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Desert Southwest Loop 7D

Welcome to the desert! Today is all about soaking in the neon chaos of Las Vegas before we head into the wild. Grab some world-class food and catch a show.

7days
18stops
DAY01

Harry Reid International Airp… → Bellagio Fountain

Overnight in Bellagio Fountain
  1. 14:00
    Harry Reid International Airport· start
  3. 16:00
    The Las Vegas Strip
  5. 20:00
    Bellagio Fountain· overnight
Vegas Eats
  • Tacos El Gordo · The real deal for Adobada tacos. Expect a line, but it moves fast.
  • Hell's Kitchen · Gordon Ramsay's spot. Pricey, but the Beef Wellington is a game-changer.
Daily Budget
Hotel (The Strip)
$180
DAY02

Hoover Dam → Grand Canyon Village

Overnight in Grand Canyon Village
  1. 09:00
    Hoover Dam· start
  3. 13:00
    Seligman Route 66
  5. 17:00
    Grand Canyon Village· overnight
Road Trip Fuel
  • Delgadillo's Snow Cap · Quirky Route 66 stop in Seligman. Get a burger and a laugh.
  • El Tovar Dining Room · Historic vibes right on the rim. Book weeks in advance.
Road Costs
Gas
$45
Park Entry
$35
DAY03

Mather Point → Desert View Watchtower

Overnight in Desert View Watchtower
  1. 06:00
    Mather Point· start
  3. 09:00
    Bright Angel Trail
  5. 16:00
    Desert View Watchtower· overnight
Canyon Bites
  • Yavapai Lodge Tavern · Casual spot for local beers and decent elk sliders.
Stay
Lodging
$250
DAY04

Horseshoe Bend → Lake Powell

Overnight in Lake Powell
  1. 10:00
    Horseshoe Bend· start
  3. 13:00
    Antelope Canyon
  5. 16:00
    Lake Powell· overnight
Page Favorites
  • BirdHouse · Best fried chicken in the desert. Get the spicy honey.
  • Big John's Texas BBQ · Live music and massive platters of brisket in an old gas station.
Activity Cost
Antelope Tour
$100
DAY05

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway → Springdale

Overnight in Springdale
  1. 11:00
    Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway· start
  3. 13:00
    Canyon Overlook Trail
  5. 16:00
    Springdale· overnight
Springdale Eats
  • Oscar's Cafe · Huge portions of Mexican-American food. The burritos are massive.
Stay
Lodging
$220
DAY06

The Grotto → Temple of Sinawava

Overnight in Temple of Sinawava
  1. 07:00
    The Grotto· start
  3. 13:00
    Temple of Sinawava· overnight
Post-Hike Fuel
  • Zion Canyon Brew Pub · Great patio views and solid burgers after a long hike.
Transport
Shuttle
$0
DAY07

Valley of Fire → Harry Reid International Airp…

  1. 10:00
    Valley of Fire· start
  3. 16:00
    Harry Reid International Airport
Final Meal
  • Peppermill Las Vegas · Classic old-school Vegas diner. Huge portions, neon vibes.
Final Budget
Gas
$40
Heads Up
  • Book Antelope Canyon 3-6 months out
  • Angels Landing requires a lottery permit
  • Hydrate more than you think you need