Top Arizona Day Trips - page 4

Unleash your inner adventurer on this ATV tour of western Sedona. Ride down a desert trail surrounded by red-rock bluffs, steep canyon walls, and trees to get to lookouts, vistas, and quiet locations away from the sightseeing crowds. See spots of Sedona that have been used as filming sites for more than 40 movies, and drive up to the top of Skeleton Bone Mountain.

Explore both the East and South Rims of the Grand Canyon—and leave the driving and navigating to the experts—on this small-group full-day tour from Sedona and Flagstaff. Take in stunning views of the Grand Canyon from the best vantage points and end with a shopping visit to Cameron Trading Post.

Explore the Apache Trail from Phoenix on a full-day tour that takes you into the legendary Sonoran Desert. Visit the ghost town of Goldfield, ride a steamboat on Canyon Lake, stop at the eccentric hamlet of Tortilla Flat and admire views of the Superstition Wilderness. Get a feel for the Wild West as you learn about the region's history and wildlife from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy this small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs.

For those that are seeking a more genuine tour, with a locally based tour company, this day is designed to focus solely on the Grand Canyon coming from Sedona, along the way up we drive through Oak Creek Canyon, passing through Flagstaff while sharing geology and history info the entire way. This tour is one of the few Grand Canyon tours that takes you through the painted desert! We then stop for lunch at Cameron Trading post within the historic Dine' (Navajo) reservation then enter first into the East Gate. We then visit 4 points of interests along the canyon and learn the geology, geography, and history/mystery of the Natives and settlers, finally exiting the park at the South Gate leaving no stone unturned. It's biggest advantage is a local guide that has studied all the relevant subjects, making the tour as comprehensive as possible and visiting more sites than most other tours, thus having the most amount of experience one could have while visiting the Grand Canyon for a day!

Visit two of Arizona’s most impressive natural wonders in one day—the mighty Grand Canyon and Sedona. On this full-day tour from Phoenix, enjoy a personalized experience with a small-group size. In Sedona, visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross and the uptown shopping area, then continue to the Grand Canyon South Rim and take in the views from at least two vista points.

Buckskin Gulch is a slot canyon just as beautiful as Antelope Canyon, but with less crowds. This Buckskin Gulch Day Hike gives you a super unique experience as you’ll hike into the gulch with your group and guide. Along the way, do a steep scramble to the slot canyon, and then enjoy exploring the labyrinth at a leisurely pace.

Discover the world-famous Grand Canyon—as well as extinct volcanoes, Native American ruins, and ancient lava flows—on this full-day, small-group tour. Following morning pickup at your Sedona or Flagstaff accommodation, visit both Wupatki and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monuments. After lunch in the Navajo Nation, continue to the Grand Canyon, where you’ll soak up views from the Desert Watchtower, visit the East and South Rims, and more.

Explore Monument Valley and its iconic features on this full-day small-group excursion from Sedona. You'll see why the desert formations have served as the backdrop for countless John Wayne films. Get up close on a guided tour with a Native American guide, and stop a historic trading post. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Uncover Phoenix’s haunted past as you walk around the downtown area on this ghost tour. Visit some of the city’s spookiest locations such as the Hotel San Carlos, the gothic Rosson House Museum, and the basement of Hanny’s department store. Listen to ghostly and gruesome tales from your guide about each location while you explore.

Discover the surreal landscape of the Painted Desert and Native cliff dwellings with this full-day private guided tour from Sedona. Stroll through Oak Creek Canyon before exploring the cliff dwellings in Walnut Canyon National Monument. After a lunch stop (own expense) in Holbrook along Route 66, visit the Petrified Forest National Park.

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight without having to lose out on sleep on this sunset flight. While most hot-air ballon flights depart at dawn, this tour makes it easy to sleep in and still enjoy a trip over the Sonoran Desert and its surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky at dusk. Then celebrate with a traditional Champagne toast after the flight.

Antelope Canyon — a narrow slot canyon carved to stunning perfection throughout the millennia — is a sight to behold. Photo opportunities abound as soft hues illuminate the twisting sandstone cliffs. See this renowned beauty of the American Southwest on a day trip from Flagstaff, with stops at the Cameron Trading Post and Horseshoe Bend. Boxed lunch included.

Ride the old fashioned Dolly Steamboat through the slot canyon at Canyon Lake and then hit the Apache Trail through the Sonora Desert on this tour from the Phoenix area. After your narrated cruise, visit the small town of Tortilla Flat, taking in views of the rare desert landscape along the way.

Make the most out of your time at the Grand Canyon by taking this full-day small-group tour from Flagstaff. Journey to this natural wonder and travel along the rim as the guide explains the geology, history, and more. Enjoy lunch and visit historic sites such as the El Tovar Hotel and Desert View Watchtower.

The Grand Canyon is on just about every bucket list—make sure you see it on this day trip from Phoenix, which includes round-trip transportation from your hotel. A guided tour takes the planning and guesswork out of an ambitious day trip, helping you make the most of your time at the Grand Canyon and enjoy the scenery during the drive.

Discover the natural beauty of the Southwestern United States with highlights such as driving through the incredible scenery of Oak Creek Canyon and Airport Mesa, and a stop at Chapel of the Holy Cross, an architectural gem built into a tall rock spire. Hear about the spiritual significance of some of Sedona's most renowned sites on this fascinating introduction to Sedona.

Get a closer look at the slot canyons and desert landscapes of the American Southwest on this day trip from Flagstaff. Shop for Native American art at the historic Cameron Trading Post, marvel at the postcard-perfect views from Horseshoe Bend, and explore the sandstone walls of scenic Antelope Canyon, plus much more.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure to Antelope Canyon, one of Arizona's most breathtaking natural wonders. Located just outside Phoenix, this stunning canyon is famous for its surreal rock formations, mesmerizing light beams, and breathtaking photography opportunities. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Antelope Canyon.

Experience a full-day tour from Phoenix to Antelope Canyon to see more of Arizona’s natural beauty. Drive along Route 66 around the outskirts of Flagstaff, home to the San Francisco Peaks, enjoy views of Lake Powell, and visit a Navajo Trading Post on the way to Page, AZ. Then explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide and see the Colorado River from the Horseshoe Bend Overlook.

Skip the hassle of rental cars and rigid group tour schedules with this private tour of the Grand Canyon from Sedona. With just your group and a guide who knows the best viewpoints, shortcuts, and ways to beat the canyon crowds—as well as the local history and geology—you can expect a comfortable and customizable experience.

This scenic tour around Sedona takes you to some of the area’s most popular photo spots and natural formations. Visit scenic overlooks of Lake Powell, Glen Canyon Dam, and the Vermilion Cliffs. You’ll also explore Oak Creek Canyon and a part of Antelope Canyon known as “the corkscrew.” Take in the rugged beauty of the American southwest on the scenic tour though the Navajo Nation.

Spend a full day exploring Southern Arizona on this guided tour from Phoenix. The sites you’ll see have been preserved for hundreds of years. There is plenty of history to hear about from your guide when you’re visiting Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, Picacho Peak State Park, San Xavier Del Bac Mission in Tucson, and Tumacacori National Historic Park. This is all organized for you, and lunch is also included.

Take a sunset walk along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Watch the vivid colors set the sky ablaze as evening descends over the vast canyon. This private excursion departs from Flagstaff in the afternoon and includes outstanding overlooks, a stop at the Cameron Trading Post, and dinner at Grand Canyon Village.

Make the most of your time in Arizona on a guided day trip to the Grand Canyon from Sedona with a small group of 14 people or fewer. Learn about the history and culture surrounding the canyon as you take in iconic views from Grand Canyon Village, Yavapai Point, and more for a seamless sightseeing experience.