Zion & Bryce Canyon
Why Zion & Bryce
The desert air never felt so crisp. You wade upstream in Zion’s Narrows, feeling rushing water on your ankles. Beside you, thousand-foot sandstone walls stand proudly, sheared by millenia of rain and wind. A sliver of sky shines upon you, a reminder of your place in the vast ecosystem in which you find yourself. Tomorrow you have the opposite vantage, gazing across the hoodoo voodoo of Bryce Canyon. And underscore it all back at your remote private campsite, crafted exclusively for you. It doesn't get much better than this.
Moments That Matter
If you want the opportunity to see national parks in a fully elevated, customized way, this trip is for you. Set up in luxury at a bespoke camp on the edge of Zion National Park and explore Utah’s wondrous landscape in a way very few have. With a guide and private chef, hot showers and fresh, seasonal meals, this is the most unique and intimate way to experience the outdoors.
Your Private Experience
Who It’s For
Lovers of the outdoors, people who appreciate being away from the crowds in rustic luxury, with outstanding hosts and the comforts of home. This is an incomparable opportunity to experience quality service on a remote getaway.
When to Travel
We love to visit April thru mid-June, and September thru October, when daytime highs are in the upper 70s and low 80s, and nighttime lows are in the mid-40s. At other times of year prepare for the heat of summer, and the snows of winter.
Make It Yours
More or less hiking, climbing, or more time relaxing by the campfire, fly fishing or canyoneering, you’ll have options to craft whatever type of experience you're looking for.
Itinerary Highlights
A fully custom Zion and Bryce Canyon experience, ideal for long weekend getaways. Set up in your bespoke homebase for adventure, ready to experience the true beauty of these desert wonders.
Where We Sleep
Our Canvas Collection elevates a rustic setting to a luxurious paradise. Enjoy white-glove service in a private campsite crafted just for you.
Zion National Park
Just minutes from the park’s entrance, set up in style at a private luxury basecamp. Enjoy the outdoors in supreme comfort, with a 150-square-foot custom canvas tent, choice of bed, down comforters, private en-suite toilets, hot showers and fresh towels. Your attentive staff will guide you on private hikes, prepare fresh, seasonal meals and set up the crackling campfire at night under the stars.
People Love MO/AD Private Departures
I am truly a tough critic but you planned an exceptionally fun adventure—no constructive criticism necessary.
Our activities were amazing, and the accommodations and food were excellent.
MO/AD was able to arrange special experiences that are impossible as an individual traveler or family. Amazing!
FAQs
How many people is this itinerary suitable for?
Our private itineraries are ideal for groups of four or more—you and friends, families, and multi-generational groups. For groups of six or more, an optional Modern Adventure local guide can be arranged.
Can you curate an itinerary for a larger group?
Yes, we can help you craft an unforgettable milestone celebration, for groups as large as 40 or more.
What makes a MO/AD experience different?
Our level of curation and care. We handle everything, overseeing your experience from beginning to end, with the highest levels of ownership and responsibility. We also support you each step of the way, with comprehensive trip materials and itineraries, detailed day-by-day options, insider destination info, gear recommendations, and 24/7 dedicated support.
How far in advance should I plan my trip?
Preferably three to six months in advance. We stay in unique, in-demand boutique and luxury hotels where advance reservations are important to secure the best accommodations possible.
What is typically included?
We curate your Modern Adventure to ensure the experiences are authentic and immersive, and included in your trip price. This includes all accommodations, local transport and airport transfers, private travel for all day trips and excursions, private tours with local guides and cultural experts, exclusive VIP access and activities, all breakfasts and some lunches and dinners.
How much will it cost?
Private Modern Adventures typically cost $750 to $1,500 per person, per day, and vary by time of year, number of people in your group, types of activities you prefer including private local guides and private transfers.
What's not included?
MO/AD Private Departures do not include roundtrip airfare to/from your destination, travel insurance, transportation to your trip’s starting point, hotel incidentals (including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs), and any activities or meals not included in your confirmed MO/AD itinerary.
What deposits are required?
After learning more about you, your interests and preferred style of travel, as well as your preferred travel dates, we will present you with a detailed itinerary including activities, internal flights, transport and accommodations. In order to check and confirm availability for your group, there is a $750 non-refundable deposit due. This will be applied to your final trip cost.
Your trip is guaranteed—and your dates secured—with a 25% non-refundable deposit. Many of our local partners, including our hotel and resort partners, require advance deposits to secure the best accommodations. The balance of your trip is due 30 days prior to travel.