Small Group Antelope Canyon Day Trip from Phoenix
Description
Hidden for centuries beneath Native soil, nature has built a cathedral for herself: a slot canyon still unsurpassed in its beauty, the perfect symphony of sand, stone and light, layered marble colored rock that is distinctly unique. In additional exploring Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, you will continue on your journey and visit Horseshoe Bend. A short hike takes you to the most captivating curve the Colorado River has carved out on his 1400 mile journey from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf of California. At this sheer 1000ft drop, framed by massive canyon walls, the emerald green sparkly reflections of this ancient stream will surely take your breath away. Enjoy a local eatery in Page as well as a Navajo Trading Post along the day's route!
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Itinerary
From the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, our route takes us through the Sonoran Desert up into the picturesque mountain town of Flagstaff. This historic Route 66 town lies at the base of the largest mountain range in Arizona, the San Francisco Peaks, which we will be able to gaze upon as we continue to travel north to the Lake Powell region. Please note, Flagstaff has an elevation of 7,000 feet so take note if you have concerns about altitude.
Along our way, we will enjoy a visit to a Navajo Trading Post and explore Navajo culture and their intricate crafts.
Upon arrival to Page, Arizona, we will begin our tour of spectacular Lower Antelope Canyon. Here we will tour Lower Antelope Canyon with a local Navajo guide who will lead you through the amazing natural formations of this world-famous slot canyon. The photo opportunities will be second to none! In addition to touring Lower Antelope Canyon, we also include photo stops of Lake Powell before stopping for a group lunch in Page at one of their unique eateries.
See views of Lake Powell and then spend time in Page for lunch.
After our time in Antelope Canyon and Page, we will embark upon a scenic one-mile walk to Horseshoe Bend Overlook which is highlighted by awe-inspiring views into this deeply carved channel and the Colorado River below. Photos from the edge of this natural beauty are widespread across the world and are nothing short of amazing.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please note: This tour picks up between 5-6am and returns between 7:30-8:30pm. We do not pick up at private residences and WE DO NOT GUARANTEE PICK UP AT ALL HOTELS EVEN IF YOUR HOTEL IS ON THE LIST. There may be a chance you'll need to meet at an alternate location. If need be, the supplier will determine a location you can meet to be picked up for your excursion. Tour supplier contact details will be provided on your pre-paid voucher.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- To participate in this tour, guests must be able to perform the following movements: For Antelope Canyon – Can you walk on slanted, uneven sandstone and loose sand? Can you climb up and down steep metal ladders/stairs – some with railings? Antelope Canyon is not strenuous but does require agility, balance and grip. For Horseshoe Bend – Visiting this overlook requires a 1.5 mile round trip walk on a dirt path with no shade. *Additional notes for Antelope Canyon – Service animals are not allowed, purses/backpacks are not allowed, tripods are not allowed, hiking poles are not allowed.
- This tour picks up between 5-6am and returns between 7-8pm
- 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
- 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.
- You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.
- There is NOT a restroom on the van. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.
- In rare occasions, Lower Antelope will close due to unforeseen weather events. Although we closely monitor the weather, sometimes the closure is beyond our control and happens last minute. If this occurs, we will try to get tickets for UPPER Antelope but this will incur an additional fee of up to $60/person. You will be able to opt out of the Antelope portion if you do not wish to pay this extra fee but you will NOT be refunded for the overall tour, except for the $73/person Lower Antelope ticket.
Reviews(139)
Awesome tour! Guide was fun, knowledgeable and extremely courteous. Loved it!
Mark H. was an excellent tour guide! He was extremely informative, fun, entertaining and much more. Mark was also very charismatic, patient and good with keeping time. I would definitely book with him again.
It’s very beautiful! . You must do this. The horseshoe bend is so massive it doesn’t look real. And lower antelope canyon is absolutely incredible. The ride there is long but you see so many types of landscapes along the way. it’s definitely worth it, and makes the time go by fast. Mark was a great tour guide, and is very knowledgeable. It was a great experience for my team, here for a business conference.
We loved our tour of Horshoe Bend and Lower Antelope Canyon! Hyun (Haan like Haan Solo) was an awesome tour guide! He had great information and knowledge of the area and also great driving skills! It was a long day but would do it again! The Pennsylvanians
Had a great time with family. Mark H was awesome and took care of eveything and very knowledgeable. We really loved thetrip. Unforgettable experience and beauty of Antelope and horse shoe bend. One of family's best tours. Thanks to Vicoria for taking care of tour schedule.
This tour was beyond anything I imagined! Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend are absolutely breathtaking on their own, but what truly made the day unforgettable was our tour guide, Mark. From the moment we hopped on the bus, he set the tone with his warm personality, fun sense of humour, and genuinely impressive knowledge of the area. Highly recommend this tour!
This tour was beyond anything I imagined! Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend are absolutely breathtaking on their own, but what truly made the day unforgettable was our tour guide, Mark. From the moment we hopped on the bus, he set the tone with his warm personality, fun sense of humor, and genuinely impressive knowledge of the area. Lovely family owned business. Highly recommend.
Hyan was a great tour guide. Amazing experience and thorough explanation . Very safe drive! And lots of humor. Horseshoe bend and antelope canyon were amazing
This was an incredible experience, although we launched from Scottsdale not Phoenix. The vehicle was very comfortable with a tinted sky dome so you could see out from the roof area as well as the side windows. There was room to stand so no hunching to get in or out at our various stops. Seats were very comfortable. Our driver Hahn was informative and made sure we were comfortable including frequent bathroom stops, even without asking! We so appreciated his calm demeanor on this long travel day. The canyons were magnificent, this was truly one of the best tours my husband and I have ever been on. Thank you so much for an incredible experience that we are still talking about!
This was my second tour with this company. I loved the first tour so much I knew I had to go with them again! I find the small group tour much more desirable where you get to really know your companions and tour guide. The vehicle is very comfortable and all the seats provide a great view of the scenery. The tour guide, Hyun, was very knowledgeable, kept us entertained with interesting information, and took a lot of photos of us at his favorite spots. The Antelope Canyon was as incredible as it seems in all the pictures and Horseshoe Bend was an amazing sight. I never felt rushed by Hyun and this tour was outstanding. I really appreciated that due to an accident on the highway, I was picked up later than expected and Hyun kept me well informed of this. I would definitely take another tour with this company.
