Sunrise Tour of Monument Valley
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Monument Valley, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Guided tour of Monument Valley with a Navajo guide
- Early morning tour: See Monument Valley at sunrise
- Learn about Navajo culture from your guide
- Hassle-free pickup from select hotels included
What's Included
- Experienced Navajo Guides
- Pick-up & Drop-off at View Hotel(We meet OUTSIDE in front of the hotel at the guided loading area)
- Pick-up & Drop-off from KOA campground (KOA PICK UP IS FOR OVERNIGHT KOA GUEST ONLY!)
- KOA pick-up is for KOA customers only
- Tribal Park Admission Fee Tribal Park Admission Fee- $8 per person (can use check or credit card)
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Admission Fee - Monument Valley$8.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The View HotelIndian Rte 42, Oljato-Monument Valley, UT 84536, USA
We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area; Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour. Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to the beginning of November. we are MDT (Mountain Daylight Time)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers 5 months or more.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Chip_C
It’s a moving experience, desolate, quiet, and amazing. Weather was perfect and we landed at the right spot for those perfect calendar photos at sunrise. Marjory was our guide and did a wonderful job explaining both the geology and cultural sites, plus she had a fun personality.
Reviews
4.9
based on 310 reviews
Cindee_M, Jun 2026
We had a great tour of Monument Valley and Tim, our tour guide, did an excellent job of explaining Navajo culture and religion. We got beautiful pictures of the sunrise and highly recommend the tour!
Brandon_I, Jun 2026
Our tour guide Tim was great, very knowledgeable and took pictures for the group. He even played the flute and drum for our group and topped it off by singing happy birthday to my wife in his native song. Would 100% recommend.
Richard_h, Jun 2026
The morning was absolutely beautiful. Our guide, Sabrina was very knowledgeable and friendly. She took pictures of everyone whenever they wanted and made stops whenever we wanted. Highly recommend this tour and guide!
Joanne_L, May 2026
River is an amazing tour guide. We got to see so many different rock formations and landscapes as well as the history and significance behind them. River also played for us some songs from the traditional Native flute instrument!!!
Ambre_A, May 2026
River was an awesome guide! We had such a memorable tour with him. He was very attentive, he told us so much about Monument Valley and he even played the flute for us!
TracyW_R, Apr 2026
A life experience. We would go with Marjory again and again. Communication could be better (pickup location)
Chip_C, Apr 2026
It’s a moving experience, desolate, quiet, and amazing. Weather was perfect and we landed at the right spot for those perfect calendar photos at sunrise. Marjory was our guide and did a wonderful job explaining both the geology and cultural sites, plus she had a fun personality.
Jim_T, Mar 2026
Tim made the sunrise tour unforgettable. His easygoing style, combined with personal stories and meaningful cultural history, brought the landscape to life. I walked away with a genuine appreciation for the beauty, history, and Navajo culture of the area.
Tim_S, Oct 2025
Sunrise tour is best time to go great light. Marjory was fantastic, knowledgeable, and spiritual guide.
Cynthia_R, Oct 2025
Wonderful experience in the Navajo Tribal Park watching the sun rise and learning about the Navajo people. Shadows on the rocks are constantly changing as the sun rises creating beautiful and serene vistas.
Lesley_L, Oct 2025
Wear warm clothes and coats! We were on 30th sept and hat and gloves were needed.
Amazing sights and photo opportunities. You get to see a lot of ‘off the general track’ sights and insight to Native American culture. Marjorie was a great driver and guide.
Sandra_M, Sep 2025
Our guides name was Donna, she was pleasant and informative. Definitely want to dress warm for the sunrise tour, there are some icy winds in the canyons.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Sandra,
we highly appreciate you taking the time to leave us this wonderful review about your experience on your Sunrise Tour of Monument Valley. Donna is an exceptional guide who we appreciate and can’t thank enough for being apart of our crew!
The weather can be a bit frigid in the mornings and a little unpredictable at times so we appreciate you sharing some tips for future guests! Have a wonderful evening and take care.
Christine_c, Sep 2025
Magical being in Monument Valley at dawn. Although it was a bit cloudy, our guide took us to some amazing spots that are not possible to see without a guide.
Jerome_M, Sep 2025
It was one of the most beautiful experience of my life everything was perfect and the landscape was amazing.
Our guide explain a lot of things and we went to beitofu places where you can’t come without a guide.
kenny_b, Jul 2025
It was worth getting up early for. You see great views you won't see anywhere else. A very worthwhile experience.
Ariel_S, May 2025
Getting out on tour early is the way to go! We barely saw another person. Also, the included back country portion was very special.
Response from Host, May 2025
So glad you enjoyed the early start, it really does make a difference! And we're thrilled you appreciated the backcountry portion; it's one of our favorite hidden gems. Thanks for joining us!
Judy_K, Apr 2025
Once again, we had a beautiful morning. We wanted to share the valley and the sunrise with our good friends who had never been here before. We all loved the views, the stories, and the drum beating that welcomed the sun.
Joan_M, Dec 2024
Wonderful guide that provided exceptional service! She took us far into Monument Valley and explained some things about the Native American culture and scenery. Very interesting!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Joan,
It sounds like you had an awesome experience on our Sunrise Tour of Monument Valley. Seeing the beautiful colors of the early morning must’ve been absolutely incredible. Monument Valley has so much amazing history and the Navajo people’s culture is one of a kind. Thank you for joining us and leaving us a five star rating.
Betsi_K, Dec 2024
Sandrea was our guide and she was absolutely magnificent. She was patient and showed us all of the top photo opportunities. She brought us to a beautiful spot and even shared a Native American song with us in a very special way. This tour was magical! I highly recommend it to anyone who will be in the area and it is worth getting up early to experience the magic.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Betsi,
Thank you for your glowing review! We're overjoyed to hear that Sandrea made your tour so special. Her patience and eye for the best photo spots truly enhance the experience. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the beautiful location and the Native American song she shared. We're thrilled that you found the tour magical and appreciate your high recommendation. We hope to see you again for another magical adventure!
Ronnie_G, Dec 2024
“Bruce Lee” was amazing, took such good care of us, tour was informative and he graciously took loads of photos of us which we appreciate. Just the best!!! Would thoroughly recommend
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Ronnie,
The Sunrise Tour is a must do in Monument Valley! The sunlight coming through onto the sandstone is spectacular, and having an amazing guide adds even more depth to the experience. We hope your photos and memories last a lifetime! Thank you for the recommendation we appreciate it greatly.
Donna_T, Oct 2024
Our guide Duffy talked way to much about politics, war, how to prep for the end of the world, how bad mobile phones are, told us we needed to educate ourselves..when we got to John Ford point we only had 7mins because of all the unnecessary talking and missed many other viewpoints. Where was the music and craft? So disappointing, it was a waste of money.
Richard_L, Oct 2024
Duffy did a great tour! Left for a sunrise tour. The landscape & weather & beautiful area was a hit but Duffy also educated us on native history, culture, traditions plus geology.
Philip_B, Sep 2024
Bruce was my guide and he was so knowledgeable and he made the trip the fantastic experience it was.
Shelley_B, Aug 2024
Absolutely amazing tour! Unluckily the sun was partly obscured by cloud the day we went and just kept popping out, but the tour guide Jamison was fantastic!! Loved the singing and flute, one of the highlights of our 6-week tour!
Pete_K, Aug 2024
Great tour. Excellent knowledgeable guide, perfect locations for presunrise, sunrise then a tour of of the park.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Pete,
Thank you so much for the five-star rating. The Sunrise tour is the perfect option and opportunity for people to capture the essence and beauty of the one of a kind landscape. As well as getting to learn more about the Navajo people and cultural heritage.
Debbie_Y, May 2024
Beautiful, spiritual place!!! The sunrise tour is well worth rising early for! Our tour guide shared her culture with us and welcomed the sunrise with us in her own Navajo way.
Response from Host, May 2024
Debbie,
The Sunrise Tour is an excellent choice if you want to start out your day bright and early and with a one of a kind excursion. Our guides are the best of the best and will always make our guests experience all the more magical. Thank you for joining us and we appreciate you for sharing your experience.
Victor_S, Apr 2024
We went off the main road to see a wonderful sunrise, and unique arches and formations. Our guide explained the importance of the sacred beliefs of the Navajo people. He also gave interesting insights to his peoples’ lives. As much as those were important and revealing, we felt that he dwelled on some points excessively which created a feeling of “stretching” to fill time. Otherwise, it would have been 5 stars. Consider this a 4.5+ review. I was also glad we rode in their van rather than our car. The road, and especially the side roads, really require an off road, 4 wheel drive. We got tossed around quite a bit in their van. Yet, overall, a very interesting, enlightening, and enjoyable experience.
Patricia_B, Apr 2024
Gracious guide, beautiful sunrise, once in a lifetime experience but dress warm and it will be a bumpy fun ride.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Patricia,
The Sunrise Tour of Monument Valley is the perfect opportunity to experience the gorgeous landscape in such beautiful lighting. It can be chilly in the mornings so it's always important to check the weather and temperatures to dress for the occasion. Thank you for joining us and have a great day.
Adrian_P, Mar 2024
Such a unique and wonderful experience bought to life by our guide Cheryl. You get to visits some of the best parts of the valley which are only accessible to tours, and this really makes the tour really unique. Learning so much about Navajo traditions and the importance of the tribal park made it really the best way to discover Monument valley. The sunrise was the icing on the cake!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Adrian,
We highly appreciate you leaving us a five-star rating. We are so very glad you had a delightful time in your sunrise tour. The sun along with the monuments makes an absolutely stunning view. Cheryl is awesome and we will be sure to let her know she’s doing a great job. Have a great rest of your evening and safe travels!
JoseL_G, Nov 2023
The sunrise and the monuments. Our Navajo guide was pleasant, knowledgeable and knew the attraction of each stop and directed us where to go to enjoy the unique character and sight of each location.
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