4-Day Native American Cultures of the Southwest
Duration: 4 days/3 nights (approx.)
Departs from: Phoenix, Arizona
Product code: 3630NACS
Explore Arizona's varied Native American culture on this special tour.
Travel to some of the South West's most beautiful and scenic places! Included in this tour are visits to the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Sedona and the ancient cliff dwellings of Montezuma Castle.
Schedule Details
Native American Cultures of the Southwest
Departure Dates:
Seasonal1 May to 30 September, 2008
Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Departure Point:
Tour departs from most Valley Hotels in Phoenix. Airport pick-up is not available.Departure Time:
- 7:00am
Hotel Pickup:
- Complimentary pick-up service available from most Valley hotels in Phoenix. Please enter the name and address of your hotel at time of booking. If you do not indicate your hotel for pick up at the time of booking, please call the tour operator and advise them of this information directly, at least 48 hours prior to tour date. The contact details for the tour operator will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking.
Itinerary:
Day 1
Travel from Phoenix/Scottsdale to the red rock country of Sedona. This area is well known for its fine Southwestern arts and Native history. On the way, visit Montezuma Castle prehistoric cliff dwellings. This afternoon, experience our newest jeep excursion - "Awakening the Spirit." You will explore American Indian spirituality and the history of the first humans drawn to the area. Hear the creation story of the ancestors who once walked this beautiful land. The experience concludes with a saging ceremony to cleanse and purify body and spirit.
Overnight at Matterhorn Lodge (or equivalent.)
Day 2
Join your tour guide for a visit to Grand Canyon National Park. In addition to its awesome beauty, Grand Canyon has also served as home to many Native American cultures. You'll have time to visit the famed Desert View watchtower, symbolic of ancient Anasazi structures from civilizations long since gone from the area. Later, visit the Navajo Indian Reservation for a stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post.
Overnight in Flagstaff, AZ.
Day 3
Travel to Monument Valley Tribal Park for a scenic off road trip into the heart of the Valley. The towering buttes of this magnificent area have long been the backdrop for Western movies and you'll see them up close with your Native American guide. Along the way, visit an authentic hogan, the traditional dwelling of the Navajo people. Return to Flagstaff for your overnight accommodations.
Day 4
Depart Flagstaff for your outbound flights from Phoenix Airport.
$ Pricing Information
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Additional Information
Native American Cultures of the Southwest
© Arizona Office of Tourism
Inclusions:
- 3 Nights Accommodation
- All Admissions
- Jeep Tour
- Monument Valley Excursion
- Transportation
- Guide services
Exclusions:
- Meals
- Gratuities (optional)
- Optional tours
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- All the vans are fully climate controlled
- Child rates apply when the child is sharing a room with adults. There is a maximum of 4 people sharing a room
- Casual, comfortable clothing is suggested (shorts, jeans, comfortable shoes)
- Remember that the Grand Canyon is 20-25 degrees cooler than Phoenix, so layered clothing is suggested for winter months
- Please limit luggage to carry-on size only. Any bags larger than 9" x 14" x 22" should be left with your hotel
- Vans are able to accommodate a collapsible wheelchair
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
