4 days in Zion National Park & Arches National Park Itinerary

On the 25th (Thu), take a memorable drive along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive and then stroll through Angel's Landing. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Zion National Park.

For maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Zion National Park road trip planning site.

San Jose to Zion National Park is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Traveling from San Jose to Zion National Park, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier evenings in Zion National Park when traveling from San Jose in May, with lows around 41°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Arches National Park.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sat): stroll through Delicate Arch and then explore the striking landscape at Fiery Furnace.

Plan trip to Arches National Park with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Traveling by car from Zion National Park to Arches National Park takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of flight and car. Traveling from Zion National Park in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Arches National Park, with lows around 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can fly back home.