Top Phoenix Day Trips

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.

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.

Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this small-group day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon South Rim on a full-day trip. Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy a small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs.

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.

Explore the sights surrounding Sedona without the hassle of renting a car. Your guide will lead the way so that you can focus on taking in the scenery as you head out from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, or Mesa to see Sedona highlights. Stops include the famous Red Rocks, Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more, followed by a visit to the old mining town of Jerome.

On this guided scenic day tour from Phoenix, you will not only take in the breathtaking landscapes of this desert playground with plenty of photo opportunities, but you will explore ancient Native American ruins. With plenty of free time in Sedona to explore on foot, you might check out some art galleries, do some souvenir shopping, or even get a psychic reading. Enjoy this small-group tour limited to just 13 people in a custom van with leather captain's chairs

Spend time aboard a single-rider ATV during a thrilling off-road tour 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. Your guide is knowledgeable about the region's plant life, wildlife, and history, with plenty of stories to share.

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.

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.

Ride in style from one of our convenient Scottsdale locations. Your journey will include a visit to 4 award-winning wineries (only 3 guaranteed on Saturday), in the Verde Valley. Your tour includes exclusive discounts on tastings and bottles, a picnic with your personal charcuterie If you are looking for a tour NOT a shuttle service, where you will be treated like the VIP's you are, transportation with working Air Conditioning and an awesome Charcuterie lunch to enjoy at one of the Vineyards, this is the tour for you! PLEASE NOTE: There is a minimum number of 4 passengers to ensure the tour will take place. Do not fret...we do offer private tours for 1-3 people please see our Vineyard Wine Tasting for 2-3 people from Scottsdale/Phoenix. Saturday tours we can only guarantee 3 Vineyards. Cheers and we look forward to giving you a day to remember!

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.

Bulldog Canyon is the area of Tonto National Forest north of Usery mountain and south of the salt river. Expect to see beautiful desert scenery including: - Unique plants, cactus, and wildflowers that are native to the Sonoran Desert. - Beautiful Mountain ranges including the Superstition Mountains, Red Mountain, and Four Peaks. Lots of picturesque views of Tempe, Pheonix, and the entire Valley of the Sun. - Wild Animals such as horses, javelina, snakes, lizzards, and birds. - Experience the Adventure of off-roading and being able to travel through deserts washes and rocky paths. - The Tour will take you into wild and rarely traveled places you'd be unlikely to see on your own. - The tour is guided and driven by our experienced tour guides to ensure safety.

Wake up early to experience a Sonoran Desert sunrise, and transform it into a story by seeing it from a birds-eye view. This hot air balloon ride from Phoenix takes you into the air with a professional guide who will narrate your trip. You’ll learn about the wildlife and history of this unique desert, then celebrate with Champagne and breakfast hors d’oeuvres.

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.

The Tonto National Forest is the largest in Arizona and the Lower Salt River runs right through its heart. On this tour, admire the natural scenery from the water on a thrilling kayaking excursion. Set out from Saguaro Lake Ranch, paddle along the Salt River, and look out for native wildlife, including the park’s herd of wild horses.

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.

Travel in luxury to see the Majestic Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona with a private, guided tour from Diamond Deluxe Custom Tours! Spend the day in luxury and beauty visiting Bell Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, Tlaquepaque, and the Mesa Overlook! Champagne Toast upon request! Call for pricing for larger groups/vehicle.

On this 13‑hour tour from the Phoenix area, you’ll travel through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon—where you can browse local crafts if you wish—then stop for pictures of Sedona’s Red Rocks. Finally, you’ll reach Grand Canyon National Park and visit multiple viewpoints to admire the natural wonder.” This version presents the itinerary in a logical order: the drive and activities first, photo stops next, then the Grand Canyon viewpoints last, for a clearer flow

The Grand Canyon is a must-see destination in the southwest. Visit the natural wonder as well as other landmarks on this excursion from Phoenix. Feel the natural healing powers of Sedona as you explore the Chapel of the Holy Cross vortex and then make your way to Oak Creek Canyon Vista. Finally, head to the Grand Canyon where you enjoy views from several viewpoints before heading back to Phoenix.

This day tour gives you the chance to venture south from the Phoenix area to see several historical sites that visitors come from around the world to see. This allows you to experience several interesting locations that are so important in the history of Arizona. Our first stop will be at the Mission at San Xavier del Bac where you will have a chance to learn more about the area south of Tucson and see the detail and wonderful architecture of the church, built 100's of years ago. Then off to Tombstone which is such a unique experience to see and be able to walk in the same steps as Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday and the Clantons. The shopping is very unique and interesting, and the towns people all dress in period outfits. While in town we will see a Shootout at the OK Corral and have lunch (included up to $15 per person) on the old main street of town. We have one final stop at the Boothill Graveyard to visit the graves of many of Tombstone famous citizens. Then it's back to Phoenix.

Marvel at the Grand Canyon's vast expanse and some of the American Southwest's most awe-inspiring terrain during a scenic flight from Phoenix. Your pilot flies at the perfect altitude to clearly view the natural beauty of Arizona, including Tonto National Forest, San Francisco Peaks, Montezuma Well, and the Red Rocks of Sedona. Experience this majestic wilderness from the ground and air on a day-long tour that includes a stop in the National Park and the historic village.

Antelope Canyon is known for its stunning natural beauty, but the area is a sacred site of the Navajo Tribe, and it can’t be entered without a Navajo guide leading the way. This Lower Antelope Canyon Private Day Tour takes you through the area with a Navajo guide and with a private group, so you’re not crowded while you explore.

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.