Day Trips from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park

Explore Grand Canyon National Park and the canyon's South Rim on this full-day tour from Flagstaff. While you travel, listen to engaging commentary from your guide, take in the scenery, and keep watch for mule deer and California condors. Walk a bit of the Rim Trail for up-close views of the natural rock formations. Midday, stop for lunch at a local Navajo country restaurant that serves Mexican, American, and Navajo dishes. Entrance fees and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Explore the Grand Canyon and other top attractions on a full-day tour from Flagstaff. Visit Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Wupatki National Monument, and the Cameron Trading Post to learn about Arizona's Native American tribes and natural history. Continue to the Grand Canyon and soak in its majestic beauty from several lookout points on the South Rim. Includes lunch, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Make the most out of your time at the Grand Canyon by taking this full-day small-group hiking tour from Flagstaff. Get picked up at your Flagstaff hotel and then journey to this natural wonder of the world. Once there, travel along the rim of the Grand Canyon as the guide explains the geology of the area. Have lunch at incredible Native-American ruins and do an optional stop at an old Navajo trading post.

Spend a day exploring the Grand Canyon's Inner Gorge on a full-day excursion from Flagstaff—ideal for travelers of all ages and physical conditions. With this tour, save time searching for parking or waiting in the visitor center’s long lines, and journey 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) to the bottom of the canyon in an air-conditioned, off-road vehicle. This leaves just enough time for lunch at the river’s edge.

The Grand Canyon is one of the Natural World Wonders and for good reason. Discover the south rim of this stunning location on a full-day tour from Williams, Arizona. Alongside a small group, stop at several viewpoints and learn about the history, geology, and ecology of the national park. You may even get the chance to see the California condor—America’s largest bird.

Private Grand Canyon tour in a luxury SUV with an expert local guide. Secluded vistas away from the crowds. Fantastic lunch in a historic lodge where Teddy Roosevelt once frequented!

Add a thrilling outdoor adventure to any Las Vegas or Flagstaff vacation with this guided whitewater rafting trip down the Colorado River. Take a road trip to Peach Springs, Arizona, home of the Hualapai Indians at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Then, challenge the mighty Colorado River’s varied rapids on a 40-mile (64-kilometer) journey through the canyon, taking a side hike to a travertine waterfall along the way. Boxed lunch is included, and an optional hotel pickup and drop-off is available to purchase.

Relax in comfort on this small group guided driving tour of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon from Flagstaff. You’ll have multiple stops along the way, including the Navajo Trading Post at Cameron. There will be a stop for lunch (at your own expense), and plenty of places to stop for photos. Plus your guide will fill you up with details about what you see.

Visit the Grand Canyon on a full-day tour from Flagstaff. Stop at viewpoints along the South Rim drive including Grand Canyon Village, Yavapai Point, Lipan Point, and Desert View Watchtower. On the return to Flagstaff, spend time at the Cameron Trading Post, which carries art work and handicrafts made by Native American artists. Includes entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

If you’re looking to explore the Grand Canyon without a massive tour group while on a budget, this Grand Canyon National Park South Rim Self-Guided Audio Tour is a great choice. This experience is easy to download on your smartphone and can be played offline using your phone's GPS. Follow the 23-mile (37-kilometer) route through the national park’s South Rim and listen to the awesome commentary as you drive.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon South Rim on our GPS audio driving tour. Explore in the comfort of your own vehicle while you take in breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon's South Rim. Make stops along the way at hikes, overlooks, and historic sites! Our expert audio guide will share insights into the history and geology of this awe-inspiring natural wonder as your drive - it's like having a personal guide through your smartphone! You'll have plenty of opportunities to get out of the car and explore the South Rim! With Shaka Guide, you'll have the freedom to explore on your terms. Just pause the app and go. When you get back in the car the tour will pick up where you left off! This tour combines education, exploration, and adventure for an unforgettable experience.

While the Grand Canyon is beautiful on its own, it takes on a whole new life during sunset. Watch the sky change colors and grace the canyon with its golden light on this sunset tour from Flagstaff. Enjoy a full–day excursion to the canyon’s top landmarks including Desert View Watchtower and the Cameron Trading Post. Then, conclude with a delicious dinner in Grand Canyon village with uninterrupted views of the sunset.

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 private excursion departs from Flagstaff in the afternoon and includes outstanding overlooks, a stop at the Cameron Trading Post, and dinner at Grand Canyon Village.

Enjoy varied views of the Grand Canyon, from the inside and out, on this private hiking and sightseeing tour of the South Rim. Take a short hike down the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point before getting in a van and traveling to various viewpoints around the Rim, such as Mather Point, Grandview Point, Moran Point, Tusayan Ruins, and Desert View Watchtower.

Experience the natural wonders of the Grand Canyon National Park and enjoy magnificent views of the South Rim, the Colorado River, and the desert. On this full-day tour, travel by comfortable, customized van with a private guide, and stop at several different viewpoints, including Mather Point, Grandview Point, and Yavapai Point. A delicious picnic lunch is included for summer tours; winter tours stop for a restaurant lunch (own expense).

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 full-day 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.

Take the stress out of planning your trip to the Grand Canyon by booking this Grand Canyon National Park Private Sightseeing Tour that includes round-trip transport to the South Rim from Flagstaff in comfortable vans. See highlights of the South Rim such as Yavapai Point, Tusayan Pueblo Museum, Desert View Watchtower, and more. Plus, this tour offers a picnic lunch if booked anywhere between March 15 to October 31. Other days, lunch will be at your own expense.

Experience the Grand Canyon in a grand way aboard this railroad excursion to the national park. Join a small group and board your train in Flagstaff for the scenic journey north. Once you arrive at Grand Canyon Village, meet up with your guide and enjoy a tour around the south and east rim, for unparalleled views of the natural monument.

Plan the perfect desert adventure during this full-day excursion combining sightseeing and a scenic boating trip on the Colorado River. Tour the Painted Desert and shop for Native American crafts at Cameron Trading Post. Then board a boat for a scenic Colorado River float, passing below the 1,000-foot (300-meter) tall walls of Glen Canyon, the famous “Balancing Rocks,” and much more.

Experience the Grand Canyon in a grandiose way on a first–class train ride from Flagstaff. Join your guide and small group for a comfortable ride to Grand Canyon Village, with panoramic views of the passing scenery. Then, enjoy tours of the South and East Rims with your guide as well as a stop at Navajo Nation over the course of the day.

Explore the iconic Grand Canyon, along with some of its lesser-known nearby attractions, during this private day trip from Flagstaff. Stroll across an ancient lava flow at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, then visit the 1,500-year-old Pueblo ruin of ‘Wupatki.’ Cap it all off with a visit to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, including plenty of free time for independent exploration.

The mighty Grand Canyon is one the world’s seven natural wonders, but with almost 5 million annual visitors, it can be hard to escape the crowds. This private full-day tour will take you along the South Rim, where you can get back to nature on a scenic hike, then tuck into delicious picnic lunch (included) overlooking the canyon.

Hiking in the Grand Canyon can be challenging without the right support, so make sure you stay on track and avoid getting lost by going with a guide. Go at your own pace as this is a small-group tour, focusing on the South Rim. Hike for about 5 miles (8 kilometers), stopping at dramatic lookout points along the way. This is a family-friendly day hike.

Private Grand Canyon Daily Tours are customized to fit our guests' individual needs! You will travel with your guide from Flagstaff to the south rim in a 2022 Ford Transit Passenger Van. We stop at numerous viewpoints throughout the park, and use a high-powered spotting scope to show our guests up-close views of the Colorado River, whitewater rapids, rock formations, mules, hikers, and wildlife. Your guide will interpret what you are seeing, as well as the geology, history, and native people of the region. We take you to our favorite viewpoints while avoiding the crowds as much as possible! For lunch, guests have the option of a sit-down lunch at the historic El Tovar Dining Room, or a picnic-style lunch provided by Wildflower Bread Company. Lunch is included in the price of the tour. Specialty snacks, drinks and fruit are provided in the vehicle. Please let us know if you have any food allergies and/or medical conditions. We can't wait to show you the wonders of the Grand Canyon!