One other thing to think about, Jorge. Your going on a guided hunt on a ranch in Utah IIRC. In that situation your 257 would suffice just fine. You won't be hunting pressured elk for the most part,it's likely to be less steep and you will likely have more time to set up a shot. I base this on being on multiple guided elk hints and having also done it myself multiple times. I am not saying there is anything wrong with a ranch style hunt. Just that it's a bit different deal than a wilderness style hunt like guys like Brad does.
