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JOIN US AS WE TRAVEL through an iconic landscape that reveals one of the most studied sequences of layered rock on earth! We will spend a day and and two nights at the less-visited North Rim of the Grand Canyon, a day to explore majestic Zion Canyon, a day visit to Bryce Canyon, plus additional stops at the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Museum, Calico Ghost Town, Virgin River Gorge, the Dinosaur Museum in St. George, Utah, and two nights in Las Vegas. Through the entire trip, we will learn about the geology and natural history of the majestic scenery, making this a tour you could get nowhere else! Seats are limited — so make your reservations soon!

Bryce Canyon (photo by Gingi Yee)
Calico Ghost Town (photo by Ed Pastor)
Grand Canyon (photo by David Patton)
Las Vegas (photo by Ed Pastor)
Mojave Desert Landscape (photo by David Patton)
Zion Canyon (photo by Gingi Yee)

Click any of the 6 photographs above to view a gallery of 15 images.

Endorsements

“Prothero is a masterful lecturer with an encyclopedic knowledge of just about everything associated with the areas we travel … a once-in-a-lifetime experience.” Michael Shermer

“We have previously seen some of these places, but not with our very own world renowned guide!” Bonnie and Tim Callahan

“In addition to the “formal” lectures, the free-for-all of eclectic conversations and fun and fellowship between the participants on these trips is the icing on the intellectual cake!” Val and Bob Hoffman

What’s Included?

Tour package includes: natural science lectures en route, charter bus, hotels, all breakfasts and lunches during the trip, one dinner at the Grand Canyon (the traditional Grand Canyon Cookout Experience with a live country-western show), museum and park fees, and a tour guide booklet. The fee also includes a $200 tax-deductible donation to the Skeptics Society.

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Email us or call 1-626-794-3119 with a credit card to secure your spot.

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