Guest Itinerary
(Subject
To Change Without Notice)
Pre-Tour Arrival
- SCOTTSDALE/PHOENIX (Optional)
Arrive Phoenix/Scottsdale
Evening on own.
Day 1– SCOTTSDALE/PHOENIX/WALNUT
CANYON/GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
Depart from our
pre-tour Phoenix hotel via Mini-motorcoach/Van - Phoenix to
Grand Canyon.
Travel north through
the Sonoran desert to Walnut Canyon National Monument.
We will walk in the footsteps of the Sinaguan people who lived
at Walnut Canyon more than 700 years ago when the walls echoed
with the words and sounds of this vital pueblo community. Peer
into their homes, cliff dwellings built deep within canyon walls.
The presence of water in a dry land made the canyon rare and
valuable to its early human inhabitants. It still remains valuable
today as habitat for plants and animals. Discover for yourself
on the rim or into the depths on the Island Trail. Enjoy a hearty
picnic lunch along the Walnut Canyon rim in the Ponderosa Pine
forest.
Our adventure continues
as we head further north through the shadow of the aspen’s
at the foot of the San Francisco peaks of the Coconino National
Forest.
Approaching the rim from
the surrounding plateau, the landscape gives no hint of the
wonders that await our next 3 days. By mid afternoon we will
arrive for our first breathtaking view of the Grand Canyon,
impossible to forget with images of fantastically colored striated
bands of red, orange and gold.
Stretch your legs with an
orientation walk as your guides give you a preview of the adventure
that lays ahead.
A welcome dinner
awaits in the perfect light as the shadows lengthen in to the
timelessness of this natural wonder of the world.
Accommodations Grand
Canyon (L,D)
Day 2 – GRAND CANYON
-- HIKE DAY (This is a day of walking and hiking OPTIONS)
A powerful and
inspiring landscape, the Grand Canyon overwhelms our senses
through its immense size. We will hike a portion of
the historic Bright Angel Trail in to the canyon and along the
Rim Trail for the best in varied views. On this interpretive
hike you will learn about the history, geology and magnificent
desert plant life along the way. Watch for wildlife like Big
Horn Sheep, deer and the condor that are often spotted. Breathtaking
views while you enjoy a boxed lunch – Best Seats in the
House!
(Options of distance and
turnaround points will be offered according to group’s
abilities.)
Accommodations Grand
Canyon (L)
Day 3 – GRAND
CANYON -- Enjoy The Grand Canyon as YOU Choose!
Explore on your
own or the Walking Connection will assist in making all
of the arrangements for any of the following *optional activities
that you may choose.
*Options:
--Colorado River Float
--Grand Canyon Hike
--Helicopter Tour of Village of Supai)
--Helicopter Tours of the Grand Canyon
--Horseback Riding through Kaibab National Forest
--Jeep or ATV rides through Kaibab National Forest)
--Variety of Park Ranger led walks
--Therapeutic Massage
*The cost of optional
activities is not included in the price of this trip.
Accommodations Grand
Canyon National Park Lodge
Day 4 – Savor
The GRAND CANYON Sunrise!
One last opportunity
to enjoy the vast spaces where we may find solace from our
hectic lives and take the time to enjoy this gift. On
our sunrise visit we can watch the changing play of light
and color as we wander along the rim. Quietly we can follow
the antics of ravens soaring above and listen for the roar
of the rapids far below.
Late morning departure
for early afternoon arrival in Phoenix (B)
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it is a group session, individual personal training session, or
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or Walking Connection walk, hike or event, now or in the future,
I have and do hereby fully assume all risk of injury, property
damage, emotional trauma and death, and it is my intention for
me and my heirs, executors and administrators to waive any and
all right and claims for damages I may have against Gene and Jo
Ann Taylor, Taylor Marketing and Management, LLC., Conquer The
Canyon, LLC, The Walking Connection and any individual associated
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and assignees, and will hold them harmless for any and all injuries,
mishaps and loss of property suffered in connection with my participation
in these walks, hikes, events. I
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