Meet in Grand Junction and shuttle to Hanskville. After a bike fitting and orientation, your ride unfolds over rolling terrain with minimal climbing, perfect for warming up your legs. As you spin westward, the Henry Mountains rise dramatically to the south, their jagged silhouette a striking contrast to the badlands below. The route winds through expansive desert scenery, with mesas, buttes, and streaks of crimson and gold sandstone guiding your path. Choose whether to take the optional shuttle in Fruita before the day’s biggest climb, ending your ride at about 35 miles, or continue all the way to Torrey for the full mileage. By late afternoon, you'll arrive in the charming town of Torrey, located at the edge of Capitol Reef National Park. Once there, you might choose to kick back at your cozy inn, linger over coffee at a local café, or stretch your legs with an optional evening stroll beneath the broad Utah sky, often painted with some of the most stunning sunsets in the Southwest. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ • Overnight - Red Sands Hotel and Spa or similar • Cycling: 35–47 mi / 56–76 km, Elevation gain: 1,850–4,000 ft / 560–1,220 m • Van Transfer - 2.5 hrs.

Meals:  Nil

After leaving Torrey, the route offers scenic climbs toward the foothills of Boulder Mountain. You’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the plateau. You can also choose to get a boost and bypass the first 15 miles of climbing. The road winds through aspen groves, alpine meadows, and stands of spruce and fir, with glimpses of Capitol Reef’s colorful cliffs behind you. As you gain elevation, enjoy panoramic views of the Waterpocket Fold and distant canyonlands below. At the summit, take a moment to soak in the wide-open skies before beginning your exhilarating descent into Boulder. This small, artsy town is home to a surprising mix of creativity and rustic charm. Stay at the peaceful Boulder Mountain Lodge and enjoy a memorable dinner just steps away at Hell’s Backbone Grill, a beloved farm-to-table restaurant rooted in sustainability and regional flavors. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ • Overnight: Boulder Mountain Lodge or similar • Cycling: 25–37 mi / 40–60 km, Elevation gain: 1,800–4,000 ft / 550–1,220 m

Meals:  B

Start your day with a hearty, locally sourced breakfast at Little Bone food truck , think blue corn pancakes, farm eggs, and fresh-roasted coffee, before setting out on one of the most stunning stretches of Highway 12. You’ll ride through groves of pinyon and ponderosa, then perhaps pause at the beloved Kiva Koffeehouse, perched on the edge of a sandstone cliff with panoramic views of the Escalante River Canyon, an ideal mid-ride stop for espresso and house-baked treats. Just beyond, the road narrows to the dramatic Hogsback, a ridgeline where the pavement seems to float between steep slickrock canyons. As you descend toward Escalante, you’ll pass sweeping views of sandstone domes, ancient seabed layers, and the Calf Creek drainage, with glimpses into the wider Escalante Canyons region. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ • Overnight: Canyon Country Lodge or similar • Cycling: 26 mi / 41 km, Elevation gain: 1,900 ft / 550 m

Meals:  B

Today’s ride takes you through the sweeping expanse of Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, where striped cliffs, rugged mesas, and open desert stretch to the horizon. The road climbs gradually across high desert plateaus, winding past weathered rock formations and wide-open ranchlands, with ever-expanding views into Utah’s deep geologic past. As you gain elevation and cross into Dixie National Forest, the landscape shifts once more, pinyon and juniper give way to ponderosa pines and cooler air. Continue a couple of miles past our hotel and enter Bryce Canyon National Park; you’ll be greeted by a surreal landscape of towering hoodoos, fins, and spires, an awe-inspiring sight and a fitting reward after a big day in the saddle. Tonight, rest up at Ruby’s Inn, a historic lodge just outside the park gates that’s been welcoming travelers since 1916. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ • Overnight: Ruby's Inn or similar • Cycling: 30–48 mi / 48–77 km, Elevation gain: 2,000–3,900 ft / 610–1,190 m

Meals:  B

After a morning shuttle to the charming town of Orderville, you’ll set out on a scenic 33-mile ride through gently rolling valleys framed by towering red cliffs and sandstone monoliths. As you pedal toward Springdale, the inviting gateway to Zion National Park, the landscape unfolds to reveal some of the Southwest’s most iconic vistas, deep canyons, sculpted rock formations, and lush river corridors. This final ride combines peaceful farmland with breathtaking panoramic views of Zion’s dramatic cliffs, making it the perfect way to end your adventure. Spend the night at the cozy Bumbleberry Inn, known for its warm hospitality and tranquil setting just minutes from the park entrance.  __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ • Overnight: Bumbleberry Inn or similar • Cycling: 33 mi / 53 km, Elevation gain: 1,300 ft / 400 m • Van Transfer: 1 hour

Meals:  B

After a big breakfast in Springdale, take it easy on the final van shuttle back to Grand Junction. You can also choose to take an own-your-own shuttle to St George if you booked a flight from there. Reflect on a great week of epic canyons, mountain passes, and classic Southwest expanses. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Van transfer: 6 hrs.

Meals:  B