Private Custom Itinerary Multi-day Learning Experience through America's Southwest 

  Interpretive Learning Experiences of America's Southwest with Art Chesmore

Ecological Experiences thru America's Southwest 

Brand Promise
“To guide with care, interpret with depth, and help travelers learn, understand, appreciate and respect the living landscapes of America’s Southwest.”

Why Travel with Art Chesmore?

I believe travel is most meaningful when it connects People to Place.

As a Certified Interpretive Guide, I specialize in Private and Small Group Experiences that reveal the Living Landscapes of America's Southwest.

Together, we explore how Water, Geology, and Human History shape the Deserts, the Plateaus, and the Canyons - and how Curiosity can lead to Wonder and Reflection along the way.

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Check out our experiences!

Experience One

Mojave Desert, Basin & Range, and Sierra Nevada Range 


Experience Two

Colorado Plateau, Basin and Range, and Great Basin Desert 


Experience Three

Route 66 Centennial 



Praise and Testimonials

I found Art during a google search of private tour guides in the Las Vegas area. Talked to him on the phone once and knew I found the right guy. We were in town for a wedding and needed someone to custom cater a half day tour for 8 people that consisted of seniors, adults and children. He was informative, very polite and extremely flexible. Great guy and highly recommended!!!

Gary m

Where to start with a review! Firstly, 10/10. I have been on various tours with Art Chesmore and the company over the last 6 years and every time it has been a great experience. From the knowledge of your trip, to the personal attention to your needs, to a relaxed tour where you never feel like you are sticking to a rigid timetable, I can’t do this review justice! . I’ll let the pics speak for themselves!

james s

Art Chesmore

  • Certified Professional Tourist Guide by Las Vegas Tourist Guides Guild
  • Certified Interpretive Guide by National Association for Interpretation 
  • Knowledgeable and Experienced Tour Guide 
  • Experienced Tour Director
  • Professionally Guiding Active Adults through America's Southwest
  • PASSION: To connect Lifelong Learners and Active Adult Travelers with the Historical, Cultural, Heritage, and Natural Resources of the American Southwest through meaningful, multi-day interpretive learning experiences.

    MISSION: To inspire travelers to Experience, Enhance their Knowledge, Understand, Appreciate, Respect, and Protect the landscapes, stories, and living systems of the Deserts, Mountains, Canyons, and Plateaus of America’s Southwest.

    FOCUS: To deliver exceptional Interpretive Learning Experiences across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah—sharing the stories, sciences, and spirit of the Southwest.

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