SPRINGDALE SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Six-Day Passage Through Utah’s Mighty 5: From Delicate Arch to Zion’s Narrows
A compact, intimate six-day loop from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas that visits Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion—this guide orients travelers to the route, highlights, and logistics.
A Six-Day Passage Through Utah’s Mighty 5: From Delicate Arch to Zion’s Narrows.
On a six-day itinerary, Obsidian Expeditions threads a small group through the signature landscapes of Utah’s Mighty 5—sandstone arches and Fiery Furnace mazes in Arches, the mesa viewpoints and Needles spires of Canyonlands, the Waterpocket Fold in Capitol Reef, the hoodoo amphitheater of Bryce Canyon, and Zion’s sheer cliffs, Angel’s Landing and the Narrows—beginning in Salt Lake City and concluding in Las Vegas.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Arches up close — Delicate Arch and the Fiery Furnace
The trip opens among Arches’ sandstone cathedrals with a trek to Delicate Arch and exploration of the labyrinthine Fiery Furnace, offering the first of the trip’s iconic viewpoints and close-up geological drama.
Canyonlands to Capitol Reef — mesas, folds and bridges
From Island in the Sky viewpoints to the Needles' rugged country, then on to Capitol Reef’s Waterpocket Fold and a hike to Hickman Bridge, the route stitches together distinct geologic eras and vantage points.
Bryce’s hoodoos and Zion’s vertigo: Queen’s Garden, Angel’s Landing and the Narrows
Bryce Canyon’s Queen’s Garden–Navajo Loop reveals a forest of hoodoos before the finale in Zion, where ascents to Angel’s Landing, wading through the Narrows and trails to the Emerald Pools close the loop.
What the day feels like
What the six days feel like
This is an on-the-move tour of contrasts: morning hikes and viewpoint stops amid redstone spires, mid-trip stretches across desert panoramas, and concentrated summit and river experiences in Zion. Each day brings a new park and a compact set of hikes and vistas, all delivered within an intimate, small-group setting.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The six-day expedition runs in spring (April 1–June 30) and fall (September 1–November 30).
Specific packing and gear recommendations are provided by the operator; confirm details with Obsidian Expeditions prior to departure.
The program begins with pickup in Salt Lake City, UT, and concludes with drop-off in Las Vegas, NV.
The tour is limited to a maximum of eight participants, ensuring an intimate experience.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The expedition is six days in duration.
When does the tour run?
Dates are offered in spring (April 1–June 30) and fall (September 1–November 30).
What is the group size?
Groups are limited to a maximum of eight passengers.
Where does the trip start and end?
The tour begins with pickup in Salt Lake City, UT, and ends with drop-off in Las Vegas, NV.
Which parks are visited on the itinerary?
The itinerary visits Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.
Are these private tours suitable for all ages?
The program description indicates 'All ages' and offers private tours; prospective participants should discuss individual needs with the operator.