5 - デイグランドキャニオン＆アンテロープキャニオン、ザイオン、ブライス、その他ロサンゼルス発

I went on the 5-day MaxTour trip from Los Angeles from September 14–18, 2026, and as a solo traveler, I can highly recommend it. The trip started on September 14 with a pick-up in Los Angeles and a long drive towards Las Vegas. Thanks to our first guide, James, the journey went by quickly and we were entertained the whole time. The van was spacious and fully air-conditioned, and the views along the way were already worth the trip. We were also provided with snacks and drinks, including chips, granola bars, bananas, muffins, coffee, and chilled drinks. From the second to the fourth day, we were accompanied by Robert (not George), and once again, I was extremely satisfied. The amount of information was just right, the entertainment was 100%, and his phrase “my beautiful people” will forever be associated with this trip for me. We had regular breaks approximately every 1.5 hours, amazing stops with beautiful views, and a great playlist along the way. The places we visited were absolutely breathtaking (including Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, Monument Valley, Joshua Tree and Death Valley). I especially appreciated that we always had a set amount of time at each location, while still having the freedom to decide how we wanted to spend it — for example, which trail we wanted to take. Since we were a genuinely small group of no more than 14 people (there were 12 of us), we were always able to leave on time. Snacks such as granola bars, chips, bananas, and chilled drinks were also available throughout the trip. On the fifth and final day, Cathy was our guide. She was full of interesting facts and little stories that she shared with us along the way. Even though we were definitely feeling the tiredness after the previous four days, her energy kept us going and in a good mood until the very end. There were many positives, but I also want to mention a few things that could be improved. The first and main thing that comes to mind is the food. Although all the accommodations were pleasant and spacious, I found the breakfasts provided to be below my expectations. The meals arranged by the tour were also not really to my taste, with the exception of the meal at Deep Creek Coffee. There was quite a lot of pizza, pasta, and burritos, so this may simply be a matter of personal preference. The meal times were also sometimes irregular and quite late. If you have any dietary restrictions — in my case, I am vegetarian — there are options available, but they are quite limited. I would recommend buying some extra food whenever you have the opportunity at a gas station, so you don't end up hungry later. It is also important to be prepared for how intense this 5-day trip really is. There is a lot of driving, which is completely understandable considering how many incredible places you get to see in such a short time. I would definitely recommend bringing comfortable clothes, a raincoat or jacket in case of bad weather, and some extra clothes. And most importantly, sleep whenever you get the chance! We usually left the hotels early, between 6–7 AM, and returned quite late, around 8–10 PM. Overall, this trip was absolutely worth it. I saw incredible places, met amazing people, and had so much fun thanks to our fantastic guides. It was an unforgettable experience, and apart from a few small details, I couldn't have asked for much more from the trip. Thank you, MaxTour! ❤️

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