43 days in Utah Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Mesa Arch (in Canyonlands National Park) and Delicate Arch (in Arches National Park). And it doesn't end there: relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, explore the stunning scenery at Canyonlands National Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Arches National Park, and get a taste of the local shopping with Bret Edge Photography Gallery.

To find photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Moab trip itinerary planner.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Moab is an approximately 21-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Moab is minus 4 hours. When traveling from Rio de Janeiro in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Moab, with highs around 39°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can drive to Bluff.

Bluff is a census-designated place (CDP) in San Juan County, Utah, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Monument Valley (Photography Tours, Goulding’s Trading Post Museum., &more), Muley Point Overlook (in Mexican Hat) and Natural Bridges National Monument (in Blanding). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Bluff Fort Historic Site, explore the different monuments and memorials at Pioneer Cemetery, take a memorable drive along Moki Dugway, and make a trip to Cow Canyon Trading Post.

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Bluff road trip site.

Traveling by car from Moab to Bluff takes 2 hours. Traveling from Moab in August, things will get slightly colder in Bluff: highs are around 36°C and lows about 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to drive to Capitol Reef National Park.

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Capitol Reef National Park: Calf Creek Falls Recreation Area (in Escalante), Goblin Valley State Park (in Green River) and Factory Butte (in Caineville). There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape of Capitol Reef National Park , steep yourself in history at Fruita Campground, appreciate the views at Cathedral Valley, and admire the landmark architecture of Fruita Schoolhouse.

For where to stay, photos, ratings, and tourist information, read our Capitol Reef National Park trip maker.

You can drive from Bluff to Capitol Reef National Park in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Bluff in August, expect Capitol Reef National Park to be slightly colder, temps between 29°C and 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Bryce.

Serving as a gateway to the adjacent Bryce Canyon National Park, the tiny town of Bryce draws outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers all year round.

Go for a jaunt from Bryce to Torrey to see Highway 12 Scenic Byway about 50 minutes away. There's much more to do: hike along Navajo/Queens Garden Loop, tour the pleasant surroundings at Navajo Loop Trail, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Peek-A-Boo Loop, and explore the stunning scenery at Red Canyon.

To find photos and other tourist information, read Bryce online holiday maker.

Traveling by car from Capitol Reef National Park to Bryce takes 2.5 hours. August in Bryce sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can drive to Kanab.

Kanab is a city in and the county seat of Kane County, Utah, United States. Get out of town with these interesting Kanab side-trips: Big Water (Paria Rimrocks Toadstool Hoodoos & Coyote Buttes). The adventure continues: hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, stroll around Jacob Hamblin Park, admire the majestic nature at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, and take in the dramatic natural features at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Kanab trip website.

You can drive from Bryce to Kanab in 1.5 hours. Traveling from Bryce in September, expect Kanab to be a bit warmer, temps between 34°C and 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Zion National Park is known for nature, scenic drive, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the wealth of natural beauty at The Narrows, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, take a memorable drive along Zion Shuttle, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Angel's Landing.

To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Zion National Park trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Kanab to Zion National Park in an hour. September in Zion National Park sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Cedar City.

Cedar City is a city in Iron County, Utah, United States, 250mi south of Salt Lake City, and 180mi north of Las Vegas on Interstate 15. Explore Cedar City's surroundings by going to Aspen Mirror Lake (in Duck Creek Village) and Brian Head Peak Observation (in Brian Head). And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic natural features at Cedar Breaks National Monument Visitor Center, explore the stunning scenery at Dixie National Forest, see the interesting displays at Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, and explore the striking landscape of Parowan Gap Petroglyphs.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Cedar City trip maker site.

Traveling by car from Zion National Park to Cedar City takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Zion National Park in September, you will find days in Cedar City are a bit cooler (30°C), and nights are about the same (10°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can go by car to Vernal.

Vernal, the county seat and largest city in Uintah County is in northeastern Utah, United States, about 175mi east of Salt Lake City and west of the Colorado border. Pink Brontosaurus has been added to your itinerary. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Vernal: Manila (Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area & Sheep Creek Geological Loop). The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, immerse yourself in nature at Red Fleet State Park, explore the striking landscape of Dinosaur National Monument visitor center, and explore the ancient world of McConkie Ranch.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Vernal trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Cedar City to Vernal in 6 hours. September in Vernal sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can drive to Salt Lake City.

Utah's capital and most populous city, Salt Lake City boasts a small-town feel, big-city amenities, and plenty of nature on its doorstep.

Change things up with these side-trips from Salt Lake City: Deer Valley Resort (in Heber City), Guardsman Pass Scenic Backway (in Park City) and Antelope Island State Park (in Syracuse). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple Square, cruise along Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, get a taste of the local shopping with Art at the Main Gallery, and take in breathtaking views at Big Cottonwood Canyon.

To see reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Salt Lake City trip planner.

Traveling by car from Vernal to Salt Lake City takes 3 hours. Traveling from Vernal in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Salt Lake City, with lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.