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Hop aboard a handy e-bike to cruise through Scottsdale with ease—and without hours spent walking. Alongside your guide and a small group of travelers (max 8 people), travel safely along a car-free bike path known as the Greenbelt. Pass by 30 points of interests and sights such as major league baseball fields, mountain scenery, impressive mansions, exclusive neighborhoods, and PGA-rated golf courses. An active and entertaining way to see the best of Scottsdale.

Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Sedona with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Grand Canyon, and drive through the Sonoran Desert on this small-group tour. With numbers limited to 13 participants, you can enjoy a more intimate experience of the Southwest's natural beauty.

Guarantee your spot in first class aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad when you prebook a starlight experience. You'll travel through Verde Valley, between two national forests, and along the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness to admire the high desert scenery, geological features, wildlife, and archaeological relics of the Sinagua people. Enjoy first-class seating on the train, which departs from Clarkdale.

This guided ghost walk in Jerome, Arizona, is the real deal, since you’ll be using EMF readers and Spirit Boxes in your hunt for ghosts. You’ll explore Haskin’s House, a haunted area, and see if you can connect with ghosts and spirits from the past. The Jerome Historical Society supports this tour, and stories told come from the JHS archives.

Explore the Sonoran Desert at your own pace on board a thrilling ATV. After a brief track run to get the hang of your vehicle, you’re free to roar along the area’s top trails and enjoy the views of the desert landscape framed by Arizona’s Bradshaw Mountains in the distance. Be as adventurous as you like, taking on the hills at top speed or hitting the brakes to snap photos.

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.

Eat your way through Scottsdale’s Old Town on a walking food tour. Make sure to come hungry, as the 1.5-mile route takes you to several different stops including a few restaurants. Taste the eateries’ top dishes and wash them down with a cocktail or non-alcoholic drink. Whether you’re a lifelong Scottsdale resident or just stopping in for the weekend, the tour is a great opportunity to get to know the best restaurants in town.

Skip the crowds and hassle of bus tours with this self-drive, small-group kayaking tour on the Colorado River. Make your own way to the launch point at Willow Beach to meet your group and guide; board a kayak, and then enjoy a guided paddle into the Black Canyon. Along the way, take in the desert scenery and look out for wildlife including big horn sheep, coyotes, and bald eagles.

A food tour is the perfect way to explore the history and culinary scene of any city. Let Arizona Food Tours show you the way with our famous "Scottsdale's Original Food Tour"! Locally owned and operated, and recently receiving the USAToday readers choice award as the #5 ranked food tour nationally, we are now celebrating our 18th year as Arizona's original food tour company! Offered as a LUNCH TOUR at 11am or 2:30pm, this walking tour visits 5 locally owned establishments highlighting signature food tastings along with 2 drink pairings. Arizona Food Tours has over 1,300 5-star reviews on Trip Advisor and a 5.0 Google rating. Led by local foodie enthusiasts, we are committed to providing an entertaining, fun, and fulfilling experience for any occasion! We believe that there is nothing better than sharing in the experience of delicious food and drinks, bringing new friends together, while relishing in the culinary wonders of beautiful Scottsdale. Come hungry!

The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly beautiful, but this helicopter tour of the iconic canyon elevates the views to a whole new level. Soar over Kaibab National Forest and into the Dragon Corridor—the deepest and widest part of the canyon. Upgrade your tour to include a Hummer tour of other essential Grand Canyon sights after the ride; your car is waiting for you for a seamless transition.

Avoid the hassle of driving between wine tastings when you pre-book this Verde Valley wine tour that leaves from Sedona. Depart the city in an air-conditioned vehicle and visit some of the region's top vineyards. Enjoy discounts on tastings and bottles of wine at some of the venues or bring your own beverages if you want. Plus, a picnic lunch is served that includes a personal charcuterie board for every guest.

Experience the mystique that is Sedona and admire its red-rock landscapes without the hassle of renting a car or worrying about road conditions with this full-day tour from Phoenix. With a guide to lead the way, visit natural and cultural attractions such as Bell Rock, the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, the Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more.

This four-hour kayak, hike, and swim adventure through breathtaking Antelope Canyon offers an unforgettable experience, combining approximately 2.5 hours of kayaking, 1 hour of hiking, and 30 minutes of optional swimming or relaxing on the rocks. Perfect for beginner and experienced kayakers with a reasonable fitness level. Be prepared to get wet! Your adventure begins at Antelope Point Launch Ramp, where we'll launch kayaks and paddle across the sparkling waters of Lake Powell toward Antelope Canyon. Along the way, you'll be surrounded by towering red rock cliffs, crystal-clear water, and spectacular Southwest landscapes. Upon reaching the back of the canyon, we'll pull kayaks ashore and continue on foot, exploring the canyon's remarkable sandstone formations and natural beauty. Be prepared to walk through sand. After the hike, we'll return to our kayaks for a paddle back, with an optional opportunity to cool off and enjoy a refreshing swim in the pristine waters of Lake Powell.

Take in the vibrant red and orange Sedona natural rock formations and snap photos of some of Arizona’s most stunning vistas on this half-day small-group tour of the city of Sedona and the surrounding countryside. Riding in a climate-controlled van, see sights such as Cathedral Rock, Courthouse Butte, and Boynton Canyon, before stopping for lunch in Uptown to explore the city.

See more of Scottsdale than you could on foot while avoiding the daytime heat. This guided sunset Segway tour takes you through Old Town, the arts district, the waterfront, and other local highlights, letting you cover more ground with ease while enjoying cooler evening temperatures and some of the city’s most photogenic views.

Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride at sunrise from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne toast and breakfast. Upgrade to include round-trip transport from your hotel for a seamless experience.

Follow your local Navajo guide on a walking tour of the remarkable Lower Antelope Canyon. Explore the canyon's incredible, colorful, and naturally-made rock formations, learning about its history.

Pack in a full itinerary to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on this day trip from Sedona. Your guide makes stops at the Navajo Nation and Cameron Trading Post as well as scenic overlooks at the Painted Desert cliffs, Little Colorado River Gorge, and Desert View Drive. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Sedona or Village of Oak Creek.

Experience the beauty of Sedona's red rock country firsthand on a guided tour. Enjoy the landscape of gorgeous Oak Creek Canyon, take in the views from Airport Overlook, and be amazed by Chapel of the Holy Cross—an architectural marvel embedded in a tall rock spire. Learn about Sedona’s history and folklore along with the wildlife and geology of the region as you cover all the scenic highlights of this stunning city in the American Southwest. You also get insider tips on favorite places for restaurants and shopping.

Antelope Canyon lies in Arizona on Navajo land, so exploring with a Navajo guide is essential. This Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour from Sedona takes you to both Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, two of the most desired areas for snapping photos. Plus, this tour includes lunch and round-trip transport from Sedona for a stress-free trip.

Sedona has some of the most impressive sights in all of Arizona, but by going on big tours of the area, you can sometimes miss out on views by being blocked or by rushing through areas faster than you’d like to. This Sedona Self-Guided E-bike Tour allows you to explore Red Rock sights and the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village at your own pace by e-bike.

Visit Grand Canyon National Park, with a stop for pictures of the Red Rocks of Sedona, on this multi-hour tour from the Phoenix area. Travel through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, where you can browse local crafts if you wish. When you reach the Grand Canyon, make stops in the park to see the natural wonder from multiple viewpoints.

Hop aboard a UTV for an adventure in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Keep an eye out for wildlife: All sorts of animals live in the area, from coyotes and deer to bobcats and rabbits.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas and spend half a day exploring the Grand Canyon West Rim. Save time on the day by booking admission tickets in advance and enjoy all the activities such as the strolling along the Skywalk, ziplining, watching Native American dancing, and souvenir shopping at the Indian Village, among other options.