Golden autumn aspens and forested mountain valley beneath rugged peaks
Sample trips

Where we could go

These are sample itineraries — examples of what a JakeSpike Wanders trip can look like. Yours will be built from scratch around your dates, people, pace and budget.

Heads up: these are illustrative sample itineraries, not packaged tours for sale. Activities, availability, permits and timed-entry reservations vary by season. Some photos are illustrative stock images.

Red rock cliffs and mesas under a bright blue sky
Sample itinerary Adventure & Outdoors

Utah's Mighty 5 Canyon Road Trip

Length: 8 daysWhere: Utah, USABest for: Hikers, road-trippers, active couples & families

Five national parks, slot canyons and big desert skies on one loop.

  1. Day 1Arrive & drive south. Fly in, pick up the rental, and roll into Springdale by sunset.
  2. Day 2Zion National Park. Shuttle into the canyon; Riverside Walk or the Narrows (conditions permitting).
  3. Day 3Zion high country. Sunrise hike with a canyon overlook, then the scenic drive east.
  4. Day 4Bryce Canyon. Hoodoo trails at sunrise, Scenic Byway 12 into the evening.
  5. Day 5Capitol Reef. Orchards, petroglyphs and a quiet canyon hike.
  6. Day 6Canyonlands. Island in the Sky overlooks and a sunset at the rim.
  7. Day 7Arches. Timed-entry morning in the park, evening off-road tour option.
  8. Day 8Head home. Last breakfast in Moab and the drive back to your flight.
PricingCustomized to you — it depends on dates, travelers, and the stays and experiences you choose.
El Castillo cliffside Mayan ruins above white sand and turquoise Caribbean surf at Tulum, Riviera Maya
Sample itinerary Beach & Resorts

Riviera Maya Reset

Length: 6 daysWhere: Quintana Roo, MexicoBest for: Couples, friend groups, anyone who needs a breather

Resort downtime with a dose of cenotes, ruins and great food.

  1. Day 1Arrive & unwind. Private transfer to a beachfront resort matched to your style.
  2. Day 2Beach day. Nothing on the schedule. That's the point.
  3. Day 3Cenotes & jungle. Swim in freshwater cenotes on a small-group outing.
  4. Day 4Tulum ruins. Early visit to the cliffside ruins, lunch in town.
  5. Day 5Reef & spa. Snorkel the reef in the morning, spa or pool afternoon.
  6. Day 6Fly home. Slow breakfast and transfer to the airport.
PricingCustomized to you — it depends on dates, travelers, and the stays and experiences you choose.
Arenal Volcano rising above green rainforest under white clouds near La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Sample itinerary Honeymoons & Couples

Costa Rica: Volcano to Pacific Honeymoon

Length: 9 daysWhere: Arenal & Guanacaste, Costa RicaBest for: Honeymooners and couples who want adventure + downtime

Rainforest, hot springs and a Pacific beach to finish.

  1. Day 1Arrive. Private driver to a romantic lodge with volcano views.
  2. Day 2Arenal adventure. Hanging bridges in the morning, hot springs at night.
  3. Day 3Your pick. Ziplining, canyoning, or a lazy day at the lodge.
  4. Day 4La Fortuna Waterfall. Swim below the falls, then a farm-to-table dinner.
  5. Day 5To the coast. Transfer to a boutique beach hotel on the Pacific.
  6. Day 6Sunset sail. Snorkel stop and a sunset catamaran for two.
  7. Days 7–8Slow days. Surf lessons, couples spa, or absolutely nothing.
  8. Day 9Fly home. Breakfast with an ocean view and airport transfer.
PricingCustomized to you — it depends on dates, travelers, and the stays and experiences you choose.
Family holding hands at the edge of the surf on a sunny beach
Sample itinerary Family Vacations

Hawaii Family Island Hop

Length: 9 daysWhere: Oahu & Maui, HawaiiBest for: Families with kids of all ages, multigenerational groups

Two islands, kid-friendly pacing and plenty of beach time.

  1. Day 1Aloha, Oahu. Arrive and settle into a family-friendly stay near the beach.
  2. Day 2Pearl Harbor & Honolulu. Morning history visit, afternoon at a calm-water beach.
  3. Day 3North Shore. Shrimp trucks, turtles on the beach and big-wave lookouts.
  4. Day 4Hop to Maui. Short inter-island flight to a condo-style resort.
  5. Day 5Snorkel day. Calm-water snorkel cruise sized for little ones.
  6. Day 6Haleakalā. Sunrise or sunset at the summit (reservations permitting).
  7. Day 7Road to Hana (the easy way). Guided day with waterfalls and stops kids actually enjoy.
  8. Day 8Pool & luau. Lazy pool day and a family luau night.
  9. Day 9Mahalo. Last swim and fly home.
PricingCustomized to you — it depends on dates, travelers, and the stays and experiences you choose.
Pastel cliffside town above the sea with mountains behind
Sample itinerary Europe & International

Italy: Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast

Length: 10 daysWhere: ItalyBest for: First-timers to Italy, food & history lovers

The classic route — done at a pace that leaves room for long lunches.

  1. Day 1Benvenuti a Roma. Arrive and settle into a walkable neighborhood.
  2. Day 2Ancient Rome. Skip-the-line Colosseum and Forum with a guide.
  3. Day 3Vatican & Trastevere. Early Vatican Museums visit, evening food walk.
  4. Day 4Train to Florence. High-speed train and a sunset view over the city.
  5. Day 5Florence. Duomo, Uffizi and the leather markets.
  6. Day 6Tuscany. Day trip through hill towns with a winery lunch.
  7. Day 7To the coast. Train and private transfer down to the Amalfi Coast.
  8. Day 8Boat day. Private or small-group boat along the coastline.
  9. Day 9Ravello & Amalfi. Gardens, lemon groves and a last big dinner.
  10. Day 10Arrivederci. Transfer to Naples or Rome for your flight.
PricingCustomized to you — it depends on dates, travelers, and the stays and experiences you choose.
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