Drive two of Utah’s great parks in a single day with guided audio stories that explain the geology, human history, and best viewpoints. Download once, use for a year—ideal for flexible travel and multi-day exploration.
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A dawn drive unrolls through red cliffs and narrow tunnels as the car slips from pinyon forest into amphitheaters of sculpted hoodoos. In the same day you can stand above Bryce’s fragile pillars with cold air at your face, then descend toward Zion’s green floor where the Virgin River dares you to follow it into the Narrows. The audio guide leads—telling stories as the road winds—so you see the landscape and understand how it formed.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers comfortable with long driving days and short exposed walks; light-to-moderate fitness recommended for optional hikes.
Wildlife
History
The landscape is shared ground: Paiute people lived here for centuries and later Mormon settlers and pioneers mapped and named many landmarks; Bryce became a national park in 1924.
Conservation
Stick to marked viewpoints and trails—hoodoos are fragile and human traffic accelerates erosion. Use park shuttles where available to reduce congestion and emissions.
Reserve your spot on the Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks Self-Driving Bundle Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download the tour before arrival
The Action Tour Guide tour must be downloaded over Wi‑Fi or mobile data ahead of time to work offline in the parks.
One purchase per vehicle
Buy one audio tour per car (not per person) and connect devices to your car stereo for the best listening experience.
Expect elevation swings
Bryce viewpoints sit near 8,000 ft—pace hikes and carry extra water to avoid altitude-related fatigue.
Follow Zion shuttle rules in season
From March to late November Zion Scenic Drive is shuttle-only; use the audio on-board or walk selected trailheads.
1.5–2L water bottle
Hydration is critical—carry more water than you think for high-elevation overlooks and desert heat.
summer
Sturdy hiking shoes
Good traction and ankle support are useful for short walks from overlooks and any side hikes.
spring
Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+ sunscreen)
High sun exposure and reflective rock increase UV risk—protect skin and eyes.
summer
Layered jacket (wind and light rain resistant)
Temperatures can swing dramatically between canyon bottoms and high plateaus, especially at sunrise or sunset.
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