Day tours in Utah from Salt Lake City

If you are staying in Salt Lake City and want to see more than just the city itself, day tours are the easiest way to experience Utah without renting a car or planning every detail on your own. This page brings together our Utah day trips from Salt Lake City, all designed to fit into a single day while still giving you real, memorable time out in the landscape.

Most tours start in downtown Salt Lake City or include hotel pick-up, so you can simply meet your guide, step into the vehicle and focus on the views. You do not have to worry about driving long distances, figuring out where to stop, or guessing how much time to allow for each place. The schedule, timing and routing are handled for you.

What kinds of day tours you’ll find here

On this page you can choose between different types of Utah day tours, including:

• trips to wide-open spaces like the Bonneville Salt Flats

• wildlife-focused outings to places such as Antelope Island

• mixed experiences that combine viewpoints, short walks and local stops

Each itinerary is built to balance drive time with time on the ground. You get a clear idea of how long you’ll be in the vehicle, how many main stops there are and what you can realistically see in one day without feeling rushed from start to finish.

What’s included and how the tours run

Our day tours from Salt Lake City are small-group experiences led by local guides. Most of them include:

• round-trip transport from Salt Lake City

• a planned route with curated viewpoints and photo stops

• commentary about the areas you are driving through and visiting

• guidance on short walks or overlooks where it makes sense to get out

Tour descriptions list duration, approximate schedule, what is included in the price and what you should bring (water, layers, sun protection, snacks). That way you know upfront what to expect from the day and how to prepare.

Who Utah day tours are for

These day trips work well if you have limited time in Utah, travel with family or friends who don’t want to deal with long drives, or simply prefer to relax and let someone else handle the logistics. They are a good fit for first-time visitors who want a strong “first impression” of Utah’s landscapes, as well as for repeat guests who would rather revisit favorite views without planning everything from scratch again.

Day tours are also ideal add-ons to business trips, conferences or short city stays. If you have one free day in your schedule, a well-planned tour can turn it into a complete Utah experience instead of just another day in the hotel or office.

How to choose your day tour

Start by deciding how much time you want to spend away from the city and what kind of experience you’re after: wide horizons, wildlife, sunsets or a mix of everything. Then compare the tours listed on this page by duration, departure time and main highlights. When you find a day tour that matches your plans and energy level, open the detailed tour page, review the full itinerary and practical notes, and reserve your spot online so the only thing left to do is show up ready for the day.