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Book Your Trip to the Southwest in the Winter

Based on Double Occupancy
Full payment is required at time of booking and is non refundable.
If paying by check please contact us.
See cancellation policy information under Terms and Conditions, located at bottom of the home page.

TRIP DESCRIPTION

A Winter Romance with the Desert: A Southwest Photography Journey

Step into a dreamscape sculpted by time and silence.

This February, trade the ordinary for an extraordinary 6-day adventure through the soul-stirring beauty of the American Southwest.  With snow-dusted canyons, glowing desert light, and stars that seem close enough to touch, this is where winter whispers secrets to those who pause to listen.

 Begin in Page, Arizona.

Where golden light dances through the graceful curves of Antelope Canyon (known as the slot canyons), and the Colorado River wraps itself around the red cliffs of Horseshoe Bend like a lover's embrace.  Every moment here is a masterpiece of shadow and light—perfect for those chasing quiet moments. From there, among the sandstone waves and surreal rock gardens of Grand Staircase–Escalante, where frozen streams trace ancient paths, offer intimate encounters with light and texture.  Each sunrise feels personal here—each view a private conversation with the land

We journey to the Grand Canyon South Rim, where winter paints the canyon's vast walls in soft hues of rose and gold.

 

This is more than a photography tour—this is a poetic escape into the wild, designed for those who long to fall in love with the world again.

With the summer crowds long gone, it's just you,

the sound of your shutter, exposing beautiful images.

Your footsteps on fresh snow, and the endless echo of

nature's calling you to photograph this amazing landscape.

WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
  • All transportation during the workshop
  • All lodging during the workshop
  • All permits and park fees
  • Professional photography guiding and instruction
  • Gratuity for service staff
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
  • Transportation to and from Flagstaff, AZ.
  • Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
  • Lodging outside workshop dates
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Souvenirs and personal items
  • Gratuity for photography guide(s)
  • Trip Insurance (required)

TRIP DETAILS

Start Location: Flagstaff, AZ. (Must arrive by 2pm)

Travel to Page, Arizona 

Meet and Greet at 5pm in Page

End Location: Flagstaff, AZ.
Drop off at 1:PM

The weather in the winter can be unpredictable and cold.  High temperature is 45°F (7°C), and the average low temperature is 21°F (-6°C). Nighttime temperatures will typically be below freezing and snow is always a possibility at the south rim of The Grand Canyon.  In Page, AZ snowfall is less likely but not unheard of.  Remember to dress in layers and bring rain gear, boots, gloves, thermal underwear, hats.

Day 1 Travel Day

Day 1 (D) Arrive in Flagstaff, AZ by 2:00 pm.

Drive to Page, AZ for orientation and dinner.

Day 2 (B,L,D)

Day 2 (B,L,D)

Page: Expect daytime highs around 50 °F and lows near 33 °F, winter snow is rare but possible. We will be photographing the sunrise around Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam.  In the early afternoon we will doing a tour to Antelope Canyon to photograph the slot canyons. We will end our day photographing a sunset at Horseshoe Bend (easy 1.5-mile round-trip walk).  Evening: We will enjoy dinner in Page.

 

Day 3 (B, L, D)

Day 3 (B,L,D)

The elevation in Escalante Canyon is 5,000-8,000 feet in elevation,winter can be very cold and snowy. Weather and road conditions may determine where we spend the day.  We will leave early catching sunrise on our way to Staircase- Escalante, capturing hoodoos, buttes along the way.  As we travel back to Page, AZ. we will capture a sunset. Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner.

 

Day 4 (B,L,D)

Day 4 (B,L,D)

South Rim Grand Canyon-Temperature between 45°F - 21°F and snow is possible.

We will be packing up after a sunrise and traveling to the iconic South Rim of the Grand Canyon with a few stops along the way.  Early Afternoon:  We will be exploring the best vantage point for our sunset shots.  Sunset shots and possible astrophotography if weather permits.  Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Day 5 (B, L, D)

Day 5 (B,L,D)

We will be doing a sunrise at the South Rim Grand Canyon as we will hope for winter snowfall.

We will spend the day stopping along our drive at iconic landscape vistas.  Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Day 6 (B )

Day 6 (B)  

After we capture our last sunrise and breakfast we will journey back to Flagstaff, AZ airport by 1:PM   Recapping our journey and amazing images.

Book Your Trip to the Southwest in the Winter

Based on Double Occupancy
Full payment is required at time of booking and is non refundable.
If paying by check please contact us.
See cancellation policy information under Terms and Conditions, located at bottom of the home page.

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