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Your Arizona vacation begins at The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess at 5:30 PM. Arrive early and enjoy the three swimming pools and other resort amenities at your hotel.

Meet new friends who will join your family on this Arizona vacation adventure at a welcome barbecue tonight. Meal: Dinner. Hotel: The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, AZ

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A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is one of the finest resorts in the area. The mission-revival styling blends well with its desert setting. The McDowell Mountains serve as a stunning backdrop. The recreational facilities are unmatched, with one of the swimming pools boasting the longest waterslide in the state. Well-appointed guestrooms feature upscale amenities and the service is impeccable.

National Parks

Marvel at the high-rise apartments of the prehistoric Sinagua Indians at Montezuma Castle National Monument on your way to incredible Grand Canyon National Park. Stay in the heart of the park, near the Canyon’s rim, and experience one of nature’s masterpieces with your family after the crowds depart. Over one mile deep, the Grand Canyon is connected with Bryce Canyon and Zion Canyon by a series of cliffs know as the Grand Staircase.

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Spend the night near the canyon's rim in the heart of the canyon. Meals: Breakfast, dinner. Hotel: Kachina or Thunderbird Lodge, Grand Canyon, AZ

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Situated within Grand Canyon National Park, close to the rim of the Grand Canyon, the modern Kachina Lodge is an excellent staging point for exploration. Comfortable guest rooms have a full bath, a safe, a refrigerator, television, telephone and in-room coffee-making facilities. Its ideal in-the-park location, surrounded by nature’s spectacular masterpiece, makes a stay here memorable.

Sightseeing

Watching the glorious sunrise at the Grand Canyon makes getting up very early well worth it! Spend the morning enjoying the Grand Canyon as you please. On a guided tour of the East Rim, you’ll stop at Moran Point and Desert View Lookout, each offering a different view of the Grand Canyon, en route to lovely Lake Powell.

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Meal: Breakfast. Hotel: Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, Page, AZ

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Located right on the shores of Lake Powell, Lake Powell Resorts & Marina puts guests in the midst of all the wonders of this incredible spot. Enjoy the two swimming pools and other resort facilities in between your explorations.

Adventure

Your adventures at Lake Powell will be a highlight of your Arizona vacation. Get a bird’s eye view of the amazing Rainbow Bridge and Lake Powell on a flightseeing expedition.

Adventure

Later, take a boat cruise on Lake Powell or an expedition by 4-wheel drive vehicle to mystical Antelope Canyon. A variety of water sports are yours to enjoy this afternoon.

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Meals: Breakfast, dinner. Hotel: Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, Page, AZ

Rafting

No Arizona vacation would be complete without a rafting experience. Your family will never forget rafting through Glen Canyon together.

Sightseeing

Enjoy real western entertainment during lunch in Kanab this afternoon, a town you may recognize as the setting for most of the famous "cowboy" movies that were made. Continue on to Bryce Canyon National Park along a rim road offering spectacular views of astounding stone spires in shades of pink, red and orange.

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Hotel: Bryce Canyon Lodge, Bryce Canyon National Park, UT

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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this right-in-the-park Lodge is the only accommodation within Bryce Canyon National Park. Its hiking trails offer scenic vistas and opportunities to glimpse the Canyon’s wildlife. Bryce Canyon Lodge offers a rustic 1920s elegance – down to replicas of the lodge’s original hickory furniture. This quiet and relaxed atmosphere, without televisions, allows the guest to get reacquainted with nature. Fine dining is available in the main lodge.

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Weather permitting, saddle up and share the adventure of a trail ride, on either a horse or a mule, escorted by a cowboy guide who will point out hidden sights within Bryce Canyon. After lunch, it’s off to Zion National Park.

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Hotel: Zion Lodge, Zion National Park, UT

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The name "Zion" means a place of peace and refuge. As a sanctuary with over 146,000 acres of cliffs, canyons, diverse plant and animal life, and uninterrupted beauty, Zion is well-named. Its massive sandstone walls, some as high as 3,800 feet, offer an opportunity for serenity and reflection for all who visit. Designed by Gilbert Stanley Underwood in the 1920s, Zion Lodge was destroyed by a fire in the 1960s, and today has undergone substantial renovations and rebuilding to restore its classic appearance and design. All rooms at the Lodge feature air conditioning, phones, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers. Red Rock Grill, Zion Lodge’s recently renovated dining room, boasts spectacular views of the magnificent surroundings. Casual, outdoor dining can be found at the seasonal Castle Dome Cafe, which offers relaxed seating and park fare favorites.

Sightseeing

Spend the morning exploring Zion National Park’s cliff-and-canyon natural treasures as you please. This afternoon, journey to Las Vegas to take in its neon wonders.

Join us for a farewell dinner as your Nevada, Utah and Arizona vacation comes to an end. Meals: Breakfast, dinner. Hotel: Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV

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One of the most venerable hotels on the glittering Las Vegas strip, the distinctly Roman-flavored Caesars Palace is almost a destination unto itself because there is so much to see and do within the huge complex. Large guestrooms feature a wealth of amenities, including the signature Caesars-style marble bathroom. The Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis features four inviting swimming pools surrounded by lawns, fountains and classic Roman statues. Window-shop as you stroll along the Appian Way or admire the beautiful fish swimming by in the towering glass aquarium while having a cool drink at the Seahorse Lounge. As you walk around in Caesars Palace, you might meet a Roman centurion or even see a classic statue come to life.

Airport Transfers

Your Arizona family vacation ends: Las Vegas. Red Rocks & Painted Canyons ends today as you say goodbye to the friends you’ve made. Check-out time at Caesars Palace is 12:00 noon. Fly home any time; a transfer to McCarren International Airport is not included. Allow yourself a minimum of two hours to check in for your flight. Meals: Breakfast