- 10+ Guests Price as advertised*
- 8-9 Guests +$500 per person to trip price*
- 6-7 Guests +$1,000 per person to trip price*
- 4-5 Guests +$1,500 per person to trip price*
- 2-3 Guests +$2,500 per person to trip price*
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Best Western Abbey Inn at 8:00 AM on the first day of the trip. Once everyone has arrived, you will be introduced to the beauty of Utah on a scenic 4 1/2 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 226 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.
Boulder to Burr Trail Return
Approximately 34 miles with 3,000 feet of climbing
Boulder Mountain Lodge
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 or continue riding 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 shuttle to the hotel for an afternoon nap or a stroll along the rim of the Bryce Canyon amphitheater. 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 at the historic Lodge at Bryce Canyon. Take this opportunity to grab an early or late meal and catch sunset over the hoodoos before or after.
Boulder to Bryce Canyon (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point, and Tropic to Bryce City)
Approximately 53 miles with 3,100 feet of climbing
Boulder to Bryce Canyon (with shuttle from Escalante to Bryce City)
Approximately 33 miles with 2,440 feet of climbing
Boulder to Bryce Canyon (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point)
Approximately 60 miles with 4,420 feet of climbing
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon
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. 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 read that book tucked away in your bag or play games in the Lodge. 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.
Bryce to Rainbow Point Return
Approximately 32 miles with 2,600 feet of climbing
Bryce to Rainbow Point (with shuttle)
Approximately 16 miles with 1,800 feet of climbing
Hike in Bryce Canyon National Park
Navajo Trail or Queens Garden Loop Trail
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Today’s route leaves behind the pink cliffs and spires of Bryce Canyon National Park and takes you to the sheer rock faces of Zion National Park. You’ll ride through the stunning landscape of Red Canyon on a bicycle path, so keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife. Along the way you'll stop for a quick picnic lunch at the Zion Mountain Ranch before descending into Zion National Park. Have your camera ready to catch your first view of Zion’s stunning sandstone summits and rugged peaks. You’ll follow the ribbon of road past the Checkerboard Mesa to the Zion Tunnel and descend switchbacks along the canyon wall to the Virgin River and on to the town of Springdale. If you are feeling up for more miles at the end of the day you may ride into Zion Canyon before making your way to Springdale. 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.
Bryce Canyon to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch)
Approximately 37 miles with 1,070 feet of climbing
Bryce Canyon to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch, Zion Tunnel to Springdale)
Approximately 32 miles with 950 feet of climbing
Bryce Canyon to Temple of Sinawava to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch)
Approximately 50 miles with 1,760 feet of climbing
Flanigan's Inn
Breakfast | Lunch
Hiking offers an intimate way to enjoy Zion's diverse and expansive trail system, and today is your opportunity to explore the Park on your own on foot. You may discover the fabled Virgin River Narrows (water level permitting) and hike through clear water beneath towering rock walls. If you are undaunted by heights, tackle the awesome Angels Landing or the challenging Observation Point Trail, or select a shorter walk to Weeping Rock or the Emerald Pools. Whatever you decide, your guides will be available to provide suggestions and information and provide lunch for you to take on the trail. If you prefer to get another ride in today, we have the perfect spin up to the Zion Tunnel for you. 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 margaritas before a great Mexican dinner at this Springdale mainstay and local's favorite.
Hike in Zion National Park
Virgin River Narrows, Angels Landing, Observation Point Trail or a variety of other options
Springdale to Zion Tunnel Return
Approximately 11 miles with 1,200 feet of climbing
Flanigan's Inn
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
On your last morning, you’ll cycle past Zion’s most notable monuments—The Watchman, Court of the Patriarchs, Angels Landing 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.
Springdale to Temple of Sinawava Return
Approximately 17 miles with 1,180 feet of climbing
Breakfast
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Best Western Abbey Inn at 8:00 AM on the first day of the trip. Once everyone has arrived, you will be introduced to the beauty of Utah on a scenic 4 1/2 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 226 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.
Boulder to Burr Trail Return
Approximately 34 miles with 3,000 feet of climbing
Boulder Mountain Lodge
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 or continue riding 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 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.
Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point, Tropic to Bryce City)
Approximately 49 miles with 2,700 feet of climbing
Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Bryce City)
Approximately 29 miles with 2,030 feet of climbing
Boulder to Bryce City (with shuttle from Escalante to Powell Point)
Approximately 57 miles with 4,020 feet of climbing
Best Western Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel
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. 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 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.
Bryce City to Rainbow Point Return
Approximately 41 miles with 3,020 feet of climbing
Bryce City to Rainbow Point with shuttle
Approximately 21 miles with 2,230 feet of climbing
Hike in Bryce Canyon National Park
Navajo Trail or Queens Garden Loop Trail
Best Western Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Today’s route leaves behind the pink cliffs and spires of Bryce Canyon National Park and takes you to the sheer rock faces of Zion National Park. You’ll ride through the stunning landscape of Red Canyon on a bicycle path, so keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife. Along the way you'll stop for a quick picnic lunch at the Zion Mountain Ranch before descending into Zion National Park. Have your camera ready to catch your first view of Zion’s stunning sandstone summits and rugged peaks. You’ll follow the ribbon of road past the Checkerboard Mesa to the Zion Tunnel and descend switchbacks along the canyon wall to the Virgin River and on to the town of Springdale. If you are feeling up for more miles at the end of the day you may ride into Zion Canyon before making your way to Springdale. 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.
Bryce City to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch)
Approximately 42 miles with 1,500 feet of climbing
Bryce City to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch, Zion Tunnel to Springdale)
Approximately 37 miles with 1,400 feet of climbing
Bryce City to Temple of Sinawava to Springdale (with shuttle from Red Canyon to Zion Mountain Ranch)
Approximately 55 miles with 2,200 feet of climbing
Flanigan's Inn
Breakfast | Lunch
Hiking offers an intimate way to enjoy Zion's diverse and expansive trail system, and today is your opportunity to explore the Park on your own on foot. You may discover the fabled Virgin River Narrows (water level permitting) and hike through clear water beneath towering rock walls. If you are undaunted by heights, tackle the awesome Angels Landing or the challenging Observation Point Trail, or select a shorter walk to Weeping Rock or the Emerald Pools. Whatever you decide, your guides will be available to provide suggestions and information and provide lunch for you to take on the trail. If you prefer to get another ride in today, we have the perfect spin up to the Zion Tunnel for you. 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 margaritas before a great Mexican dinner at this Springdale mainstay and local's favorite.
Hike in Zion National Park
Virgin River Narrows, Angels Landing, Observation Point Trail or a variety of other options
Springdale to Zion Tunnel Return
Approximately 11 miles with 1,200 feet of climbing
Flanigan's Inn
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
On your last morning, you’ll cycle past Zion’s most notable monuments—The Watchman, Court of the Patriarchs, Angels Landing 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.
Springdale to Temple of Sinawava Return
Approximately 17 miles with 1,180 feet of climbing
Breakfast
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See itinerary for specific daily ride distances and elevation options. On all of our vacations, Trek Travel strives 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.
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the trip start, 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. Or you can 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. Please note that the St. George Airport will be closed to all flights from May 29-Sept. 26, 2019, for a runway repair and replacement project. Guests needing to travel to St. George during this time frame will need to fly into Las Vegas and follow the instructions below.
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 trip. 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 $10/day or $50 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.
View our pre hotel recommendationsYou will say farewell to your guides at 11:00 AM at Flanigan's Inn. You'll then shuttle 1 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.
On those trips when the St. George Airport is closed for runway repairs (May 29 through September 26, 2019) Trek Travel will offer a drop-off at the St. George Shuttle office instead of the airport. You should expect to arrive at the St. George Shuttle office around 12:00 PM.
View our post hotel recommendationsBryce & Zion enjoy a desert climate, meaning generally warm to hot during the day (60-100F) but it 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
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:
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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