Canyon Country

      Grand Canyon Village, AZ, USA

      SJ
      Stevie Jay Travel LLC
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      66 reviews
      Oct 15 - 22, 2019
      Group size: 1 - 44
      Canyon Country
      Grand Canyon Village, AZ, USA

      Stevie Jay Travel LLC
      • Email address verified
      66 reviews

      Oct 15 - 22, 2019
      Group size: 1 - 44

      About this trip

       DRINK IN THE awe-inspiring scenic splendor of the National Parks, canyons and red-rock cliffs of the Southwest. We start out in Scottsdale, Arizona and proceed to Sedona with its red sandstone formations only found here and perhaps a “vortex” or two. Then through Oak Creek Canyon, we continue to the Grand Canyon where we stay on the south rim”. Here, one quick look is never enough as the dramatic colors and shadows change with your point of view and the passing of time. Then on to lovely Lake Powell with its own canyons of butterscotch and blue-black “desert varnish”. Here you can choose from options to see the buttes of Monument Valley or a canyon adventure cruise. But we’re just getting started. In Utah, we see a jaw-dropping variety of spires, called Hoodoos of Bryce Canyon, followed by the awesome multi-colored sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park. Finally, after so much scenic splendor, we head to a modern canyon, Glitter Gulch—Las Vegas, for a bit of fun before flying home.


      Ever seen a cowboy movie in black & white? Photo at top of the page is where many were filmed: Monument Valley, in color.

      Highlights

      • Scottsdale • Sedona • Oak Creek Canyon • Kaibab National Forest • Grand Canyon National Park • Cameron Trading Post • Lake Powell • Monument Valley and Navajo Hogan or Canyon Adventure Cruise • Bryce Canyon National Park • Zion National Park • Las Vegas

      Details

      Tour operated by Collette Vacations. Click here for print-friendly flier.

      All prices are per person, based on occupancy, double: $3866, single: $4766, and price for third person $ (subject to room configuration and current prices). • Document required for US Citizens is government-issue photo ID like Driver’s License valid through trip return date. Other citizens should consult their consulate. • Insurance coverage is Collette’s Cancellation Waiver & TripMateInsurance (www.tripmate.com/wpF430C) covering a full refund through the day before departure (except for the insurance/waiver); other terms at www.gocollette.com/en/about-collette/terms-and-conditions & steviejaytravel.com/terms which are incorporated by reference. . • Price and details are subject to change. Rated 2 on a scale of 5, this tour involves minimal physical activity. Acct#191015s 23Jul18 00:33

      Accommodations

       (7) total number of nights

      Scottsdale (1) Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale

      Grand Canyon National Park (1) Grand Canyon National Park Hotel

      Lake Powell (2) Lake Powell Resort

      Spingdale (2) Majestic View Lodge

      Las Vegas (1) Paris Hotel Las Vegas

      Accommodations

      (7) total number of nights

      Scottsdale (1) Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale

      Grand Canyon National Park (1) Grand Canyon National Park Hotel

      Lake Powell (2) Lake Powell Resort

      Spingdale (2) Majestic View Lodge

      Las Vegas (1) Paris Hotel Las Vegas

      More features than most packages

       More features are included:

      • Local departure from Central Illinois cities on a private motor coach.

      Travel insurance & cancellation waiver no penalty if you cancel day before departure or after illness or accident.

      • Also included: all tips, yes, tour manager, drivers, all baggage handling including airlines’ checked baggage fees (for 1 bag per person).

      •Better to pay a rate that’s a good value now than having to keep digging into your wallet along the way. You could end up paying more on another tour or not have as nice of a carefree experience.

      Space could sell out at any time

      Book before this Collette tour sells out! Does October seem too far in the future? Why delay? Our package includes the $275/person travel insurance/waiver from Collette. It allows you to cancel through the day before departure for any reason without penalty and a full refund, except for the travel insurance ($275).


      Deposit of $775/person includes travel insurance and balance is due June 15*. If you want to pay for your tour in full, either:

      • mail us a check (Stevie Jay Travel LLC, 4413 Trostshire Circle, Champaign IL 61822)

      • or fill in the form (click here) and mail to the address above

      *We will send balance due instructions the first of June.

      What’s included

      • Leave from Central IL
        Round trip motor coach transportation from Central Illinois to Chicago
      • Checked bag fee & tips
        Baggage handling & airline checked baggage fee
      • Round trip flights
        From Chicago to Phoenix & return from Las Vegas
      • Round trip transfers
        Transportation from airport to hotel & back to airport
      • Tour features
        Collette tour manager, transportation, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary
      • Tips to Collette staff
        Tips to tour manager & driver
      • Trip insurance & waiver
        Collette cancellation waiver & Tripmate travel insurance
      • 10 Meals
        6 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners
      • $50 airlines taxes
        Current total airline taxes & fees, subject to change
      • Hotel accommodations
        5 hotel stays, 1-2 nights each
      • Led by Mary Beth Kurasek
        She's with you all the way, from Central Illinois, throughout and back to Central Illinois to assure all goes well and have more fun!

      What’s not included

      • Meals not noted
        In itinerary

      Available Packages

      Double room

      Room for 2 people. with two double beds or one larger bed. We automatically request two beds for all but married couples. If a friend is booking separately, please advise his or her name in Notes To Organizer.

      $3,866
      Deposit: $775
      Single room

      Room for 1 person. But if you have a roommate booking separately, book a double room and please note their name in Notes To Organizer.

      $4,766
      Deposit: $775
      Triple room

      Room for 3 people utilizing two double beds. If you let us know in Notes To Organizer, we can request a roll-away bed but it cannot be guaranteed; also advise name if one of the triple is booking separately.

      $3,816
      Deposit: $775


      Itinerary

      Day 1 Tuesday 10/15/19
      Central Illinois-Chicago-Phoenix-Scottsdale, Arizona

      Board our private motor coach to O’Hare where Mary Beth gets help if you need assistance with luggage and check-in. We board our flight to begin our exploration of the most famous canyons of the American West on a journey featuring three national parks. We are with you from hometown and throughout the tour to make sure all goes well. At our hotel in colorful Scottsdale, you will join your fellow travelers and our Collette Tour Director for a welcome dinner. (D)


      Picture is of Old Scottsdale boutiques located near our hotel

      Your Organizer


      SJ
      Stevie Jay Travel LLC
      66 reviews
      Stevie Jay has been leading tours and broadcasting in radio for decades now. He's crazy about his wife, Janet, and their four kids. Bill Owen has been designing custom tours for 51 years and lives in an olive grove. Mary Beth Kuraskek joined us in the spring of 2018. She has been a tour director for over 20 years. Stevie Jay 217 840 9913; Mary Beth 217 840-8724; Bill 217 619-0202. Our home page is at www.steviejaytravel.com.

      Reviews

      We had a great time! Travel was super easy with our bus to and from the airport, check-ins at the airport and into each hotel. It was great to have days perfectly planned with a great list of activities. We really enjoyed our travel guide in San Francisco - he was so knowledgeable and did a great job showing us around. Our LA guide was OK but I think it was hard to see much of interest as LA seems so spread out. We also wanted to provide a special 'shout out' to our bus driver (Ruben w/Via) for the week. Ruben was fantastic!! Would definitely go again!
      By Robert R for Wisconsin to World Ag Expo in California on Mar 03, 2024
      It was a delightful trip! Mary Beth does a beautiful job, as usual. Every detail went smoothly and was handled first class! 'Sorry to learn that there are no other day trips planned for the future. Janann Vance
      By Janann V for Yuletide Celebration 2023 on Dec 17, 2023
      The trip was good except for the flight which is normal and the bus back from Ohara but understand this will be corrected and gift available for future trips. But I also must mention the dinner on the last night there. Dinner was a long way from hotel and the time we it took us plus and the time we returned just did not make any since, since several in our group had to get up to catch their plane home early in the morning. It would have made much more since to have this dinner the night prior and the last dinner could have been held in the hotel or a walking distance from the hotel and much earlier. This should be looked at on any of your future trips
      By Michael M for Culinary Journey Through Tuscany on Nov 06, 2023
      Overall, it was a great trip! The group guide was excellent and the local guides were also very good. I learned something new every day and have amazing photos to remember this trip for years to come!
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      I enjoyed the accommodations, the tour of Provence, small towns, the guide, Gerard, the luxurious bus and wonderfully competent driver, Alessandro. The experience were exuberant, cooking class, truffle hunting and tasting, the boat ride. I enjoyed the people and camaraderie.
      By Kathryn M for Provence & Riviera, Off the Beaten Path on Oct 18, 2023
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