2.5 Hours of Monument Valley's Backcountry 4×4 Tour
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Monument Valley, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on this tour that introduces you to Monument Valley's major scenic attractions. During the journey, see backcountry monuments, which include arches and ancient petroglyphs from the Anasazi people. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.
- Explore the natural features of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
- See arches and other rock formations used in films and other media
- Hear stories about the area from your guide
- Choice of departure times when booking
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Transport by open-air Safari vehicle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hand sanitizers available upon request.
- Local taxes
- Pet friendly
- NO Entrance fee to the Monument Valley Tribal Park
- Gratuities
- No Horse Tours
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- XVJP+PW Oljato-Monument ValleyXVJP+PWJ Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ, USA
West of The View Hotel building, about 50 yards. Visible Sign: Navajo Tours Loading Area OPEN-AIR/ENCLOSED SUVS/FULL SIZE VAN'S
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Your tour begins through Monument Valley's natural attractions.
With your guide, make your first stop at John Ford's Point, where some of John Wayne's western movies were filmed, as well as 'Transformers: Age of Extinction.' Then head into the backcountry area of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park to see the Sun's Eye Arch. Standing here at a specific degree, you can look into the rock arch to find out how it got its name. Also at this location, check out petroglyphs from the Anasazi people and listen to stories from your guide.
Then continue to the Big Hogan, another natural feature that's a favorite photo op site, before stopping at your last backcountry attraction, the Ear of the Wind, the largest arch in the park.
Next, head to the Totem Pole for more photo ops and to hear about their cultural histories, and then visit the North Window, where you can admire the Mitten Butte from a different perspective. Your tour then ends with return to your departure point.
Please note: Guides are locals who have been praised for their storytelling skills and are first aid- and CPR-certified. Water is available but it's recommended that you bring your own snacks and other necessities.
With your guide, make your first stop at John Ford's Point, where some of John Wayne's western movies were filmed, as well as 'Transformers: Age of Extinction.' Then head into the backcountry area of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park to see the Sun's Eye Arch. Standing here at a specific degree, you can look into the rock arch to find out how it got its name. Also at this location, check out petroglyphs from the Anasazi people and listen to stories from your guide.
Then continue to the Big Hogan, another natural feature that's a favorite photo op site, before stopping at your last backcountry attraction, the Ear of the Wind, the largest arch in the park.
Next, head to the Totem Pole for more photo ops and to hear about their cultural histories, and then visit the North Window, where you can admire the Mitten Butte from a different perspective. Your tour then ends with return to your departure point.
Please note: Guides are locals who have been praised for their storytelling skills and are first aid- and CPR-certified. Water is available but it's recommended that you bring your own snacks and other necessities.
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Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
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
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- 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
- NOT responsible for lost or stolen items (cameras, phones, wallets, passports, etc.) while on the tour. Please only bring items you need to make your tour more comfortable (jackets, cameras, snacks, etc.)
- COVID19 Protocols exercised and in place
- Uneven walking surfaces
- • 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 advise us immediately for 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.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 1,644 reviews
Perry_B, Jun 2026
Dave was very knowledgeable and provided historical references, agriculture and geological insight. It wasn’t “heavy”. Dave knew where there were lions and tigers and bears, oh my. All kidding aside, we saw moose, her calf, bison, a bear and their habitats. We would highly recommend.
PAUL_K, Jun 2026
This was an awesome tour, our guide was Joe and he was very knowledgeable and related it to his personal experiences. He even taught us to use our phone cameras to capture better images. I would give it six stars if I could.
mathewspam59, Jun 2026
Was so beautiful, and Joe Nelson our guide was the best ever with such information as the way of life and spiritual beliefs of the Navajo people. His words made us feel humble and grateful to be there. The tour vehicle was very comfortable, and Joe helped us with our cameras, gave us water, and we would request him to be our guide again. We would take this tour again in a heart beat.
Dawn_D, May 2026
Joseph was an AMAZING tour guide, a wonderful representative of his community and of Monument Valley, full of information and stories, called attention to specific points on interest, helped create special photos and special memories. A favorite part of our trip!
Crystal_C, May 2026
The tour surpassed our expectations! It was so cool to go through backroads that are not open to the public and to learn about the Navajo culture. John was our guide and he made the experience so memorable.
Steven_S, May 2026
This was a great trip. Yvonne our guide was very knowledgeable and so attentive to all of us. We would definitely do this again.
Terry_M, May 2026
Wonderful tour of Monument Canyon!! Our tour guide John was fantastic! He shared a lot of interesting information and photo tips!
Highly recommend!
Sheryl_B, May 2026
The time it took for this tour was perfect. It wasn’t too long but it wasn’t too short either, which is what we wanted due to time constraints. Our tour guide was Joseph and did an amazing job. Extremely professional and genuine. He’s been doing it for 31 years and it’s obvious he enjoys it.
Sally_C, May 2026
There were just us 3 friends, so we asked John early on to turn off the loud speaker so we could enjoy the peace & beauty of the valley. That changed the experience to more personal & deep. John then pulled out his flute & played in an alcove. Great experience esp. for my European friends on the ride.
Emil_C, May 2026
Incredible views with super knowledgeable guides they helped with setting up phones and also took many photos
steve, May 2026
Excellent Guide!!!!! I can't imagine seeing Monument Valley without a guide and ours was great. She was very helpful in taking pictures of us.
Ronald_P, May 2026
It was a great tour with a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Joseph did a wonderful job. Our family members from out of the state said the Monument Valley tour was the best part of their AZ vacation.
Wanda_V, May 2026
Joseph was a fabulous guide. Very knowledgeable. Fixed our cameras to take the best photos! Loved learning his culture!
Hyunwook_L, Apr 2026
We chose this tour because it was the most reasonably priced among the many options in Monument Valley, and the quality exceeded all expectations. We were able to visit several beautiful locations within the restricted areas.
Our guide, Joe, was especially wonderful—kind and warm. He provided detailed explanations and took fantastic photos for us. Truly one of the best guides we’ve ever had.
alexander_s, Apr 2026
Very positive and worthwhile tour. Joseph was a very friendly and articulate guide with many interesting stories.
Jennifer_K, Apr 2026
Joseph provided a fantastic tour. We learned a lot about the Navajo Nation as well as an explanation of the sights. Great memories.
Steven_C, Apr 2026
Fantastic tour by Joseph. We enjoyed the beautiful landscape and learning about the history and culture. He was a kind, knowledgeable, and patient guide.
Burnett_H, Apr 2026
Great, informative tour of the fantastic Monument Valley! Comfortable ride in the open air tour vehicles with commentary throughout the trip. Our guide Joe was raised in the Valley which was really cool. He pointed out many of the classic movie scene locations along the way.
Betty_H, Apr 2026
Shoes for walking in sand—open air vehicle…Check local weather. We were confused not seeing Viator and where to meet could be marked better.
Darlene_G, Apr 2026
We took a tour with John as our driver/guide. His knowledge about the Monument Valley, Navaho culture was amazing and FUN to hear!! We throughly enjoyed our time on our tour.
Luke_E, Apr 2026
The views in the back country were awesome!! John was a great guide and made all the kids have fun and made the trip very enjoyable for all. Truely mesmerising place.
David_D, Apr 2026
You do go on an off-road adventure to many sites. Great time for everyone. Extremely knowledgeable guide who shared many stories about the Navaho nation and natural beauty.
Cindy_W, Apr 2026
Joe was an amazing guide and very knowledgeable. Monument Valley is a must see.and highly recommend doing a guided tour rather than driving the scenic route on your own.
Trisitina_S, Mar 2026
I am glad we splurged and took a tour and even more happy that we opted for the back country tour. Our guide was great and offered a blanket for the windy and cold day. Our guide was very informative. She offered to take family photos and went above and beyond to do panoramic when in one of the arches. She also played an instrument in the arch while having all of us relax against the arch wall. Highly recommend
Alexandre_G, Mar 2026
Follow the guidelines, arrive on time, plan well and you will be in good hands! Watch the time zones depending on where you’re coming from! Our guide Tai was an awesome person and professional!
Joseph_L, Mar 2026
This is a perfect way to learn some history and unique facts about Monument Valley. Our guide, John was excellent.
Keri_G, Mar 2026
Our guide, John was very knowledgeable and made the tour very enjoyable. This is a must do when visiting monument valley.
Kelly_F, Mar 2026
The ride is an open air vehicle , can be windy and bumpy. Yuvonne was very knowledgeable about the area, cultural, environmental, geophysical, and the history of the Navajos. Very informative experience.
Rick_s, Mar 2026
Nate, our tour guide, was EXCELLENT!!
Back country is the way to go…well worth the cost and time….go for it!
Katie_P, Mar 2026
Great tour! Our tour guide was amazing and had a ton of information. Definitely recommend it, would for sure do it again.
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