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Find the best itinerary for your road trip, whether you have a weekend or a month. Our road trip itineraries are focused around US national parks and other iconic American destinations. Discover some of the best small towns, experiences, and other hidden gems along national parks road trip routes.
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An Alternative Route Down Arizona’s Route 66
Hit the open road and discover the best of Arizona’s Route 66 on a motorcycle. From iconic landmarks to scenic detours, this 5-day itinerary offers a thrilling, alternative way to experience America’s most famous highway. Whether you’re riding through desert landscapes or stopping at quirky roadside attractions, this journey is the ultimate adventure for road trip enthusiasts.
How to Plan the Ultimate Grand Canyon Holiday
Sweeping views of what is arguably America’s most impressive natural wonder. Informative and inspired Indigenous experiences. Americana road trip nostalgia in all directions. Otherworldly landscapes. Welcome the gateway to the Grand Canyon: Williams, Arizona. Here’s everything you need to know about planning your trip.
Williams, the Grand Canyon & Beyond: Five Days Exploring Arizona
When you make Williams your Arizona basecamp, you’ll find outdoor adventure, Indigenous experiences, and Southwestern charm await in every direction. In this spoke-style itinerary, Williams is your home base and each day you’ll explore in a new direction. Discover everything from the magnificent sights of the Grand Canyon to ancient dwellings and national forests.
10 Days on Arizona’s Route 66: Celebrating 100 Years of American Roadtrips
Relive the nostalgia of the Mother Road while creating new memories in its centennial year! Kick off your journey in Holbrook, a town where Route 66 nostalgia meets natural wonder. Stay at the Wigwam Motel, a charming retro accommodation featuring teepee-shaped rooms. Spend your afternoon exploring Petrified Forest National Park and the Painted Desert, both brimming with ancient, colorful landscapes. End the day with a visit to Jim Gray’s Petrified Wood Co. for unique souvenirs. The whole trip will provide you with a vibrant mix of experiences just like this across the state of Arizona.
A Week Exploring Verde Valley Parks
Not only can you don your swimsuit and slide down the famous Slide Rock swim area into Oak Creek, but you can also hike along the easy, .25 mile (.4 kilometers) Pendley Homestead trail. Along the way, you’ll marvel at an apple packing barn, old cabins, and the original orchards of a historic 20th century homestead.
State Parks Road Trip to Visit Some of Arizona’s Best Lakes and Rivers
If you love to fish, then you’ll feel at home in many of Arizona’s state parks, where you can catch largemouth bass, bluegill, trout, catfish, and panfish. Several trails are also yours to explore, including ones for beginners and advanced hikers. You’ll marvel at the state’s riparian, desert, and mountainous ecologies.
Cycling Through Sierra Vista: 5 Days Following El Tour de Zona Bike Race
Experience Southern Arizona like never before with this 5-day biking adventure, featuring El Tour de Zona. From exploring Sierra Vista’s charming local spots to biking through the picturesque Ramsey Canyon Preserve, historic Bisbee, and Tombstone, this itinerary captures the essence of Southern Arizona’s natural beauty and rich history. Whether you’re cycling through the Sky Islands or enjoying local scenes, this trip offers an unforgettable blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
5 Days in Superior, Arizona
Why stay longer? Simple: Because you can. Superior is perfectly equipped to accommodate a longer stay. Whether you have the freedom of a retired person or the flexibility of a remote worker, Superior is the perfect place to make your home away from home. With so much rich history and rugged landscape to explore, you’ll be glad you took the extra time to dive deep into all that Superior has to offer.
Epic National Park Colorado-Utah Road Trip
The national parks in Colorado and Utah are bucket list destinations for many travelers, and for good reason! The rugged terrain, inspiring views, rich histories and vibrant communities will create memories for you and your family that will last a lifetime.
Williams, AZ to the Grand Canyon: 3 Days, 3 Ways
Known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon, Williams is the perfect launch point for any Grand Canyon trip. Make your Grand Canyon trip a recipe for success with our all-encompassing three-day itinerary. This menu of mega adventures and experiences is sure to leave you satisfied.
State Parks Road Trip through the Heart of Arizona
Beachside campsites offer easy access to the river, while hiking trails along the banks give hikers panoramic views of the river and beyond. Springtime wildflowers are best seen along the half-mile Lightning Bolt Trail, and the Copper Mines Trail and Lamb Springs Trail take you on an abandoned mine tour.
Southern Arizona State Park Road Trip
After a day of hiking or horseback riding, make a short drive for some of the best stargazing in the state.