Explore the world's greatest concentration of national parks and monuments known as the "Grand Circle" with an expert geologist. This journey includes Antelope Slot Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Arches, Canyonlands, Lake Powell, Grand Staircase-Escalante, Dead Horse Point, Monument Valley, and Rainbow Bridge. Venture through this breathtaking region and learn about earth history through common themes of sedimentary rocks, uplift and erosion. Examine geological formations such as hoodoos, arches, mesas, buttes, towering cliffs, pinnacles and peaks. Cruise Lake Powell to Rainbow Bridge, one of the natural wonders of the world. Geology is the main focus enhanced with human history presentations and a visit with the Navajo to gain an understanding of cultural traditions with story, songs, dance, and traditional food. The Grand Circle overflows with natural wonders ready for your exploration!

Easy to moderate walks on uneven terrain.

Program in association with Dixie State College, a program provider for over 20 years.

Itinerary

Arrivals St. George, 2 nights; Bryce Canyon, 1 night; Torrey (Capitol Reef), 2 nights; Moab (Arches and Canyonlands), 2 nights; Page, Arizona (Lake Powell), 2 nights; St. George, 1 night; departures St. George.

St. George

The largest city in south-central Utah is at the center of the region's arches, mesas, pinnacles and buttes, in close proximity to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon national parks, as well as Lake Powell and prehistoric archaeological sites.