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Grand Canyon and Havasu Falls Classic Hiking Tour An Inn-to-Inn Hiking Adventure into one of the World’s Greatest Natural Wonders Theodore Roosevelt called the Grand Canyon "the one great site which every American should see." No other place captures the spirit and fascination of the American West more than this magnificent wonder of the world. There is no better way to experience it than on foot, at a pace that invites exploration, awakens the senses, and captures the essence of the outdoors.

Day 1. West Rim Trail, Yavapai Lodge (June 2), or Day 3. Hermit Trail, Yavapai Lodge (June2), Maswik Maswik Lodge (Sept. 8, Oct. 6), on the South Rim of Lodge, (Sept. 8, Oct. 6) the Grand Canyon (928-638-2631 / private bath) Today we hike the historic Hermit Trail, named after http://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/yavapai-lodge- Louis Boucher who mined copper in this small side canyon 413.html, http://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/grand- for over 20 years at the turn of the century. Our descent canyon-maswik-lodge passes through a visual timetable of geologic formations. Our group assembles at 9:00 a.m. at the Little America Santa Maria Springs is our lunch time destination. As an hotel in Flagstaff, Arizona. After a shuttle across the option, we may continue on to Dripping Springs, a Painted Desert, we’ll have a brief orientation en route to spectacular panorama of the canyon's North Rim. the Grand Canyon. From the East entrance of the park, we In the evening, we will dine in one of the South Rim’s enjoy sweeping views of the inner canyon and a brief stop restaurants after watching the setting sun light up the at the historic Desert View Watchtower. After a healthy canyon. lunch on a picturesque canyon overlook, we walk along the  Hermit Trail [7.5 miles round trip, 1400 feet of elevation West Rim Trail. Our route leads us to a series of loss, then gain] viewpoints, each offering a different perspective of the  Optional hike to Dripping Springs [additional 2.5 miles, 400 ever-changing, colorful 5,000-foot chasm. If the timing is feet of elevation loss, then gain] right, we will watch the setting sun dance across the temples and intricate sandstone formations. Day 4. Hualapai and Havasu Canyons, Havasupai Following dinner, enjoy a walk under the clear star-lit Lodge (928-448-2111 / private baths) skies along the canyon rim. Our home for the next three http://www.havasupaitribe.com/home.html nights is Yavapai Lodge, located a short walk from "land's Today we begin our three-day exploration of Havasu end." Canyon, an oasis of lush vegetation, sparkling cascades and  Rim Hike [4.5 miles, elevation gain negligible] waterfalls, and turquoise pools encased in travertine.We experience a culture lost in time as the Havasupai Indians Day 2. Bright Angel Trail, Yavapai Lodge (June 2), or have wisely decided not to allow a road to invade their Maswik Lodge (Sept. 8, Oct. 6) wild and pristine canyon home. The only way in is by foot, This morning we descend into the heart of the Grand mule or helicopter. We descend the different sedimentary Canyon on the Bright Angel Trail. Our winding path leads layers carrying only light daypacks (our luggage will be us down through millions of year’s worth of brightly transported by mule train) to the remote and unique village colored rock layers to Indian Gardens, a lush canyon of Supai and the Havasupai Lodge. This hike follows valley of cottonwood trees and streamside vegetation. Haulapai Canyon, twisting beneath red desert walls down After lunch in the shade, we take a relaxed pace back to the into lush woodlands set along the turquoise-tinted Havasu South Rim, stopping to take photos as the canyon fills with Creek that feeds the falls. afternoon shadows  Hualapai Hilltop to Supai hike [8 miles, 2000 feet of After sunset, enjoy a gourmet dinner at the acclaimed elevation loss]

5-star El Tovar Restaurant, overlooking the canyon’s rim! Day 5. Navajo, Havasu and Mooney Falls, Havasupai  Bright Angel Trail: [9 miles round trip, 2,800 feet of elevation loss, then gain – bathrooms and drinking water Lodge plentiful After breakfast at the local café, we walk beyond the village alongside Havasu Creek. You hardly notice the six- mile hike today as we pass a series of waterfalls in this Shangri-la setting: first cascading Navajo falls, then the twin towering falls of Havasu, and finally down the cliff's edge to the base of 200-foot Mooney falls. The travertine- For Reservations and Information call 800-488-8483 or Reserve 24 hours a day at www.TheWorldOutdoors.com Renowned for Extraordinary Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures since 1988 Address: 2840 Wilderness Place, Suite D Boulder, CO 80301 Fax: 303-413-0926 Email: [email protected] encased pools beneath each waterfall provide ideal settings for a welcome swim. Havasu, the most picturesque, and Mooney, the most spectacular, can both make for perfect lunch locations, where the warmth of the sun is in direct counterpoint to the cool mist of the falls. We take our time to relax this afternoon with a final stop at Havasu Falls before returning to Havasupai Lodge and a sumptuous barbecue.  Navajo, Havasu and Mooney Falls [6 miles, 300 feet of elevation loss/gain]

Day 6. Havasu and Hualapai Canyons, Flagstaff Bidding farewell to this canyon paradise, we hike back up to Hualapai Hilltop. Before you leave Supai, be sure to send off a postcard--Supai is the only village in America where mail is still transported via a mule pack train and they provide a special, commemorative stamp. Back on the plateau rim, we shuttle back to Flagstaff, stopping in Seligman on historic Route 66 for lunch, before concluding our action-packed and fun-filled week at approximately 5:00 p.m.  Supai to Hualapai Hilltop hike [8 miles, 2000 feet of elevation gain]

Tour Details

Trip Type: Inn

Trip Length: 6 days/5 nights

2015 Departure Dates: May 24-29, August 30-September 4, September 27-October 2 (singles); custom dates and private departures available upon request Price: $2698

Single Supplement: $625

Trip Rating: Moderate

Activities: hike (6 days)

Gateway City: Flagstaff, AZ or Phoenix, AZ (2 hours south of Flagstaff)

Gateway City Transfer: From Flagstaff Airport – Several Flagstaff hotels, including the Little America and the Radisson Woodlands Hotel, offer complimentary shuttle service from the airport for registered guests (inquire at time of reservation. The taxi company most often used is Sun Taxi (928- 779-1111) although any taxi company will do. A Friendly Cab is another reputable taxi company (928-774-4444). Fares from the airport to downtown locations are approximately $7-$10.

From Phoenix Airport – Arizona Shuttle, www.arizonashuttle.com (800-266-8060) offers a shuttle from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to the Flagstaff Amtrak Station Visitor’s Center in downtown Flagstaff twelve times daily. Internet each way cost is $41.00, or to purchase by phone the each way cost is $45.00 (Currently, the Phoenix to Flagstaff shuttle operates daily at 7am, 9am ,11am, 12pm, 1pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm 7pm, 9pm, and 11pm and the return shuttle from Flagstaff to Phoenix operates daily at 2:30am, 5am, 7am, 8am, 9am, 10am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm, and 8pm. Please check online or call for actual times prior to securing your airline reservations.) They 1 recommend at least a 1 ¼ hour connecting time. The shuttle takes approximately 3-3 /2 hours each way. Rates and availability are subject to change.

For Reservations and Information call 800-488-8483 or Reserve 24 hours a day at www.TheWorldOutdoors.com Renowned for Extraordinary Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures since 1988 Address: 2840 Wilderness Place, Suite D Boulder, CO 80301 Fax: 303-413-0926 Email: [email protected] Meeting Time and Place: 9:00 a.m. at Little America, Flagstaff, AZ. (Reservations 800-865-1401, 2515 East Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ 86004). Please arrive ready to hike. We recommend wearing hiking boots with ankle support that have been broken-in, and wool or wool-blend socks coupled with a thin liner sock.

Trip Conclusion: Approximately 5:00 p.m. at the Flagstaff Airport or at Little America, Flagstaff, AZ. (2515 East Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ). It is important that airline departures be scheduled no earlier than 7:30 p.m. If you are flying out of Phoenix, plan to depart the next day.

Trip Fees Include: All meals (lunch Day 1-lunch Day 6), all accommodations (double occupancy), T-shirt, water bottle, support vehicle, National Park fees, professional guides.

Trip Fees Exclude: Airfare, personal insurance, miscellaneous hotel expenses (phone, fax, laundry, etc.), additional optional tours, services not specified in the tour itinerary, and guide gratuities (An appropriate gratuity to each trip leader is approximately $100 per guest).

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General Information, Questions & Answers

What weather conditions can I expect? Be prepared for variations in the temperature, from 60º-75ºF during the day on the rim and in the 40s at night. Temperatures will be warmer as you descend into the canyon.

Emergency Contact Information: Our office in Boulder, Colorado is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time 1-800-488-8483. For emergencies outside of our normal business hours call Scott Phillips at (720) 507-1554.

How difficult is this trip? ... Really: This trip is more challenging than our Easy tours. It is intended for the average active adult who feels comfortable being active 4-6 hours a day. The hikes are 3.5-8 miles with an option of up to 13 miles and has climbs of up to 2000-feet with an option of up to 3200 feet. Please note that on days two and three we begin with an easy hike into the canyon but end the day with a more difficult hike up and out of the canyon.

Driving to the Meeting Place: Flagstaff is located 141 miles north of Phoenix on I-17 and 133 miles south of Page and Lake Powell on Highway 89. The Days Inn I-40/Woodlands is very near the intersection of I-70 and I-40, in a cluster of hotels on the north side of I-40 off S. Milton Road. During the trip, cars can be left at Days Inn I-40/Woodlands, Radisson Woodlands Hotel, or Ramada Limited West. Pre/Post-Trip Lodging: For lodging in Flagstaff the evening before or after the trip, we recommend the following hotels:

• Little America: 800-352-4386, [rate: $149-$219] 2515 East Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 http://flagstaff.littleamerica.com/ • Radisson Woodlands Hotel: 888-253-1628 or 928-773-8888. [rate: $189-$269]. 1175 W. Rte 66 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 For Reservations and Information call 800-488-8483 or Reserve 24 hours a day at www.TheWorldOutdoors.com Renowned for Extraordinary Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures since 1988 Address: 2840 Wilderness Place, Suite D Boulder, CO 80301 Fax: 303-413-0926 Email: [email protected] • Ramada Limited Suites: 928-773-1111. [rate: $99-$240]. 2755 Woodlands Village Dr. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 www.ramada.com

We're Always Improving! While the information presented here details this trip's planned activities, routes, accommodations, departure and conclusion times, we are consistently seeking new opportunities to enhance this itinerary and your experience. Our actual activities and sites may vary due to season, special events, or weather. As a result, we reserve the right to alter the itinerary since unforeseen circumstances that mandate change may arise. Naturally, we will keep you up-to-date on any changes that may affect your arrival or departure times.