Best Southwest USA Road Trips (Lonely Planet)

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Get to Southwest USA, rent a car, and hit the road!

Inside Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Road Trips, you'll find:

Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs. Full-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions. Detours - delightful diversions to see the USA's highlights along the way. Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next. Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads. Stretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car. Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices. Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.

Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring the USA via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. Marvel at the Grand Canyon, soak up the beauty of Sedona, and stop off in Moab for some rafting. Lavish color photography provides inspiration throughout, covering Arizona, Route 66, the Grand Canyon, Sedona, New Mexico, Taos, Jemez Mountains, Texas, Hill Country, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, Zion National Park, Bryce National Park and more.

If you're planning a USA trip sans a car, Lonely Planet's Southwest USA, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.

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