In the morning we will depart from Los Angeles and head to St. George. We will not be lonely during the long journey. Along the way, we will pass through the San Bernardino Forest, pass through the Mojave Desert, the largest desert in North America, pass through dots of Joshua trees, and arrive in Las Vegas, the paradise of pleasure in the desert, in the afternoon. After a short rest we continue our journey and will reach St. George in the evening.
Itinerary:
Los Angeles → Las Vegas → St. George
Today we will head to Lower Antelope Canyon. Passing through Glen Canyon, it is home to the second largest artificial lake in the United States - Lake Powell (car tour). It is surrounded by 96 canyons and looks like another grand canyon sitting on the lake. Lower Antelope Canyon is one of the top ten famous photography locations in the world. We will follow the Navajo Indian guide to explore their protected area. Then go to Horseshoe Bend, one of the top ten best photography locations in the United States selected by National Geographic magazine. After lunch, we headed to Monument Valley. The magnificence of Monument Valley is difficult to describe in words. Huge sculptures stand on the red field.
Itinerary:
St. George → Glen Canyon (passing by Lake Powell) → Lower Antelope Canyon (at your own expense, 90 minutes) → Horseshoe Bend (60 minutes) → Monument Valley (120 minutes, you can take a jeep at your own expense) → Blanding
Lower Antelope Canyon Lower Antelope Canyon
Lower Antelope Canyon is located in northern Arizona, USA. It was formed from soft sandstone after millions of years of various erosion forces. Flash floods often flow into the canyon during the monsoon season. Due to the sudden increase in rainfall, the flow rate of the flash flood is quite fast. In addition, the narrow channel narrows the river channel, so the vertical erosion force becomes relatively larger, forming a corridor at the bottom of Lower Antelope Canyon and a hard and smooth edge like flowing water on the canyon wall. There is no artificial lighting in Lower Antelope Canyon. All visible light comes from the cracks at the top of the canyon. The light is repeatedly refracted by the rock texture and enters the valley bottom, producing dreamlike irregular color changes. These colors range from deep to light, colorful and beautiful.
Horseshoe Bend Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend – one of the top 10 best photography locations in the United States by National Geographic! The dense aquatic plants on the Colorado River bed make the river water appear fluorescent green in the sunlight. The river turns 360 degrees in the reddish-brown canyon, cutting a horseshoe-shaped canyon, hence the name Horseshoe Bend. Standing on the edge of the cliff, you will be immersed in the breathtaking beauty of the clear water, blue sky and red rocks.
Monument Valley Monument Valley
Monument Valley began to appear in many media in the 1930s as a symbol of the original Great West of the United States. The most famous one is in many western films by American director John Ford, including "Stagecoach" and "The Searchers". The cross-country run in director Robert Chamakis's "Forrest Gump" ends here. The magnificence of Monument Valley is difficult to describe in words. Huge sculptures stand on the red field. This is the resonance of desolation and wild music, a holy place for the sublimation of life and soul.
In the morning we will go to Arches National Park to explore the largest collection of natural sandstone arches in the world. The deep orange arches have withstood millions of years of wind and rain erosion and still stand proudly on this salt layer. In the afternoon we drove to Salt Lake City and first visited the famous "Temple Square". Mormon sisters led us to visit this holy place. Later we will visit the palace-like Capitol Hill in Utah and visit the most luxurious and spectacular state capital building in the United States. Then visit the "Dead Sea" Great Salt Lake in the United States.
Itinerary:
Blanding → Arches National Park (2 hours) → Utah State Capitol (30 minutes) → Temple Square (45 minutes) → Great Salt Lake (20 minutes) → Hotel
Arches National Park Arches National Park
Arches National Park is located in Utah, USA, near the town of Moab, covering an area of 309 square kilometers and preserving more than 2,000 natural rock arches. About 300 million years ago, this salt formation was an ocean. Millions of years after the sea disappeared, the salt layers were covered by dregs from the air and water, and extruded into rocks with other debris. After the uplift of the earth's crust and natural weathering, it became the arch it is today. There are not only arches in the park, but also numerous unique geological features such as large and small spiers, pedestals, and balancing stones; all the stones have textures with very strong color contrasts.
Utah State Capitol Utah State Capitol
The Utah State Capitol is located in Salt Lake City. The size and shape of the entire building is comparable to the Capitol Hill in Washington. The top of the state government building is a Byzantine dome, which is dazzling and brilliant under the sunlight. The interior of the building is more magnificent and exquisitely crafted. The walls are made of smooth marble, the ceiling is painted with exquisite murals, and countless finely carved figures stand among them, lifelike. In addition, because Utah is also known as the "Beehive State", a sculpture of a beehive is placed prominently in front of the building, which is one of the must-take photos for tourists here.
Temple Square Temple Square
Salt Lake City, Utah, is the global base of Mormonism. It is a group of buildings belonging to the headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) in the center of Salt Lake City, Utah, including the Salt Lake City Temple, Salt Lake City Chapel, Salt Lake City Assembly Hall, Seagull Monument and two visitor centers, covering an area of 10 acres.
Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake is the second largest saltwater lake in the world and the largest inland salt lake in North America. It is located in western Utah, USA, with the Rocky Mountains to the east and desert to the west. It consists of 10 islands. It is also a wildlife sanctuary, attracting millions of migratory birds every year. The salt content of the lake here is as high as 25%, second only to the Dead Sea. Only some algae that can tolerate high salinity can survive in the lake.
Depart from Salt Lake City in the morning and drive to Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park. The endless grassland hills along the way; the cattle and sheep all over the mountains and plains; the towering snow-capped mountains; the endless rivers; and the hard-working cowboys are all refreshing. The colorful Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the colorful palette, the world-famous Old Faithful, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, the majestic and beautiful Yellowstone Grand Canyon, the galloping Upper Falls, the colorful misty Norris, watch wild animals up close... exciting events are coming one after another!
Itinerary:
Salt Lake City → Yellowstone National Park(3 hours, go to Palette, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, Old Faithful Geyser, Fountain Trail, Morning Glory and other scenic spots. The tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement)
Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park
It is located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "Backbone of America", on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonder is his symbol, a primitive landscape tempered by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely Mammoth Area, Roosevelt Area, Canyon Area, Geyser Area and Lake Area. Each of the five scenic areas has its own characteristics. Beyond the limits of what human art can express, it is the most wonderful and spectacular beauty on the face of the earth.
The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring in Yellowstone
Also known as the Colorful Pool, it is the largest hot spring in the United States and the third largest in the world, with a width of 75-91 meters and a depth of 49 meters. About 2,000 liters of hot water at 71 degrees gushes out every minute. The amazing thing about Grand Prismatic Hot Springs is that the color of the lake changes with the seasons. In spring, the lake changes from emerald green to golden orange due to microorganisms such as algae and pigment-containing bacteria living in the mineral-rich water. In mid-summer, the chlorophyll content is relatively low, so the lake appears a brilliant orange, red or yellow color. But in the cold winter months, due to lack of light, these microorganisms will produce more chlorophyll to suppress the color of carotenoids, so the water body will appear a deep dark green.
Old Faithful Geyser Old Faithful Geyser
Old Faithful Geyser is named for its consistent and regular eruptions. Currently, it erupts approximately every 60 to 110 minutes. Each eruption lasts for four to five minutes. The water column reaches a height of more than 40 meters. It is spectacular and never stops. The Old Faithful Visitor Center will lay out the eruption timetable in advance, so you can check the eruption time first and then go sightseeing with confidence.
Yellowstone Fountain Paint Pot
The Palette is a mud fountain. Minerals in the soil and rocks are dissolved by acidic hot springs to form mud. Because the muddy water is very viscous, you can also clearly see the slow formation and collapse of bubbles. The soil around the fountain looks like dried oil paint, causing the fountain itself to look like a pot of water in which the oil paint has been washed, like a painter's drawing board, filled with colorful spices.
Today we will continue to experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The mysterious and quiet forests, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty rivers all make people marvel at the magic of nature. Then we entered Grand Teton National Park, where eternal glaciers cover the majestic Grand Teton Mountains, surrounded by blue skies and forests, like a fairyland. Then come to the authentic western cowboy town of Jackson, which is also a world-famous resort. Don’t miss Antler Park in the city center.
Itinerary:
West Yellowstone → Yellowstone National Park(3 hours, stop at West Thumb Geyser Basin, Upper Falls, Artist Point, etc. The arrangement of attractions will be adjusted based on the actual situation of the day) → Grand Teton National Park (60 minutes) → Jackson → Antler Park (30 minutes)
Warm reminder:Yellowstone Park is located in the Rocky Mountains, about 7,000 feet above sea level; in mid-summer, the temperature in the morning in July and August is sometimes only 4°C, so please keep warm.
Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park
It is located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "Backbone of America", on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonder is his symbol, a primitive landscape tempered by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely Mammoth Area, Roosevelt Area, Canyon Area, Geyser Area and Lake Area. Each of the five scenic areas has its own characteristics. Beyond the limits of what human art can express, it is the most wonderful and spectacular beauty on the face of the earth.
Upper Yellowstone Falls
The upper waterfall is located 400 meters upstream of the larger Yellowstone Falls. The waterfall flows vertically down the volcanic cliff with a height of 33 meters. The originally uneven volcanic rocks below the waterfall have been smoothed by hundreds of years of erosion by the waterfall.
West Thumb Geyser Basin West Thumb Geyser Basin
The West Thumb Geyser Basin is located on the edge of Yellowstone Lake. It was formed due to the collapse of the earth's crust 150,000 years ago. The combination of hot fountains and lake water creates a wonderful smoky landscape: the smoky place is the steam of the hot springs, and the green waves are filled with Yellowstone lake water. It complements the blue sky and white clouds in the background, forming a landscape that is different from other hot spring areas in Yellowstone. This is equivalent to the bay of Yellowstone Lake. Many geysers gather here. The colors of the water spout are various, some are transparent green, and some are dark black like cement color. Many water spouts present a beautiful illusion.
Artist Point Artist Point
The scenery here is particularly spectacular. The canyon is more than three hundred feet deep. The walls of the canyon are mainly yellow, mixed with black, red and pink, and green pine trees. The colors are mixed and not chaotic, looking like a peacock's tail in full bloom, or like the pointillism of a Romantic painter who dotted several layers of colors in the same place.
Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park was established on February 26, 1929. There are 300 kilometers of trails in Grand Teton National Park. There are many lakes in the park, including Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake. Most of Grand Teton National Park is located within the Rocky Mountains, and the natural landscape is spectacular. In addition, Grand Teton National Park also has extremely rich biological resources, including American bison, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, etc.
Elk Antler Arches Park
The park is not big, with giant arches made of antlers in the four directions of east, west, north and south. The antlers are all top quality, but these antlers are not obtained from hunting. Every winter, a large number of elk come from the mountains to the National Elk Refuge in Jackson to spend the winter. In the spring, the antlers naturally fall off and are renewed. After the elk leave, countless treasures are left everywhere.
In the morning we will drive to Bryce Canyon National Park. Bryce is not so much a canyon as it is a huge open-air arena, with towering brown stone layers stacked on top of each other, like stone figurines guarding the heaven and earth. At noon, we headed southwest and entered Zion National Park, which is beautiful, lush, with trees and flowers blooming everywhere.
Itinerary:
Puwat → Bryce Canyon National Park (60 minutes) → Zion National Park (60 minutes) → Las Vegas
Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park is located in southwestern Utah, USA. Although its name contains the word canyon, it is not a real canyon, but a huge natural amphitheater formed by erosion along the east side of the Ponsagunt Plateau. Its unique geographical formations, called lithosphere, are formed by wind, water and ice erosion from rivers, and sedimentary rocks from lake beds. The red, orange and white rocks within it form a unique natural landscape, so it is known as the palace of natural stone figurines.
Zion National Park Zion National Park
Zion National Park is a dream destination for hikers and photographers. Although it is located in the desert, the terrain is anything but barren. Formed by millions of years of erosion, the park's diverse rock formations, countless wilderness trails and one-of-a-kind wildlife beckon to those seeking an experience of solitude and inspiration. The park's many canyons, fauna and cultural sites are suitable for exploration in any season, but spring and autumn are at their most pleasant and the flowers are in full bloom.
In the early morning, we drove to the West Canyon. You can choose to take a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon at your own expense, or visit the world's highest skywalk glass bridge located on the edge of the canyon. It is suspended above 4,000 feet above sea level. It cost 60 million US dollars and can withstand the weight of 71 Boeing 747 airliners (approximately 71 million pounds) at the same time. In the afternoon, pass by Hoover Dam and return to Las Vegas.
Itinerary:
Las Vegas → Canyon West(3 hours, you can participate in the glass bridge at your own expense and take a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon panorama at your own expense) → hoover dam(passing by) → las vegas
West Rim West Rim
West Canyon is the western end canyon of the long Colorado Canyon, referred to as West Canyon, also known as the Grand Canyon West Rim. The West Canyon is a protected area of the Hualapai Indians. It is developed by investors and is not managed by the Grand Canyon National Park. Xixia is only less than three hours one-way from Las Vegas. A U-shaped glass corridor has also been built here for everyone to feel the height and excitement of the canyon.
West Rim Skywalk
The West Canyon Glass Bridge is a "Sky Bridge" conceived by the Chinese and took 10 years to plan and build. It is known as the eighth wonder of the world. This unprecedented project can withstand strong winds, a magnitude 8 earthquake, and bear the weight of 20,000 people. The glass bridge is horseshoe-shaped and is more than 1,000 meters above the ground. The bottom of the entire bridge is made of glass, which is enough to test the courage of tourists. Stand on the glass bridge, overlooking the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River more than 1,000 meters below, and feel the freedom of walking in the clouds.
In the morning, at your own expense, you can follow an experienced tour guide to the Las Vegas Internet Celebrity Welcome Sign to check in, and then go to the most popular Internet celebrity attraction on the avenue - M-Bean Chocolate World and the connected Coca-Cola theme store, with colorful chocolate beans, unique Coca-Cola flavors, and a dazzling array of peripheral products. During the tour, you will have an in-depth understanding of the commodity culture of the two giants. You can also watch 3D movies in the four-story chocolate world, giving you a different viewing experience in the sweet air. Then we came to the newly opened Fly Over Las Vegas, which uses the latest photoelectric technology + electric riding + 4D experience to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Las Vegas and surrounding areas from a different perspective. Saying goodbye to the casino, we headed to the internet-famous attraction - Colorful Stonehenge. Arrive at Barstow Outlets in the afternoon to enjoy shopping, and arrive in Los Angeles in the evening.
Itinerary:
Las Vegas Internet Celebrities Welcome Signature Check-in & M's Chocolate World & Coca-Cola Theme Store & Fly over Las Vegas (at your own expense, 90 minutes) → Colorful Stonehenge (30 minutes) → Barstow Outlets (120 minutes) → Los Angeles
If you choose not to participate in self-funded projects, you can move around freely in the hotel.
M&M'S Las Vegas
This is the first store in the world of M's Chocolate. It opened on the Las Vegas Strip in 1997. It covers an area of 28,000 square feet and has four floors. It has all kinds of colorful and interesting M's chocolates, as well as a dazzling array of peripheral products. Enjoy the sweetness and smoothness of the chocolate while feasting your eyes!
Coca-Cola Store Las Vegas
There are only two Coca-Cola themed stores in the world to satisfy all your Coca-Cola fantasies! The door of the theme store is a four-story classic Coca-Cola bottle. The store has a wide variety of products, from toys, stationery, aprons to clothing, table lamps, and accessories. Everything is printed with the "Coca-Cola" trademark. This is also a paradise for collectors. The store sells Coca-Cola made in different eras and countries. The various countries' texts printed on the bottles are definitely the best souvenirs. You can also take a photo with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear on the first floor.
FlyOver Las Vegas FlyOver Las Vegas
Flyover Las Vegas is the ultimate flight experience on the Las Vegas Strip! Standing in front of a 52.5-foot-wide spherical screen, with the support of the most advanced technology, you can glide through vast grasslands and towering peaks, dive into valleys with rushing rivers, travel across land, sea and sky, explore the Wild West, and immerse yourself in unique attractions without leaving the Las Vegas Strip.
Seven Magic Mountains
In the vast desert on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Nevada, there are seven pillars stacked with colored stones, collectively called the Seven Magic Mountains. These seven 9-meter-high rainbow-like stone formations stand in the desert, injecting some lively color into the single desert scenery. This is a place that Internet celebrities must not miss to check in and take photos.
Outlets at Barstow
Barstow Outlets is located in the desert, on the only road from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. This outlet does not have many first-tier luxury brands, but second-tier brands, especially American brands, are relatively complete and concentrated. The service is also quite good, and it is a new experience when you shop there.
Kind tips:
If you choose to leave the group or drop off at the airport in Las Vegas, you will only be able to participate in the self-funded itinerary of Las Vegas Internet Celebrity Welcome Signature Check-in & M&M Chocolate World & Coca-Cola Theme Store & Flying to Las Vegas, and you will not be able to participate in the remaining itineraries.
