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The crown of the day is a visit to Lower Antelope Canyon with a 1 mile hike with a Native American guide. This lower section of this corkscrew canyon requires a bit more effort but the reward is fewer visitors and a more intimate experience. The unique water and wind carved sandstone walls change color as the angle of light changes throughout the day. This portion of the canyon has a north/south orientation so light strikes some portion of the walls during most of the day. Your guide will talk about the formation of the slot canyon and offer suggestions for taking the best photos along the way. Time is allotted for lunch on your own.

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.

The Grand Canyon National Park from the Scottsdale area is more than a 3-hour drive, which can be hard to do unless you rent a car. Avoid that hassle and prebook this Grand Canyon Private Tour from Scottsdale Area. You'll ride in a private vehicle to the Grand Canyon's South Rim to explore at a leisurely pace. Plus, you'll enjoy scenic views along the ride there, too.

Keep your eyes peeled for slithery Sonoran Desert residents on this private half-day hike with a local expert who ensures your safety and teaches you about the area's ecosystem. Explore one of the most biodiverse deserts as you search for animals like king snakes, collared lizards, gila monsters, rattlesnakes, tarantulas, and scorpions. Your guide also discusses desert plant life and the variety of reptiles and invertebrates in the region.

Enjoy varied views of the Grand Canyon, from the inside and out, on this private hiking and sightseeing tour of the South Rim. Take a short hike down the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point before getting in a van and traveling to various viewpoints around the Rim, such as Mather Point, Grandview Point, Moran Point, Tusayan Ruins, and Desert View Watchtower.

Join your informative river guides as you board large inflatable rafts specifically designed for your smooth water float trip on the mighty Colorado River. The rafts glide effortlessly along the river as you marvel at massive cliffs towering more than 1,000 feet above. Wind around Horseshoe Bend where the river takes a full meander in its course to Lee’s Ferry. Along the way, you’ll stop to explore ancient Native American petroglyphs or take a quick dip in the Colorado and enjoy a delicious lunch on the banks of the river.

Visit Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on a full-day tour from Flagstaff, and spend the day exploring high mesas, towering buttes, and a spectacular desert landscape. Travel the Loop Road through the heart of Monument Valley, take in panoramic views from John Ford Point, and learn about Navajo history and culture along the way. This full-day Monument Valley tour includes pickup and drop-off in Flagstaff, entrance fees, and lunch, and it’s limited to 14 people for personal service.

Sedona is famed for its stunning scenery, but getting there—and getting around—isn’t easy without private transportation. Enjoy a comfortable, private round-trip ride from Flagstaff during this 6.5-hour small-group tour. Learn about the city’s history and unique geology from a private group guide, with plenty of time to take pictures and explore at your own pace.

Discover the best of one of the natural wonders of the world—and make your sightseeing experience totally hassle-free—on this private, full-day trip to the Grand Canyon's South Rim. Departing from your hotel or accommodation in Flagstaff or Sedona, travel by spacious SUV straight to the landmark. With your guide's expertise, you'll bypass the crowds and head to some of the most scenic viewpoints, all while learning about the region's history and geology.

Visit the Grand Canyon on a full-day tour from Flagstaff. Stop at viewpoints along the South Rim drive including Grand Canyon Village, Yavapai Point, Lipan Point, and Desert View Watchtower. On the return to Flagstaff, spend time at the Cameron Trading Post, which carries art work and handicrafts made by Native American artists. Includes entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take the stress out of planning your trip to the Grand Canyon by booking this Grand Canyon National Park Private Sightseeing Tour that includes round-trip transport to the South Rim from Flagstaff in comfortable vans. See highlights of the South Rim such as Yavapai Point, Tusayan Pueblo Museum, Desert View Watchtower, and more. Plus, this tour offers a picnic lunch if booked anywhere between March 15 to October 31. Other days, lunch will be at your own expense.

Plan the perfect desert adventure during this full-day excursion combining sightseeing and a scenic boating trip on the Colorado River. Tour the Painted Desert and shop for Native American crafts at Cameron Trading Post. Then board a boat for a scenic Colorado River float, passing below the 1,000-foot (300-meter) tall walls of Glen Canyon, the famous “Balancing Rocks,” and much more.

Discover Monument Valley and its iconic features on this daylong excursion from Flagstaff. You'll see why the red rock formations have served as the backdrop for countless movies, including John Wayne films. Get up close on a guided tour, including the Navajo Nation reservation and a  historic trading post. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

You’ve seen the vistas on your TV’s screensaver, and now it’s time to see them in person. On this tour, you’ll get time in the ultra-scenic Antelope Canyon—the most-photographed slot canyon in the world—plus the famous Horseshoe Bend and Glen Canyon dam. The tour includes hotel pickup within city limits and allows time for lunch on your own.

Grand Canyon, Wupatki Ruins & Sunset Crater Volcano Tour Embark on a full-day adventure with Canyon Ministries exploring geology, archaeology, and history through a biblical Creation perspective. This guided experience begins and ends in Flagstaff and visits three remarkable destinations in one unforgettable day. Stand in awe of the Grand Canyon’s breathtaking vistas, explore the ancient Wupatki Native American ruins, and walk through the rugged lava fields of Sunset Crater Volcano. Along the way, your expert guide shares engaging insights into these unique landscapes, connecting their features to the biblical account of Creation and the Flood described in Genesis. Perfect for families and explorers alike, this tour combines stunning scenery with rich cultural history. Tour price includes entry to all three parks and bottled water. Lunch is not included but may be purchased or brought with you. Additional rim tours, river trips, and backpacking adventures are also available.

Visit two stunning places in the Southwest from Flagstaff on one convenient tour: Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle with snacks, fruit, and drinks included, and enjoy the intimacy of a small-group tour of Lower Antelope Canyon. Your local Navajo guide will walk you through the picturesque slot canyon.

Citizens Cemetery holds the remains of many colorful characters from Flagstaff’s peculiar past! Your gravely guide will solemnly escort you to the final resting places of murdered malcontents and western folk heros. Gaze upon the mass grave of tragic travelers from the 1956 air collision that created the FAA. Glimpse the earthly interment of the astronomer who proved the motion of galaxies. Hear the tale of haunted businessmen who built up Downtown before they went under and listen to the gruesome account of true crime filicide that shocked Flagstaff to its core!