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Monument Valley: Navajo Cultural Experience
4.8
44 Ratings
Navajo County
Embark on a captivating journey through Mystery Valley, where you’ll immerse yourself in the rich Navajo culture and traditions. Join our authentic tour led by knowledgeable Navajo guides for an unforgettable experience.
Embark on a captivating journey through Mystery Valley, where you’ll immerse yourself in the rich Navajo culture and traditions. Join our authentic tour led by knowledgeable Navajo guides for an unforgettable experience.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park - The pick-up and drop-off point is at the Navajo Tribal Park Visitor Center. At the west end of the large paved parking lot, there is a turquoise tour booth where your guide will meet you. Restrooms and a water fountain are available in the visitor center. Please use the facilities before the tour and bring some…
- Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park - The pick-up and drop-off point is at the Navajo Tribal Park Visitor Center. At the west end of the large paved parking lot, there is a turquoise tour booth where your guide will meet you. Restrooms and a water fountain are available in the visitor center. Please use the facilities before the tour and bring some water. Consider bringing a jacket, face mask, and closed-toe shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Thank you.
- Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park - All tours begin and end at this location. At the west end of the large paved parking lot, there is a turquoise tour booth where you will meet your guide.
What's Included
- Mystery Valley is part of the Tribal Park, so it is permitted to pay park entrance fee.
- Navajo Guides
- We have guides that live locally & also live in close surrounding areas of Monument Valley.
- Mystery Valley is part of the Tribal Park, so it is permitted to pay park entrance fee.
- Navajo Guides
- We have guides that live locally & also live in close surrounding areas of Monument Valley.
What's Not Included
- I’m sorry but there are NO FACILITIES available while on tour in Mystery Valley.
- Park Entrance fee is NOT included with tour price. It is separate from the tour price.
- Gratuities
- Gratuity is greatly appreciated for your guides, most guides make a living of doing tours.
- I’m sorry but there are NO FACILITIES available while on tour in Mystery Valley.
- Park Entrance fee is NOT included with tour price. It is separate from the tour price.
- Gratuities
- Gratuity is greatly appreciated for your guides, most guides make a living of doing tours.
Additional Information
The Monument Valley Tribal Park is home to the Bit’ah’nii’ clan, who have resided here for countless generations. The Operator is committed to providing visitors with an exceptional experience during their stay in this cherished homeland. All drivers are proud Navajo, residing in Monument Valley and its nearby regions. They are eager to share their rich…
The Monument Valley Tribal Park is home to the Bit’ah’nii’ clan, who have resided here for countless generations. The Operator is committed to providing visitors with an exceptional experience during their stay in this cherished homeland. All drivers are proud Navajo, residing in Monument Valley and its nearby regions. They are eager to share their rich stories and culture with guests.
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!! Please be advised that Monument Valley honors Daylight Savings Time. We use Mountain Daylight Saving Time. (MDT) When we are on daylight savings time we are 1hr ahead of Arizona time, when we are off daylight savings time we are the same time as Arizona time. If you are not sure about what time we are on, you can call or txt me. Please make sure you are using the correct time zone for your scheduled tours. If you show up an hour late for your tour, we cannot guarantee a rescheduling of your tour, so please be aware of the time differences.
- Please put contact information on your reservation, preferably a phone number we can reach you at when you are traveling. A working phone number is very important, we may need to contact you about your reservation the day before or the day of your tour. If there is a way you can put your email in please do so. Having both forms of contact information included with your reservation helps with communicating with you. Communicating with us about your tour is appreciated. To help make contacting you easier you can send me your email via message on the Viator reservation website. Thank you for your understanding.
- Navajo Nation Park Entrance fee is not included with the price of the tour. You can either purchase the park entrance fee separately online or you can purchase a ticket at the toll booth at the entrance of the park or at the Welcome Center. If you pre purchase a ticket it well help getting pass the toll booth faster.
- The PickUp location is NOT at the Welcome Center that is by the round about. The Navajo Tribal Park Visitor Center is 3-4 miles East of the Welcome Center. If you need help locating the PickUp location or you are running late call or txt me so I can assist you. I can help with sending you a pin for the exact location of the turquoise tour booth.
- Please be advised that we have a 2 person minimum occupancy for all tours. If you have any questions about the 2 person minimum occupancy call us. If you are a single traveler sometimes we have tours already scheduled to go out for a tour that we can schedule you in with, if we do not have a tour scheduled for the day or tour you are requesting, you may have to purchase a second ticket. We do our best to work with single travelers so please call before you make a reservation to see what tours we have available for you.
- We are a pet friendly company, if you have questions for a pet friendly tour please go to our main website. All information and tours for pet friendly tours are only available on our website.
- During the summer it does get hot here so when booking a tour keep that in mind. Check weather conditions and temperatures when booking your tour. Make sure to dress accordingly for the tour. Wearing sandals during the summer is not recommended, the sand and rocks do get hot.
- Please be advised that during winter hours we do not have some evening tours available. Please double check tour times with sunset time. We do not want to take you out on a late tour. Winter time we have shorter days so Sunset times are around 5-6pm. If you reserve a tour that starts at 5pm, you well have a very short time of daylight and the rest of your tour well be in the dark.
- Keep weather temperatures in mind when booking a tour. It does get hot here during the summer and it does get cold here during the winter. If you do not mind the heat we well do the tour, if you do not mind the cold we well do the tour but please be prepared and dress accordingly to the weather. Winter time we do have blankets available for open air trucks and we also have enclosed vehicles for some tours. When there is no enclosed available we well have you set in the front seat of the open with your guide.
- If you want an enclosed vehicle please let us know ahead of time so we can do what we can to work with you.
- During the summer it does get hot here so when booking a tour keep that in mind. Check weather conditions and temperatures when booking your tour. Make sure to dress accordingly for the tour. Wearing sandals during the summer is not recommended, the sand and rocks do get hot.
Location
Monument Valley
Monument Valley Visitor Center parking lot. On the West side of the paved parking lot, you will see a little turquoise booth/kiosk. Here is where you will meet your tour guide. If you need help please call or txt us at 602-327-2472. I can send you a pin of the exact location via txt message.
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
(44 Ratings)
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Sriram_c
Apr 4, 2026
"No outsiders here"—Unraveling Mystery Valley's Secrets Through Navajo Eyes - If you are visiting Monument Valley, do not miss the Mystery Valley tour with Three Sister Navajo Guided Tours. It is important to know that you cannot enter Mystery Valley on your own; you must be accompanied by a guide to access this area. This tour is a great way to visit these protected sites and truly experience the soul of the landscape. Taking a tour guided by a Navajo person and owned by Navajo entrepreneurs is also a great way to support people who live in the Park or nearby in very basic conditions in order to stay true to their land and ancestors.
We took the 9 AM Mystery Valley tour (3.5–4 hours) and, it being the off-season, we were the only two people on the tour. Having Mystery Valley pretty much to ourselves—seeing only one other tour heading in as we were leaving—made the experience feel incredibly intimate.
Our guide, Amory, was excellent. As a Navajo man whose family has lived on this land for generations, he provided a connection to the valley that made all the difference. Despite it being a tour of just two people, Amory showed absolutely no hurry or reduced interest. He took the time to sit with us and give detailed explanations after every stop, sharing profound insights into both ancient life and the current state of the Navajo people. He was also very diligent about safety, checking for things like rattlesnakes before we explored the sites.
Beyond the history, Amory made sure we got great pictures, even sharing "photography tricks" at the most breathtaking sights to make the memories even more special. Seeing the pottery shards, storage areas, and especially the petroglyphs through his eyes was remarkable. The petroglyphs themselves are beautiful and mysterious; reaching us from ancient times, they clearly served both practical and deeply symbolic purposes for the people who once lived here. It was remarkable to stand there and imagine how the ancients' life in this magnificent, stark habitat might have been.
A quick logistical note: The tour starts at the Monument Valley Visitor's Center parking lot. Even if your pickup directions on Viator indicate a spot within the Monument Valley Scenic Drive, meet your guide at the Visitor's Center parking lot.
The highlight of the trip was Amory's closing words. He told us he was happy we were interested in his ancestors' way of life and that we were always welcome back because, as he put it, "there are no outsiders here—everyone is welcome". It felt less like a "tour" and more like a privileged look into a living culture. This was easily the most meaningful part of our trip. Take the Three Sister Mystery Valley tour and ask for Amory! Highly recommended!
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Meander629540
Mar 23, 2026
Special tour - Loved learning about the Navaho culture from someone who really knows! This behind the scenes trip was so special. We only saw one other group - very different than the long lines of cars in other places.
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Francine_b
Feb 27, 2026
Beauty and Mystery - It was wonderful to have a private tour. Our guide was so interesting and informative and we really appreciated the sense of interconnection. The geology was amazing but our favorite part was seeing petroglyphs.
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Zuhairac
Nov 9, 2025
Fun and educational with Amory. - My husband and I booked a private tour with Three Sister Navajo Guided Tour company. Amory was an excellent guide and representative of his heritage. We so enjoyed his stories and knowledge of the areas and formations we were shown. He was entertaining with his knowledge and whit.
I recommend Amory with Three Sister Navajo Tour Company
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Jillwest7
Oct 19, 2025
Highly recommend this company and tour! - Fabulous tour! We just returned from our Mystery Valley tour with our outstanding guide, Amory. We enjoyed the beautiful views, and very insightful historical context and commentary. Amory was able to share personal stories from past generations in his family. The landscape was amazing even after our recent visits to Monument Valley and Arches National Park. Viewing the pictographs and petroglyphs was incredible. In addition to being interesting, fun, and informative, Amory is an excellent photographer. He took a number of great photos including the one I'll share here.
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L885wttb
Oct 13, 2025
Terrific Tour, Superb Guide! - Our Mystery Valley tour with guide Amory was the highlight of our very busy week exploring Four Corners redrock country. Amory shared his personal experiences of growing up on the Navajo Reservation among these thousand year-old ruins in stunning Monument Valley. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him, and hope to see Amory again. We recommend him without reservation to all travelers looking for a unique experience in Monument Valley. Thank you, Amory!
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David_y
Sep 12, 2025
Back country scenery not available elsewhere - This was a personalized tour with just my wife and I. It was in an open air 4wd truck. Our guide was Vernon, a Navajo raised in Monument Valley and whose relatives live in Mystery Valley which he roamed as a child. Very historical perspective. The scenery and views were not something available on the public tours or self guided tours. Vernon was excellent!
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Kathywj3107ft
Apr 4, 2026
Great tour Good company. - The tour was great we saw lots of petroglyphs and stone houses of the Anasazi, they let us bring the dogs which was the reason I chose this company. The flowers were in bloom and it was breathtaking. The only thing I wish was that the tour guide (who was very nice and capable) would have had a little more knowledge and facts about the area and would have been a little more talkative. He did know where to go and the names of the rock monuments but he did not elaborate on much else.
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Lynda_j
Aug 10, 2025
Mystery in Monument - It was good, except our guide may of been a bit deaf and so words we couldn’t understand. He was a lovely old man!
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Timothy_h
Oct 3, 2025
Soaked on highway - We booked the Mystery Valley Tour as part of three tours in Monument Valley, and this one turned out to be the most challenging—mainly because of the weather. On the way back, we got caught in a rainstorm. Unfortunately, the jeep had no rain protection, and at 30–40 mph on the highway, all four of us in the vehicle were soaked. This part was very uncomfortable and disappointing, especially since I had given advance notice about our booking and would have expected better preparation for possible weather conditions.
That said, the driver was cordial and knowledgeable, and he did take us to some unique and fascinating sites that we wouldn’t have seen otherwise. The cultural and scenic aspects of the tour were worthwhile.
Overall, it was a good experience with a major drawback due to the lack of rain protection. If this happens again, I would hope Viator and the operator consider offering a partial refund or at least a solution for guest comfort.
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