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Zion 4 Day Weekend Bike Tour
EXPLORER | 4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS
TREKTRAVEL.COM | 866-464-8735
ZION 4 DAY WEEKEND BIKE
TOUR
A DESERT CYCLING WONDERLAND
From
Tucked deep in the southwest corner of Utah, Zion National Park and $1 999
Springdale are a desert wonderland of vivid red rocks, sheer soaring
Ri der Type
cliffs, and cool flowing waters. From the stunning views of the Court of Leisure
the Patriarchs and the Great Arch of Zion to the depths of the Virgin River
Hotel Styl e
Narrows, this region's surreal landscape can't be found anywhere else on Explo rer
earth. Trek Travel's Zion Weekend trip allows you to experience the best
of this magnificent area by biking and hiking through its canyons and Durati on
4 days | 3 night s
over its mesas, where each day plays its own unique concert of light and
color over the iconic red rock formations. Start | End
St . Geo rge, Ut ah
Dates
2020/Apr/May/Oct /No v
TRIP WOWS
Marvel at the 2,000-foot sandstone walls of Zion Canyon
Refuel with locally-sourced Southwestern cuisine, including farm-fresh meats served with hearty combinations
of corn, rice, and beans spiced with chili peppers
Descend past the Checkerboard Mesa into a sea of petrified dunes on Zion's eastern edge
Explore the desert town of Springdale with its galleries and unique shops
Experience the incredible slot canyon of the Virgin River Narrows or the views from Angels Landing or Observation
PointDAILY ITINERARY
2020
TODAY 'S RIDE: SHORT OPTION: AV ID OPTION:
Day S p r in g d a le t o Z io n L o d g e
Re t urn
S p r in g d a le t o Pa ' r u s T r a il
Re t urn
S p r in g d a le t o T e m p le o f
S in a wa va R e t u r n
Approximately 10 miles with 550 Approximately 5 miles with 205 f eet Approximately 17 miles with 1,050
f eet of climbing of climbing f eet of climbing
1 DESCRIPTION:
Once everyone has gathered, you'll take a two- hour private shuttle to your f irst hotel, Flanigan’s Inn. Here you will enjoy a
picnic lunch prepared by your Trek Travel guides. Your guides will then lead a short round of introductions bef ore
discussing the rules of bike saf ety and of f ering some specif ic cycling tips f or riding in Zion National Park. They'll ensure
you a comf ortable f it to your bike and f amiliarize you with some of its f eatures. Then, the red road awaits! Pedal along
the banks of the Virgin River to the Temple of Sinawava and turn your gaze upwards at the towering Navajo sandstone
clif f s above. This evening, you and your new travel companions will meet f or a drink by the Virgin River f or a wonderf ul
tale of Zion Canyon bef ore sitting down to a delicious dinner in the lively desert town of Springdale. Take in the
incredible surroundings as the sun sets over the canyon rim.
HOTEL :
Flanigan’s Inn INCL U DED MEA L S:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Lunch | Social Hour | DinnerTODAY 'S RIDE:
Day Z io n T u n n e l t o Z io n Mo u n t a in
R a n c h R e t u r n , wit h Z io n
SHORT OPTION:
Z io n T u n n e l t o Z io n Mo u n t a in
T u n n e l De sc e n t Ra nc h Re t urn
Approximately 23 miles with 1,330 Approximately 19 miles with 1,200
2
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing
DESCRIPTION:
Following a leisurely morning at your hotel, you will begin today's ride pedaling east f rom the f amous mile- long Zion
Tunnel. Ride along a red ribbon of road that traces the path of ancient rock f ormations, underneath piñon and
ponderosa pines, in and out of petrif ied sand dunes, and past the Checkerboard Mesa. You will leave the Park f or a
short while to enjoy a delicious f arm- to- table lunch at Cordwood. Once you’ve explored the f arm a bit, you’ll hop back on
your bike and ride towards Zion Tunnel once more. Choose to add on a f ew miles af ter a short shuttle and descend
sweeping switchbacks to the f loor of Zion Canyon on your way to the hotel. This af ternoon, you may choose to get
back into the park on f oot by taking advantage of one of the many hiking options. If you aren’t af raid of heights, we
recommend the iconic Angel’s Landing, one of the most dramatic hikes you will ever do. Or you may decide to spend
your time in the many art galleries and shops of Springdale or simply relax poolside. This evening Springdale’s
restaurants are yours to explore f or dinner.
HOTEL :
Flanigan's Inn INCL U DED MEA L S:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Breakf ast | Lunch
TODAY 'S A CTIV ITY :
Day Hike in o r a r o u n d Z io n
Na t io n a l Pa r k
Virgin River Narrows, Observation
Point Trail, Weeping Rock or a
3
variety of other options
DESCRIPTION:
Hiking of f ers an intimate way to enjoy Zion's diverse and expansive trail system, and today is your opportunity to
explore the Park on your own on f oot. You may discover the f abled Virgin River Narrows (water level permitting) and hike
through clear water beneath towering rock walls. Tackle the challenging Observation Point Trail or select a shorter walk
to Weeping Rock or the Emerald Pools. Whatever you decide, your guides will be available to provide suggestions and
inf ormation on where to explore on your own, and provide lunch f or you to take on the trail inside of Zion National Park.
You’ll spend your f inal evening together reminiscing over the week’s adventures at the Bit and Spur restaurant.
Challenge your guides to a game of pool over margaritas bef ore a great Mexican dinner at this Springdale mainstay and
local's f avorite.
HOTEL : INCL U DED MEA L S:
Flanigan's Inn Breakf ast | Lunch | Social Hour |
VIS IT WEBS IT E Dinner
TODAY 'S RIDE: AV ID OPTION:
Day S p r in g d a le t o T e m p le o f
S in a wa va R e t u r n
S p r in g d a le t o Z io n T u n n e l
Re t urn
Approximately 17 miles with 1,050 Approximately 11 miles with 1,330
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing
4 DESCRIPTION:
On your last morning, you can rise early f or a f inal spin beneath Zion's unf orgettable towering clif f s. Take advantage of
the quiet early morning road to ref lect upon your adventurous weekend. Ride along the Pa'rus bike path and up to the
western entrance of the Zion Tunnel. As you head back towards the Inn, down the six sweeping switchbacks you just
rode up, you will be treated to f antastic views of the canyon and the Great Arch of Zion, The West Temple, The Sundial,
and the Altar of Sacrif ice all bathed in spectacular morning light. Or, take the morning to sleep in and indulge in some
much- deserved rest bef ore check- out.
INCL U DED MEA L S:
Breakf ast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
For us, the details matter mostEvery moment of a Trek Travel bike t rip has more t han you could have ever dreamed. More romance. More scenery. More choice.
It 's t he lit t le addit ions t o every Trek Travel cycling vacat ion t hat make it t ruly special. And t hat 's how we help you creat e more
memories.
What's Included
• 3 night s of accommodat ion at handpicked hot els
• Two experienced guides t o provide local knowledge, support , and camaraderie
• Daily rout e support wit h bot h guides and our support van
• Daily breakfast , 2 lunches and 2 dinners
• 2 social hours of drinks and hors d'oeuvres
• Ride a Trek Domane SL 7 disc or a Trek Verve+ Elect ric- Assist hybrid bike
• Up t o t hree daily rout e opt ions on riding days
• Snacks and drinks for each day's ride
• Trek Travel Bont rager cycling jersey t o keep
• Trek Travel wat er bot t les t o keep
• Cinch sack day bag t o keep
• Each bike is equipped wit h a Garmin Edge 1030 GPS comput er, flat pack, front and rear Bont rager Flare R light s, a Bont rager
saddle and pedals (Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mount ain pedals, caged or flat pedals)
• Bont rager WaveCel helmet s
• All grat uit ies for drivers, local expert s and hospit alit y st aff
• All luggage t ransfers and t ransport at ion during your t rip
• A personalized phot obook of your t rip
• Ent rance fees for all act ivit ies, privat e t ours and event s
Gear
• Trek Domane SL 7 disc carbon road bike wit h Shimano Di2 elect ronic shift ing or Trek Elect ric- Assist Verve+, available in a limit ed
quant it y
• Trek Travel Bont rager cycling jersey t o keep
• Trek Travel wat er bot t les t o keep
• Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mount ain pedals, caged or flat pedals
• Bont rager WaveCel helmet
• Bont rager men's and women's specific saddles
• Bont rager front and rear Flare R light s and a flat pack
• Garmin Edge 1030 GPS comput er
• Cinch sack day bag t o keep
• Upgrade your bike t o include carbon wheels (+$200)
• Coupon valued up t o $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Your coupon will be delivered via email.
• For the most comfortable ride, you may choose to bring your own pedals, saddle, and helmet on the trip. Your guides will install
your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
THANK YOUR GUIDES, BY TIPPING
Grat uit ies for your Trek Travel guides are not included in your t rip price. We recommend t ipping 7.5- 10% of your t rip price for t he
guide t eam. Local currency is preferred and unless you want t o t ip separat ely, guides will divide t ips amongst t hemselves. Please
t ip your guides at your discret ion, based on t heir level of professionalism, guest care and service.
What’s Not Included
• Airfare and t ransport at ion t o and from t he t rip pick- up/drop- off locat ions
• Lodging before and aft er t he t rip
• Personal it ems purchased during t he t rip
• Opt ional act ivit ies not scheduled by Trek Travel
• On select t rips some meals are not included. On t hese t rips, Trek Travel invit es you t o explore t he local cuisine at your leisure.
HOTELS
FLANIGAN'S INNSP RI N GD A L E, U TA H
This modern, sophist icat ed inn just
st eps from t he Zion Nat ional Park
ent rance boast s a full- service spa
wit h hot - st one, sport s recovery and
deep- t issue massage, as well as one
of t he locals' favorit e bist ros: The
Spot t ed Dog. Everyt hing here is
locally- sourced when possible and at
t he height of freshness. Choose t o
sit back wit h a coffee and enjoy t he
view. Here, relaxat ion is your only job.
MEETING &
DEPARTING
How To Get There Meeting Time And Location
We suggest t hat you arrive at least Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at t he Best West ern Abbey Inn (1129 S Bluff
one day prior t o t he t rip st art , which St reet , St . George, UT 84770) at 10:00 AM on t he first day of t he t rip. Once t he
will enable you t o adjust t o t he t ime luggage has been loaded, you will shut t le t wo hours t o Coral Pink Sand Dunes
zone and minimize t he risk of missing St at e Park. Please have your first day’s riding gear handy and separat e from your
t he t rip st art due t o flight - relat ed ot her luggage t o facilit at e t he bike fit t ing and ride.
delays. We recommend t hat you fly
int o St . George, Ut ah (SGU). You can If you will be lat e for t he pick- up or are going t o miss it alt oget her, please inform
cont act t he St . George Shut t le your guides. You will receive an email a week before t he t rip st art wit h t heir names
(800- 933- 8320, and cont act det ails. If you cannot reach t hem, please call your first hot el and
www.St GShut t le.com) t o schedule a leave a message wit h your expect ed arrival t ime and cont act det ails. We st rongly
t axi ride from t he airport t o recommend t hat you make t he scheduled pick- up t ime, as t here are few
downt own St . George for t ransport opt ions t o t he first hot el. However, if t his is not possible and you do
approximat ely $25, one way. Or you need t o arrange privat e t ransport at ion, we suggest you t ry t he St . George Shut t le
can call for a t axi upon arrival at t he (800 933 8320, www.St GShut t le.com) t o arrange t ransport at ion at your own
airport and should expect t o pay a expense.
similar amount . However, t axis are
not necessarily wait ing at t his small
airport so we encourage you t o Departing Time And Location
arrange t ransport at ion ahead of t ime
for t he t ransfer bet ween t he airport You will say farewell t o your guides at 11:00 AM at Flanigan's Inn. You’ll t hen t ravel
and your accommodat ions. by shut t le t o t he St . George Airport (SGU), arriving at approximat ely 12:00 PM.
Alt ernat ively, you may fly int o Las Please allow adequat e connect ion t ime for any ongoing t ravel t o accommodat e
Vegas, Nevada (LAS) and shut t le possible t raffic delays. If needed, you can alt ernat ively be dropped off at t he
approximat ely 2 hours t o St . George. Abbey Inn or Temple View RV in downt own St . George aft er t he airport drop- offs
The St . George Shut t le (800 933 have been made.
8320, www.St GShut t le.com) cost
$19- $49 per person depending on
t he shut t le t ype: Economy, St andard,
Execut ive. Please visit
ht t ps://www.st gshut t le.com/shut t le/fleet
t o discover t he differences bet ween
t heir fleet vehicles. The shut t le will
drop you off at t heir office in
downt own St . George, and you can
t ake a t axi t o your pre- t rip
accommodat ions. A different shut t le
company, St . George Express, offers
door- t o- door service from t he Las
Vegas Airport (435- 652- 1100,
www.st georgeexpress.com). Prices
vary by t he pickup t ime of t he
shut t le. When making t ravel plans
from Las Vegas, please not e t hat St .
George, Ut ah is on Mount ain
St andard Time.If you choose t o st ay at t he Abbey
Inn t he night before your t rip, special
rat es may be available for Trek
Travel guest s, depending upon your
t ravel dat es. Simply ment ion Trek
Travel when you call t he hot el t o
book. For guest s driving t o t he t rip
st art , please not e t hat you may not
leave your vehicle at t he Abbey Inn
during your t rip. Inst ead, you may
cont act Temple View RV (800- 776-
6410, please ment ion t hat you are
wit h Trek Travel) t o reserve a
st orage space for your vehicle t he
lengt h of your t rip. It 's $10/day or
$50 for 5+ days (up t o a mont h).
Temple View RV is a 0.4 mile walk
from t he Abbey Inn.
AMIRA RESORT & SPA
Before: St. George, Utah Amira is a jewel in t he desert and boast s some of t he only four- diamond
accommodat ions in sout hern Ut ah. This recent ly renovat ed 46- room propert y
While in St . George, t ake advant age was formerly t he Green Valley Resort & Spa and feat ures t wo pools, a fit ness
of t he spa t reat ment s at t he Amira cent er and an on- sit e rest aurant .
Spa or enjoy a round of golf at one of www.amiraresort .com
t he local courses. There are also a
range of beaut iful hiking opt ions in
t he region close t o St . George t hat THE INN AT ENTRADA
are well wort h exploring, and we’d
recommend a visit t o Snow Canyon, a The Inn at Ent rada is locat ed about 15 minut es from downt own St . George, on t he
st at e park locat ed 11 miles way t o Snow Canyon St at e Park. This small luxury resort is inside a gat ed golf
nort hwest of t own, in addit ion t o communit y and offers luxury casit as, a fit ness cent er, spa, golf and on- sit e
Zion Nat ional Park which you’ll visit on rest aurant s. An out door t heat er and out door pool are among t he many amenit ies
your t rip. St . George is not a very at t his beaut iful propert y.
walkable t own, so if you plan t o
spend t ime here we recommend t hat www.innat ent rada.com
you rent a car t o get around. We
recommend t he following BEST WESTERN PLUS ABBEY INN
accommodat ions for your pre- t rip
hot el: Convenient ly locat ed near downt own St . George, t he Inn feat ures a full breakfast ,
out door heat ed pool, exercise room and high speed int ernet . It is also t he pick up
point on t he first day of your Ut ah cycling vacat ion. When booking, ment ion t hat
you are t raveling wit h Trek Travel t o receive a special rat e t he night before your
t rip begins (please not e t his discount may not be available on cert ain dat es).
www.BWAbbeyInn.com
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LAS VEGAS
After: Las Vegas, Nevada The guest rooms at t his impeccable hot el are locat ed on floors 35 t hough 39,
giving you a bird’s- eye view of all t he glit z and act ion t hat is t he Las Vegas St rip
For anot her kind of vacat ion fun, we t hrough floor t o ceiling windows. Guest s also enjoy direct access t o t he adjacent
recommend spending some ext ra Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino as well as a fit ness facilit y, pool, on- sit e spa, and
t ime in Las Vegas at t he beginning or recent ly renovat ed art deco- inspired rooms.
end of your t rip t o enjoy t his iconic www.FourSeasons.com | ~$395
cit y of American decadence. It is
approximat ely a 2 hour drive from our
t rip st art and finish in St . George, SIGNATURE AT MGM GRAND
Ut ah t o Las Vegas. There are
numerous lodging opt ions in Las These non- smoking and non- gaming suit es are a secluded ret reat from t he Vegas
Vegas from five- st ar resort s t o small casinos. Upscale linens, pillow- t op beds, swimming pool, st at e- of- t he- art fit ness
casinos. We recommend t he cent er, and 24- hour concierge denot e t he level of luxury and service.
following accommodat ions for your
post - t rip hot el: www.Signat ureMGMGrand. com | ~$225
VDARA HOTEL
The Vdara Hot el in Las Vegas capt ures t he sophist icat ion and cosmo qualit ies
t hat has made t his resort cit y famous, but wit h a t ouch of class t hat 's more t han
what you might expect . As an Aria hot el, it 's smack- dab in t he heat of t he act ion,and t here will be plent y of opt ions for ent ert ainment , dining, night life and gaming.
And wit h an award- winning spa, you'll also have all t he opt ions you need for
downt ime, pampering and rejuvenat ion.
www.vdara.com | ~$275
* Hot els list ed above are local propert ies we love. We do not have special rat es available.
FAQS
What Are The Daily Rides What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
Like?
On most Trek Travel t rips, we offer non- riding opt ions for riders who want t o t ake
• Rider Type | 1 - Leisure t he aft ernoon off, or t ravel companions who want t o spend lit t le or no t ime in t he
saddle. Some of t hese opt ions may need t o be scheduled before your t rip–please
• Average Daily Mileage | 16 cont act one of our Trip Consult ant s for more informat ion. Expenses and/or
• Terrain | Hilly relat ed t ransport at ion t o t hese act ivit ies may not be included in t he t rip price.
• Average Daily Elevat ion | 1,000 feet Some non- riding opt ions on t his t rip are:
• Tot al Miles | 47
• Tot al Elevat ion | 3,250 feet • Numerous hiking opt ions in t he st aggering beaut y of Zion Nat ional Park
• Shop in Springdale
Averages and t ot als are calculat ed • Relax poolside wit h a view of red rock cliffs
from our Today’s Ride opt ions. • Schedule a spa t reat ment at t he Deep Canyon Spa
The t errain is varied, from relat ively
level riding along t he floor of Zion
Canyon t o sust ained climbing in Trip Changes
pot ent ially windy condit ions on t he
east side of t he Park. The splendid See it inerary for specific daily ride dist ances and elevat ion opt ions. On all of our
views make t he subt le climbs vacat ions, Trek Travel st rives t o find quiet , paved secondary roads or bike pat hs
wort hwhile. Zion Long Weekend is t o experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Our it ineraries
best suit ed for our Level 1 or Level 2 are an approximat ion of our t rips. Trek Travel st rives t o offer every guest a
riders. Due t o t he geographical vacat ion of a lifet ime on every t rip. At t imes rout es, hot els, act ivit ies, et c. list ed
locat ion of t he canyon, t here are here may change at t he discret ion of t he t rip designer or guides t o improve t he
limit ed opt ions for addit ional mileage t rip experience.
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