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Utah: Fall Color, History & National Parks

Introduction
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September 28 - October 4, 2026 / Portland - Salt Lake City - Las Vegas

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Welcome to Utah!

Experience Utah at its most beautiful on this fall journey through mountains, canyons, and national parks. From the golden aspens of the Wasatch Mountains and a scenic chairlift ride at Sundance to the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon and the towering cliffs of Zion, this thoughtfully paced tour blends stunning scenery with regional history and comfortable travel. With excellent accommodations, included meals, and OregonWest’s signature small-group style, this weeklong adventure offers a seamless and memorable way to explore the best of Utah in autumn.

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Discounted Tour Pricing - Book by March 15, 2026!!

Pricing for this 7 Day, 6 Night Tour:

Single Occupancy: $4699 per person

Double Occupancy: $3999 per person

***These prices are good for the initial booking period. To secure these prices, a deposit must be received by March 15, 2026. After this day, prices will increase to $4999 for Single Occupancy and $4299 for Double Occupancy.

Journey Highlights

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At a glance

Day 1 - Welcome to Salt Lake City

28-Sep-2026
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Arrive in Salt Lake City and Orientation

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Portland

Salt Lake City

Our Utah adventure begins with a late-morning flight from Portland to Salt Lake City, where our motorcoach will be waiting.

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Hotel check-in

After arriving mid-afternoon, we will settle into our downtown hotel with time to settle before dinner.

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Welcome Dinner

This evening, we gather for a welcome dinner at a downtown restaurant and then drive past some of Salt Lake City's notable sites before returning to the hotel.

Day 2 - Utah’s Story: Capitol & Natural History

29-Sep-2026
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Discover Utah’s Capitol and Natural History Museum

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Utah State Capitol visit

We begin our day at the beautiful Utah State Capitol, where we will learn about the state’s history, government, and early settlement while enjoying sweeping views over the city.

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Lunch

Lunch included.
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Lunch near University of Utah

We then head toward the University of Utah area for lunch before visiting the acclaimed Natural History Museum of Utah.
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Natural History Museum of Utah

This outstanding museum brings the region’s geology, wildlife, and cultural history to life through engaging exhibits.
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International Peace Gardens stop

Later this afternoon, we will enjoy a short stop at the International Peace Gardens before returning to the hotel to relax.

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Dinner in downtown Salt Lake City

Dinner this evening is within walking distance of our hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.
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Dinner

Dinner included.

Day 3 - Sundance & Scenic Fall Color Drive

30-Sep-2026
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Sundance Resort, Chairlift Ride, and Provo Canyon

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Travel to Sundance Resort

Today we travel into the Wasatch Mountains to beautiful Sundance Resort.
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Scenic Chairlift Ride at Sundance

Here we will enjoy a scenic chairlift ride for panoramic views of alpine forests and autumn color.

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Lunch at Sundance Resort (at leisure)

After time to explore and have lunch at your leisure, we return to Salt Lake City via scenic Provo Canyon.
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Scenic Drive via Provo Canyon

We return to Salt Lake City via scenic Provo Canyon, known for its waterfalls and golden aspens.
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Stop at Bridal Veil Falls

We’ll make a stop at Bridal Veil Falls before heading back to the hotel.
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Dinner in downtown Salt Lake City

Dinner is included this evening in downtown Salt Lake City.
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Dinner

Dinner included.

Day 4 - Park City & Guardsman Pass

01-Oct-2026
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Park City, Olympic Park, and Guardsman Pass Drive

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Travel to Park City

This morning we travel to Park City, host of the 2002 Winter Olympics.
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Visit Utah Olympic Park

We’ll visit Utah Olympic Park before continuing to historic Main Street for free time to browse galleries, shops, and cafés.
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Free time on Main Street

Free time to browse galleries, shops, and cafés on historic Main Street.
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Lunch on your own

After lunch on your own, we enjoy a spectacular fall-color drive over Guardsman Pass, one of Utah’s most scenic mountain routes.
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Scenic Drive over Guardsman Pass

We enjoy a spectacular fall-color drive over Guardsman Pass, one of Utah’s most scenic mountain routes.
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Return to Salt Lake City

We return to Salt Lake City late afternoon for time to rest before dinner together this evening.
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Dinner

Dinner together this evening.

Day 5 - Bryce Canyon National Park and Hoodoos

02-Oct-2026
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Explore Bryce Canyon's Hoodoos and Stargazing

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Depart Salt Lake City for Bryce Canyon

After breakfast we depart Salt Lake City and begin our journey south into Utah’s canyon country.
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Visit Territorial Statehouse Museum in Fillmore

We’ll stop in Fillmore to visit the Territorial Statehouse Museum and enjoy lunch before continuing toward Bryce Canyon.
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Lunch

Lunch included.
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Arrive at hotel near Bryce Canyon

By mid-afternoon we arrive at our hotel near the park.
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Explore Bryce Canyon National Park

Later, we enter Bryce Canyon National Park to explore its remarkable hoodoo formations and sweeping viewpoints, especially beautiful in the late-day light.
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Dinner

Dinner Included

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Evening stargazing

After dinner, it will be time to do some guided stargazing under Bryce’s famously dark skies.

Day 6 - Cedar Breaks & Zion Gateway

03-Oct-2026
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Cedar Breaks Views and Arrival at Zion Gateway

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Travel to Cedar Breaks National Monument

This morning we travel to Cedar Breaks National Monument, perched more than 10,000 feet above sea level.
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Scenic Overlooks at Cedar Breaks

From scenic overlooks, we’ll enjoy expansive views of the colorful amphitheater and surrounding high-country landscapes.
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Lunch

After lunch, we continue south toward Springdale, the gateway town to Zion National Park.
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Continue to Springdale (Zion Gateway)

After lunch, we continue south toward Springdale, the gateway town to Zion National Park.
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Hotel Check-in in Springdale

We’ll check into our hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening together with dinner in town.
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Dinner in Springdale

Enjoy a relaxed evening together with dinner in town.

Day 7 - Zion National Park & Journey Home

04-Oct-2026
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Scenic Zion Canyon and Departure for Home

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Breakfast

Breakfast included.
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Visit Zion National Park

We head into Zion National Park and board the park shuttle for a scenic ride through Zion Canyon, where towering cliffs and dramatic rock formations create one of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest.
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Lunch on your own

After time to enjoy the views and have lunch on your own, we depart for Las Vegas.
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Depart for Las Vegas Airport

We arrive at the airport mid-afternoon for our flight home to Portland, filled with memories of Utah’s mountains, history, and breathtaking national parks.
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1. Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

2. Utah State Capitol

350 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, USA

3. Natural History Museum of Utah

301 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA

4. International Peace Gardens

1060 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104, USA

5. Sundance Resort

8841 N Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, Sundance, UT 84604, USA

6. Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls, Provo Canyon, UT 84604, USA

7. Park City

Park City, UT, USA

8. Utah Olympic Park

3419 Olympic Pkwy, Park City, UT 84098, USA

9. Main Street, Park City

Main St, Park City, UT 84060, USA

10. Guardsman Pass

Guardsman Pass, UT 84121, USA

11. Territorial Statehouse Museum

50 W Capitol Ave, Fillmore, UT 84631, USA

12. Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park, UT 84764, USA

13. Cedar Breaks National Monument

Cedar Breaks National Monument, UT 84719, USA

14. Springdale (Zion Gateway)

Springdale, UT 84767, USA

15. Zion National Park

Zion National Park, UT 84737, USA

16. Las Vegas Airport

Harry Reid International Airport, 5757 Wayne Newton Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA