart-stopping view across the canyonlands sprawling to the eastern horizon. Tonight you and your new travel companions will meet at Hell’s Backbone Grill for a social hour and dinner. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is the creation of chef-owners Jen Castle and Blake Spalding. Located in one of the most remote towns in the US (population 270 at last check) and supplied by Jen and Blake’s own no-harm organic farm, Hell’s Backbone Grill is a bright spot on the culinary map. These James Beard Award nominees and winners of numerous awards including Best Restaurant in Utah (Salt Lake Magazine, 2017) are sure to serve up one of the most memorable meals of your trip.

Featured meal:
Hell's Backbone Grill & Farm
In the tiny, remote town of Boulder you may be surprised to find one of Utah's most highly acclaimed restaurants. But Hell's Backbone Grill is more than the impressive list of awards it has won-- this unique place is a testament to how two impassioned people can bring a beautiful vision of sustainability and community into reality. Blake and Jen, the chef-owners of HBG, have been welcoming guests of Trek Travel for over a decade with warm smiles, lively tales, and incredible food at the end of the long first day of the trip. Hell's Backbone Grill is truly a special place in the world and we are honored to bring you here. Photo by Ace Kvale.
Today's Ride:

Boulder to Burr Trail Return
Approximately 33 mi | 53 km and 2,844 ft | 867 m

Hotel:

Boulder Mountain Lodge

Included Meals:

Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner

Today you’ll ride among the ridges, mesas, and valleys of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, along one of the most scenic byways in the United States. Views stretch in every direction as you cruise across the Hogsback Ridge and drop down to the green, shady Calf Creek drainage. From here, you’ll ride into Escalante, the gateway to the National Monument. Stop for a quick stretch break before shuttling to today's lunch spot, Powell Point Overlook. Sweeping views of red rock formations extend as far as the eye can see, and you are welcome to enjoy lunch as you take it all in. After lunch, there is plenty of riding on tap or you can decide to shuttle to the hotel for an afternoon nap or a dip in the pool. Either way, you’ll be welcomed by expansive views of the Aquarius Plateau and the red, pink, and white sandstone chimneys of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. This evening you will enjoy dinner on your own in the small community of Bryce Canyon City or your guides will offer a shuttle into the Park for dining at the historic Lodge at Bryce Canyon.

Today's Ride:

Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point, Tropic to Bryce City)
Approximately 48 mi | 77 km and 2,640 ft | 805 m

Short Option:

Powell Point to Tropic (with shuttle Boulder to Powell Point)
Approximately 20 mi | 32 km and 660 ft | 201 m

Avid Option:

Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point)
Approximately 57 mi | 91 km and 4,018 ft | 1,225 m

Hotel:

Best Western PLUS Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch

It’s your day to uncover the treasures of Bryce Canyon National Park. In the morning, you’ll enjoy an out-and-back ride through the park along the rim of Bryce Canyon. Pause to take pictures at the many scenic overlooks with spectacular views of the hoodoos and natural arches. For more mileage, add Paria, Bryce and Inspiration Points for more incredible scenery. You’ll be spoiled at lunchtime by a gourmet picnic, set up by your Trek Travel guides. Afterward, your guides will help you plan a free afternoon of exploring the canyon by foot. This is a great chance to get up close to the geologic wonders of Bryce Canyon and, of course, there’s always the option to just relax and read that book tucked away in your bag. Whatever you choose, your Trek Travel guides are a great resource to make it happen. After the explorations of the afternoon, you will shuttle for a delicious upscale dinner at the Stone Hearth Grille, a small locally-owned restaurant housed in a former bed and breakfast just outside the town of Tropic.

Today's Ride:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point Return
Approximately 41 mi | 66 km and 3,130 ft | 954 m

Short Option:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point with shuttle
Approximately 21 mi | 33 km and 2,230 ft | 679 m

Avid Option:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point Return with Paria, Bryce and Inspiration Point
Approximately 46 mi | 74 km and 3,605 ft | 1099 m

Hotel:

Best Western PLUS Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

This morning, we set out for a memorable hike in Bryce Canyon. We hike down, via switchbacks, along narrow walls of colorful limestone with views of towering Douglas-fir trees and the park’s iconic hoodoos. These irregular columns of rock can be found on every continent, but Bryce Canyon has the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Our hike comes across the park's most famous hoodoo: Thor's hammer. After our hike, we shuttle to Cordwood where we will enjoy lunch before descending into Zion National Park. Have your camera ready to catch your first view of Zion’s stunning sandstone summits and rugged peaks. We shuttle along the road past the Checkerboard Mesa to the Zion Tunnel. After the tunnel, we’re ready to pedal our way down switchbacks and on to a scenic road that leads us to the Temple of Sinawava. From here, we’ll continue on to our hotel in the town of Springdale. Afterwards, we gather our necessary gear in preparation for our hike through the Narrows tomorrow. Tonight you’ll stay at Flanigan's Inn, a quiet retreat near the gates of Zion. Scout local dining establishments on your own, such as Oscar's or the Spotted Dog Café, or feel free to branch out and find a new spot.

Today's Activity:

Morning hike in Bryce Canyon National Park
Navajo Trail or Queens Garden Loop Trail

Today's Ride:

Zion Descent after shuttle / Temple of Sinawava to Flanigan's Inn (with shuttle from Bryce City to the west side of the tunnel)
Approximately 17 mi | 27 km and 846 ft | 240 m

Short Option:

Zion Descent to Flanigan's Inn (with shuttle from Bryce City to the west side of the tunnel)
Approximately 5 mi | 8km and 116 ft | 35 m

Hotel:

Flanigan's Inn

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch

Hiking offers an intimate way to enjoy Zion through its diverse and expansive trail system, and today is your opportunity to hike the Virgin River Narrows (water level permitting). If you elect to hike the Narrows, Trek Travel will provide a rental package that includes specially designed water shoes and information for your hike. This afternoon, opt to explore more of the park on one of many breathtaking trails that await, such as Watchman Trail, Lower and Upper Emerald Pools, or Sand Bench Trail. Whatever you decide, your guides will be available to provide suggestions and information and provide lunch for you to take on the trail. You’ll spend your final evening together reminiscing over the week’s adventures at the Bit and Spur restaurant. Challenge your guides to a game of pool over tasty margaritas before a great Mexican dinner at this Springdale mainstay and local's favorite.

Today's Activity:

Hike in Zion National Park
Virgin River Narrows or a variety of other options

Hotel:

Flanigan's Inn

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner

On the last morning of your Bryce & Zion Bike Tour, you’ll cycle past Zion’s most notable monuments—The Watchman, Court of the Patriarchs, and Weeping Rock—arriving at the Temple of Sinawava, where the canyon road gives way to the Virgin River. Enjoy the cool and quiet of the morning deep inside the canyon, while the sun is still high on the cliff walls. Or, take the morning to sleep in and indulge with much-deserved rest before check-out.

Today's Ride:

Springdale to Temple of Sinawava Return
Approximately 17 mi | 27 km and 1,101 ft | 336 m

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Best Western Abbey Inn at 8:00 AM on the first day of the Bryce & Zion Bike Tour. Once everyone has arrived, you will be introduced to the beauty of Utah on a scenic four and a half hour shuttle to the Boulder Mountain Lodge. Following a delicious lunch, your Trek Travel guides will lead you in a short round of introductions and will talk bike safety for riding in Utah and its national parks. They’ll introduce you to your Trek bike for the week and will make sure you have a comfortable fit before you head out to explore the mystical landscape. Natural beauty abounds as you ride the Burr Trail through the red Wingate sandstone walls of Long Canyon to a heart-stopping view across the canyonlands sprawling to the eastern horizon. Tonight you and your new travel companions will meet at Hell’s Backbone Grill for a social hour and dinner. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is the creation of chef-owners Jen Castle and Blake Spalding. Located in one of the most remote towns in the US (population 270 at last check) and supplied by Jen and Blake’s own no-harm organic farm, Hell’s Backbone Grill is a bright spot on the culinary map. These James Beard Award nominees and winners of numerous awards including Best Restaurant in Utah (Salt Lake Magazine, 2017) are sure to serve up one of the most memorable meals of your trip.

Featured meal:
Hell's Backbone Grill & Farm
In the tiny, remote town of Boulder you may be surprised to find one of Utah's most highly acclaimed restaurants. But Hell's Backbone Grill is more than the impressive list of awards it has won-- this unique place is a testament to how two impassioned people can bring a beautiful vision of sustainability and community into reality. Blake and Jen, the chef-owners of HBG, have been welcoming guests of Trek Travel for over a decade with warm smiles, lively tales, and incredible food at the end of the long first day of the trip. Hell's Backbone Grill is truly a special place in the world and we are honored to bring you here. Photo by Ace Kvale.
Today's Ride:

Boulder to Burr Trail Return
Approximately 33 mi | 53 km and 2,844 ft | 867 m

Hotel:

Boulder Mountain Lodge

Included Meals:

Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner

Today you’ll ride among the ridges, mesas, and valleys of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, along one of the most scenic byways in the United States. Views stretch in every direction as you cruise across the Hogsback Ridge and drop down to the green, shady Calf Creek drainage. From here, you’ll ride into Escalante, the gateway to the National Monument. Stop for a quick stretch break before shuttling to today's lunch spot, Powell Point Overlook. Sweeping views of red rock formations extend as far as the eye can see, and you are welcome to enjoy lunch as you take it all in. After lunch, there is plenty of riding on tap or you can decide to shuttle to the hotel for an afternoon nap or a dip in the pool. Either way, you’ll be welcomed by expansive views of the Aquarius Plateau and the red, pink, and white sandstone chimneys of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. This evening you will enjoy dinner on your own in the small community of Bryce Canyon City or your guides will offer a shuttle into the Park for dining at the historic Lodge at Bryce Canyon.

Today's Ride:

Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point, Tropic to Bryce City)
Approximately 48 mi | 77 km and 2,640 ft | 805 m

Short Option:

Powell Point to Tropic (with shuttle Boulder to Powell Point)
Approximately 20 mi | 32 km and 660 ft | 201 m

Avid Option:

Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point)
Approximately 57 mi | 91 km and 4,018 ft | 1,225 m

Hotel:

Best Western PLUS Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch

It’s your day to uncover the treasures of Bryce Canyon National Park. In the morning, you’ll enjoy an out-and-back ride through the park along the rim of Bryce Canyon. Pause to take pictures at the many scenic overlooks with spectacular views of the hoodoos and natural arches. For more mileage, add Paria, Bryce and Inspiration Points for more incredible scenery. You’ll be spoiled at lunchtime by a gourmet picnic, set up by your Trek Travel guides. Afterward, your guides will help you plan a free afternoon of exploring the canyon by foot. This is a great chance to get up close to the geologic wonders of Bryce Canyon and, of course, there’s always the option to just relax and read that book tucked away in your bag. Whatever you choose, your Trek Travel guides are a great resource to make it happen. After the explorations of the afternoon, you will shuttle for a delicious upscale dinner at the Stone Hearth Grille, a small locally-owned restaurant housed in a former bed and breakfast just outside the town of Tropic.

Today's Ride:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point Return
Approximately 41 mi | 66 km and 3,130 ft | 954 m

Short Option:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point with shuttle
Approximately 21 mi | 33 km and 2,230 ft | 679 m

Avid Option:

Bryce City to Rainbow Point Return with Paria, Bryce and Inspiration Point
Approximately 46 mi | 74 km and 3,605 ft | 1099 m

Hotel:

Best Western PLUS Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

This morning, we set out for a memorable hike in Bryce Canyon. We hike down, via switchbacks, along narrow walls of colorful limestone with views of towering Douglas-fir trees and the park’s iconic hoodoos. These irregular columns of rock can be found on every continent, but Bryce Canyon has the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Our hike comes across the park's most famous hoodoo: Thor's hammer. After our hike, we shuttle to Cordwood where we will enjoy lunch before descending into Zion National Park. Have your camera ready to catch your first view of Zion’s stunning sandstone summits and rugged peaks. We shuttle along the road past the Checkerboard Mesa to the Zion Tunnel. After the tunnel, we’re ready to pedal our way down switchbacks and on to a scenic road that leads us to the Temple of Sinawava. From here, we’ll continue on to our hotel in the town of Springdale. Afterwards, we gather our necessary gear in preparation for our hike through the Narrows tomorrow. Tonight you’ll stay at Flanigan's Inn, a quiet retreat near the gates of Zion. Scout local dining establishments on your own, such as Oscar's or the Spotted Dog Café, or feel free to branch out and find a new spot.

Today's Activity:

Morning hike in Bryce Canyon National Park
Navajo Trail or Queens Garden Loop Trail

Today's Ride:

Zion Descent after shuttle / Temple of Sinawava to Flanigan's Inn (with shuttle from Bryce City to the west side of the tunnel)
Approximately 17 mi | 27 km and 846 ft | 240 m

Short Option:

Zion Descent to Flanigan's Inn (with shuttle from Bryce City to the west side of the tunnel)
Approximately 5 mi | 8km and 116 ft | 35 m

Hotel:

Flanigan's Inn

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch

Hiking offers an intimate way to enjoy Zion through its diverse and expansive trail system, and today is your opportunity to hike the Virgin River Narrows (water level permitting). If you elect to hike the Narrows, Trek Travel will provide a rental package that includes specially designed water shoes and information for your hike. This afternoon, opt to explore more of the park on one of many breathtaking trails that await, such as Watchman Trail, Lower and Upper Emerald Pools, or Sand Bench Trail. Whatever you decide, your guides will be available to provide suggestions and information and provide lunch for you to take on the trail. You’ll spend your final evening together reminiscing over the week’s adventures at the Bit and Spur restaurant. Challenge your guides to a game of pool over tasty margaritas before a great Mexican dinner at this Springdale mainstay and local's favorite.

Today's Activity:

Hike in Zion National Park
Virgin River Narrows or a variety of other options

Hotel:

Flanigan's Inn

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner

On the last morning of your Bryce & Zion Bike Tour, you’ll cycle past Zion’s most notable monuments—The Watchman, Court of the Patriarchs, and Weeping Rock—arriving at the Temple of Sinawava, where the canyon road gives way to the Virgin River. Enjoy the cool and quiet of the morning deep inside the canyon, while the sun is still high on the cliff walls. Or, take the morning to sleep in and indulge with much-deserved rest before check-out.

Today's Ride:

Springdale to Temple of Sinawava Return
Approximately 17 mi | 27 km and 1,101 ft | 336 m

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Hotels

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Boulder Mountain Lodge

Boulder, Utah

Explorer Accommodation | Situated in the heart of Utah’s canyon country, the Boulder Mountain Lodge boasts an award-winning restaurant, outdoor hot tub, natural well water straight from the tap, and a fire pit from which to enjoy the amazing view of the desert night sky.
www.Boulder-Utah.com
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Best Western PLUS Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel

Bryce Canyon, Utah

Explorer Accommodation | This spacious hotel is located just a mile from the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park. The newest accommodations near the Park, the hotel offers wi-fi and an outdoor heated swimming pool and whirlpool.
www.brycecanyongrand.com
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Flanigan's Inn

Springdale, Utah

Explorer Accommodation | This modern, sophisticated inn just steps from the Zion National Park entrance boasts a full-service spa with hot-stone, sports recovery and deep-tissue massage, as well as one of the locals' favorite bistros: The Spotted Dog. Everything here is locally-sourced when possible and at the height of freshness. Choose to sit back with a coffee and enjoy the spectacular views. Here, relaxation is your only job.
www.flanigans.com

What's Included

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Every moment of a Trek Travel Utah bike tour has more than you could have ever dreamed. More romance. More scenery. More choice. It's the little additions to every Trek Travel cycling vacation that make it truly special. And that's how we help you create more memories.

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New Trek Domane SL 7 in 2023

New for 2023! Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the Trek Domane is the best way to enjoy the ride. Trek Bikes just launched the all-new Trek Domane and you can ride it on trips in 2023. It raises the bar to deliver incredible endurance road bike comfort without sacrificing performance and features highly responsive disc brakes and electronic shifting. This new bike is lighter than ever before, and carbon wheels come standard on every bike. The road-smoothing IsoSpeed technology lets you ride as long as you want with less fatigue. The bike you ride on a biking vacation matters. That is why we provide the newest and best bikes in the business. Available starting in 2023 trips. Learn More

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Trek Electric-Assist Verve+

With its Low-Step frame design, hopping on and off the Trek Verve+ is super easy. The front suspension will take the edge off any bumps in the road and the Bosch system will keep you smiling from ear to ear. The integrated battery keeps this bike looking sleek as you pedal through amazing terrain. Learn More

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Five nights of accommodation at handpicked hotels
  • Two experienced guides to provide local knowledge, support, and camaraderie
  • Daily route support with both guides and our support van
  • Daily breakfast, five lunches, and three dinners
  • Two social hours of drinks and hors d'oeuvres
  • Ride a Trek Domane SL 7 disc or a Trek Verve+ Electric-Assist hybrid bike
  • Up to three daily route options on riding days
  • Snacks and drinks for each day's ride
  • Trek Travel Bontrager cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Bontrager WaveCel helmets
  • Each bike is equipped with a Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer, a flat pack (containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator), front and rear Bontrager Flare R lights, a Bontrager saddle, and pedals (Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged, or flat pedals)
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • All gratuities for drivers, local experts and hospitality staff
  • All luggage transfers and transportation during your trip
  • A digital photo album of your trip
  • Entrance fees for all activities, private tours and events.

GEAR

  • Trek Domane SL 7 disc carbon road bike with Shimano Di2 electronic shifting or Trek Electric-Assist Verve+, available in a limited quantity
  • Trek Travel Bontrager cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged, or flat pedals
  • Bontrager WaveCel helmet
  • Bontrager men's and women's specific saddles
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Coupon valued up to $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Your coupon will be delivered via email.
  • For the most comfortable ride, you may choose to bring your own pedals, saddle, and helmet on the trip. Your guides will install your gear on the first day of your Utah bike tour during your bike fit.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Guide gratuities are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this trip, we recommend $240-$300 per guest. While local currency is preferred, there are other options to make tipping easier. Most guides accept gratuity via PayPal or Venmo or our staff can help before or after the trip. Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip. 
  • Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations
  • Lodging before and after the trip
  • Personal items purchased during the trip
  • Optional activities not scheduled by Trek Travel
  • On select trips some meals are not included. On these trips, Trek Travel invites you to explore the local cuisine at your leisure.

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Rider Level: 3 - Active?

AVERAGE DAILY MILEAGE:
54 kilometers / 34 miles
TOTAL MILES:
329 kilometers / 205 miles
AVERAGE DAILY ELEVATION:
780 meters / 2,560 feet
TOTAL ELEVATION:
4,684 meters / 15,370 feet
TERRAIN: HILLY
The terrain is varied, from sustained climbing in often windy conditions, to more level riding in cool canyons. The scenery and splendid views make the climbs and the windy conditions worthwhile, but our Utah bike tour is best suited to strong riders. The first three days of the trip are spent between about 6,700 and 9,000 feet elevation, which can make the riding more challenging if you spend most of your time at or near sea level. There are also sections of road that, while offering amazing views, can seem exposed to riders with a fear of heights. Our Bryce Canyon and Zion bike tour is best suited for our Type 3 Riders. Our Trek Travel guides can also easily accommodate Type 2 Riders, who seek less mileage or fewer uphills, with a boost in the van. Type 4 Riders will enjoy the extra mileage the avid route options offer.
NON-RIDING ACTIVITIES:
On most Trek Travel trips, we offer non-riding options for riders who want to take the afternoon off, or travel companions who want to spend little or no time in the saddle. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip–please contact one of our Trip Consultants for more information. Expenses and/or related transportation to these activities may not be included in the trip price. Some non-riding options on our Bryce Canyon and Zion Bike Tour are:
  • Enjoy the peaceful serenity of the Boulder Mountain Lodge
  • Hike among the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Numerous hiking options in the staggering beauty of Zion National Park
  • Shop in Springdale
  • Relax poolside with a view of red rock cliffs at Flanigan's Inn
  • Schedule a spa treatment in Springdale

See itinerary for specific daily ride distances and elevation options. On all of our vacations, Trek Travel seeks to find quiet, paved secondary roads or bike paths to experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Our itineraries are an approximation of our trips. Trek Travel strives to offer every guest a vacation of a lifetime on every trip. At times routes, hotels, activities, etc. listed here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides to improve the trip experience.

Averages and totals are calculated from our "Today’s Ride" options.

Travel Details

How to Get There

FLY INTO:
St. George, Utah (SGU)
MEETING TIME:
8:00 AM
MEETING LOCATION:
Best Western Abbey Inn, St. George, Utah

Say Farewell

FLY OUT OF:
St. George Airport (SGU)
DEPARTING TIME:
12:00 PM
DEPARTING LOCATION:
St. George Airport (SGU), St. George, Utah

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Arriving

We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your Bryce and Zion Bike Tour, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into St. George, Utah (SGU). You can contact the St. George Shuttle (800 933 8320, www.StGShuttle.com) to schedule a taxi ride from the airport to downtown St. George for approximately $25, one way. Taxi USA (435 656 1500) is another taxi service available that can take you from St. George airport to Best Western Abbey Inn for approximately $35. You can also call for a taxi upon arrival at the airport and should expect to pay a similar amount. However, taxis are not necessarily waiting at this small airport so we encourage you to arrange transportation ahead of time for the transfer between the airport and your accommodations.

Alternatively, you may fly into Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) and shuttle approximately 2 hours to St. George. The St. George Shuttle (800 933 8320, www.StGShuttle.com, $39 per person each way or $49 per person for the Executive Shuttle) will drop you off at their office in downtown St. George, and you can take a taxi to your pre-trip accommodations. Or you may contact the St. George Express, which offers door-to-door service from the Las Vegas Airport (435 652 1100, www.stgeorgeexpress.com). Prices vary by the pickup time of the shuttle. When making travel plans from Las Vegas, please note that St. George, Utah is on Mountain Standard Time.

Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Best Western Abbey Inn (1129 S Bluff Street, St. George, UT 84770) at 8:00 AM on the first day of the Bryce and Zion Bike Tour. If you choose to stay at the Abbey Inn the night before your trip, special rates may be available for Trek Travel guests, depending upon your travel dates. Simply mention Trek Travel when you call the hotel to book. For guests driving to the trip start, please note that you may not leave your vehicle at the Abbey Inn during your trip. Instead, you may contact Temple View RV (800-776-6410, please mention that you are with Trek Travel) to reserve a storage space for your vehicle for the duration of your trip. It's $15/day or $65 for 5+ days (up to a month)). Temple View RV is a 0.4 mile walk from the Abbey Inn. Once the luggage has been loaded, you will shuttle 4 1/2 hours to Boulder Mountain Lodge. While on the shuttle, your guides will give you a preview of the day’s ride and commentary on the area. Please have your first day's cycling clothes easily accessible, separate from your luggage. After enjoying a fresh, delicious lunch, you will change into your biking clothes and begin the ride along the scenic Burr Trail.

If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. You will receive an email a week before the trip start with their names and contact details. If you cannot reach them, please call our first hotel, Boulder Mountain Lodge (435 335 7460), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details. It is highly recommended that you do everything within your power to make the scheduled pick-up, as it is very difficult to get to the Lodge on your own. However, if you are in need of private transportation, we suggest you try the St. George Shuttle (800 933 8320, www.StGShuttle.com) to arrange transportation at your own expense.

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Leaving

You will say farewell to your guides at 11:00 AM at Flanigan's Inn on the final day of our Utah bike tour. You'll then shuttle one hour to the St. George Airport (SGU), arriving at approximately 12:00 PM. Please allow adequate connection time for any ongoing travel to accommodate possible traffic delays. If needed, you can alternatively be dropped off at the Abbey Inn or Temple View RV in downtown St. George after the airport drop-offs have been made.

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Planning For Your Trip

On our Bryce Canyon and Zion Bike Tour, you'll enjoy a desert climate, meaning it is generally warm to hot during the day (60-100F) but can get downright cold at night (30-50F), depending upon the month. Light layers and a wind/waterproof shell are good for the day. Warm layers are recommended for the cold nights, especially mid-week when we stay at 8,000 feet elevation. Bring along some cool weather cycling gear just in case. Packing List

Before and After Your Trip

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Before: St. George, Utah

While in St. George, take advantage of the spa treatments at the Amira Spa or enjoy a round of golf at one of the local courses. There are also a range of beautiful hiking options in the region close to St. George that are well worth exploring, and we’d recommend a visit to Snow Canyon, a state park located 11 miles northwest of town, in addition to Zion National Park which you’ll visit on your trip. St. George is not a very walkable town, so if you plan to spend time here we recommend that you rent a car to get around. We recommend the following accommodations for your pre-trip hotel:

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After: Las Vegas, Nevada

For another kind of vacation fun, we recommend spending some extra time in Las Vegas at the beginning or end of your trip to enjoy this iconic city of American decadence. It is approximately a 2 hour drive from our trip start and finish in St. George, Utah to Las Vegas. There are numerous lodging options in Las Vegas from five-star resorts to small casinos. We recommend the following accommodations for your post-trip hotel:

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