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 relaxing by the pool or spoiling yourself in the hotel's spa. Ready to start exploring straight away? Then the Phoenix area has so much to offer, one of our very favourite activities is to take a hot air balloon ride as the sun rises over the Sonoran Desert. Remember, your detailed Road Trip Pack will inform you of all the sight-seeing options available in the area. Do as many or as few as you like, or simply 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 through the Sonoran Desert, as 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 local 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 points of interest along the road trip. Fabulous Flagstaff offers some amazing things to see and do along the way, however, the one absolute must-do is the epic Meteor Crater, which is located just west of Winslow.

This vast National Monument is located in Chinle, contains a fascinating archaeological site. The Puebloan people built their homes into the cliff walls, and these dwellings remain in evidence to this day. You can enjoy rim drives and hikes such as the popular White House Trail. All of the destinations visited on this Arizona road trip are great places to visit year-round.

Heading north today on a short drive to Monument Valley on the Arizona-Utah State line. Once you've arrived in the epic landscape, you can either take a guided tour on horseback, a jeep off-road experience or you can simply kick back and enjoy the views. The iconic rock formations known as "The Mittens" are visible from every room or cabin at The View Hotel. A jaw-dropping panorama that only gets better as the sunsets behind it.

Amongst the red rocks lies a small oasis of water known as 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 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.

Lying due south of the Grand Canyon, the up-scale spa town of Sedona is in-circled by multi-hued red stone formations which rise from the desert floor. You'll have the difficult choice between relaxing at your luxury resort, exploring one of the area's superb State Parks or maybe you'll opt for an adventure tour.

Sedona is often voted as one of the "Most Beautiful Places in America". 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 - Sedona 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.