Canyon Country Tour

Park Education Travel

CANYON COUNTRY of NATIONAL PARKS
March 17 - 27, 2004

Application Form	Write to: NPT@parktrust.org
Alaska Wilderness Guides	Official Websites
6 days capturing the beauty of Arches

Dear Park Friends:

The National Park Trust announces another trip of a lifetime--here in the USA.

“Canyon Country" Tour - March 17 - 27, 2004

Come and participate in a grand adventure on a 10 day tour of 11 nights. Listen to the coyotes serenade, watch the stars on the banks of a quiet, flowing, desert river. Wonder at natural marvels, contemplate the ancients who were there before us. Visit some of the best of the west. And all with the efficiency and intimacy of small group travel- as maximum group size is 10 plus guide.

Starting in Las Vegas, our tour loops through and explores some of the west's most scenic natural and historical wonders. This is a "Pioneer Tour" designation, meaning that although I am familiar with all places listed below, it will be the first time we have run this itinerary on a tour circuit. It took years for me to get to know the places we will visit, and it is my privilege to share these places with you. The pioneer tours have a great energy, giving a real sense of exploration.

Along the way we will visit these areas, and more:

Tour the Hoover Dam
Stay in cabins on the edge of the Grand Canyon
Overnight in the Navaho Nation in Monument Valley, with evening campfire stories by a Native Guide
View the winding canyon of the San Juan River from Goosenecks State Park
Overnight in the quiet small town of Bluff, Utah, on the banks of the San Juan River. Many Petroglyphs in this area, some dating back 8000 years!
A visit to the historic Hatch Trading Post
Hiking around the Anasazi towers of remote Hovenweep National Monument
Visit the spacious Notah Dineh Trading Company and Museum
Viewing the cliff dwellings Mesa Verde National Park Mesa Verde National Park
Canyonlands National Park - Needles District- hikes through the redrock country
Newspaper Rock pictograph panel of the Ancients
Arches National Park - the largest concentration of natural arches in the world
Natural Bridges National Monument - high desert wonders
Through the Waterpocket Fold of Capitol Reef National Park - what a view!
Grand Staircase National Monument , comprised of three major physiographic regions
Bryce Canyon National Park , an explosion of colorful hoodoos
Zion National Park , all of its wonders and a room by the Virgin River

INCLUDED FEATURES

11 nights stay in some exceptional hotels, cabins, and bed and breakfasts
Ground transportation from and returning to our hotel in Las Vegas- Treasure Island on the strip.
Entrance fees to National Parks and other sights
Two breakfasts
And some picnics- we are often out in remote areas that have no restaurants.
Driver/Guide - Eric Schmidt

PRICE

$1810 per person, based on double occupancy.
Single supplement $460

TERMS & CONDITIONS

DEPOSIT: 50% required at booking
FINAL PAYMENT: Due in full 60 days prior to departure

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellation 90 days or more before departure: $100
Cancellation 89 to 60 days before departure: 25% of the tour price
Cancellation 59 to 30 days before departure: 50% of the tour price
Cancellation less than 29 days before departure: 100% of the tour price
If we can fill your cancelled space, we will be able to waive all but the $100 booking fee.
Requests for refunds must be submitted by email, fax, or letter.

AWG is not responsible for any expenses incurred for cancellation or delay as a result of weather or other circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make altercations or cancellations of itineraries for safety or scheduling reasons.

Participants must be in reasonably good health without physical or mental disabilities that would compromise the tour.

On advancement of the deposit to AWG, you signify that you meet and agree to all of the terms and conditions.

Part of the proceeds are donated to National Park Trust.

Bring a spirit of adventure and your hiking boots!
A detailed gear list can be sent by request.

To book this tour, click Application Form OR contact:
Eric Schmidt
P.0. Box 110504
Anchorage, AK 99511-0504
Phone/Fax (907) 345-4470
Email: info@akwild.com

For more information please contact npt@parktrust.org or call (202) 548-0500.