1.5 Hour Tour of Monument Valley's Loop Drive
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Monument Valley, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
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.
- Hear the stories behind Monument Valley’s most famous attractions
- Save your car from the infamously pitted roads and keep your eyes free to roam
- Perfect for families of all ages or those with limited mobility
- Opportunities for photos of the landmarks along the way
What's Included
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Transported by an open-air Safari vehicle, Enclosed SUV, or a full-size Van.
- Local professional guide
- Pet friendly
- Entrance fee to the Monument Valley Tribal Park.
- No Horse tours
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
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West of The View Hotel building, about 50 yards. Visible Sign reads: Navajo Tours Loading Area OPEN-AIR/ENCLOSED SUVS/FULL SIZE VAN'S
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Make your way to the View Hotel in Monument Valley Tribal Park 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. (entrance fee not included). Meet your guide and your group for a prompt departure down the 17-mile (25 kilometer) Valley Loop Drive on this Viator Exclusive tour.
Listen to guided commentary about Monument Valley en route to its most famous landmarks, including stops at the so-called “John Ford’s Point” where many of John Wayne’s classic western movies were filmed, the Totem Pole, Yei Bi Cheii, and North Window, which offers views of the West and East Mittens. Only on a guided tour will you hear the stories behind these attractions, save your car from the infamously pitted roads, and leave your eyes free to roam.
At the end of the drive, return to your departure point.
Listen to guided commentary about Monument Valley en route to its most famous landmarks, including stops at the so-called “John Ford’s Point” where many of John Wayne’s classic western movies were filmed, the Totem Pole, Yei Bi Cheii, and North Window, which offers views of the West and East Mittens. Only on a guided tour will you hear the stories behind these attractions, save your car from the infamously pitted roads, and leave your eyes free to roam.
At the end of the drive, return to your departure point.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We do observe Daylight Savings TIme. We are on Mountain Standard Time (UT). Be advised that there is a one hour time difference between Arizona Time Zone and the Navajo Nation Time Zone (Mid-March to October).
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Adult pricing applies to all adult/senior travelers
- Uneven walking surfaces
- COVID19 protocols exercised and in place
- • All tours leave from the FRONT of The View Hotel building. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for loading. Our guide will be waiting for you in front of the hotel at the LOADING AREA, approximately 50 yards west of the entrance. We depart strictly on the hour, so please be punctual. DO NOT MEET INSIDE THE VIEW HOTEL. GPS 36.981823, -110.112931 GPS Code 858FXVJP+PR
- If you are feeling any symptoms of COVID19 or have been around a person who tested positive, please contact us immediately for a cancelation
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
GeorgiaLouise_T
What an incredible experience with tour guide Steven.
We were considering driving ourselves but sitting on top of a comfortable open top 4 x 4 vehicle and letting someone else take care of the driving whilst you focus on the views is the best way to see the valley without a doubt. We made several stops throughout the tour to take photos and take in the views but you also have great views from all seats on the vehicle whilst on the move.
What really made the day special was our Navajo tour guide Steven who pointed out some of the interesting features of the rocks that we would never have noticed ourselves and gave us a fascinating mix of geological information and local legends. He shared some personal anecdotes with us about his own experiences growing up in the area which we loved to hear. He really made the experience special and we would like to thank him again for a fantastic afternoon adventure!
Reviews
4.8
based on 404 reviews
Nomad, Mar 2026
Our tour guide Bob, was fantastic. He took a detour to the backcountry and showed us some beautiful sights not on the main tour. For the Italian couple in our group, he spoke a bit of Italian. The best part was when he paired up with another tour guide and performed some Navajo music for us.
Kasia_T, Mar 2026
This tour is in a minivan, not an open car. It was good for us… it was rather chilly that day. But that was not obvious from the listing
Richard_W, Mar 2026
Request Stephen Holliday. He was great. We could tell he was very proud of his people the Navajo. We were able to ask question about the reservation and history and he answered with passion for his people. He made sure we saw everything. Hew was awesome.
Elisabeth_E, Feb 2026
Very personal! Tim Holiday didnt use a microphone and a speaker like we saw other guides do. It reminded me of a Universal Studios tour. Tim, instead, would stop the vehicle and come talk to us in an unassuming manner and answer our questions. So very appropriate and respectful of the environment. Ask for Tim! Also, even though I am a huge John Ford fan, I was impressed and gratified that the focus of the visitor center and the tour was on the Navajo culture and heritage and the relationship to the land, not the movies. Seeing the natural spectacle was everything. We went in placid cool February and understand that the route is bumper-to-bumper and 110 degrees in summer. So dodged a bullet there.
AyushJha_J, Dec 2025
Steven did the tour for us. It was awesome. He is friendly and told us a lot of interesting facts. I would suggest doing 2 and half hours though as I feel we missed a few spots.
RajendraKumar_T, Dec 2025
This was a great experience, came to know about the history and our guide Stephen was great, able to connect his personal life to the valley and explain in detail.
Brett_R, Nov 2025
Our guide was wonderful! She drove us all over Monument Valley while telling us stories about the history of her people and the land itself. I'm so glad we didn't attempt to tour this park on our own without a guide!
Natalie_f, Oct 2025
The closed vehicle kept us warm and out of the flying dust. But it only had one exit door, so get out as often as possible and take lots of photos!
Tom_A, Oct 2025
Our Navajo guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the valley and the various monuments we saw.
William_W, Oct 2025
Really bumpy road so be prepared. You will be seared outside the vehicle behind the cab. The sights are really inbelievable. Bring a camera!
Sergio_S, Oct 2025
Beautiful tour with weel-informed guide. Stunning landscape. Roads are rough, prepare for lots of bouncing.
GeorgiaLouise_T, Oct 2025
What an incredible experience with tour guide Steven.
We were considering driving ourselves but sitting on top of a comfortable open top 4 x 4 vehicle and letting someone else take care of the driving whilst you focus on the views is the best way to see the valley without a doubt. We made several stops throughout the tour to take photos and take in the views but you also have great views from all seats on the vehicle whilst on the move.
What really made the day special was our Navajo tour guide Steven who pointed out some of the interesting features of the rocks that we would never have noticed ourselves and gave us a fascinating mix of geological information and local legends. He shared some personal anecdotes with us about his own experiences growing up in the area which we loved to hear. He really made the experience special and we would like to thank him again for a fantastic afternoon adventure!
Andrew_C, Oct 2025
Monument Valley is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Be prepared for a bumpy ride through a valley of unsurpassed beauty.
Kristen_B, Oct 2025
Very informative guide
Great seeing and stopping at the monuments
Enjoyed it thoroughly!
Would like to go on the longer tour next time!
Sally_N, Sep 2025
It is a rough road, but glad we didn't take our own vehicle. John was very informative and made the experience fun.
Edward_E, Sep 2025
Stephen was great and helped so much for us to Learn about Navajo culture, his narrating was top notch, like he was conversing with us and not reading a script.
Thomas_V, Sep 2025
Ty was an excellent driver and guide. Very knowledgeable. He took time to stop and explain the geology of the park.
Nancy_S, Sep 2025
The opportunity to go down on the valley floor and hear about the monuments is priceless. Our guide Steven, was so knowledgeable about the valley, the people who live there and the culture…it was truly enriching. I would tell people without hesitation…”Do It.”
Mark_E, Aug 2025
Unfortunately we couldn’t choose the time being here and it was very hot (40 deg Celsius). If you don’t like the heat definitely pick a time other than the height of summer. It’s also a bit dusty but that’s to be expected.
Apart from the heat the tour was very interesting.
SUNILKUMAR_J, Jul 2025
Guide was great and even took our pictures with different settings. He explained the geography and pointed out and explained to us about every structure.
We were confused about the timing as the address showed Arizona and they have different timezone from Utah and Colorado.
Turns out they follow Navajo National time zone, which is same as Utah and Colorado.
Besides that, it was very hot and we didn't want to stay too long in the sun.
DiAnna_S, Jul 2025
Our guide was so knowledgeable! We had a great time learning about the monuments and the Navajo culture!
Juliane_J, Jun 2025
The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable, but the speaker on the vehicle was a little quiet. The guide was using a vehicle that he wasn't used to using, so it wasn't his fault. The ride was quite bumpy (though not uncomfortable), and that didn't prevent our 2YO from falling asleep. The scenery was beautiful, and many of the rock formations were recognizable from old western movies. Overall, we would recommend.
Dan_D, Jun 2025
John was an excellent tour guide. Great personality, very informative and enjoyed it immensely!! Monument Valley is a must see.
Lisa_H, Jun 2025
Our guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. Steven was very personable and courteous. We really enjoyed the tour.
Marie_D, Jun 2025
This was one of the best experiences we have ever had!! Our guide Darren was amazing and we would give 10 stars if it allowed it! This is an absolute must-see location and the best tour to do it with!! We will be coming back to do the 3 hour tour and will be requesting Darren again. Thank you so much from Marie and Steve from Vancouver Island, BC Canada
Martin_P, Jun 2025
We had an excellent tour-guide who gave us a lot of additional information about Monument Valley, it’s history, the people and their living conditions etc.
Gregory_D, Jun 2025
Well worth it versus trying to drive the minimum maintenance road in my own vehicle. Saw a couple cars having trouble. Guide was very interesting and knowledgeable.
Patricia_P, Jun 2025
Fabulous short tour monument valley. MV tours. Michael, our guide was fabulous. Terrific day. Worth the price!
Sandy_W, Jun 2025
Best way to tour the valley and save wear and tare on your car. Put your guide, Mike, was very accommodating and knowledgeable,
Kathryn_K, Jun 2025
Loved seeing the sights however would have liked way more if our tour driver could have stopped more often than his schedule stops. Very difficult to take photos when the van bounces around.
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