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DONALD_P, Jun 2026
Great day spent with Frank on the tour!
My husband Don surprised my girlfriends and I with this excursion. It was the perfect amount of time for the sights we saw. Our guide Frank Salle, is a very interesting person to spend the day with. He uses his knowledge and passion for Arizona to ensure you have a terrific experience. I have been to AZ many times, and learned a lot of things I never knew before. He pointed out the old stage coach trail that I passed many times never knowing about its history. Talked about all the dessert plants, and the history of all the places we visited. He even showed us how to take great panoramic photos with our phones. He definitely enjoys what he is doing and didn’t rush the stops at all. I would definitely ask for him on our next adventure! - Denise P
Rayquan_A, May 2026
AZ Elegant travel is awesome!
Booked 1 day in advance. Naala was promptly at the pickup location and provided historical accounts of many geographical sites. The drive was very seamless with all travelers quickly bonding. Price is very reasonable. Remove the stress out of planning the drive and book with AZ Elegant travel!
Leah_V, May 2026
Very fun
I was a little nervous to do this, but it was so much fun. Our guide, Angie, was great. I totally trusted her as she handled the terrain. She was funny and had a lot of interesting information and stories about the area. I am so glad my son suggested doing this!
Betsy_F, Apr 2026
Wonderful tour
Enjoyed every minute! Naala was very informative with historical information that she shared during the tour . Naala pointing out the vegetation, land scapes along the way to the Grand Canyon. The tour was 12.5 hours but the day flew by ! Worth every penny !
Randy_S, Apr 2026
This was a fun and...
This was a fun and informative trip. Most all of the travelers on our trip would have preferred more time at Tortilla Flats and Goldfield Ghost Town and less at the Elvis Chapel and Museum area. We barely had time to get some food and no time to explore either place. The Dolly Steamboat was a fun and relaxing experience and the Captain was quite entertaining. Our driver gave us lots on historical facts and flora and fauna information.
justin_g, Feb 2026
Breath taking
This is hands-down, the best tour agency that you can go through. The amount of knowledge that our tour guide John had was absolutely outstanding. He went above and beyond any expectation me and my fiancé had. I plan on bringing our children back for a trip with John. The van was impeccable. He was very attentive to any in every need me and her had 10 out of 10 recommended.
Elias_P, Feb 2026
Excellent day trip
Sam was really good as a guide and driver. Very informative and friendly. The tour was in general very intereating and well organised, the van was comfortable. The pick up and drop off could have been better arranged from the company as it took an hour to pick up everyone and an hour to drop off, and for me at least I had to travel another 15 minutes by uber or 40 min by tram to get to the meeting point as opposed to others who were picked up from their hotel. I think it would have been better if we were all told to meet up at one place and then drive off from there, therefore not having to start off the tour too early for some and driving me around the whole of Phoenix, Scodsdale and Tempe. Other than that all was great.
Amy_C, Jan 2026
Dolly steamboat and Apache Junction tour
Make sure to wear clothes that match the weather and comfy footwear because there is exploring to do outside the vehicle but so worth it. Also if you get Cynthia she is amazing and knowledgeable about anything Az. She even took time to help us find something else to do in Mesa after the tour. Above and beyond what was expected. Awesome person!
Mary_T, Jan 2026
Inexpensive and easy alternative to group tours
This was the first time trying a self guided tour. It was a great way to see all the sites of Sedona at our own pace without all the complicated coordination and time consuming planning. It was easy to follow, highlighted some incredible stops, and provided fun facts and history of the area. The gps accurately located our vehicle wherever we were and provided excellent directions, offered timely suggestions for breaks, food, shopping and more. This self guided tour is a wonderful, inexpensive alternative for anyone who doesn’t like the expense and waiting around for others associated with larger group tours.
Katrina_B, Nov 2025
Incredible Experience at Lower Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend!
Our day started bright and early, and the team was right on time for pickup — always a great start! Once everyone was on board, we made a quick stop for breakfast, which was a nice touch before heading out on the road.
Our guide, Mike, was absolutely fantastic. He was so knowledgeable about the different types of rocks, the history of Arizona, and the Native cultures of the region. I learned so much and enjoyed every moment of it.
Both Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend were breathtaking. Mike went above and beyond to make the experience special, especially at Horseshoe Bend — he took the best photos of our group and somehow managed to capture the entire bend perfectly with us in the shot!We stopped at the Bird House for lunch, and it did not disappoint — some of the best chicken I’ve had in a long time.
All in all, the day was perfectly organized, filled with beautiful sights, great food, and amazing company. I’ll definitely be back to join them for the Grand Canyon tour next time!
Darcy_D, Sep 2025
Wonderful experience!
David greeted us right on time and made us feel comfortable immediately. He brought a cooler full of snacks, fresh fruit and waters, and told us if we needed anything to let him know. We all felt great about him from the start. He shared so much knowledge about Arizona on the drive up, and stopped when we needed a break. When we arrived, he brought us to all the best spots of the canyon! We walked around for about an hour, then ate lunch at a restaurant on site. (He made reservations for us!) After lunch we had time to visit the gift shops. David then took us to see a few more views before we finally headed back for the day. We had a fantastic day with him, and learned so much. All 6 of us in our group would highly recommend doing this experience with David. He was truly wonderful!
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Phoenix is the perfect base camp for exploring Arizona’s amazing natural landscapes and unique attractions. Whether you’re exploring the highlights of Grand Canyon National Park, touring the stunning red rock formations in Sedona, visiting Native American ancestral sites, or seeing the best of the Old West sights in Tombstone, you’ll find no shortage of Phoenix day trips to choose from. And if you opt for a guided tour, you’ll get some interesting and engaging commentary as you pass through some of the best attractions outside of the city.
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