Wild, Wild West Family Adventure

Saddle up for a trail ride this morning alongside a local cowboy, winding beneath towering trees with mountain views in the distance – and experience a tradition deeply rooted in the spirit of the American West. Continue your taste of cowboy life with lunch at a local sustainable ranch along the river. This afternoon, visit Durango Hot Springs, home to 32 natural mineral hot spring soaking pools, including 13 designed for guests of all ages. Tonight, step into the Wild West for a chuckwagon dinner complete with live musical entertainment. Before dinner, try your hand at panning for gold, watch a blacksmith at work, hop aboard a small train, browse old-time shops selling everything from chocolate to leather goods, and enjoy a playground made for outdoor fun.

Explore Arches National Park, driving past extraordinary rock formations sculpted by nature and stopping for up-close views of some of the park's sandstone wonders. Home to more than 2,000 natural stone arches, hundreds of soaring pinnacles, massive rock fins, and giant balanced rocks, this red-rock wonderland is unlike anywhere else. Marvel at iconic landmarks like Double Arch, soaring 122 feet above the ground, and Balanced Rock, estimated to weigh 3,577 tons – roughly the weight of 27 blue whales. Following a pizza lunch in town this afternoon, continue to Moab Giants, where state-of-the-art exhibits and life-sized dinosaur replicas bring the prehistoric world to life. Alternatively, enjoy free time in Moab, browsing downtown's ice cream shops and boutiques or relaxing by the hotel pool.

Moab's iconic national parks are just the beginning of the natural treasures found in this area. Beyond town, rivers, forests, and sweeping desert landscapes invite exploration. This morning, take to the Colorado River for a rafting adventure, floating along the gentle currents beneath towering red-rock canyon walls that rise dramatically above the water. Along the way, hear stories of the region's colorful past, keep an eye out for wildlife along the riverbanks, and take in the breathtaking scenery from a whole new perspective. Back on dry land, enjoy a barbecue lunch overlooking the river and surrounding red-rock landscapes. Spend your final afternoon at leisure before gathering tonight for a farewell dinner, sharing memories of the natural wonders and cultural treasures discovered throughout the week.