Utah's Bryce & Zion Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
Utah's Bryce & Zion Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Casual Hotels
2025: Sep2026: May-Jun, Sep
Dolce Tempo Journey among National Park Jewels & Incredible Canyons
Hoodoos, arches and mazes, oh my! Zion and Bryce’s geologic curiosities make you wonder at the mysterious forces that put them here. And there’s plenty of time to wonder. On trails through slot canyons bursting with wildflowers. On a peaceful ride with rose-colored sandstone walls towering all around you. Or on a starry night poised on the canyon rim. This magical land doesn’t have to exist only in your imagination.
Highlights
- Explore the two distinct and dramatic landscapes of Zion and Bryce National Parks and discover the charming and artsy town of Springdale
- Stunning views await on rides through colorful Snow Canyon and Zion's canyon floor and as you walk among Bryce’s vibrantly colored hoodoos and spires
- Discover Zion’s most notable features, including narrow slot canyons, rushing rivers and towering cliffs on your choice of walking and hiking routes
- Enjoy comfortable and historical national park lodges surrounded by unforgettable landscapes—retreats ideal for catching an epic sunset or sipping a glass of wine under a sea of stars

Start/End St. George
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Days 1-3
Welcome to the heart of the Colorado Plateau—home to Utah's spectacular canyon country • Begin your exploration on the seat of your e-bike with a ride through a place the early Mormon pioneers called Snow Canyon • In Zion National Park, we pedal on a low-traffic road along the Virgin River amid walls of Navajo sandstone rising 2,000 feet from the canyon floor—a peaceful and absolutely breathtaking ride • Set out on foot to the Emerald Pools, with trickling waterfalls and hanging gardens • Spend a day in Zion with your choice of picturesque routes in this nature-lover’s paradise—from easy walks through cottonwood trees to a trek through the Narrows—the granddaddy of all slot canyons • Cool off in the hotel pool at day’s end.

Nights 1-3
Nature meets convenience at this expansive property with sweeping views of Zion’s iconic red cliffs and a location a moment's drive to the national park. The hotel’s modern design gets a playful twist with Western accents. (pool)

Days 4-6
In Bryce Canyon, find expansive views while hiking Bryce Point along the canyon rim • Look toward the Sinking Ship, created by tectonic plates shifting and dragging along faults • Walk to Queen’s Garden amid a whimsical labyrinth of hoodoos resembling a petrified forest • Explore Bryce's crooked rock formations, striking monoliths and more fantastical hoodoos • Get ready for a thrilling downhill ride through Red Canyon—a perfect ending to your magical escape.




Nights 4-5
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this simple park lodge is mere steps from the canyon's edge.
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
While the accommodations on this trip reflect the natural surroundings of the national parks and provide unparalleled access to the best activities in the area, the Lodge at Bryce Canyon is simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. The lodge’s basic guest rooms are not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning (nights are usually cool due to the high elevation). Overall, the service standards can seem slow and casual when compared with the hospitality found on other Backroads trips. Please note that internet and cell phone service are extremely limited throughout the parks.
The properties we use on this trip are chosen for their character and ideal location—they are not known for their food. Meals can be simple and menu options tend to lack variety. Please be aware that options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and low-carb meals will be especially limited and substitutions are rarely available.
The National Park Service has many hiking regulations. In Zion National Park they limit where you can hike when accompanied by your Trip Leaders. Your leaders will provide pre-walk briefings, maps and directions so you can explore certain trails on your own. In Bryce Canyon National Park, your leaders can hike with you but can’t act as “interpretive guides.” Throughout the trip, your leaders will give an orientation to the area’s flora, fauna and terrain before your hikes. Thank you for helping us cooperate with each park’s regulations.
Hotels
Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-3
Casual Hotel
Nature meets convenience at this expansive property with sweeping views of Zion’s iconic red cliffs and a location a moment's drive to the national park. The hotel’s modern design gets a playful twist with Western accents. (pool)
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this simple park lodge is mere steps from the canyon's edge.
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Bikes
Enjoy the Ride
On this Dolce Tempo trip, most travelers choose to ride one of our custom titanium e‑bikes (shown below). If you prefer to enjoy the daily rides without electric assistance, you’ll have the option after booking to select a different bike in your Backroads account.

Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 3 customers
The trip exceeded expectations.
Did the Dolce Tempo Biking and Hiking trip to Zion and Bryce. Would be hard to find better leaders than we had on the trip, which added great value to the overall experience. Already looking to find another Dolce Tempo trip and highly recommend them.
Our dolce tempo trip far exceeded our expectations
We were so excited for our first trip with Backroads. Our trip turned out to be the best vacation we have ever taken and we cannot wait to go again! I didn't want it to end, our leaders were so amazing, the food was amazing, we laughed endlessly!! Book the trip!

This was the trip of a lifetime
My wife and I enjoyed this trip immensely and it was a wonderful way to celebrate our 40th anniversary. It was our first BackRoads trip and the guides (Keaton, Mason, and Kelly) were just superb, energetic, knowledgeable, encouraging and just a big ball of happiness. We really did have the trip of a lifetime! Best regards, Tom & Rhonda
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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