22 days in Utah Itinerary

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

Visiting Windows and Landscape Arch will get you outdoors. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Double Arch and Fiery Furnace. Change things up with a short trip to Devils Garden Trailhead in Arches National Park (about 40 minutes away). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Park Avenue Trail, surround yourself with nature on Deep Desert Expeditions, trek along Balanced Rock Trail, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

For photos, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Moab road trip planner.

Montreal, Canada to Moab is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and car. Traveling from Montreal to Moab, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Montreal in April, you will find days in Moab are somewhat warmer (22°C), and nights are about the same (3°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Canyonlands National Park.

Canyonlands National Park features myriad canyons and buttes that the Colorado River, Green River, and their tributaries have carved over millions of years in hues of red and orange.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take in the dramatic natural features at Upheaval Dome, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Island in the Sky, and then explore the striking landscape at Mesa Arch. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Shafer Trail, then get great views at Grand View Point Overlook, and then trek along White Rim Trail.

For where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, read Canyonlands National Park route planner.

Traveling by car from Moab to Canyonlands National Park takes 1.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Canyonlands National Park are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Blanding.

Blanding is a city in San Juan County, Utah, United States. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): explore the striking landscape at Natural Bridges National Monument. Here are some ideas for day two: cruise along Moki Dugway, immerse yourself in nature at Goosenecks State Park, and then immerse yourself in nature at The Edge of the Cedars State Park.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Blanding trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Canyonlands National Park to Blanding in 2.5 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Escalante.

Escalante is a city in Garfield County, Utah, United States located along Utah Scenic Byway 12 (SR-12) in the south central part of the state. On the 19th (Wed), take in the dramatic natural features at Peekaboo Gulch, then take in the dramatic natural features at Spooky Gulch, and then take a memorable drive along Hole In The Rock Road. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Thu): admire the sheer force of Calf Creek Falls Recreation Area, then get engrossed in the history at Escalante Heritage Center, then cruise along Scenic Byway 12, and finally cruise along Highway 12 Scenic Byway.

To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Escalante tour itinerary builder.

Getting from Blanding to Escalante by car takes about 5 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Blanding in April: high temperatures in Escalante hover around 15°C and lows are around -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.

You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.

Step off the beaten path and head to Kodachrome Basin State Park and Red Canyon Trail Rides. Escape the urban bustle at Peek-A-Boo Loop and Willis Creek. Next up on the itinerary: hike along Bryce Amphitheatre, take in breathtaking views at Sunset Point, explore the striking landscape at Natural Bridge, and stroll through Rim Trail.

To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Bryce Canyon National Park trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Escalante to Bryce Canyon National Park by car takes about 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around -4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Zion National Park.

Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.

Get in touch with nature at Zion National Park and Kolob Canyons. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Temple of Sinawava Trail and Hidden Canyon. Step out of Zion National Park with an excursion to Kanarra Falls in Kanarraville--about 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: trek along Kayenta Trail, take a memorable drive along Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel, take in the awesome beauty at Checkerboard Mesa, and explore and take pictures at Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Zion National Park travel planner.

Getting from Bryce Canyon National Park to Zion National Park by car takes about 1.5 hours. Traveling from Bryce Canyon National Park in April, expect Zion National Park to be somewhat warmer, temps between 24°C and 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.