Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Southwest USA

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. Marvel at the Grand Canyon, soak up the beauty of Sedona, and stop off in Moab for some rafting. Get to Southwest USA, rent a car, and hit the road!





Inside Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Road Trips:

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

Lavish color photography provides inspiration throughout

Covers 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





The Perfect Choice: 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.

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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