Day Trips & Excursions in Arizona

Take a sunset walk along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Watch the vivid colors set the sky ablaze as evening descends over the vast canyon. This 10-hour excursion departs around midday from Flagstaff and includes outstanding overlooks, a stop at the Cameron Trading Post, and dinner at the historic Bright Angel Lodge. The photo ops are endless.

Take an evening ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad during this "starlight" experience. You'll travel through Verde Valley, between two national forests, and along the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness to admire the high desert scenery, geological features, wildlife, and archaeological relics of the Sinagua people. Enjoy first-class seating on the train, which departs from Clarkdale.

Visit Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on a 10-hour tour from Flagstaff, and spend the day exploring high mesas, towering buttes, and a spectacular desert landscape. Travel the Loop Road through the heart of Monument Valley, take in panoramic views from John Ford Point, and learn about Navajo history and culture along the way. This full-day Monument Valley tour includes pickup and drop-off in Flagstaff, entrance fees, and lunch, and it's limited to 14 people for personal service.

Enjoy a 4-hour sightseeing journey by train aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad, which glides through the beautiful wilderness of the American Southwest near Sedona. Nibble light refreshments while traveling on the Verde Canyon Railroad through Arizona's desert. Ride in a vintage train car or open-air viewing car to get a great perspective on the region's natural and cultural treasures. See ancient cliff dwellings built by the Native American Sinagua people, historic mining sites and more as your train cruises along a route that follows the Verde River.

Explore the features of Grand Canyon National Park on this informative day trip from Flagstaff. Discover the South Rim at Yavapai Point, venture through Grand Canyon Village, and snap pics at the Lipan Point overlook. This popular excursion takes you on a scenic drive via the Navajo Nation and makes a stop at the Cameron Trading Post. Lunch at Maswik Lodge is included.

Pack in a full itinerary to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on this day trip from Sedona, with the option to upgrade your experience with a helicopter flight over the famous canyon. Your guide makes stops at the Navajo Nation and Cameron Trading Post as well as scenic overlooks at the Painted Desert cliffs, Little Colorado River Gorge, and Desert View Drive. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport is provided.

Discover Monument Valley and its iconic features on this daylong excursion from Flagstaff. You'll see why the red rock formations have served as the backdrop for countless movies, including John Wayne films. Get up close on a guided tour, including the Navajo Nation reservation and a historic trading post. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

No trip to Arizona is complete without seeing the Grand Canyon, whose beauty is well worth the 90 minute drive from Flagstaff. Travel on a guided 10-hour group tour to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, learning about about the landscape as you go and avoiding the hassle of fees and parking in one of the United States' most popular National Parks. Stop along the way to view famous landmarks, eat dinner, and catch the sunset.

No trip to Arizona is complete without seeing the Grand Canyon, whose beauty is well worth the 2-hour drive from Sedona. See the Canyon and gain insight into the local culture and landscape on this guided 12-hour group tour, including stops at Sunset Crater and the Pueblo ruins at Wupatki National Monument. Dinner, guided narration, and roundtrip transportation are included on this comprehensive excursion.

While visiting Phoenix, travel back to the Old West during a full-day tour along the Apache Trail. Your informative and entertaining guide takes you through the Sonoran Desert to Goldfield, a once-bustling mining outpost that has become a ghost town loaded with 19th-century artifacts and attractions. Admire the beauty of Canyon Lake during a 90-minute steamboat cruise, and visit the quirky town of Tortilla Flat. You'll experience the history and natural beauty of Arizona during this fascinating 8-hour tour.

Get off the tourist track at the Grand Canyon thanks to this adventurous 12-hour trek along the South Rim trail with naturalist guide. Travel 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) into this grand natural wonder, enjoying fantastic views and an included snack at a scenic picnic site. You'll finish your successful hike with an included lunch at Maswik Lodge back at the top.

Explore Monument Valley and its iconic features on this daylong excursion from Sedona. You'll see why the desert formations have served as the backdrop for countless John Wayne films. Get up close on a guided tour, including the Navajo Nation reservation and a historic trading post. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.