Horse riding, kayaking and remote yoga classes in Utah & California

Deep dive into the otherworldly scenes of crimson-coloured canyons and striking coastlines in the American Southwest. Action meets relaxation on this sensational 9-night getaway. Drive along the open road to the bold desert landscapes of Utah and Arizona for adrenaline-fueled adventures and humbling moments of silence whilst luxury glamping beneath the stars. After scouting the desert, we’ll fly you across to the Californian Coast for 4-nights at The Ranch Malibu’s award-winning health retreat. Experience an abundance of hikes and unique wellness activities throughout your stay to inspire your sustainable wellbeing journey long after you return home.

From £7,200 pp

9 nights

BEST MONTHS

March to September

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Adventurists and wellness seekers

USA: Canyons to Coast in the Southwest

Horse riding, kayaking and remote yoga classes in Utah & California

Trip highlights

• Float to the skies in a hot air balloon at sunrise

• Luxury glamping under the stars at Zion National Park

• Horse riding through the desert

• Kayak along the azure waters of Lake Powell

• Hike to remote locations for morning yoga with a view

• Squeeze through the narrow passages of Antelope Canyon

• Health screenings, daily hikes, massages and fitness classes at The Ranch Malibu

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The Route

Utah | Arizona | California

Itinerary

Day 1: Road trip & glamping beneath the stars

Arriving in Las Vegas or Phoenix Airport, your unique self-drive tour begins as you drive 2.5 hours through panoramas beyond imagination with your favourite songs blasting through the speakers. Your first stop for two nights is at Under Canvas Zion, an impressive luxury glamping haven with a world of exploration on your doorstep. Staying in the irresistible Stargazers Tented Suite, gaze up from your bed onto the mesmerising views of the milky way and see the shooting stars darting across the clear skies.

Staying at: Under Canvas Zion (2 x nights)

Day 2: Horse riding, hikes and rock climbing in Zion National Park

Starting the day with desert yoga and a generous breakfast, our private guide will meet you at the camp. Today you’ll head out on a half-day jeep tour into the dramatic cliffs and vibrant valleys of Zion National Park, hiking along light or challenging trails away from the crowds. Learn about the indigenous history of the area and the petroglyphs embedded into the rock faces. Switch your walking shoes for a saddle and set out on a memorable horse-riding experience with stunning backdrops. Alternatively, the afternoon can be spent rock climbing among the cliffside with a mountaineering expert. As the evening sets in, enjoy dinner and toasting marshmallows by the warmth of the fire as you soak up the tranquil silence around you.

Day 3: Remote luxury at Amangiri, Canyon Point

Packing the car up after breakfast, your road trip continues for a further 2.5 hours to Amangiri. Seamlessly blending into Canyon Point’s remote desert landscape with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, this luxury wellness sanctuary will be your base for the next three nights. The Aman spa is a feast for the senses, with an incredible flotation pavilion, sweeping indoor pool and treatments dedicated to the healing traditions of the native Navajo community. Watch the warm light flow fall over the ancient rock formations at sunset with a sundowner cocktail in hand, then indulge in the ‘Spirit of the Journey’ tasting menu, showcasing the best of Native American gastronomy.

Staying at: Amangiri (3 x nights)

Day 4: Bryce Canyon National Park and Navajo culture

Rise and shine for an easy sunrise hike to the peak of a towering rock formation. At the top, experience an unforgettable yoga class with 360-degree views across Navajo National Park. Following breakfast, a day trip to Bryce Canyon National Park with your expert guide awaits as you explore the towering crimson hoodoos, with spires reaching up into the sky. By nightfall, you’ll return to Amangiri for a cultural evening by the campfire as you connect with the traditions of the Navajo through powerful storytelling and ritual dances.

Day 5: Hot air ballooning and kayaking on Lake Powell

Rise with the sun on a jaw dropping hot air balloon ride, unveiling spectacular aerial views of the world below. Look down at the vivid colours and shapes as your gently soar above the striking Navajo Mountain, Lake Powell, the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Vermillion Cliffs.

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Day 5: Hot air ballooning and kayaking on Lake Powell

A nourishing breakfast is prepared back on solid ground before you head onwards to Lake Powell. Carved over millions of years into the rock, this sweeping reservoir stretches on for miles. With your guide at hand, navigate along the crystal waterways by kayak. After a rewarding paddle, your guide will stop by Antelope Canyon for a chance to weave through a vibrant maze of curving walkways within the slot canyon, as well as a picture-worthy walk to Horseshoe Bend - a geological masterpiece sculpted by the meandering Colorado River.

Day 6: From Arizona to California

Today we say goodbye to the desert and hello to Californian beaches. Travelling a short 20-minute drive to Page Airport, a short domestic flight brings you into Los Angeles. At the airport, our driver will whisk you across to The Ranch Malibu for an inspiring four-night wellness retreat. Clear the mind, refresh the body and empower the soul with a programme that brings together health and nature. Starting with a diagnostic analysis with a health expert, the programme is then tailored to your unique self to create sustainable long-lasting results.

Days 7-10: An inspiring wellness retreat in Malibu

At The Ranch Malibu, days are harmoniously filled with exhilarating, low-impact activities and relaxation. Each morning begins with a scenic 4-hour hike, then after a delicious organic lunch served in the charming greenhouse the afternoon leads into fitness classes of your choice followed by a therapeutic massage. As the sun sets over the horizon, wind down with a dreamy restorative yoga class followed by a wholesome evening meal. You will also have the opportunity to try a healing 90-minute sound bath and an insightful healthy cooking class during your highly memorable stay. By your final day, you will undoubtedly depart feeling refreshed, reconnected and ready to take on the world.