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Colourful Trails of the Southwest

10-Day US National Park Tour of Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico

Southwest Native Trails Guided Tour
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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

10 days, 1 country and 14 cities

9 nights accommodation

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

Itinerary

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Explore the Southwest: Phoenix to Albuquerque

On this tour, each day is a cultural and natural adventure. You’ll stay inside Grand Canyon National Park, explore ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park and natural arches near Moab, and ride a 4x4 through Monument Valley’s landscapes with a member of the Navajo Nation. 

Free booking changes

Low deposit from £100

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Free booking changes

Low deposit from £100

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Choose Your End Location or Extend Your Tour

Choose to end your tour in Albuquerque or Santa Fe, or extend your journey with the Southwest Balloon Fiesta

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End Albuquerque

End Albuquerque

End your tour in Albuquerque with a transfer to Albuquerque Airport.

From

£2,806

End Santa Fe

End Santa Fe

End your tour in Santa Fe with a transfer to Santa Fe Airport.

From

£2,806

Balloon Fiesta End Albuquerque

Balloon Fiesta End Albuquerque

Extend your journey with the Southwest Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.

From

£3,551

End Albuquerque

End Albuquerque

End your tour in Albuquerque with a transfer to Albuquerque Airport.

From

£2,806

End Santa Fe

End Santa Fe

End your tour in Santa Fe with a transfer to Santa Fe Airport.

From

£2,806

Balloon Fiesta End Albuquerque

Balloon Fiesta End Albuquerque

Extend your journey with the Southwest Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.

From

£3,551

Trip map

Colorful Trails Southwest Phoenix Albuquerque Guided Tour Map

Day By Day Itinerary

10-day itinerary from Phoenix to Albuquerque visiting 1 Country and 14 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, and Taos Pueblo 

Visit Scottsdale, Cameron Trading Post, Horseshoe Bend Lookout, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Santa Fe

Scenic Drive through Sedona's Red Rock Country, Oak Creek Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park's Desert View Drive, Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway, the High Road Scenic Byway from Taos to Santa Fe

View Cliff Palace dwelling at Mesa Verde National Park, Desert Viewpoint

What's included?

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

All transport and transfers shown

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Frequently asked questions

Live, unedited & independent traveller reviews

Colourful Trails of the Southwest End Albuquerque trip reviews

Colourful Trails of the Southwest End Albuquerque trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.6/

5

243 reviews

independently verified reviews

93% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 06/02/2026 11:13:20

"Enjoyable trip."

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 05/26/2026 08:41:35

Trafalgar’s service was terrific. Tour Director kept us well informed of the days events. Good trip

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Gary Bennett

5/5

Reviewed on 05/26/2026 08:34:25

Trusted Customer

4/5

Reviewed on 05/26/2026 07:51:42

Overall, the trip was wonderful. Tyson and Mark were professional, knowledgeable and friendly.

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"Southwest USA. I saw many places I had never seen before. The"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 05/26/2026 07:38:39

Everything was on time and in order. Clear explanations for each day’s activities were given and

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 05/22/2026 10:06:48

Very well organised with a good understanding f ravellers' needs. A excellent and varied itinerary

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"Beyond our expectations"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/13/2025 15:56:17

Great communication We were always informed of the schedule for the day. We never had to load or

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"A terrific SW tour"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/12/2025 11:27:07

All really excellent All of it was excellent. A beautiful trip and a wonderful experience.

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/03/2025 10:00:23

"Southwest Trails"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 10/30/2025 12:25:27

Great guide and bus driver Wonderful trip The trip was filled with spectacular sights: Grand

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