Zion, Bryce & Antelope Canyon: 4-Day Scenic Road Tour from Los Angeles
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 days (multi-day tour)
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition; involves short walks (1–2 miles) and standing at viewpoints—some sites have uneven trails and moderate elevation changes.
Overview
A compact four-day loop from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Zion, Bryce and Antelope Canyon that combines epic canyon viewpoints, guided Navajo slot-canyon visits and optional Lake Powell kayaking. Ideal for travelers who want a packaged route through the red-rock high country with practical logistics handled.
Zion, Bryce & Antelope Canyon: 4-Day Scenic Road Tour from Los Angeles
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The bus peels out of Los Angeles with the city’s smudged skyline receding behind, and within hours the neon of Las Vegas gives way to a flat, sun-baked sweep of the Mojave. By the second day the landscape transforms—sandstone cliffs rise like pages turned in slow motion as you enter Utah’s high desert. The air sharpens; the rock takes on bands of cream, salmon and rust that change with the angle of the sun, daring you to stop and stare.
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Adventure Tips
Hydrate for altitude
Bryce Rim sits around 8,000–9,000 ft; drink more water than usual and take it easy on strenuous exertion your first day at elevation.
Antelope Canyon requires a guide
Lower Antelope visits are on Navajo Nation land—book the guided slot-canyon tour and follow the guide’s instructions inside tight, low-light passages.
Sun and temperature swings
Desert sun is strong; carry sun protection and a light windproof layer because mornings and high-rim areas can be cool.
Arrive early for photo spots
Horseshoe Bend and popular overlooks fill quickly—plan to arrive at opening or just after sunrise for smaller crowds and softer light.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert bighorn sheep
- Western scrub-jay
History
This corridor crosses ancestral Navajo lands and pioneering routes of settlers; the slot canyons and river systems shaped life here for Indigenous people long before tourism.
Conservation
Visitors are asked to stay on trails, pack out trash and respect Navajo Nation regulations; water conservation and reduced vehicle idling help protect fragile desert ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Support and traction for rocky overlooks, short hikes and uneven canyon paths.
Reusable water bottle or hydration bladder
Keeps you hydrated across long drives and dry desert hikes; refill opportunities available at lodges.
summer specific
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF 30+)
Open desert and canyon rims offer little shade—protect your skin and eyes.
summer specific
Light insulated jacket or wind shell
Useful for cool mornings at high elevations like Bryce Rim and breezy evenings in the desert.
spring specific