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Grand Canyon Day Tour: Small Group Experience
4.8
99 Ratings
Phoenix
Embark on a small-group day trip from Phoenix-Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon South Rim. Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona and enjoy unforgettable views with a knowledgeable guide.
Embark on a small-group day trip from Phoenix-Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon South Rim. Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona and enjoy unforgettable views with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Grand Canyon South Rim - Enjoy approximately 3 hours inside Grand Canyon National Park! Part of your time is guided and part of your time is on your own. Stroll the rim for endless viewpoints and gaze upon the deepest and widest part of the entire Grand Canyon! The drive to Grand Canyon from the Phoenix area is roughly 4 hours with a few comfort stops along the way.
- Grand Canyon South Rim - Enjoy approximately 3 hours inside Grand Canyon National Park! Part of your time is guided and part of your time is on your own. Stroll the rim for endless viewpoints and gaze upon the deepest and widest part of the entire Grand Canyon! The drive to Grand Canyon from the Phoenix area is roughly 4 hours with a few comfort stops along the way.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Unlimited bottled water
- All fees and taxes included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Unlimited bottled water
- All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
- Food
- Gratuities
- Food
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the picturesque charm of Arizona on this intimate day excursion from the Phoenix-Scottsdale vicinity. Traverse the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon South Rim on a comprehensive day journey. Absorb the majestic vistas of quintessential southwestern terrains with your expert guide. Savor the exclusivity of a tight-knit group tour capped at a…
Immerse yourself in the picturesque charm of Arizona on this intimate day excursion from the Phoenix-Scottsdale vicinity. Traverse the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon South Rim on a comprehensive day journey. Absorb the majestic vistas of quintessential southwestern terrains with your expert guide. Savor the exclusivity of a tight-knit group tour capped at a mere 13 participants, in a custom van featuring plush leather captain’s seats.
- The Grand Canyon South Rim is a 7,000 foot elevation, please note this if you have concerns about elevation.
- There is NOT a restroom on the van. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Arizona state law requires children under 8 years to have either a child seat or booster. Child seats are not provided, please bring your own and notify supplier
- Minimum age is 3 years and guest must inform supplier they will provide car seats or boosters.
- Wheelchairs and walkers are acceptable as long as they fold up and can be slid into the vehicle. You must let the supplier know if you are bringing either.
- We do not guarantee pickup for all hotels. Even if your hotel is on the list, there may be a chance you’ll need to meet at an alternate location. Any guest staying outside of Phoenix, Scottsdale or Tempe will be required to meet at an alternate location to be determined by supplier. Tour supplier contact details will be provided on your pre-paid voucher.
- Supplier is not responsible for road or viewing conditions due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.
- FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS: Any tours booked after 7:00PM Arizona time the night before the tour date might not be confirmed. You will likely have to meet at another hotel for pick up. Our office will contact you prior to 6:00am on the tour date.
Location
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley
West Charlotte Drive
This is a guaranteed pick up location, however, please let the supplier know as soon as possible if you are NOT staying here, as they may have a closer meet location for you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(99 Ratings)
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Barbara_g
Aug 21, 2025
Wonderful Grand Canyon tour! - Wonderful Grand Canyon tour. Tour guide, Han, is the best! Drive from Sedona to Scottsdale was beautiful.
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Janieo_11
Aug 9, 2025
Awesome day in the Grand Canyon - Had a great day on this tour. Learned and saw so much! Mark was a great tour guide! I would recommend this tour to all ages. If you want hike the angels pass you have about 3 hours at the canyon. The views and stops alone are very worth the price. Sedona is also a great stop to get dinner, just relax and take in the views!
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Imani_b
Jul 26, 2025
All day excursion! This... - All day excursion! This was a very fun experience, our tour guide Mike L. was professional and friendly. Stops are made along the way to accommodate and sight see.
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Jessica_b
Jul 21, 2025
Arizona Wonders + Engaged Teens = Total Win! - 🌄 Amazing Grand Canyon & Sedona Tour with Detours and Mark Lane
We took a full-day tour with Detours of Arizona, and it was an amazing way to experience a small part of what the area has to offer! Traveling with my two teenage daughters (17 and 18), we were picked up on time in NE Phoenix in a clean, comfortable van. We had been notified the day before that our tour had been upgraded to include Sedona—a fantastic surprise!
Our guide, Mark Lane, was knowledgeable, funny, and incredibly engaging. As we left Phoenix, he shared fascinating stories about Arizona’s history, geology, and wildlife. His storytelling made the drive fly by!
🛣️ Smooth Logistics & Comfort
• 12-hour door-to-door itinerary
• Regular rest stops every 60–90 minutes with clean bathrooms
• Comfortable van seating (sun-facing side can get warm—bring a scarf or shade)
🗻 Grand Canyon Highlights We made three scenic stops, including time for lunch. Mark’s safety briefing before arrival was thorough (stay away from the edge—and don’t feed the squirrels!).
🌵 Sedona Experience Approaching Sedona, the views were breathtaking. We stopped in the tourist area for shopping—though it was hard to tell which items were handcrafted versus mass-produced. I felt safe letting my daughters explore solo. We also stopped for photos at beautiful Bell Rock before heading back to Phoenix.
👍 Highly Recommended Mark even won over my teenagers, which says a lot! I absolutely recommend Detours and Mark Lane for an unforgettable day of sightseeing, storytelling, and stunning landscapes.
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Krystle
Jul 17, 2025
An awesome experience and not just for seeing the Grand Canyon, but for the tour guide, Aldo. Highly recommende, - Tour guide was courteous, knowledgeable, friendly and had great taste in music. He made the experience joyful. I highly recommend.
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Alyssa_w
Jul 13, 2025
Definitely Go on this Tour - This tour and the tour guide were fantastic. The tour guide was knowledgeable, entertaining, played great music, and always made sure we were comfortable and having fun. He even speaks 8 languages!
We visited some of the most beautiful places in the Grand Canyon (places that most tourists don't know about). We also went to some other hidden gems. I highly recommend this tour.
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Jenettey2024
Jul 11, 2025
Great service. - Our tour guide, Mark H, is great. He is very knowledgable about all of the places we visited. He is very nice and accommodating. We received great service. Thanks Mark.
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Alikat511
Jul 8, 2025
Great Tour, even with jet lag - Had a great tour today. Han was very knowledgeable and inclusive of everyone. The pictures you see of the Grand Canyon don’t do it justice and I would highly recommend this tour. It’s a must do!
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Ayana_c
Jul 3, 2025
Awesome experience - This was a seamless, fun, and chill experience. No issues no problems, great tour guide. He talked just enough. I learned new things. Mark H is well studied and knows his stuff.
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Lisa_p
Aug 11, 2025
Worth The Cost (Repeat Customer) - It’s a BUMPY ride even in the newer van we had. Weird no pockets or cup holders on the seats? A vehicle designed for road trips? I thought it would have been nice to introduce ourselves, where from, etc in the very beginning of the trip. It would have created some comraderie from the start within our group. Also he never solicited questions from the group. His monologue was okay. I’ve had drivers with a bit more personality but that didn’t really affect the experience. One passenger was late getting back to the van EVERYTIME we stopped and the driver did not handle it well. At one point you could tell he was mad because he drove too fast and passed unsafely twice. I’m not certain of policy but she should have gotten a warning or something for inconveniencing everyone.
He took us to good stops and we got plenty of pics and had about the right amount of time at each place. You are allowed to bring snacks/drinks and I recommend it. Stops up are few and quick and you don’t want everyone else waiting on you! Once you get to the rim, there are several food options but they take time away from your short visit there. Plan accordingly.
This was our third trip to GC with Detours and I would recommend it. It is worth the price to have someone else drive and go directly to the best spots. Not needing to park every time is huge!
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