Top Utah Day Trips

Embark on a captivating exploration of the unique landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park with our engaging small-group tours! Traverse through the stunning amphitheaters of hoodoos, vibrant spires, and learn about the park’s geological wonders. Our expert guides will share fascinating narratives and insights, making your journey through Bryce Canyon truly memorable. At Good Trip Adventures, our expert guides are not just knowledgeable; they are passionate about Bryce Canyon National Park. From the geological wonders to the unique flora and fauna, they ensure you develop a deeper connection with the park’s mesmerizing landscapes. Groups are capped at 8 hikers. If we don't meet the minimum number of spots booked, registrants will be offered an option to make the tour private for an additional charge or cancel for a full refund. Please note that new National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination, not when you book.

Explore the natural wonders of both Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park on your own terms with this private self-guided audio driving tour bundle. Enjoy the flexibility to travel at your own pace, hands-free functionality, and offline access, so you can use the app even in remote areas. Includes full itineraries, travel tips, audio guide, videos, and text.

Discover the East Zion Outback on a private UTV Expedition, venturing into Zion's wild backcountry. See hidden treasures and remote views of Zion Canyon on this exciting tour. Start with a ride to Dinosaur Tracks, where massive prehistoric creatures left their mark in stone. Travel sandy roads to an overlook of Rockville pioneer town, stopping at the Schunesberg Mail Drop for Wild West stories. Go deeper into the wilderness to explore Warriors Walk, an ancient path used by Native American tribes. Enjoy breathtaking views of Zion as our local guides lead you to secret spots, uncovering hidden beauty. With our experienced guides as your trustworthy navigators, experience a safe and thrilling journey through secluded trails. Experience a well-kept secret of the southwest, the East Zion Outback.

PLEASE READ ALL THE TOUR DETAILS! If you scroll down to "Additional Info" you will find our company name. Find us on Google to book our tours directly on our website for a reduced price! If you have not heard from your guide within 72 hours of your tour, please call our office! Explore Zion National Park with a private tour designed for your abilities. Visit iconic sites such as The Narrows, Scouts Lookout, Pa'rus Trail, The Watchman, or The Riverside Walk while enjoying expert guidance. Tailor your hiking experience to your skills, whether you seek leisurely strolls or more adventure. Our knowledgeable guides will share insider tips to ensure you capture the best photo moments. This is a private tour. - Discover the highlights of Zion in a single day - Customize your hiking experience based on group preferences and skill levels - Visit popular spots like The Narrows and Emerald Pools with expert guidance - Benefit from insider tips for photography and local insight.

Beautiful wild horses are waiting for you in the Tooele wilderness. Join a guide on a photography safari in search of these stunning creatures. Your guide will meet you at the designated point, ride you to the Pony Express National Historic Trail, then continue on to find the Onaquil Wild Horse Herd. You’ll receive one-on-one photography instruction throughout the journey so you can bring home remarkable photographs.

This private 4X4 tour through Capitol Reef National Park will cruise you to some of the most popular sites and hidden gems throughout the Cathedral Valley. Your guide will tell you all about the history and geology of the area while passing by landmarks like the Temples of the Sun and Moon. Drive away from the crowded areas and visit lesser-known spots where secluded sections offer great opportunities for photos.

Truly unique and beautiful places to visit, this tour covers some of the top hidden gems of Utah that most visitors to the Capitol Reef area miss out on. Bentonite Hills, Moonscape Overlook and Factory Butte have gained popularity through Instagram but remain lightly visited. Amazing vast lunar and Martian landscapes guaranteed to be a highlight of your time here. A professional guide will maximize your time and knowledge and get you to the great spots and back quickly and safely. These areas provide superb photo opportunities especially at sunrise or during the blue hours, if you have a drone you can get some remarkable footage of the Bentonite Hills, the tour area is out of the National Park so drone use is allowed. This tour will definitely be one you remember and talk about for years to come, the geology is so unique you may not see it anywhere else.

Benefit from an informative private self-guided audio tour without having to struggle to hear your guide or wait around for a group of strangers. This app-based audio tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks gives you all the guidance and information you need while letting you go at your own pace. Learn about famous and lesser-known attractions as you drive yourself through the incredible desert landscape.

A private tour of Arches National Park from Moab, just your group and a local guide who lives here year-round. We time departures to beat the crowds and the heat, usually in the early light, and your guide handles the timed-entry reservation, route and pacing so you just enjoy the day. Choose your length: - 4 hours (most-booked half day): The Windows and Turret Arch, Balanced Rock, Park Avenue, the Delicate Arch viewpoint, and a stop or two most visitors miss. - 6 hours: adds the Delicate Arch trailhead hike (conditions permitting) and the Fiery Furnace overlook. - 8 hours: a full day including Devils Garden, with a picnic lunch. One price covers your whole group: door-to-door Moab pickup, all park fees, water, sodas and snacks, binoculars and trekking poles, and a digital photo album of your day. Easy to moderate walking; longer hikes only if you want them.

Explore the rugged landscape of Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park with your own private guide on this tour that takes you off the beaten track. Get around the park in a comfortable vehicle and let your guide worry about doing the off-road driving. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights.

The tour to Antelope Island stands out for its unique combination of wildlife, history, and breathtaking landscapes. You will see free-roaming bison, antelopes, deer, and more than 250 bird species in their natural habitat. We visit the historic Fielding Garr Ranch – Utah’s oldest preserved building, where the stories of pioneers come alive. For active travelers, an easy hike to Buffalo Point offers unforgettable panoramic views of the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Mountains. The tour also unveils the island’s ecological wonders – from tiny brine shrimp to pristine night skies, considered among the best in the USA for stargazing. With small-group transportation (maximum 13 travelers) in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter, a professional guide, and convenient pickup in Salt Lake City, you will enjoy a seamless and personalized experience. Carefully designed to balance adventure, relaxation, and discovery, this journey reveals Utah's hidden gem near Salt Lake City.

This unique tour offers the perfect way to experience Utah — to feel its spirit, history, and landscapes in one unforgettable journey. Begin at the fascinating geothermal spring, where mineral-rich waters bubble from deep within the earth, creating vivid emerald pools and a sulfur scent. Step back in time at Golden Spike National Historical Park, where in 1869 a single golden spike united East and West America. Continue to the remote Rozel Point Peninsula, where dazzling salt fields and shimmering pink waters feel almost otherworldly. Explore this surreal landscape, touch rare gypsum crystals like those discovered by NASA on Mars, and wade knee-deep into rosy waters with special protective footwear. Conclude at the legendary Spiral Jetty — one of America’s most iconic land art masterpieces, where nature and creativity merge in harmony. With comfortable transport, a professional guide, and a small-group setting, this adventure reveals the heart of Utah and the Great Salt Lake Odyssey.

This tour combines wildlife, history, and stunning scenery in one experience. You’ll see free-roaming bison, pronghorn antelope, deer, and more than 250 bird species in their natural habitat. We visit Fielding Garr Ranch — Utah’s oldest preserved building — where pioneer stories come to life. For active travelers, an easy hike to Buffalo Point reveals panoramic views of the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Mountains, followed by one of Utah’s most beautiful sunsets. You’ll also discover the island’s ecological wonders — from tiny brine shrimp to crystal-clear night skies, considered among the best in the USA for stargazing. Small-group travel (max 13 guests) in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter, a professional guide, and convenient pickup in Salt Lake City and Utah County ensure a seamless, personalized, and unforgettable adventure.

The Wave became a hotspot in the ’90s, thanks to a German film crew that created a tourist frenzy. Since then, Wave permits have been as sought after as gold! But hey, no need to fret! Introducing our Alt Wave tour. Truth is, our region boasts numerous Wave formations, including the spectacular one in South Coyote Buttes and White Pocket. So, if you strike out in the Wave Lottery, no worries – we’ve got a mind-blowing tour in store for you! You can pair our alternative tour with a jaunt through Buckskin Gulch and Wire Pass Slot Canyon for an epic full-day adventure. Or, we can customize a deep dive into the world of Wave formations. Trust us, there are plenty!

The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is wild, wide open, and refreshingly uncrowded. Travel by 4WD along scenic backcountry roads, winding through quiet forests to reach remote viewpoints with sweeping canyon vistas—perfect for families and adventurers of all ages. The canyon’s immense scale is unforgettable, stretching over 275 miles long and more than a mile deep. Standing at the rim, the vastness and layered cliffs create a powerful moment that makes time slow down. With crisp mountain air, shaded pine forests, and space to explore at a relaxed pace, it’s easy to see why the Grand Canyon is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. A true off-road experience the whole family can enjoy.

Explore the beauty of Arches National Park with this half-day private guided jeep tour. Includes a hike to Delicate Arch and a driving tour into remote backcountry areas that few people ever get to see, along with pavement sections such as Wall Street, Park Avenue, Three Gossips, and the Windows.

Let's go on a safari together, and let's do it at your pace! No crowded buses or vans, with people you don't know! Instead, explore the island in a comfortable private vehicle with a guide that will cater to you! Join us as we search for one of the largest publicly owned bison herds in North America, and search for pronghorn antelope and mule deer along the way. Learn about the early Paleo people who hunted on the shores of the island 12,000 years ago, as well as the sheep and cattle herders that called this unforgiving land home into the 1980's. Antelope island is not just about the history and animals, but also about the beautiful scenery surrounding it. As we climb Buffalo point, see the amazing panoramic view of the Wasatch Mountains and Great Salt Lake; and for those wanting a more scenic experience, unforgettable sunset tours are also available.

Go beyond Salt Lake City without staying overnight when you take a quick day tour to the Bonneville Salt Flats. This densely-packed salt pan is your destination for a thrilling visit. Meet your guide at your hotel or even the airport and race off into the Salt Flats. Strap in for a speedy yet safe ride. Walk the salt flats, take photos, and see the Tree of Life sculpture.

Join Sundial Guides in exploring the world's largest slot canyon! Located in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, this sandstone labyrinth has become a popular destination for day hikers and backpackers. This excursion is perfect for those interested in photography, off-trail hiking or a propensity to explore wild spaces. You will meet guides at the meeting point and to the 4x4 transportation to the trailhead will be provided. We will make sure you leave Southern Utah with amazing memories and photos from your hike through the longest slot canyon in the world. You will have a local knowledgeable guide who can teach you about our area. All guides are certified in emergency rescues and will keep you safe during your slot canyon hike. ALL TOURS BEGIN IN UTAH TIME! (Arizona is one hour behind during DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ONLY)

Join Sundial Guides on this 6-8 hour PRIVATE hiking adventure exploring two famous locations. Best way to explore BRYCE CANYON National Park and surrounding GRAND STAIRCASE of ESCALANTE National Monument in one full day. You will meet your guide at the meeting location and hike a 1-3 mile hike in Bryce National Park and then hop on our guide vehicle to reach a less visited slot canyon hike in the Grand Staircase of Escalante. The slot hikes are about 1-3 miles as well. Think of it as a combo half day hike in Bryce Canyon National Park and a half day hike in the Grand Staircase. 4x4 transportation will be provided to reach these discreet locations in the Grand Staircase. There are multiple options of hikes at both locations, guide will go over difficulty and choose the best option for the group.

We see places in Capitol Reef that less than 1% of the visitors get to see. Our guides have insights and routes that most visitors can't access due to vehicle restrictions and knowledge. Our new SUV is spacious and comfortable unlike a jeep which can sometimes be cramp and has less visibility for seeing this amazing place

This is the perfect package for couples and families. Why.... because we get to personalize the day to what you want to see and add the activities you would enjoy! Forget spending the day or week on a crowded bus. Instead, ride with us your personal AWD air conditioned or heated Vehicle stocked with snacks and drinks. See the parks you want to see for how long you want to stay. You choose the parks based off the length of stay. 1 day= 1 Park. Book the two day and we depending the location we can add another park or suggest some excursions to add on to your adventure. Add the extra adventures and play like a local. We can hike, take an air tour, off road in a jeep or jet ski a lake. We are just not private tour guides. Instead, we are here to help you have the most memorable personalized experience! We can arrange everything from parks, extra activities, and even add overnight housing on Two days or longer.

The north district of Capitol Reef National Park is better known as Cathedral Valley and is famous for monolithic cathedrals of Sandstone that rise hundreds of feet into the sky. Diverse geological wonders abound throughout the different sections of the valley, keeping first time visitors on the edge of their seat. Early in the tour we cross the Fremont River at “River Ford” on our way to the amazing mars-like landscape of the Bentonite Hills. Trip highlights are dispersed throughout the tour allowing for constant photo opportunities and interaction with your knowledgeable guide. Lava fins, temples, hoodoos, crystal formations, canyons, and wildlife make this a tour of epic proportions of which you are sure to enjoy! If you only have one day in the park and don't want to focus on hiking, this 4WD offroad sight-seeing tour is a must!!!

Discover Zion National Park with our self-guided tour, allowing you to explore Utah's most dramatic canyon landscape at your own pace. Wade through The Narrows where the Virgin River carves between 1000 foot walls glowing amber and crimson in the desert light. Grip the chain-assisted ridge of Angels Landing for panoramic views across the canyon. Walk the Riverside Walk beneath towering cliffs dripping with hanging gardens of fern and columbine, hike to the Emerald Pools where waterfalls cascade over sandstone ledges into glowing green pools, drive the dramatic switchbacks of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway through its mile-long tunnel carved in the 1920s, and watch the Watchman peak glow deep crimson at sunset from the valley. Discover the hidden finger canyons of Kolob, a separate section of the park where some of Zion's tallest sandstone walls rise in solitude far from the main valley, and explore Checkerboard Mesa's extraordinary geological patterns on the park's quieter east side.