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Zion National Park

This spectacular journey through the US national parks of Utah offers an in-depth experience through this stunning natural paradise: hit the big 5 in style and see what Utah has to offer!

Nicholas Fabbri
Scenset travel curator

Follow the paths where native people and pioneers walked. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience wilderness in a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present day adventures.

Sunday, 25 June – Sunday, 02 July, 2023 · 7 nights
Zion National Park
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Trip Overview

25 June - 2 July

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Local/Emergency Contacts

If you need any urgent assistance while you are traveling, or if you would like to make any changes, reservations, or cancellations during your time in Utah, you can contact the following who will be your local contacts during your trip:

  • Guided Tours: will be provided
  • Local Contact Number: will be provided
  • Property Manager: will be provided
  • Local Contact Number: will be provided
  • Your Curator: will be provided: will be provided or via scenset app chat
  • scenset Emergency Line: will be provided


You can also reach out to us on the scenset app and we will be happy to help.

Important: If something needs immediate assistance, your local contact is the best person to call first as they are in the same time zone.

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Weather

In June, expect temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s with extremely low humidity. Zion is higher in elevation and is considered the high mountain dessert, so the UV rays are much more intense. Sunscreen is a great idea for outdoor recreating through your summer months.

Mid-mornings and evenings are cooler and pleasant, making it a great time to hike or visit certain areas of the park.

Sunday, 25 June, 2023
Day 1: Arrival Day

Arrive in St. George, Utah and pick up a rental vehicle before making a short drive to Springdale, UT.

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Rental Car

Turo Reservation for a 2017 Kia Sedona mini van.

  • Pick-up: June 25th, afternoon
  • Drop off: July 2nd, afternoon


You’ll check yourself in with a lockbox.

DON’T FORGET
You’ll need the Turo mobile app to check in for your trip. Use the app to document the fuel level, mileage, and vehicle condition at the beginning and end of the trip to avoid being held responsible for any damages or overages.

  • You’re required to show your driver’s license to your host.
  • Refuel the vehicle.
  • Be on time for pickup and return.
  • Keep the car clean and smoke-free.
  • Pets are only allowed with your host’s permission.


Enjoy your trip!

Booked Independently.

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Grocery Stores

Sol Foods
Springdale’s only full-service grocery, bakery, deli and coffee shop and hardware store in Zion Canyon. Whether you are looking for delicious sandwiches, meats, produce, artisanal cheeses, a large beer selection, snacks, or premade meals, this is the spot.

  • Address: 95 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Hours: 7 AM to 11 PM


Lin's Grocery
Lin's offers wonderfully fresh produce, from-scratch bakery items, large natural and organic offerings, full-service grocery and deli departments and butcher blocks that are second to none.

  • Address: 1120 State St, Hurricane, UT 84737
  • Hours: 6 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday Hours: 7 AM to 10 PM

Settle into your sprawling 4 bedroom home before heading into town to explore and enjoy dinner.

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Restaurant Recommendations

Oscar's Cafe
Oscar’s Cafe is a popular restaurant in Springdale that offers Tex-Mex food along with burgers, sandwiches, and breakfast. With a patio that’s perfect for relaxing after a day exploring Zion National Park, this eatery is a must-visit when in the area.

  • Address: 948 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: 435-772-3232
  • Hours: 7 AM - 9 PM
  • Reservations: First Come, First Serve


Spotted Dog
The Spotted Dog Cafe is a light-filled American restaurant with seasonal American meats, salads, and pasta dishes as well as a wine cellar. The elevated dining experience includes dishes like Rocky Mountain Red Trout and Gourmet Game Meatloaf. You can find the restaurant inside Flanigan's Inn on Zion National Park's eastern edge.

  • Address: 428 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: 435-772-0700
  • Hours: 7 AM - 10 AM, 5 PM - 9 PM
  • Reservations: will be provided


Bit and Spur
A popular Mexican and southwestern restaurant with a robust selection of craft beers, Bit and Spur Restaurant & Saloon is perfect for diners looking for a delicious meal or fun night out. The restaurant has options for larger groups and children, making it an excellent choice for the entire family.

  • Address: 1212 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: 435-772-3498
  • Hours: 5 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Reservations: will be provided


Zion Pizza and Noodle
Good food, good times and a relaxing atmosphere are what dinner is all about here at Zion Pizza & Noodle Co. Whether you choose pizza, pasta or any of our other tempting dishes, you're sure to be pleased. And our array of drinks will quench your thirst after a day of adventure.

  • Address: 868 Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: 435-772-3815
  • Hours: 4 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Reservations: Takeout
Your Stay: Zion Hummingbird Villa

Why we love it for you? Wonderful custom home situated on 3/4 of an acre and bordering Zion National Park along the majestic Virgin River. Open layout features a master bedroom with 1 king bed and a huge master bathroom, bedroom 2 features two twin sized beds, bedroom 3 features 1 queen sized bed and en suite bathroom, and bedroom 4 is located on the basement level with 1 queen bed and an en suite bathroom.

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Zion Hummingbird Villa

Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

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Check - In Instructions

Hummingbird Villa

  • 44 Hummingbird Lane, Springdale, UT 84767


Turn on Hummingbird lane and drive all the way to the end. Please park along the wooden fence and enter through either the wooden gate or the half-metal gate. Go through the yard and into the double doors on the patio. There is a keypad for entry.

  • Wifi Password: hummingbird0510
  • Check-in time: Afternoon
  • Check-out time: Morning


Highlighted Amenities

The house includes many great amenities to help you enjoy your stay, including:

  • Pool and Hot Tub
  • Two Washers and Dryers
  • BBQ Grill and Utensils
  • Fully Stocked Kitchen
  • Full Bathroom Amenities


Booked by a guest.

Monday, 26 June, 2023
Day 2: Zion National Park

Enjoy the day exploring the scenset of Zion National Park

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Zion National Park

Hope aboard the complimentary bus into Zion and enjoy the scenic drive. Head on a hike of the Emerald Pools to stretch your legs, and enjoy the spectacular views.

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Recommended Hiking Attire
  • Short sleeve shirts
  • Heavy long sleeve cotton shirt or pullover/hoodie
  • Shorts
  • Hiking pants (or leggings)
  • Waterproof shell
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock
  • Insulated water bottle
  • Swimsuit
  • Sandals
  • Hat
  • Trail running shoes or hiking boots


For shoes, please note that traction is very important. Slick, worn out gym shoes or similar style shoes are inadequate. Lack of traction will cause you to slip, fall or suffer an injury and may prevent us from going on some of the best trails.

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Springdale, UT

Sitting on the southern border of Zion, Springdale, population 529, is more than just a parking lot for the park. It rests in the shadow of the towering red, white and pink striped cliffs that define Southern Utah, essentially an incorporated annex of the park proper, giving you incredible views right from the main drag, aptly named Zion Park Blvd. It’s got plenty of entertainment for those not quite ready to renounce civilization altogether, and lots of outdoor retailers for those who are.

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The Bit and Spur
  • Reservation: Evening
  • Confirmation: will be provided
  • Name: will be provided
  • Address: will be provided
  • Phone: will be provided
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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

Tuesday, 27 June, 2023
Day 3: The Narrows

Weather permitting, we head to the end of the park to hike The Narrows.

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The Narrows Guided Tour

Hike one of the most famous areas of the park with an experienced guide. Wade through the water, going as far as needed to enjoy the beauty and spectacle of Zion's towering canyon walls.

  • Private experience


Booked by scenset.

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Your Guide

Name: will be provided
Phone Number: will be provided

A guide with extensive experience, has been guiding with Epic One for 5 years now, and is an expert in the local flora, fauna, human history and geography. A pro-certified canyoneer, spends free time working through the technical slot canyons of Zion. For the next 3 days, enjoy energy and enthusiasm for the region as guides your family on an incredible adventure!

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07:30 - The Narrows

Experience details

  • Pick Up From Hummingbird Villa: Morning
  • Duration: Around 7 hours
  • Guide name and contact details: will be provided
  • Water and Snacks provided
  • Water shoes provided


Water shoes will be provided for the narrows experience. You can pack dry shoes in your bags to change into after.

Wear layers as it will be colder in the morning and warm up in the afternoon. Quick-dry clothing will be a great option, especially pants/shorts.

*Start times are recommendations to skip the crowds, and length of time can be shortened to accommodate how your family is doing.

Booked by scenset.

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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

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Dinner

Oscar's Cafe is highly rated, tonight would be a good night to try this spot.

They do not take reservations, it's first come, first served. I recommend an early dinner to avoid a long wait.

Wednesday, 28 June, 2023
Day 4: Bryce National Park

Enjoy the breathtaking Hoodoos of Bryce National Park.

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Guided Bryce Canyon National Park Day

Make the drive to Bryce National Park and enjoy walking along the rim of the infamous Hoodoo Valley.

Take the scenic drive and make stops along the way, learning about the history and creation of this spectacular park, or head down into the canyon for a strenuous but rewarding hike.

Booked by scenset

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08:00 - Bryce Canyon

Experience details

  • Pick Up From Hummingbird Villa: Morning
  • Duration: A full day
  • Guide name and contact details: will be provided
  • Water and Snacks provided


Bryce Canyon Option:

  • Navajo Loop: This relatively short, but steep hike is full of beauty. Starting from Sunset Point, we descend through the narrow corridors of Wall Street until we reach the two towering ponderosa pines above the Silent City. We then ascend back to the top passing the notable features of Two Bridges and Thor’s Hammer.
  • Rim Trail: This easy and relatively flat trail circles the entire Bryce Canyon amphitheater. We will enjoy many different perspectives overlooking the entire canyon.
  • Peekaboo Loop: This loop trail located deep in the heart of Bryce can only be accessed by interconnecting either the Bryce Point or Queen’s Garden trails. It is well worth the extra effort as it hides some of the grandest features in Bryce. As we round every corner and climb every rise, a new perspective is open to view and you are left to gaze on these incredible formations.
  • Queen’s Garden: Another treasured trail here, we descend and weave our way through the hoodoo’s and pines until we reach the Queen’s Garden, named after Queen Victoria and a hoodoo that matches her silhouette.
  • Canyon road viewpoints: Once your past the main canyon, there are other areas that are worth the extra time to drive and overlook including Piracy Point, Natural Bridge, Yovimpa Point and Rainbow Point.
  • Mossy Cave: This short trail gives you a sample of the beauty of Bryce Canyon. It meanders over a beautiful river and to the base of a rare red rock waterfall. After viewing the waterfall from below, we will ascend to the top and follow the stream for a bit enjoying the views.
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Takeout Pizza

Zion Pizza and Noodle

  • Address: 868 Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: will be provided
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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

Thursday, 29 June, 2023
Day 5: Dinosaur Museum and Red Cliffs Guided Hike

Head to St. George and let the kids enjoy learning about the history of the dinosaurs in Utah.

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Red Cliffs Guided Morning Hike

Tucked in the far southwestern corner of Utah, the expansive desert landscape of Red Cliffs National Conservation Area marks the zone where three ecosystems merge: the Mojave Desert, Great Basin, and Colorado Plateau. Covering roughly 45,000 acres of public land with 130 miles of non-motorized trails, the preserve offers a rugged environment ripe for adventure.

Booked by scenset

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Tour Details
  • Morning Pick up from lodging
  • Late morning Hike The Red Hills Preserve & Snow Canyon
  • Snow Canyon: In any other place, Snow Canyon would be a national park. Lava beds mixed with towering cliffs and rolling buttresses of pink, orange and white make for spectacular scenery. We will hike along the rim and on top of the sandstone buttes for a perfect view.


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  • Yant Flat and Candy Cliffs: Bright stripes of red stretch across a wild rocky plateau of yellow hoodoos, beehives, and towers – all of which is perched on top of a massive cliff with cascading views down to Cottonwood Canyon. Across this chasm, jagged peaks form a serrated ridge of Navajo sandstone. Vistas continue to Sand Hollow Reservoir in the distance, with its turquoise waters sparkling in the sun. Hidden petroglyphs carved by the ancient Native Americans known as the Ancestral Puebloans are waiting to be discovered.
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Lunch Recommendation

Aubergine

  • 613 S Mall Dr Suite G3, St. George, UT 84790


Super salads, pita melts, acai bowls and smoothies. The perfect spot to fuel up after a wonderful morning hiking.

*Located next to the dinosaur museum

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Walk with the Dinosaurs

Here at the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm, you’ll enter a 200 million-year-old ecosystem that was once home to dinosaurs, fishes, plants, and more. Besides the actual fossils, you won’t want to miss the five life-sized models of prehistoric animals and the working fossil preparation lab.

2180 East Riverside Drive
St. George, UT 84790

If you would like to spend a bit more time outside, the Red Hills Desert Garden is a wonderful alternative.

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Red Hills Desert Garden

Red Hills Desert Garden is Utah’s first desert conservation garden. The nearly 5-acre garden features 5,000 water-efficient plants, a 1,150-foot stream stocked with native and endangered fish species, a replica slot canyon and prehistoric dinosaur tracks found onsite dating back 200 million years.

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Date Night Dinner

Balcony One

Balcony One in Virgin, UT, is a local American restaurant with a Mediterranean twist. Our large menu consists of tasty dishes that are made fresh when you order. From a cocktail bar full of your favorite drinks to live entertainment, we’re certain you’ll have a good time with us.

  • Reservation: Evening
  • Address: 770 West State Rd 9 Virgin, UT, 84779
  • Phone: (435) 635-7141
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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by a guest.

Friday, 30 June, 2023
Day 6: Sand Hollow & Quail Creek Resevoirs

Enjoy a classic day at the lake, Utah style!

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Utah Resevoirs

Well-known in Utah, a day at one of Utah's many reservoirs is perfect for a family looking for a bit of fun in the sun. Enjoy swimming in the water, or rent a paddleboard and take the kids on an adventure.

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Pontoon Rental

20' Pontoon Rental

  • Arrival: Morning
  • Time: Mid-morning to early afternoon
  • Booking Number: will be provided
  • Address: 3351 Sand Hollow Rd.

Hurricane, UT 84737

*Please arrive 30 minutes before your reserved time. Every person driving the equipment must be present at check-out. We are not responsible for the time it takes to check-out the rental equipment and your time will not be extended if you do not arrive early enough to allow proper time for the check-out procedure. The State Park Front gate can have a long line and may delay your arrival time. Please plan accordingly. If the State Park is at Full Capacity, show the front gate this booking reservation to be let in. We often experience a long line of customers at our office, especially towards the middle of the day and on weekends. We will have a full check-out procedure when you arrive to rent the equipment including going over the rules, instructions, and showing you the equipment controls.

*Life jackets are included.

*Parking: You will need to pay the entrance fee to enter the State Park. We are located in the south west corner of the lake. After you enter the front gate, take your first right and we are 1 mile down the road. Check in at the front desk inside the Sand Hollow Rentals building.

*Boat and Sea-Doo boundaries: The watercraft are equipped with a GPS tracking device which will not allow the machine to leave the pre-defined geo-fence boundary area. It will also limit your machine if you are within 150ft of another one of our vessels.

*Gas and tax is extra. We will refuel the equipment upon return and charge you for the fuel you used.

*When picking up the rental equipment, please bring a driver's license and a credit card. We will place a "hold" on the credit card for the full estimated rental amount plus an additional amount for the security deposit per vehicle.

*Boats: Must be 18 or older with a driver's license to drive. The 20' Pontoon Boat has a capacity of 10 persons or 1,600 lbs. The boats come with life jackets and orange flag. Additional items such as wakeboards and pull-tubes are available to rent at the time of your rental.

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Spotted Dog
  • Table for 6
  • A reservation under a different name
  • Reservation Number: will be provided
  • Time: early evening
  • Address: 428 Zion Park Blvd Springdale, UT 84767
  • Phone: (435) 772-0700
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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

Saturday, 01 July, 2023
Day 7: Zion National Park

Enjoy the drive through Zion National Park, passing through the mile long tunnel and checkerboard Mesa before enjoying your UTV Slot Canyon Tour.

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UTV Slot Canyon Tour

Travel offroad by UTV to 2 beautiful slot canyons: Upper Red Cave Slot Canyon and Lower Red Cave Slot Canyon. This tour is for everyone. You will drive right to the mouth of 2 slot canyons and then walk right inside. You will walk about ¼ of a mile total on this tour.

*Plan to depart in the late morning

  • Mid-morning to early afternoon
  • Confirmation Number: will be provided
  • Address: 500 East State St. Orderville, UT 84758


Each of our destinations requires a bit of hiking! All customers are encouraged to carry:

  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Good hiking shoes
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Lunch Option

Thunderbird Cafe

Home of Utah's famous "Ho-Made Pies," the Thunderbird Restaurant features a relaxed setting with a retro feel and vintage décor, offering friendly service, classic American meals & desserts, fresh-baked bread, a wide range of vegetarian options, and wine & beer.

  • Address: 4530 State St, Mt Carmel, UT 84755
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Checkerboard Mesa

Take a drive out to the Eastern Side of the park and enjoy the stunning checkerboard mesa. The kids will enjoy going through the mile long man-made tunnel!

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Zion Hummingbird Villa

  • 4-Bedroom House right at the gate of Zion National Park


Booked by scenset.

Sunday, 02 July, 2023
Day 8: Departure Day

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end...

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Drive to St. George

Head back to St. George to drop off your rental car and board your flights home.

Thank you for travelling with us. We hope you had a fantastic trip and we wish you a safe flight home!