Utah Big 5

Capitol Reef, ARches, Canyonlands, Bryce, zion… AND MORE!

April 21-28, 2022

*Las Vegas PRE-Tour Add-On available: April 19-21
*Las Vegas POST-Tour Extension (coming soon): April 28-30

Ready for the journey of all journeys? The big one on the bucket list? This 7-day itinerary is the granddaddy of all itineraries. You’ll hit The Utah Big 5— every national park in Utah — as well as state parks, national monuments, Navajo Tribal Parks, and several stunning spots in between.

You’ll find tranquil sunrises, fiery sunsets, and unadulterated views of the Milky Way. You’ll gape at technicolor cliffs, massive arches, and brilliant-hued hoodoos. You’ll discover wide-open spaces, tight slot canyons, and vertiginous views. You’ll experience a relaxing river cruise and a monumental Jeep tour. You’ll explore ancient ruins, pioneer homesteads, and slickrock labyrinths. You’ll wind through world-renowned scenic drives and more world-renowned scenic drives.

Interested in coming to Las Vegas a couple days early to catch a show and spend some time on the Las Vegas strip?

POST-tour extension package

April 28-30
*****Optional add-on*****

TRAVEL DETAILS

F.A.Q.

What time should I book my arrival flight into Las Vegas on April 21?

We recommend you arrive around 2pm into Las Vegas to take our private tour bus to the hotel.

The hotel check in is at 3pm.
The Welcome dinner is at 5pm.
This will give you enough time to check into the hotel and get ready for dinner.

If you arrive at the hotel earlier than 3pm, you will have to have the hotel hold your luggage while you either enjoy the hotel/casino or start exploring the Las Vegas Strip!

*If you are arriving April 19th for the PRE-Tour Add On package, there are no time concerns other than the 3pm check in time at the hotel. Transportation will to the hotel will be at your own expense.

*If you arrive much earlier than 2pm or past 3pm on April 21, you will be responsible for taking a taxi/Lyft/Uber or other shuttle (at your own expense) to the hotel.

What time should I book my departure flight home on April 28?

If you are departing on April 28th after the tour, please book your return flight AFTER 12:00pm.

It takes roughly 2-3 hours to drive from St. George to the Las Vegas airport and the bus will not be arriving to the airport until about 11am.
Since everyone is riding together, there is no way to get you to the airport any earlier, so please plan accordingly.

*If you are staying for the POST-Tour Extension package, we will continue the tour after dropping everyone off at the airport and likely changing vehicles to a smaller Sprinter-style van.
We will advise you on proper departure flight times for April 30th when the itinerary has been solidified.

I am joining the POST-Tour Extension. What time should I book my departure flight home on April 30?

If you are departing on April 30th after the POST-Tour Extension, please book your return flight AFTER 2:30pm.

Who is our Tour Guide and how do I get in touch with them?

Sascha Ghods
Cell: 561/635-8837

Sascha’s cell phone is only available from April 19-30.
For questions prior to that date, or afterwards, please reach out to your travel agent, Christian Tamte 614/556-1945

Do I have to wear my mask the whole time?

Yes.

To keep everyone as safe as possible, we require the wearing of masks in all public areas and while on the bus.

When you are on your own, please follow all local laws-ask your guide if you are unsure about each city's current COVID19 Mask policy.

Is breakfast included?

Yes!

The serving times vary by hotel (they will tell you at check-in), but usually breakfast is served starting at 6:30am.

How dressy is too dressy?

While the Welcome and Farewell dinners are at nice restaurants... attire is a bit more relaxed out west.

You can still dress up if you like!
But you will fit in just as well if you want to do more of a business casual attire instead.

As for your dinner on April 23 at the outdoor BBQ with members from the Navajo Tribe- you will be eating outdoors, so please bring a sweater/jacket to keep warm after the sun goes down!

Do I need binoculars?

NEED? No.

Want?? Probably.

The Guide will have a pair of binoculars onboard the bus for wildlife viewing. Keep in mind that there are 38 guests on this trip- so if you have a pair of binoculars, bring them with you!

What should I bring on the bus each day?

Snacks and a water bottle.
Since you’ll be on the bus all day (most days), we encourage you to bring some snacks and a water bottle with you to keep up your energy!

Jacket/scarf/gloves/hat
The weather changes frequently out west during this season!
Watch the weather forecast for the day- links to the forecast are listed above for each location you’ll be visiting!

Camera
You know we all love seeing your photos of the adventures you have together!

Cash
You’ll be purchasing lunch each day, and possibly purchasing souvenirs along the way.

Binoculars
If you’ve got ‘em- bring ‘em!
The guide will have one pair of binoculars onboard the bus, but it may not (probably won’t) be enjoyable to take turns using them to see the wildlife.

Is there a bathroom on the bus?

Yes.

Will there be electric outlets on the bus?

Usually there are, yes. …. but we cannot guarantee it.

We’ve tried to get a more solid answer for this question, but the bus won’t be officially assigned until just before the start of the tour.
It’s rare not to have electric outlets somewhere on a 55 passenger touring bus; however, it has happened before.

If having a power source is important to you, we recommend bringing a portable power bank with you to charge your devices on the road.

How much should I tip the guide and driver?

They worked hard for you all week- please take care of them appropriately.

Please consider a tip of (at least):
$56/pp for the driver

$70/pp for the guide
(so- that’s a minimum of $126 per person) -(and yes, cash is best)

You can tip at any point in the tour; however, it is customary to tip on the last tour day (before you get off the bus at the hotel in Salt Lake City)

It is also customary to tip any other guides that may lead part of your itinerary- $5-8/pp is a nice gesture.

Can I fly my drone in the National Parks?

No.

It is illegal to fly your drone anywhere in a National Park.
There are some pretty strict laws around this, with some heavy consequences for ignoring those laws.
Please consult the appropriate resources to learn more about this question.

Can I pay by check?

Yes!

If you would like to avoid the 3%processing fees, you may pay by check.
It is very important that you pay in advance of the deadlines and allow ample time for delivery.

You can make checks payable to “Zone Travel”

Please mail your checks (allowing 3-5 business days for delivery - PRIOR to deadline) to:
Zone Travel
PO Box 12052
Columbus, OH 43212

Payments received after the deadline could result in cancelation of your reservation or increased fees.

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

flight information

Please submit this form with your flight information REGARDLESS of if you purchase travel insurance

Pricing details

PRE-Tour Add-On price Per Person: 

$190 (quad occupancy)
$240 (triple occupancy)
$300 (double occupancy)
$600 (single occupancy)

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Hotel: 2 additional nights at Caesar’s Palace before the tour starts (April 19-21)

• Entertainment: 1 Las Vegas show (TBD)

NOT INCLUDED

• 3% processing fees per payment

POST-Tour Extension price Per Person: 

$468 (quad occupancy)
$500 (triple occupancy)
$564 (double occupancy)
$765 (single occupancy)

*Price is based on minimum of 15 people, and could go up if less than 15 people sign up for this add-on package.
*Prices and availability are subject to change and are not guaranteed until completed through the booking process.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Hotels: 2 nights (with breakfast)

  • 1nt- Best Western Plus, Williams, AZ

  • 1nt- TBD in Kingman, AZ

• Entrance Fees

  • Route 66 Museum

  • National Parks

• Transportation

  • Private Tour Bus

• Private Tour Guide

• Most taxes and fees

  • Tour taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

NOT INCLUDED

• Hoover Dam Tour

  • This tour may not be available due to COVID-19 restrictions.

  • Cost of tour is $10-$30/pp and is payable onsite

• Tips

  • Local guides (recommended at least $5/pp)

  • Bus driver (recommended at least $10/pp)

  • Tour director (recommended at least $20/pp)

• 3% processing fee per payment

Regular price Per Person: 

$2179 (quad occupancy)
$2295 (triple occupancy)
$2550 (double occupancy)
$3368 (single occupancy)

*Prices and availability are subject to change and are not guaranteed until completed through the booking process.
*Price is based on minimum of 30 people registered, and could go up if under 30 people travel on this trip.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Ground Transportation

  • Arrival: Las Vegas Airport (airport to hotel)- Hotel Shuttle

  • Transportation during tour (listed above)

  • Departure: Las Vegas Airport (hotel to airport)- Private Bus

• Hotel accommodations

• Private Tour Guide and Tours

  • Daily tour itinerary listed above

• Some Meals

  • Breakfast each day

  • 4 Dinners

• Entrance Fees

  • Entrance fees to attractions, National Parks and activities listed in the itinerary

• Some Gratuities

  • Gratuities for included meals

• Most taxes and fees

  • Tour taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

NOT INCLUDED

• 3% processing fee per payment

• Airfare

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Tips

  • Local guides (recommended at least $5/pp)

  • Bus driver (recommended at least $32/pp)

  • Tour director (recommended at least $56/pp)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • Basic (starting at $200/ea)

    • Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Cancel for Anytime (starting at $373/ea)

    • Please Note: Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due with initial payment. 
*All payment options include a 3% processing fee (this has not been included in the costs.)

Option 1:
(Most affordable overall)
Full payment (plus insurance)- due no later than January 15, 2022.
*Please keep in mind, a 3% processing fee will be charged at time of payment. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Option 2: 
(An additional 10% administrative fee per payment is applicable for this delayed payment option)
*Please keep in mind, a 3% processing fee will be charged at time of payment. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Split amount due into 2 payments.

• The first payment must be a minimum of $385 + insurance, due immediately.

• The second payment must be the rest of the amount due- and be paid no later than March 1, 2022.

(If you choose this option, an invoice will be sent to you with a due date of March 1, 2022. You can choose to pay the full amount any time between now and March 1, 2022. Payments cannot be broken into smaller amounts, if this is what you are wanting to do, you’ll have to switch to payment option #3, below.)

Option 3: 
(in addition to the one time $50 fee per person, an additional 10% administrative fee per payment is applicable for this delayed payment option)
*Please keep in mind, a 3% processing fee will be charged at time of payment. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Add-On packages can be added to the payment option; however we are still waiting to find out when those payments are due- if you decide to include this in the payment plan, we will get in touch with you to arrange payment once this has been decided.

Quad Occupancy:
(price per person)
Due immediately: 440 + insurance
Jan 15: $671
Feb 15: $671
Mar 15: $671

Triple Occupancy:
(price per person)
Due immediately: 440 + insurance
Jan 15: $714
Feb 15: $714
Mar 15: $714

Double Occupancy:
(price per person)
Due immediately: 440 + insurance
Jan 15: $807
Feb 15: $807
Mar 15: $807

Single Occupancy:
Due immediately: 400 + insurance
Jan 15: $1107
Feb 15: $1107
Mar 15: $1107

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (per person)

FINAL PAYMENT

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

BASIC PLAN:

The Basic Plan is so affordable you can have your fun and protect it too - all while staying within your budget. The plan has a wide-variety of covered reasons for trip cancellation and interruption, and it can also include coverage for existing medical conditions so you can book your trip with complete confidence.
Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $10,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $50,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $500.00

Baggage Delay: $200.00

Travel Delay: $300.00

24-Hour Hotline Assistance: Included

CANCEL ANYTIME: 
(NY RESIDENTS-PLEASE ENQUIRE ABOUT SIMILAR OPTIONS)

The Cancel Anytime Plan gives you the extra flexibility of knowing you can cancel your trip for almost any unforeseen reason that the Classic plan does not already cover at 100% and receive 80% of your non-refundable trip costs back. It includes benefits like trip cancellation protection, primary emergency medical benefits, 24-hour travel assistance, and more. This plan also has SmartBenefitsSM that can pay you proactively and simplify your claims process with no receipts required. Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.
Please note: This plan must be purchased within 14 days of your initial trip deposit and must cover the full non-refundable trip cost ($10,000 maximum). You could also be eligible for pre-existing condition exclusion waiver if all requirements are met (please refer to plan documents for details).
Important information about this plan: Plan charge includes costs of insurance benefits and assistance services. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, your plan excludes losses due to that condition unless you qualify for a waiver under the terms of your plan. See Plan and Pricing Details for more information.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $25,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $500,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $1,000.00

Baggage Delay: $300.00

Change Fee Coverage: $500.00

Loyalty Program Redeposit Fee Coverage: $500.00

Travel Delay: $800.00

24 Hour Hotline Assistance Plus: Included