The Endless Summer Adventure is a slower-paced journey designed for travelers who want more time to hike, explore, and truly experience some of the most spectacular National Parks in the American Southwest.
The adventure begins with two nights at the Grand Canyon, giving you a full day to experience it from sunrise to sunset—no rushing, no shortcuts. Starting the trip in Las Vegas allows us to venture far off the beaten path to Monument Valley Tribal Park, a place that feels completely removed from the modern world and unforgettable in every way.
Afterward, we slow things down with a rest day at Lake Powell, giving you time to relax, swim, and recharge before heading back into hiking mode. The journey wraps up with visits to Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, where towering rock formations and desert landscapes deliver some of the best hiking of the week.
This trip is perfect for nature lovers who want an active, sun-filled week spent hiking, exploring, and soaking up the incredible landscapes of the Southwest—without feeling rushed.
8 Days of Desert Sun, Epic Hikes & Wide-Open Landscapes
⛺ 6 nights camping
🏨 1 hotel night
This adventure takes you deep into the heart of the Southwest, with unforgettable stops in Las Vegas, along Route 66, and extended time at Grand Canyon National Park. From there, we venture off the beaten path to Monument Valley Tribal Park, unwind by the water at Lake Powell, and finish strong with iconic hikes in Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.
Departures run with a minimum of 8 travelers, keeping the group small, social, and flexible.
Las Vegas • Route 66 • Grand Canyon National Park • Monument Valley Tribal Park • Lake Powell • Horseshoe Bend • Bryce Canyon National Park • Zion National Park
Travel in one of our APA tour vans, complete with an enclosed cargo trailer for all trip gear—and plenty of space for your luggage. No need to pack light or stress about fitting everything in.
16 group meals included
(5 breakfasts • 5 lunches • 6 dinners)
Plan on an additional $75–$100 for meals not included during the week.
All essential camping and adventure gear is included—tents, sleeping pads, coolers, stoves, food boxes, and more.
You only need to bring your own sleeping bag for camping nights.
7 nights total
• 6 nights camping
• 1 night in a hotel
A simple, adventure-focused setup designed to keep you close to the parks.
1 APA Adventure Guide / driver per group, there to handle the logistics, lead the adventure, and keep the vibes high all week long.
Most travelers are au pairs, so you can expect like-minded people with shared experiences and instant group chemistry. We connect you with your fellow travelers before the trip begins, so you’re not showing up as strangers.
Not an au pair? No problem. As long as you’re 18–29 years old, you’re welcome to join.
Go ahead—challenge this one. Let’s see which group can rack up the most in one epic week during the 2026 season.
| Departure Date - Price | Travelers |
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| June 9th - $887 | Seats Available | |
| June 16th - $887 | Seats Available | |
| June 23rd - $887 | Seats Available | |
| July 7th - $897 | Seats Available | |
| August 4th - $897 | Seats Available | |
| August 11th - $897 | Seats Available | |
| September 8th - $887 | Seats Available | |
| want to request a different date? just email us and ask | Seats Available |
When you submit a booking request, you lock in the current price with no obligation. You’ll receive all the detailed trip information before making any final decision, so you can be sure the adventure is the right fit for you.
We reward early planners, which means prices may increase closer to departure—but once you request a spot, the price you see today is the price you keep.
Please note that availability on our website is updated manually. Because we hold seats temporarily and free of charge while travelers review trip details, check flights, and decide if they’d like to join, online availability may occasionally be slightly behind. Submitting a booking request does not automatically confirm your spot; your space is confirmed once our office sends you a confirmation.
Seats Available = 7+ seats open for reservation
Seats limited = 4-6 seats open for reservation, expected to be guaranteed soon
Seats left = Only a few seats left, Departure is Guaranteed
Sold Out! = All seats taken, email us to be put on the waiting list. Sometimes if we get enough interest we can add a second van, so email us!
We have waiting lists for our trips in case someone cancels…if you can only travel on a “sold out” departure, email us and we will put you on the wait list.
Have a question, or don’t understand something about our trip? Please send us an email send a text or call us!
(831) 234-8458 info@aupairadventures.comBefore you book, please know:
You must have an email address in order to book a tour.
Your plane flight is not included.
Once you pick a trip, fill out the form and we will respond within 1 day or sooner If your trip is a Guaranteed Departure you will get a big information packet with all the tour and payment information via email.
If you are one of the first 5 people to sign up, we will save you a seat, and you don’t need to pay anything now. Once we have 6 people, we guarantee the trip and we’ll send your information packet. If you change your mind after receiving the packet, no problem...please let us know :-)
