This trek is planned with the cooperation of the Hole-in-the-Rock Foundation.
| Day 1: Mon, May 14 |
We will meet the bus at the National Headquarters Building in Salt Lake City, where we may leave vehicles if desired. We will make a stop at historical Cove Fort, then travel to Parowan May 14 and visit the Parowan Meeting House/Museum. We will also be treated to a dutch oven dinner there. Overnight in Cedar City. |
| Day 2: Tue, May 15 |
Our first stop this morning will be a visit to the Iron Mission Museum, then we will drive through northern Arizona and southern Utah on our way to Page, AZ. On the way we will stop at Pipe Spring National Monument. As we travel we will learn more of the history of this area, and of the Hole-In-The-Rock expedition so we can be prepared for our visit there. After arriving in Page you will have the option of making an excursion into one of the fascinating slot canyons, (extra cost – @$30) or you may choose to go to the visitor center at Glen Canyon Dam and make the short hike to the spectacular overlook at Horseshoe Bend. (If the weather and roads allow, we will have another option. That is to skip the museum and slot canyons and make a trip the the North Rim of the Grand Canyon on our way to Page.) Overnight in Page. |
| Day 3: Wed, May 16 |
An early morning flight in smaller planes, where everyone will have a window seat, will take us over the Lake Powell area to Rainbow Bridge and the Hole-in-the-Rock. We should be able to see not only these two impressive sites, but also much of the trail leading to and from the Hole-in-the-Rock so we have a good perspective of the country these hardy pioneers traversed in filling their mission to the San Juan. After returning to Page, and getting some lunch, we will have a relaxing afternoon taking a float trip (smooth water!) from just below the dam to Lee’s Ferry. This will take us through breathtaking scenery. We will return to Page for the night. |
| Day 4: Thur, May 17 |
This will be a another enjoyable day, as we drive from Page to Bluff, Utah, looping down through some of the Navajo Reservation. On the way we will visit Monument Valley, where we will visit a historical museum and enjoy a Navajo Taco lunch. We will also see and learn about some of the historical landmarks and history of Monument Valley. We will then drive through Bluff and on to Salvation Knoll, which was significant in the Hole-in-the-Rock experience. Those who desire to may climb the bluff and see what some of those early pioneers saw as they searched for the goal they were seeking. We will also enjoy another Dutch Oven Dinner while in the area. We will then return to Bluff, and spend two nights there. |
| Day 5: Fri, May 18 |
Our group will be divided today, with half the group visiting San Juan Hill and River House Ruin, while the other half tours the Bluff Fort, historic homes, and the cemetery. In the afternoon the groups will switch. Those visiting San Juan Hill, etc. will be riding in SUV’s and on ATV’s. (Four Wheelers.) We will need to have at least three couples in each group who feel comfortable driving and riding a four-wheeler! In the evening we will be treated to a group meal and fireside in the Bluff log meetinghouse, then return to our motel for the night. |
| Day 6: Sat, May 19 |
Our trip home will take us through Moab, Green River, and Price as we make our way back to Salt Lake City, and on to our own individual destinations. We will have a new under-standing and deeper appreciation of the price paid by these early pioneers to settle this part of Utah, as they filled their mission calls. |
Cost (based on two people per room)
These are 2011 costs. 2012 cost may vary some, but should not be very far from this price. We will not be able to determine final costs until we get information later in the year.
If 40 go = $910 per person
If 50 go = $870 per person
If you choose not to go on the flight, $250 will be deducted from your cost.
Cost includes motor coach, including tip for the driver, motel rooms, breakfast at each motel (excepting Bluff), sightseeing flight, float trip, outfitter fees, and any entrance fees. It also includes two dutch oven dinners, lunch at Monument Valley, and breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Friday at Fort Bluff. The only other costs for the tour will be the balance of meals, the slot canyon excursion, if you choose that option, and any personal items you wish to purchase.
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