Phoenix, Scottsdale, Route 66, Canyon de Chelly, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park and Sedona

After touching down in Phoenix, you'll pick up your rental car at the airport and take a short drive to one of the luxury resort hotels found in Scottsdale, Phoenix.

A full day to recuperate at your leisure, spend the day by the pool or in one of the numerous spa's located in Scottsdale. Ready to start exploring straight away? Then the Phoenix area has lots to offer, one of our favourite activities is to take a hot air balloon ride as the sun rises over the Sonoran Desert. Remember, you'll be supplied with a detailed Road Trip Pack which will inform you of all the sight-seeing options available in the area. Do as many or as few as you like, or just stay by the pool if you prefer.

Keen to stretch your legs in Scottsdale? Here are some of our top suggestions for things to see and do. How about, horse riding in the Sonoran Desert, it's a great way to get up close to this peaceful desert environment. Beautiful Papago Park offers red rocks, botanical gardens and a fab zoo. Or maybe you want to experience some art & culture, such as a visit to Scottsdale's Museum of the West or Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home Taliesin West.

Included in your personalised Road Trip Pack, you'll find plenty of detailed suggestions about what to do and see on along the road trip. One of our favourites is the Meteor Crater near Winslow in Arizona. El Morro is a detour considering too to see 'inscription rock', a large sandstone pueblo where travellers since the 17th century have left messages.

This vast park is located in Chinle, Arizona - this National Monument contains a fascinating archaeological site. The Puebloan people built their homes into the cliff walls, and these dwellings are very much in evidence today. You can enjoy rim drives and hikes such as the popular White House Trail. All of the destinations on this Arizona road trip are a great place to visit year-round and a lovely holiday to consider taking in the winter months.

Heading north today, on a short drive which to Monument Valley on the Arizona Utah State-line. Once you've arrived, there are guided tours, jeep adventures, horseback riding or if you can just kick back and relax and take in your surroundings. The iconic rock formations of "The Mittens" are visible from every hotel room or cabin at "The View Hotel". An awe-inspiring panorama that only gets better as the sunsets behind it.

Amongst the red-rock is a small oasis of water at Lake Powell. The lake encircles beautiful rock formations, sandstone cliffs and even beaches. Lake Powell differs from Utah’s other wonders in that it is man-made, but this doesn’t detract from its beauty. The best way to see the lake is of course on the water itself. You can hire a boat or take a guided boat trip from the Lake Powell Marina. Once you’re back on dry land, why not head to Horseshoe Bend and watch the sunset on the horizon behind this iconic (and free) road trip attraction.

Antelope Canyon includes two separate, photogenic slot canyon sections, referred to individually as Upper Antelope Canyon or The Crack; and Lower Antelope Canyon or The Corkscrew. Make sure your camera has plenty of room for photos - this is the most photographed slot canyons in the southwest of America.

The worlds largest and most well known geological wonder is just staggering. Two billion years in the making, the Colorado River has forged a mile deep, 18 miles wide and 277-mile long gauge into Arizona. Following our route, you'll stay at the South Rim which has the best lodging and facilities for viewing the Grand Canyon.

Sedona lies to the south of the Grand Canyon and is surrounded by multi-hued red stone formations which rise up from the desert floor. Over the coming few days, you'll have the difficult choice between relaxing at your luxury resort, visiting one of the area's State Parks or maybe you'll prefer to opt for an adventure tour.

Sedona is often voted as the "Most Beautiful Places in America", and it's easy to see why this area is so highly regarded. Sedona feels like a luxury resort town, nestled in a mini National Park. Why not indulge in some retail therapy or a spa treatment, or maybe some hiking and biking, or how about a Jeep, ATV or Segway tour - this place has something for everyone.

A third day surrounded by the stunning scenery of Sedona, it's easy to see why Sedona is so popular with the rich and famous. Celebrities are often spotted here, as many choose to make Sedona their second home. This is your last evening in Sedona, tomorrow you'll take the short drive back to Phoenix for your flight back to the UK. We can always add additional days though, why not make this a 14-night trip, it's totally up to you of course. Our friendly Road Trip Planners can guide you through where best to add in additional time based on your personal interests.