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Grand Canyon Tour: Arizona's Scenic Beauty
4.8
2,189 Ratings
Phoenix
Embark on a thrilling day trip from Phoenix-Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon and Sedona’s Red Rocks. Explore Arizona’s wonders with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy small-group or private tours.
Embark on a thrilling day trip from Phoenix-Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon and Sedona’s Red Rocks. Explore Arizona’s wonders with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy small-group or private tours.
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Phoenix - After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of…
- Phoenix - After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine Forest, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup (select hotels)
- Transport by air-conditioned van with high ceilings and captain’s chair seating
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Fuel surcharges included
- Small-group tour (up to 13 passengers)
- Hotel pickup (select hotels)
- Transport by air-conditioned van with high ceilings and captain’s chair seating
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Fuel surcharges included
- Small-group tour (up to 13 passengers)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this small-group or private day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon, and experience Sedona’s Red Rocks on a full-day trip. Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the small-group tour limited to…
Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this small-group or private day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon, and experience Sedona’s Red Rocks on a full-day trip. Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the small-group tour limited to just 13 people in our custom van with high ceilings allowing for standing - OR - a luxury SUV for private groups.
- DETOURS American West is not responsible for road or viewing conditions due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- 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.
- The Grand Canyon South Rim is a 7,000 foot elevation, please note this if you have concerns about altitude.
- There is NOT a restroom on the van. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.
- You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.
- 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
- 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
Phoenix
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
(2189 Ratings)
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Debra_c
May 5, 2025
Grand Canyon from Phoenix - Tracey was magnificent!!! He made sure we were always comfortable. He always asked if it was too hot too cold etc. he cares about people and his job!
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Arthur_c
May 4, 2025
Phoenix to Grand Canyon & Sedona: The Best Way to See It All - Our experience on the private Grand Canyon and Sedona tour was excellent. They picked us up at our hotel on time and dropped us off as scheduled. The itinerary for the entire trip was clearly explained to us. The van was air-conditioned, and we were very comfortable while traveling. The oversized windows allowed us to maximize our views while driving. Our tour guide shared interesting facts throughout the journey. We had plenty of time to enjoy the breathtaking views at the Grand Canyon, and we loved the shopping in Sedona (the views there were amazing!). You will not be disappointed with this excursion.
Thank you, Uncle Vincent, our tour guide! ;)
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Drr4466en
May 4, 2025
Best in the West! - We’ve done 4 excursions in AZ with Detours and they always exceed expectations. Always on time, safe and professional guides with a wealth of knowledge on the areas. Great communication all around. Highly recommend and we will definitely use them again when out west.
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Brooke
May 1, 2025
Grand Canyon visit - Really amazing experience, very knowledgeable tour guide. Over all had a really great time, all the stops were timed really good , had more then enough time to enjoy the Grand Canyon
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Quest795959
Apr 30, 2025
Unforgettable Grand Canyon tour – book it! - I did this Grand Canyon tour last Tuesday and absolutely loved it. From the start, our guide Mark H set a warm and friendly tone — he was not only funny but also incredibly knowledgeable about the history and geography of the region. His commentary added real depth to the experience and made the day feel like so much more than just ticking a national park off my bucket list.
The tour bus was small, but comfortable and spacious. As a solo traveler, I sat up front and enjoyed amazing views on the drive north. The air conditioning was great, and Mark checked in with us regularly to make sure everyone was comfortable.
Seeing the Grand Canyon in person was incredible. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect — but the scale and beauty of it blew me away. Mark took us to multiple viewpoints for photos, and there was also the option to walk part of the Rim Trail to the village. I chose to do the walk (about 40 minutes with lots of photo stops), while others took the bus and had a sit-down lunch. I grabbed a quick sandwich and enjoyed the view.
The drive back was scenic and relaxed. We stopped in Sedona for a short walk around town and visited Bell Rock, one of the area’s well-known vortices. After a big day (starting at 5:20am!), I appreciated the chance to rest on the drive home and got back around 7:30pm.
I can’t recommend this tour enough. It was informative, well-paced, and enjoyable. As a woman travelling alone, I felt totally comfortable and safe the entire time. Mark was a fantastic guide, and I also really enjoyed meeting the other travelers on the tour.
If you’re thinking about booking a Grand Canyon tour, take this as your sign — go for it!
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Jillianne_s
Apr 29, 2025
Perfect for 1st trip to the canyon - This was my first time to the south rim so it was perfect. Going with a tour guide who could point out some of the good hiking areas and he was very knowledgeable about the history, both factual and anecdotal. It was comfortable for a solo trip. there were three others also going solo. I would have liked more time at the canyon to explore and maybe do a short hike for those wanting to go to Sedona for the first time I recommend a trip that only does Sedona. The tour only spends an hour there and it is way too short to really Enjoy all Sedona has to offer. I didn't mind cause I had already been there several times overall great trip great tour guide great people on the trip. It was a lot of fun.
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Sluggerc
Apr 25, 2025
I learned so much on this tour - Fantastic full day tour with a stop in the delightful and beautiful Oak Creek area near Sedona. Our guide Han was fun and full of facts and trivia and he really built up the anticipation for the big 'reveal' at the Grand Canyon 😄. The communication with the company was easy and I really recommend the tour. Oh yeah, the Grand Canyon was wayyyyy more impressive than 'grand'!!!
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Climber781722
Apr 25, 2025
Wow! Pictures don’t do it justice. - So grateful I got to experience this very special place. I took so many photos, met some lovely folks from my tour, and Sam our knowledgeable tour guide did an amazing job, and got to learn so much about the area. I would highly recommend.
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Parentcp
Apr 24, 2025
We were hesitant if we should rent a car and drive instead. So grateful we did not! - We were not expecting the incredible drivers and guides, Mark and Bruce! (We stayed overnight within the Grand Canyon Village) They were absolutely terrific and made this a trip of a lifetime! We have visited Arizona before and rented a car to explore the sights. This trip was much more informative, fun, local, and relaxing! We were so grateful to have fabulous drivers/guides!
We had a lot of rain and also snow. Roads were not easy to navigate, but Brue drove with care and patience. He also drove us to our hotel, which was not on his list. He went out of his way to drop us off and provide us with valuable feedback on our hotel and its location. We would never have known the park and festival near the hotel.
The Overnight stay in the Grand Canyon is a must! Mark allowed us extra time to customize our trip and also had direct knowledge of which entrance to choose for less wait times. Mark also escorted us to the hotel lobby to confirm we were in good hands and had a smooth check-in. The drive was over 5 hours, but both guides were excellent in keeping the passengers entertained or speaking softly when we were drifting off to sleep. It was perfectly timed, and we had access to water, washrooms, lunch breaks, and more. We were also welcome to eat our snacks and other items during the drive. The other guests were lovely, and it was nice meeting new people from different parts of the world.
Would use Detours again- memories of a lifetime!
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935nicolee
Apr 23, 2025
We absolutely loved this tour! - This was an incredible tour! Our guide Vincent was personable and had a tremendous sense of humor while sharing so many interesting facts about Arizona! Our 14yr old complimented Vincent on what a “great driver” he was! Vincent was accommodating and flexible (including when we needed a bit of extra time at a stop or if we wanted to consider deviating a bit from the planned itinerary). We highly recommend this tour and this tour guide!
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