All Monument Valley Tours & Excursions in 2026

See the sites of Lower Monument Valley that even tour guides can’t get enough of on this 3-hour sunrise or sunset excursion. Guides custom create itineraries that feature their favorite points in the valley in addition to must-see formations, transporting you in an all-terrain vehicle to sites far off the beaten path.

The only way to explore the inner workings of Monument Valley is with a Navajo guide—it also happens to be the best way. On this small-group tour, your local guide takes you from fantastic buttes, spires, and mesas to natural arches, amphitheaters, and Anasazi petroglyphs. Wander this sacred ground exploring its beauty, significance, history, and culture while learning about its history and geology.

Discover the natural wonders of Monument Valley on a tour led by a Navajo guide, who shows you the top sites such as Big Hogan and John Ford's Point as well as additional places not covered in shorter tours. As you travel 28 miles (45 km) through the tribal park, you'll learn a bit about Navajo culture and legends, see where movies have been filmed, and visit a traditional hogan (dwelling) to watch a rug-weaving demonstration.

Embark on the road trip of a lifetime with this bundle of tours in the Grand Circle. Witness the grandeur of Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Grand Staircase-Escalante, Horseshoe Bend, the Grand Canyon, and Monument Valley. These stunning destinations offer something different, from sweeping vistas and gravity-defying rock formations to lush riverside oases. Discover the Southwest. Discover the Grand Circle. Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Explore the awe-inspiring vistas and larger-than-life landscapes of Monument Valley on this tour led by a Navajo guide. You'll travel through the tribal park to see red rock formations and other sights, such as John Ford's Point and the Ear of the Wind, and Artist's Point. Plus, learn a bit about Navajo culture as you visit the Big Hogan and watch your guide's musical demonstration.

Explore the magnificent formations of Monument Valley with a local Navajo guide. You’ll travel by open-air vehicle through this iconic landscape along backcountry routes and restricted areas. The excursion covers sites such as the Mitten Buttes, John Ford's Point, Yeibichai, Three Sisters Spires, and Sun Eyes Arch and a live Navajo musical performance.

Monument Valley draws nearly half a million visitors every year to its famous rock formations along the Utah and Arizona border. Hear the geologic history and ancient mythology behind these formations on a guided 1.5-hour tour of Valley Loop Drive, stopping at the Valley’s most famous landmarks and overlooks.

Discover Monument Valley in the comfort of a Jeep, with a local guide to drive you around the area and tell you all about the history of the valley and what life is like there on this small-group tour. Explore a 17-mile loop, including restricted backcountry, in the comfortable car and see way more than you would on foot.

Escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in the calm solitude of Monument Valley to see the night sky like you never have before. This small-group stargazing experience is led by a local guide who’s a member of the Navajo community and knows the best spots to see as many stars as possible. Explore this unique rocky landscape and listen as your guide shares stories you won’t get elsewhere.

Cover more ground to marvel at the wonders of Monument Valley without getting footsore with this scenic tour on horseback. Get paired with your horse at the stables just steps from the Monument Valley Visitor Center, then hop in the saddle and follow your guide along the desert trails to take in the dramatic Mitten Buttes and Merrick Buttes from below, as well as the towering Sentinel Mesa.

Enjoy an evening of Navajo culture and Monument Valley scenery on this tour led by a Navajo guide. First you'll take a 2.5-hour exploration of Monument Valley at sunset to admire its red rock formations. Then sit down to a traditional Navajo dinner at a location near Rain God Mesa, followed by a performance of Navajo dancing, music, and storytelling around a campfire.

This guided tour of Monument Valley promises a more rounded experience than most typical sightseeing tours. With a Navajo guide, you'll explore in the company of someone with deep knowledge of the land and culture. As well as seeing the famed landscapes, you'll experience a rug weaving demonstration, performances and a side to the valley that is usually off limits to most visitors.

This Monument Valley tour will cover the valley’s main 17 mile self guide loop in an open air safari vehicle. On this tour, you will see some of the famous and most photographic areas like The Mittens, John Ford’s Point, Totem Pole, North Window & Artist Point. Your local Navajo guide will share the history, culture and geology of Monument Valley aka Tsé Bii’ Ndzisgaii (Valley of the Rocks) by the Diné. Experience the wonders of Arizona on our open-air safari vehicle tours throughout Navajo land. Book your hour and a half tour with Adventurous Monument Valley tours online!

Our 3-hour Cultural tour comprises the Navajo history and cultural lifestyle. Included is the 17-mile loop and backcountry, there you will observe Navajo families' homes and be able to visit inside a traditional Hogan. Embrace mother nature's warmth walking inside a tradition hogan, while being narrated on how thousands of Navajos have grown up. Shown inside will be demonstrations of Navajo rug weaving, traditional style structure of the Hogan, and arts/crafts. Bonus share a musical "entertainment".

See Monument Valley at its most spectacular: as it is lit up by the setting sun. This tour is led by a Navajo guide and takes you into the backcountry, to places that are normally off limits to visitors. As well as seeing the sights, you'll dive into Indigenous culture with a Navajo rug weaving demonstration and performances.

This 8 hour tour covers the basic 17-mile loop of Monument Valley and visits some restricted backcountry stops. You will view many of the famous monuments on this tour; in particular you will make stops at The East and West Mittens viewpoint, John Ford’s Point & Three Sisters viewpoint, the Totem Pole viewpoint, Artist’s Point, and the North Window viewpoints. In the back-country you will make stops at The Sun’s Eye & Ear of the Wind. In addition, to all the above-mentioned areas, it also visits scenic Mystery Valley. Mystery Valley is an area full of Anasazi Ruins and rock art, otherwise not seen from the main highway. You will explore Mystery Valley in the morning, followed by a barbecued lunch cooked by your tour guide. You will then continue on into Hidden Valley, covering the same 3.5 hour tour, visiting the Hogan and all the well-known formations.

Experience the famous Monument Valley scenery with the help of a guide to drive you through a 17-mile sightseeing route in a Jeep. Learn about the culture and history of the valley from your local guide, and stop to explore spots like John Ford’s Point, the North Window Overlook, the Three Sisters, and more. This easy, small-group tour is suitable for families and couples with limited time.

Explore Monument Valley with someone who knows the land best. In the company of a Navajo guide, you will see Monument Valley at its best: as the rising sun casts its warm glow over the valley's towering sandstone masterpieces. Afterward, dive into Indigenous culture through music, crafts and more.

See Monument Valley’s highlights with a Navajo guide who tells ancient legends only the Navajo tribe know well during this Monument Valley Loop Drive Tour by Jeep. A truly special experience, choose between a shorter or longer drive based on your schedule. The shorter tour visits John Ford Point, Totem Pole, and North Window Overlook, while the longer version allows you to see the same areas as the first, as well as arches, Anasazi ruins, petroglyphs, and a Navajo rug-weaving demonstration.

Embark on an adventure through the stunning landscapes of Monument Valley with this self-guided driving tour. Covering a 17-mile (27-km) route, this audio tour unveils Navajo culture, tribal history, and Hollywood tales against breathtaking panoramas. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the tour's immersive storytelling and helpful features.

Discover some of Monument Valley’s most extraordinary scenery—and learn about the native Navajo culture—during this overnight, small-group tour. On the first day, begin with a guided tour of Monument Valley’s highlights, from John Ford’s Point to ancient petroglyphs. Watch the sunset over the landscape before enjoying a freshly cooked Navajo meal under the stars and listening to stories around the campfire. After a night in a traditional hogan, wake in time to see the sunrise and enjoy breakfast.

The spectacular Monument Valley is inside the Navajo Nation Reservation and you must join a tour to access parts that are not otherwise open to the public. On this small-group tour, explore the valley with local valley guides with intimate knowledge of Navajo customs and traditions. Visit ancient Anasazi dwellings, petroglyph sites, natural arches, and panoramic viewpoints, while learning about the Anasazi people and Navajo culture, history, and traditions.

To explore Monument Valley requires a Navajo guide—which only makes your experience that much richer. If you’re pressed for time, this short-and-sweet tour is for you: You’ll witness all the best vistas, including the Mittens, John Ford’s Point, Three Sisters, and Totem Pole. You’ll also hear stories of this land’s significance to the Navajo, leaving with an in-depth appreciation of this famed, wild land.