Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon Multisport
Biking & Hiking in Utah & Arizona's National Parks
You have to wonder. What did the first people think when they saw it? The Grand Canyon. The immensity of the chasm, plunging more than a mile at its deepest. Rocks nearly two billion years old. The vastness of the sun-soaked plateaus. Are the outcrops really those colors? The Colorado River - responsible for all the beauty - carving a tenacious path through the middle. It's incredible. Almost indescribable. And it's only a third of the trip. Bryce and Zion are waiting. Each with its own profusion of breathtaking moments. And as you're biking and hiking, feel free to just wonder.
- Astonishing and beautiful geologic formations
- Opt to horseback ride along the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Hike through an impressive slot canyon in Bryce, whose walls are only ten feet apart in places
- Pedal among crimson rocks and desert wildflowers toward Red Canyon
- Splash your way through The Narrows in Zion
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Splash your way through the Narrows in Zion, an exhilarating river hike through one of the most renowned slot canyons in the world - with small waterfalls and hanging gardens cascading down the rock faces.
Day 2 Picturesque routes abound in this hiker's paradise, from easy walks past emerald pools to the unforgettable climb to Angels Landing, bringing you nearly 2,000 feet above the valley for a 360-degree panorama of soaring sandstone.
Days 3-4 Revel in the magnificence of the Grand Canyon 
After cycling along Zion's crimson-colored roads, arrive at the Grand Canyon, one of the world's seven natural wonders Bike to Point Imperial, the North Rim's highest point, walk the secluded Widforss Trail for wide-open vistas across the canyon, or take the scenic drive to Cape Royal for superb views of the Colorado River as it slices through the earth.
Days 5-6 Bryce Canyon's maze of spires, windows and pinnacles Hike through a slot canyon in Bryce, whose walls are only ten feet apart in places On a walk to Queen's Garden, discover a labyrinth of hoodoos and vivid rock formations sprouting from the canyon floor Pedal among vermillion rocks and desert wildflowers toward Red Canyon along a quiet bike path surrounded by sheer cliffs and more hoodoos.
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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Look at what other guests are saying about this trip!
This trip was a celebration of my 60th birthday and I will remember it always; the natural beauty of Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion, the camaraderie of the group, and the fantastic trip leaders who did everything in their power to personalize the trip and provide me with a great time that I will remember forever.- Delmar, NY More about this Trip All Guest Reviews
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Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon Multisport
Casual Inns
Grand Canyon Lodge
Grand Canyon (2 nights) This 1920s rustic stone-and-wood lodge is perched above the grandeur of the remote North Rim.
Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens
Zion (2 nights) A riverside oasis with a beach and lush gardens. (pool)
Bryce Canyon Lodge
Bryce Canyon (1 night) Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this simple park lodge is mere steps from the canyon's edge.
Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon Multisport
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- Hiking 5 miles
- 250 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 3 5 Route Options Available
- Hiking 2, 2.2, 4, 5, 8.2 miles
- 500 - 2200 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 1 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 18 miles
- 500 feet elevation gain
- Hiking 1.5 miles
- 50 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 4 5 Route Options Available
- Biking 22, 44, 50 miles
- 1800 - 3300 feet elevation gain
- Hiking 2 - 10.4 miles
- 100 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 3 2 Route Options Available
- Hiking 3.4, 7 miles
- 500 - 800 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Levels 1 to 4 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 19, 49 miles
- 500 - 900 feet elevation gain