Itinerary feedback (one week)- Zion/Bryce/Page

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Hi! We have only a week for Spring Break and would love feedback on our proposed intinerary.

Day 1 - Fly to LV and drive to Springdale UT Stay at Desert Pearl Inn. Arrive by mid afternoon. Sounds like we can't go to Zion in the evening unless we stay in the park?

Day 2 + 3- Zion. We don't want to do Angel's Landing. I assume too early for the Narrows (mid April). Too long?

Day 4- Drive to Bryce in the AM. Is it too much to plan to drive to Page in the evening?

Day 5- Monument Valley- overnight at Page. Too much driving and skip this?

Day 6- Page (Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend) and then drive back to LV

Day 7 - Fly home.

I know it's very compressed but we only have a week. Should we drop Monument Valley? Too many days in Zion, especially without doing Angels Landing? (We've previously visited Sedona and Grand Canyon on another trip.)

Thanks in advance!

Answer

Your one-week itinerary for Zion, Bryce, and Page is ambitious but doable with some adjustments to reduce driving stress and maximize sightseeing. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Day 1 – Arrival & Zion

Flying into Las Vegas and driving to Springdale is realistic; you’ll likely arrive mid-afternoon. Zion Canyon closes to private vehicles during peak season, but you can still enter via shuttle if it’s operational, or simply enjoy a short scenic drive along the entrance road. Evening hikes inside the park may be limited due to time, but nearby short trails like the Canyon Overlook Trail are feasible.

Days 2–3 – Zion

Spending two full days in Zion without doing Angels Landing or the Narrows is still rewarding. There are plenty of other moderate hikes and scenic spots:

Emerald Pools Trails – Lower and Middle Pools are easy to moderate.
Riverside Walk – accessible, flat, and ends near the Narrows entry (short walk without doing the full Narrows hike).
Observation Point – if you want a more challenging hike with panoramic views, but skip Angels Landing.

Mid-April is suitable for Narrows hikes, but water levels vary, and hiking all the way may be long and chilly. A short wade from Riverside Walk to the Narrows is reasonable.

Day 4 – Bryce to Page

Driving from Zion to Bryce in the morning works; it’s about 1.5–2 hours. Bryce’s scenic viewpoints can be explored in 2–3 hours, but then driving to Page the same day is long—around 2.5–3 hours. You’ll arrive in Page in the evening; possible, but it’s a full day. Consider leaving earlier from Zion if you want more daylight in Bryce.

Day 5 – Monument Valley

Monument Valley is ~2.5 hours from Page. Adding it means significant driving, and it may feel rushed since you want to explore Page attractions the next day. If Monument Valley is a “must-see,” you could do a sunrise drive there and return, but otherwise it might be better to skip it to enjoy Page without feeling rushed.

Day 6 – Page (Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend)

This day is tight but manageable. Antelope Canyon requires a guided tour, so book in advance. Horseshoe Bend is a short walk from the parking lot and easy to fit. Afterward, drive back to Las Vegas (~4.5–5 hours) for your flight the next day.

Day 7 – Fly home

Las Vegas airport logistics will be straightforward if you leave Page at a reasonable hour the day before.

Summary Recommendations:

Keep two full days in Zion – plenty to see without Angels Landing.
Bryce is a half-day visit unless you enjoy longer hikes.
Consider skipping Monument Valley to reduce driving stress and enjoy Page properly.
Plan early departures to maximize daylight and avoid feeling rushed.

Overall, your itinerary is doable with careful time management, but dropping Monument Valley makes it more relaxed and allows you to enjoy Zion, Bryce, and Page at a comfortable pace.

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