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Day 4. See Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
The enthralling Monument Valley is one of the world’s most photographed places. Indeed, it’s practically an icon of any true American Southwest road trip. This park spans an area that crosses the border between Utah and Arizona.
The fragile sandstone towers here are as tall as 1,000 feet. They are surrounded by miles of mesas, desert sand, hardy shrubs, and stark buttes, all backdropped by beautiful blue skies. The most famous landmarks here are Merrick Butte and Mitten Buttes.
The area is thought to be sacred. Thus, you will have to book a tour with a Navajo guide. Movie mavens might recognize this spot from such feature films as Back to the Future III, Easy Rider, Mission Impossible 2, National Lampoon’s Vacation, Stagecoach, The Lone Ranger, and Forrest Gump. You can even visit famous Forrest Gump Point!
Day 5. See Antelope Canyon And Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend is just 123 miles from Monument Valley. This is a great place to take a break. If you don’t like hiking, you can go kayaking on lovely Lake Powell. You will find alluring Antelope Canyon about 10 minutes away.
It is a stunning slot canyon that is highlighted by the wave-like effect the sunlight has on the canyon’s narrow sandstone walls. You can access it from either Upper Antelope Canyon or Lower Antelope Canyon. The former is more popular with those who prefer less challenging hikes.
Hiking the narrower Lower Antelope Canyon is actually fun even though the above-mentioned sunlight effect is not as impressive here. Keep in mind that you can only hike here with a guide. Additionally, you will want to get a permit well in advance to access Antelope Canyon as well.
If you have some time before you check out of your room in Page, visit the friendly Carl Hayden Visitor Center. You can learn a bit about the engineering and history of the local Glen Canyon Dam through several interpretive exhibits. Book a jeep tour and go stargazing as well.
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