Arches, Canyonlands & Moab Adventures: Small Group 3-Day Tour

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About this activity

Want to experience the beauty of Utah, but running low on time? Then this is the perfect tour for you! Over the course of three days, you’ll be able to see some of Utah’s most beautiful sites, from the thousands of arches at Arches National Park to the expansive overlooks of Canyonlands. Included in the tour is an adventure day in Moab, where you’ll have the opportunity to take part in an activity of your choice, ranging from white water rafting to horseback riding.

At Nomad Unlimited Adventures, flexibility is at the heart of our tours. With our “2CanGo” promise, this tour operates with a minimum of 2 guests and departure is guaranteed once two guests book. Group size is limited to 2–8 travelers, allowing for more personal attention, attentive service, and a relaxed travel pace. Additional destinations, itinerary adjustments, or special requests may be discussed in advance.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Nomad Unlimited Adventure

Ages: Children (0–2 years) · Youth (3–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years) · Seniors (100–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Unlimited snacks and bottled water
Included: Private transportation
Included: All the national parks & state parks entrance fees
Included: Breakfast
Included: All activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary***
Included: Hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary accommodation(Two people in one room))

Not included

Not included: Guide gratuities (8-10% of tour price recommended)
Not included: Trip Insurance/Cancellation insurance
Not included: Meals not specifically listed as included, and any alcoholic beverages
Not included: Optional activities, excursions, or entertainment at your own expense
Not included: Misc. Personal expenses
Not included: souvenirs
Not included: Airfare to and from destination

Itinerary

Day 1 · Dinosaur Museum, Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park

Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum

one hour Admission included

If Salt Lake City is chosen as the pick-up location, we will start the tour at the USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum. At this museum, you can discover what life was like thousands to millions of years ago in Southern Utah. This museum contains over 700,000 archaeological artifacts, ranging from complete sets of dinosaur bones to pictographs left by the Fremont people more than 2,000 years ago. No matter your interests, you are bound to find something you enjoy.
Dead Horse Point State Park

45 min Admission included

Located only a few miles from Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park offers a unique view of the Colorado River 2,000 feet below. While driving around, your tour guide will tell you the unusual story of how this park got its name.
Canyonlands National Park

3 hours

Canyonlands National Park is made up of three distinct regions: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, and the Maze. We will be touring the Island in the Sky region which is situated far above the Colorado River. From this vantage point, we will see deep into the virtually untouched canyons below, giving us a glimpse into the region's ancient past.
Moab

one hour

Located between Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, Moab is seen as the gateway to many of Utah’s greatest natural landscapes. You’ll love your stay here just as much as the parks themselves!

Best Western, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Archway Inn or similar quality hotel

Day 2 · Arches National Park and Adventure in Moab

Arches National Park

5 hours

With more than 2,000 arches, Arches National Park has the densest concentration of natural sandstone arches in the world! With only a short hike, many world famous arches can be seen up close, including landscape arch, delicate arch, and double arch. This is a national park you won’t want to miss!
Moab

4 hours

Embark on a self-guided escapade! Upon your arrival back in Moab from Arches, an assortment of exhilarating adventures await you (please note that these are exclusuring in your tour cost). We highly suggest thrilling experiences such as river rafting, speed boating, or even a helicopter ride...

If there's any time left over, the quaint charm of the town invites you to explore, hike, or partake in a variety of other enjoyable activities.

Best Western, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Archway Inn or similar quality hotel

Day 3 · Goblin Valley State Park, Potash Road and Salt Lake City

Potash Road

one hour

Located right outside of Moab, Potash road winds along the Colorado river with water on one side, and a huge rock cliff on the other. Along this road, your tour guide will show you ancient petroglyphs and dinosaur tracks, as well as additional arches that can be accessed by foot.
Goblin Valley State Park

2 hours Admission included

The “goblins” in Goblin Valley get their name from the thousands of unique hoodoos, or columns of weathered stone, that dot its surface. In this State Park, there are no official paths, allowing you to walk up close to the hoodoos and take pictures. If time permits, your tour guide will take you on a hike to Goblins Lair, an incredibly tall cave.
Salt Lake City

4 hours

If you choose to depart from Salt Lake City, your tour guide will drop you off either at the airport or a hotel of your choosing. Settled in 1847 by a group of pioneering Mormons, Salt Lake City has blossomed into the vibrant capital of Utah and gateway to the west. If time permits, your tour guide will take you to see the twin hearts of this city: Temple Square and the Capitol Building.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Oakwood At Woodgate
My Place Hotel-Salt Lake City/West Jordan, UT
Hampton Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood
Hampton Inn & Suites Salt Lake City-West Jordan
Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City-West Jordan
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Murray
Evo Hotel
Extended Stay America - Salt Lake City - Union Park
Brighton Chalets
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salt Lake City N - Bountiful by IHG
Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood
Residence Inn by Marriott Salt Lake City Cottonwood

and 118 more pickup points

Pick-up times according to location:

Salt Lake City - 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Drop-off times according to location:

Salt Lake City - 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Pick-up or drop-off after hours will incur an additional charge

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The travel agent is not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler as a result of any unforeseen circumstances outside of the travel agent’s control. This could include but is not limited to: disease, weather conditions, criminal acts, social unrest, or mechanical failures. Guests are encouraged to purchase travel insurance.
Itineraries may change due to unforeseen issues such as flight arrival and departure times and road and weather conditions.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Pick-up - Guests are requested to arrive at the airport before 09:00 AM. Later arrivals may require changes to the itinerary and additional fees.
At least two people are required to schedule a tour. If you’re a solo traveler, please contact us and we’ll help you join another group.
Booking early is highly recommended as availability is limited.
Children five years or younger may not be able to participate in all of the activities listed on the itinerary. If you have children who are five years or younger, please let us know so we can make adjustments.
If cancellation occurs 30 days prior to the start date of the tour, the cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. Alternatively, we could refund 50% of the total tour cost back to the card. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the start date of the tour, 50% of the total cost of the tour will be rolled over into a credit that must be used within six months of the original tour date. This credit can be used towards the cost of any tour offered by Nomad Unlimited Adventures. For any additional questions, please reach out to us directly.