4 p.m. to 7 p.m. — Start your experience in Las Vegas and set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Enjoy a welcome group dinner and get to know those who will share this journey with you.

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. — Dive into the vibrant culture of Las Vegas as you explore the city’s unique blend of entertainment, history and desert surroundings. The day includes a visit to Seven Magic Mountains, the colorfully iconic desert art installation. Discover how this ever-evolving city thrives in the heart of the Southwest before preparing to set out on the road.

6 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Depart Las Vegas and head into the heart of the Southwest’s natural wonders. Wander beneath the towering cliffs of Zion National Park, hike to the breathtaking overlook at Horseshoe Bend, and explore the world-famous Lower Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide. Overnight stay in Arizona.

6 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Spend the morning taking in the breathtaking views at Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. Then travel along the historic stretches of Route 66 as we make our scenic return to Las Vegas.

We’re scheduled to arrive back in Las Vegas at 8 p.m.  For those of you flying home this evening (many guests take “red eye” flights in the late evening), our driver will make drops at both the Las Vegas Airport as well as at the Hyatt Place Hotel (in case you wish to spend another night in Las Vegas and want to book your own hotel room here).

Unlimited water, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks will be provided along the way during Friday and Saturday.

Snacks will not be provided on Wednesday or Thursday.

No, your Antelope Canyon admission is included in the tuition. Guided tours, led by Navajo guides, offer insights into the Canyon’s history, geology, and cultural significance.

As of January 2026, the U.S. National Park Service introduced a new policy requiring non-U.S. residents to pay an additional $100 surcharge to enter some of the most visited national parks, including Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon. Park rangers may check identification at park entrances to determine eligibility.

If you have a valid U.S. state-issued driver’s license, a valid U.S. state-issued ID card, or a U.S. National Parks Annual Pass (with a valid state ID or driver’s license), no further action is required. Please make sure to bring your ID and/or annual pass with you on the trip.

If you do not have a U.S. state-issued ID or driver’s license, you will need park access through a shared “America the Beautiful” Annual Pass. The annual pass costs $250 and can be shared by up to 4 participants, bringing the cost to $62.50 per person. Learning Across America will pay half the cost of the pass or $31.25. We will arrange shared passes for au pairs who need them, and the remaining $31.25 fee will be collected closer to the tour start date.

There is a moderate amount of walking required on this tour:

• Horseshoe Bend: Approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) round-trip

• Lower Antelope Canyon: Approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) total, including descending five flights of stairs

• Zion National Park: Trail walking

Please note: This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs, walkers, or mobility scooters.

In Las Vegas we will stay at the Hyatt Place Las Vegas, 4520 Paradise Road (phone 702.369.3366).

On Friday night you will stay at the Garner Hotel Page in Page, Arizona (phone 928.645.5050).

Since this is a tour-only travel experience, no education credit will be awarded.

If you need to cancel the tour, the following cancellation policy applies:
— If you cancel on or before Thursday, August 13, you will receive a full refund.
— If you cancel between Friday, August 14, and Friday, August 28, you will forfeit $500.
— If you cancel after Friday, August 28, you will not receive a refund.

In order to cancel your course you must send an email to Learning Across America. Your cancellation is not effective until you receive written confirmation from Learning Across America.

• Please keep in mind that plans are subject to change in light of factors such as the weather, time constraints, road closures and events taking place in the area during the time of your visit.

• Please also note that as the start of the tour draws near, we will send each guest a link to a WhatsApp group that will allow us to communicate with guests and guests to communicate with one another about their plans in regard to travel arrangements.

• To make sure that space remains available for this tour, first sign up for the tour and receive the confirmation we’ll email you.  Once that’s done, you may then book your travel arrangements.