Arizona, Utah & California Self-Drive Holiday (Ultimate 14-Day Road Trip)
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11-night self drive holidays to ARIZONA, UTAH & CALIFORNIA. Cities & National Parks.
Planning a self-drive holiday through Arizona, Utah and California is one of the best ways to experience the American Southwest.
This route takes you through iconic landscapes like the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and the Pacific Coast, combining national parks, desert scenery and world-famous cities like Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
In this offer, we cover:
- The best route and itinerary
- How many days you need
- Driving tips and distances
- The best time to travel
And if you’d prefer a tailor-made version, we can organise the entire trip for you.
Route overview: Arizona, Utah & California road trip
This self-drive itinerary typically follows this route:
Phoenix → Monument Valley → Page (Antelope Canyon) → Bryce Canyon → Zion National Park → Las Vegas or California coast
Total distance: ~1,500–2,000 miles
Recommended duration: 12–16 days
How long do you need to properly enjoy this route?
11 days: Fast-paced, highlights only ; 14 days: Ideal balance (recommended) ; 16+ days: More relaxed, with extra stops in California.
Shorter trips are possible, but you’ll spend more time driving than exploring.
Best time to go: Arizona & Utah road trip
The best months are:
- April–June: Warm weather, fewer crowds
- September–October: Ideal temperatures and scenery
- Summer (July–August) can be extremely hot, especially in Arizona and Nevada, while winter may bring snow in higher elevation parks like Bryce Canyon.
PRICE INCLUDES:
FLIGHTS
- Direct flight London Heathrow to Phoenix, British Airways (+/- 11 hours).
- Direct flight Phoenix to Los Angeles, American Airlines (+/- 1 hour 40 minutes).
- Direct overnight flight Los Angeles to London Heathrow, British Airways (+/- 11 hours).
ACCOMMODATION x 11 nights
- 1 night double room at Crowne Plaza Phoenix airport, Phoenix, Arizona.
- 3 nights double room at Kayenta Monument Valley Inn, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Utah.
- 1 night double room at Little America Hotel OR similar, Flagstaff, Arizona.
- 3 nights studio double room at Hilton Vacation Club Sedona Summit, Sedona National Park, Arizona.
- 3 nights double room on room only basis at Hotel Carmel , Santa Monica / Venice Beach.
CAR RENTAL, FORD FOCUS OR SIMILAR.
- Unlimited mileage.
- Basic collision damage included.
- Pick up: Phoenix airport on arrival.
- Drop off: Phoenix airport on departure.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time USA visitors?
Yes, it’s one of the most popular and easiest road trips to navigate.Do I need to book national park tickets in advance?
Some parks (like Zion) may require shuttle reservations in peak season.Can this trip start in California instead of Las Vegas?
Yes, many travellers start in Los Angeles or San Francisco.
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Arizona, Monument Valley & California self drive holidays
London - Phoenix
Direct BA flight London to Phoenix
Day flight London - Phoenix, British Airways.
After clearing immigration, collect your hire car and drive approximately ten minutes to your chosen accommodation.- 1 night double room at Crowne Plaza Phoenix airport, Phoenix, Arizona.
Phoenix - Monument Valley National Park
Welcome to Utah!
Today you will be driving approximately five hours towards Northern Arizona to Monument Valley, a striking National Park where many blockbusters movies have been filmed, such as Forrest Gump. On arrival, you will feel you are in a different planet... stop along the way and take many scenic and iconic photographs.
We have selected a perfect hotel choice facing Monument Valley, The View Hotel, a 95-room low raised hotel that blends beautifully with the environment and all rooms feature balconies with spectacular views. A perfect place for star gazing!
- 3 nights double room at Kayenta Monument Valley Inn, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Utah.
Monument Valley National Park
Spend two full days enjoying this magical location in Northern Arizona or join one of many optional
Monument Valley, UTAH
Navajo guided tours, horse tour or jeep tour.
Self drive along the scenic Monument Valley loop drive and stop at Forrest Gump Point for the perfect photo opportunity.
We have been there so we can tell you all about it.
Monument Valley National Park
Forrest Gump Point, Utah
Monument Valley - Bearizona Wildlife Park - Flagstaff
Experience a close encounter with a bear!
After breakfast, depart towards Flagstaff and three and a half hours later you will arrive at Bearizona Wildlife Park, a self drive nature park that will allow you to have a surreal close encounter with bears.
Don't worry, they will be roaming free and you will be driving along a forest and will have a great opportunity to take amazing photographs! While visiting this Nature Park, you will also see other animal species such as the North American river otter, Bob Cats, Javelinas, Red Foxes, porcupines, etc...
Today you will be driving through part of the historic Route 66 that connect East with West of USA.
Drive 30 minutes further and you will then arrive at your next stop over, the university town of Flagstaff.
- 1 night double room at Little America Hotel OR similar, Flagstaff, Arizona.
Flagstaff - Sedona National Park
Sedona N.P.
Driving distance will be an hour approximately.
On arrival, check in at your chosen accommodation and enjoy the lively town and its quirky shops and restaurants.
- 3 nights studio double room at Hilton Vacation Club Sedona Summit, Sedona National Park, Arizona.
Sedona National Park
Sedona really rocks!
Driving to one of many view points at sunrise and witnessing the sun coming out and reflecting on the red rocks is just magical!
In Sedona you can find plenty of meditation groups, yoga, hiking, hot air ballooning and jeep safaris that take you up the mountain. Often, you will find tourists trying to drive themselves up the mountain paths through dirt roads but this is not a good idea. Even a good SUV 4x4 will struggle!
Sedona National Park
Wake up early and go hiking and witness the spectacular sunrises from many different view points.
Seeing the first sun reflections on the mountains is just so special! The town of Sedona is small and vibrant, full of local shops, local restaurants and fun bars!Sedona - Phoenix - Los Angeles
Drive just under three hours South to Phoenix airport and return your rental car.
Welcome to L.A.!
Take a short direct flight to Los Angeles.
On arrival at LAX airport, take a taxi to your hotel in Santa Monica. The taxi will cost under 40usd one way and it will take between 30 and 40 minutes to get to your chosen hotel, Hotel Carmel, which is located a minute walk to Santa Monica Pier and next to the famous Third Street Promenade shopping district in Santa Monica.
- 3 nights double room on room only basis at Hotel Carmel OR Venice Suites , Santa Monica / Venice Beach.
Los Angeles
Hollywood, Griffith Park for stunning sunsets over Los Angeles or the trendy West Hollywood district. Los Angeles
Return home
TOUR LOCATION
London - Las Vegas - Grand Canyon - Sedona - Prescott - Los Angeles
What's included in the price?
Flights
Direct flights London-Phoenix, Phoenix-Los Angeles, Los Angeles-London with British Airways/American Airlines. UK regional departures also available.
Accommodation
11-night accommodation in centrally located hotels as per itinerary description
Meal plan
Room only
Car hire
Compact car for the entire duration of the holiday. Basic insurance included
ATOL protection
ATOL Certificate, issued at time of booking for your financial protection
| YEAR 2026 | Adult price from |
| May - June | P.O.A. |
| 14th July | £2,295 |
| 25th August | £1,995 |
| September | £1,995 |
| October | £1,995 |
| November | £1,795 |
| December | P.O.A. |
| YEAR 2027 | Adult price from |
| Jan - February | P.O.A. |
| March | £1,995 |
| April | P.O.A. |
