Top USA Nature Walks - page 4

Experience an incredible daybreak view from the top of Maui’s highest peak during this full-day Mt. Haleakala sunrise tour. Journey with a guide on this massive volcano to witness the orange and red-colored dawn of a new day set amidst the clouds, enjoying the sublime beauty of a sight that once inspired literary great Mark Twain. This Maui sunrise excursion also includes round-trip hotel transportation, breakfast, and entrance fees.

Spend the day sightseeing in Las Vegas—and check off more sights than you otherwise could—on this flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose from a 24- or 48-hour pass, or upgrade to include a night bus tour. Travel through Downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Strip, enjoying panoramic views from the upper deck and climbing off at any stop along the route for a closer look at the city's landmarks.

See V - The Ultimate Variety Show at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. This high-energy production combines seven spectacular shows in one with thrilling specialty acts, daring stunts, nonstop entertainment and performances for all ages. Choose from multiple seating options for a must-see live show on the Las Vegas Strip.

Visit Los Angeles from Las Vegas without the hassle of planning logistics or staying the night on this day trip. The tour is limited to just fourteen people for a small-group experience, and your driver-guide will provide commentary about the city as you see areas such as Hollywood and Rodeo Drive. Snacks and lunch are included for a seamless experience.

Experience a VIP tour of the Hoover Dam with early access to avoid the crowds. Enjoy a guided "Walk on the Top" tour, a powerplant tour inside the dam, stunning views from the memorial bridge, and admission to the Visitor Center exhibits. The tour includes a freshly cooked lunch at a restaurant and a bonus ticket to the LA Comedy Club at The Strat, a $45 value. Hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, and air-conditioned transport are all part of this exclusive experience.

Explore Valley of Fire State Park without the hassle of organizing a car rental on this day tour from Las Vegas. Admire the rugged landscapes of the Mojave Desert and explore scenic trails through the Valley of Fire on an unforgettable hiking adventure, and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities along the way.

Visit Utah’s Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks in just one day with this full-day tour from Las Vegas. Discover a stunning desert landscape of sandstone cliffs, canyons, mesas, and unusual hoodoo rock formations. Stop at the Visitor Center and Checkerboard Mesa at Zion, and admire the scenery from different viewpoints at Bryce Canyon. On the way, pass by the Virgin River Gorge and St. George.

Discover Area 51, without the self-drive stress, on a full-day guided tour from Las Vegas. Travel along the Extraterrestrial Highway through desolate desert landscapes to the infamous location. See top-secret Janet Airlines, the Black Mailbox, the absolute perimeter, and stop for lunch at the quirky, alien-themed, Little A'Le'Inn.

Explore the natural wonder that is the Grand Canyon—and leave all the logistics and planning to someone else—on this hassle-free day tour from Las Vegas. After a photo stop at the Hoover Dam, discover the best of the Grand Canyon's West Rim, from Eagle Point to Guano Point. You can also upgrade to explore the glass-bottomed Skywalk, take a thrilling helicopter ride, or travel by pontoon boat on the Colorado River.

Swap the bright lights of Las Vegas for a rugged desert off-roading adventure. In a small group, drive a Polaris RZR UTV through the Primm and Hidden Valleys, enjoying more trail time than typical tours. Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas hotels are included, along with all gear and instruction for a safe, thrilling ride across desert and mountain terrain.

Explore Grand Canyon National Park, without the logistical hassles, on a full-day guided South Rim bus tour with hotel pickup included. Enjoy panoramic views from multiple lookout points and optional upgrades including a Hummer tour, scenic helicopter flight, or IMAX movie. Learn about the canyon's history and geology from your guide as you explore.

Discover some of the most stunning desert landscapes of the American Southwest on this 3-day guided tour from Las Vegas. Explore the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Zion National Park, and travel through the beautiful deserts of Arizona and Utah. All transportation, two nights of accommodation with daily breakfast, and entrance fees are included, so you don't have to worry about planning your own trip.

Escape the bustle of Las Vegas on this small-group day trip to two of Utah’s top national parks: Zion and Bryce Canyon. Explore a stunning landscapes of cliffs, canyons, plateaus, and otherworldly hoodoo rock formations as you learn about the geology of the area, one of the most fascinating in the U.S.

Take an unforgettable boat ride in Monterey Bay to spot local marine wildlife, from humpback whales to Great white sharks to dolphins. This whale-watching adventure takes you to one of the best spots in the state to spot some of these majestic creatures. Sail over Monterey Bay Canyon, which is a nutrient-rich area known for attracting all kinds of underwater wildlife.

Learn more about one of the oldest cities in the US while enjoying a frightfully good time on a family-friendly ghost tour of St. Augustine. Combine visits to spooky sites with light-hearted fun and spine-tingling tales. Your costumed guide takes you to cemeteries, the ground of the Old Fort, and other haunted locations to discover the little-known legends that you wouldn’t learn any other way.

Don't spend your final day in Alaska sitting on a shuttle or waiting at the airport. Turn your transfer from Seward to Anchorage into one last unforgettable Alaska adventure. Designed especially for cruise passengers, this experience combines reliable transportation with breathtaking scenery, wildlife encounters, and memorable sightseeing before arriving at Anchorage Airport (ANC) or your downtown hotel. Travel with a knowledgeable local guide as you visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, admire spectacular views along Turnagain Arm, stop at Beluga Point, Potter Marsh, Earthquake Park, and enjoy views of Exit Glacier. Throughout the journey, your luggage remains safely stored while you relax and continue exploring Alaska instead of worrying about transportation. Whether you're flying home or staying in Anchorage, this experience allows you to make the most of your final day in Alaska.

Marvel at the highlights of Arches National Park in just hours without getting footsore with this unique scenic van tour from Moab. Savor unobstructed views of this protected land from the glass-enclosed van—which converts to an open-top, weather permitting—and break up the ride with several short, easy walks to iconic scenic overlooks including Park Avenue Trail. Learn about the park’s landscape and ecosystem from your guide as you explore by van and on foot, combining leisurely drives with short hikes.

Get out of the city and discover the stunning scenery that surrounds Anchorage. This small-group tour takes you south along the Seward Highway to soak up ocean and mountain views on the way to Alyeska Ski Area where an an aerial tram takes you 2,300 feet (700 meters) above sea level. Afterward, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to learn how sanctuary cares for the Last Frontier’s injured and orphaned animals and see resident wildlife including grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and musk ox.

Discover the beauty of Maui’s waterfalls during a half-day tour. Meet your guide at a departure point for a small-group excursion that includes several waterfalls and optional cliff jumping. Go for a hike and admire views during the journey to reach the waterfalls. Swim, sunbathe, and jump off rocks during this adventurous tour. Go pro photography and videography are available for interested groups.

Many ghost tours add a lot of maybe-it-could-have-happened kind of talk, but this St. Augustine Haunted History Ghost Tour is led by a straight-shooting paranormal investigator. You’ll visit spooky sites in the city like Huguenot Cemetery, Tolomato Cemetery, and St. George Street, and hear about true tales from St. Augustine’s haunted past. Plus, your guide teaches you about devices, methods, and techniques used in paranormal investigation.

Utah boasts some of the best locations in the US to stargaze without a lot of light pollution. See the Milky Way and constellations above you during this dark sky stargazing tour just outside the eastern part of Zion National Park. See stars and planets up close with a provided telescope and learn a bit about astronomy from your tour guide.

Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides at Yellowstone Safari Co. will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles

Marvel at the geothermal landscapes of Yellowstone National Park on this guided 6-mile (9.7-km) hike. While most visitors just stop at Old Faithful, this hike reveals even more of the park's natural wonders, passing hissing geysers and steam vents, and steamy hot springs. Hike for about six hours from the Daisy Geyser Trailhead along the Firehole River, look out for wildlife such as bison and bear, and refuel with a hearty picnic lunch along the way.

Explore the best sights at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park without the rush of a group tour with this flexible, self-guided driving tour. See highlights such as Thurston Lava Tube, the Chain of Craters Road, Holei Sea Arch, and more. Virtual tour guide provides hours of audio commentary that give background insights, interesting stories and legends, and even local music, along with turn-by-turn directions and maps.