When you hit the jackpot on your socials, it’s usually a trifecta of 1) wow-worthy travel vistas, 2) motivational pep content where you believe anything is possible, and 3) warm-and-fuzzy cute cat videos. Visiting Colorado and Utah is like your best day on TikTok, as both states are famous for their spectacular scenery (#1), their inspiring road trips and landmarks (#2) and their open-hearted welcome and cultural gems (#3). Transition from your phone to the real deal with Viva Holidays’ new Southwest packages!
Viva Holidays is no stranger to compiling perfect travel packages to showcase the best of a destination. Considerately packaged, their three new Utah and Colorado packages are no different.
Read on to take the guesswork out of planning your trip to the Southwest!
Why Utah is a US must-do
You’ve seen photos of Utah’s rich-red national parks and thought, “That looks nice”. When you’re there, however, it quickly becomes clear that nice doesn’t cut it. Amazing, yes. Sublime, absolutely.
No photos can really do the Mighty 5® national parks, nine national monuments, and 46 state parks justice. They are just a teaser for the wow factor repeatedly experienced as you tour the Beehive State.
And don’t get us started on some of the world’s best stargazing! With 26 internationally certified Dark Sky Parks, there’s as much fun to be had at night as by day.
Travel in winter for a chance to ski the Greatest Snow on Earth® at 15 world-class ski resorts. Or maybe you’re curious why Utah is called America’s Film Set? Or keen to learn more about the cultural heritage of Utah’s fascinating native tribes?
Whether you take a classic American road trip (there are 28 scenic byways in Utah) or tour with the experts, there’s something for everyone in Utah.
Discover the ways Colorado wows
An idyllic adventure-filled holiday awaits in Colorado. With four magnificent national parks, nine national monuments, a World Heritage Site, 10 scenic railroads, 30+ ski areas and resorts, and 58 peaks reaching over 4,200 metres, the Centennial State adds up to a destination full of wonder and appeal.
Wander wildflower-filled alpine meadows, witness the stillness of glacier-formed lakes, river raft down thrilling whitewater rapids or soak in soothing hot springs.
Get active in Colorado on foot, on skis or a snowboard, or even on horseback across the state’s vast ranch lands.
There’s also a rich heritage to explore, from the preservation of the cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan indigenous people to living history forts, narrow-gauge railroads, and mining museums.
Access Colorado via Denver International Airport, the state’s hub, or regional airports to reach the entire state.
Southwest Highlights
This 7-day odyssey across Utah is the epitome of a wow-worthy journey.
From a mesmerising overnight adventure in iconic Monument Valley to experiencing the real Wild Wild West and immersive visits to Utah’s incredible national parks – Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches and Canyonlands – this is how you see the state in style.
Your South West Highlights package with Bindlestiff Tours includes:
- 1 night at the 3-star Hotel La Quinta Inn Zion (or similar)
- 1 night at the 3-star Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn in Bryce Canyon (or similar)
- 2 nights at the 3-star Moab Valley Inn (or similar)
- 1 night at the 3-star Historic Goulding Lodge in Monument Valley (or similar)
- 1 night at the 3-star Red Feather Lodge at the Grand Canyon (or similar)
- A thrilling Monument Valley guided Navajo jeep tour
- A spectacular Grand Canyon sunrise or sunset tour
- Bindlestiff Tours expert guide throughout
- From $4,089* per person twin share
- Find out more here
Colorado Explorer
This 7-day self-drive adventure affords the flexibility and spontaneity to see Colorado your way, at your own pace.
After touring down in Denver, the Mile High City, you’ll tour the Colorado Front Range and jaw-dropping Rocky Mountain region. It won’t take long to discover why Colorado is a must-do destination when touring the US.
This fun-filled itinerary has it all: adventure, local entertainment, and great food and drink. Spend your days exploring Colorado’s quirky mountain towns and Front Range cities, which effortlessly blend cowboy and contemporary (cowtemporary?) sights, and the world-famous Rocky Mountain National Park.
The Colorado Explorer package includes:
- 2 nights at the 3-star Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown
- 2 nights at the 3-star Quality Inn at Estes Park, near Rocky Mountain National Park, including breakfast
- 1 night at the 3-star Hampton Inn Glenwood Springs
- 1 night at the 3-star DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Junction
- 7 days Alamo car hire in a Toyota Corolla (or similar)
- From $1,499* per person twin share
- Find out more here
Rockies to The Red Rocks with excursion to Salt Lake City
Can’t decide between Utah and Colorado? Thanks to Viva Holidays, there’s no need to choose, as this package effortlessly reveals the highlights of both!
For a scenic coach sightseeing transfer like no other, enjoy the journey between Salt Lake City and Moab. There are also two extraordinary days aboard the famed Rocky Mountaineer, plus time to explore the towns and cities en route.
Package highlights include:
- 2 nights at the 4-star Hotel Indigo Denver (or similar)
- 1 night at the 4.5-star Glenwood Springs (or similar)
- 2 nights at the 4.5-star Hyatt Place in Moab (or similar)
- 1 night at a 4-5-star Salt Lake City property
- 2 days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf service, including gratuities
- Coach transfers from Moab and Salt Lake City
- Rail station transfers
- Two breakfasts and one lunch
- From $4,699* per person twin share
- Find out more here
The deets
To learn more, head to Viva Holidays’ dedicated Colorado and Utah web pages or speak to your preferred travel agent.
Agents, discover more about these packages, including ready-to-go assets, on Viva Holidays’ dedicated agent platform.
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