Grand Canyon tours from Sedona & Flagstaff
Nature & Wildlife, Tip - Transport, Tip - What to See & Do, Walking / Hiking
The Grand Canyon needs no introduction: considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world, it ranks highly on just about every traveler’s wish list. And with a range of different tour options, you can see exactly what you want, when you want.
But first, you have to get there. The nearest major center is Flagstaff, Arizona, and while the city has its own small airport, you’re more likely to fly into Las Vegas or Phoenix, both of which are a considerable drive from the canyon. Therefore many choose to use Flagstaff or the red rock city of Sedona as their base for exploring the region. From Flagstaff the south rim of the Grand Canyon is around 90 miles (145 kilometers) away and takes less than two hours by road; from Sedona add about half an hour.
Excellent way to see the Grand Canyon from various viewpoints. The train trip option was fun, but slow, even with the occasional entertainment. A good way to see the area though. Our tour guide, Joe, is a geology buff and was extremely knowledgeable about how the entire area from Sedona to the South Rim came into existence and how it evolved over the several millions of years. Very educational, and a great way to spend a full day.
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This was a very nice trip...wll organized, driver/tour guide shared lots of interesting information about the area. The bus/van could have been more comfortable, but I would certainly take another tour!
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The trip was great. The tour guide Dave very professional. Five srars
Thank you Dave.
Elizabeth and Kaz
Practical Info
And while a road journey in air-conditioned comfort is the popular choice, why not take a romantic steam train? The Grand Canyon Railroad has been operating for over 100 years and makes a great way to enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace before exploring the canyon itself. Or for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, incorporate a thrilling helicopter ride into your tour. Whichever way you choose, you will get the chance to walk the South Rim before moving onto the East Rim, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Painted Desert in the distance, as well as the Colorado River winding its way through the canyon floor way, way below.
Or why not combine your sightseeing with a visit to the traditional villages of the Navajo Indian Reservation to see how the guardians of this natural wonder live? And if you really want to get the most out of your Grand Canyon experience, consider a two-day visit with an overnight stay in a nearby hotel.
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