Before You Depart On

Southwest National Parks Adventure

A stunning view of a natural red rock arch in a Southwest desert landscape at sunset. The sun is positioned low in the sky, casting a warm glow on the arch and illuminating the vast terrain visible through the archway. The clear sky blends shades of blue into a golden horizon, perfect for an adventure.

Booking Your Flights

For your convenience, we’ve partnered with Exito Travel to offer flexible flight options. Enjoy the freedom of flying from your home airport, choosing your preferred seats, and using or accumulating those valuable airline miles! Easily request a quote and share your travel plans with Exito in our booking path or from your dashboard after you’ve booked.
 
When selecting your flights, please note that our tour starts in Las Vegas and ends in Las Vegas. We recommend that you:

  • Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) with enough time to meet the group on Day 1 at 6 PM at the hotel
  • Fly out of Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)

Unused land services including those caused by air schedule changes and delays are non-refundable and smarTours cannot be held responsible.

 

Booking Your Own Flights

Book flights with ease with our partner, Exito Travel, to enjoy flexible flight options like flying from your home airport, choosing your own seats, and using and earning airline miles! Easily request a quote and share your travel plans with Exito in our booking path or from your dashboard after you’ve booked.
 
When selecting your flights, please note that our tour starts in Las Vegas and ends in Las Vegas. We recommend that you:

  • Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) with enough time to meet the group on Day 1 at 6 PM at the hotel
  • Fly out of Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)

Unused land services including those caused by air schedule changes and delays are non-refundable and smarTours cannot be held responsible.

 

Airport Transfers

Taxis are reliable way to get to/from the airport in Las Vegas. Airport personnel are available to help queue the lines and provide assistance as needed.
 
Note: This tour is ineligible for complimentary airport transfers.

 

Tour Meeting Point & Ending Point

Please arrive at your preferred time. Hotel check-in is generally not before 4 PM. The smarTours Tour Director will be available in the hotel lobby from 4 PM–7 PM on Day 1 to greet guests, assist with local sightseeing, and answer any questions. The tour ends after breakfast on the last day. Generally, hotel check-out is prior to 12 PM (noon).

 

REAL ID Act

Beginning May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. Learn more about REAL ID.
 
Travelers who don’t have a REAL ID-compliant card may also use alternative documents which may include a passport or passport card. Before your trip please review travel requirements.

 

Final Documents

Final instructions, documents, and travel tips will be emailed to you 10–14 days before the scheduled start of your tour. If you have not received your final documents, please check your spam folder or contact smarTours.

 

Health Requirements & Considerations

This tour includes significant altitude variations from the Grand Canyon (altitude of 3,000 feet) to Bryce Canyon National Park (altitude of 9,000 feet). Some locations may be at a higher altitude than you are used to. Travelers, especially those with pre-existing breathing or heart conditions, may wish to consult your personal physician or local health authorities about altitude sickness prevention and any other suggestions. In summer months, the weather is dry and hot and temperatures can reach over 100 degrees.

 

Baggage

Due to limited space on the bus, each passenger may bring two items: one piece of luggage (approximately checked luggage size or smaller) and one personal item like a day pack or purse (sized to fit under your seat). We recommend that you do not over-pack and that you take a variety of separates with climate and comfort in mind.