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Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

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Overview

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13 hours

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Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this small-group or private day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon, and experience Sedona's Red Rocks on a full-day trip. Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes with your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the small-group tour limited to just 13 people in our custom van with high ceilings allowing for standing - OR - a luxury SUV for private groups.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Starting Jan 1st, 2026, the tour supplier is required by law to confirm US or Non-US citizenship which will determine if an additional entry fee is required. For non-US citizens, the tour supplier must collect an additional $100 per person (age 16 or older), payable in advance to the tour supplier.

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.

Wheelchairs and walkers are acceptable as long as they fold up and can be slid into the vehicle. You must let the supplier know if you are bringing either.

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.

The Grand Canyon South Rim is a 7,000 foot elevation, please note this if you have concerns about altitude.

There is NOT a restroom on the van. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.

You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.

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

FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS: Any tours booked after 7:00PM Arizona time the night before the tour date might not be confirmed. You will likely have to meet at another hotel for pick up. Our office will contact you prior to 6:00am on the tour date.

DETOURS American West is not responsible for road or viewing conditions due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Phoenix

After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine Forest, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world.

Admission Not Applicable
2

Sedona

Enjoy a brief visit to the stunning red rocks of Sedona! After a photo stop at Bell Rock, you'll have approximately 30 minutes in Uptown to enjoy the shops and galleries while surrounded by the beautiful views. You'll also experience the scenic drive through Oak Creek Canyon!

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Public Tour - Transport by air-conditioned van with HIGH CEILINGS and captain's chair seating

Bottled water

Professional guide

Hotel pick-up and drop off from select locations only

Fuel surcharge

Entry fees for US Citizens/Residents

Small-group tour (up to 13 passengers)

Gratuities

Lunch

Pick-up and drop off at private residences

Non-US Citizen/Resident Entry Fee

Pickup points

The Scott Resort & Spa

4925 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale United States

Hampton Inn Phoenix/Anthem

42415 N. 41st Drive, Phoenix United States

Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix/Tempe ASU Area

86 S Rockford Dr. Tempe United States

The Westin Kierland Villas, Scottsdale

15620 North Clubgate Drive, Scottsdale United States

Home2 Suites By Hilton Phoenix Airport North

888 North 44th Street Phoenix United States

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley

2550 West Charlotte Drive, Phoenix United States

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix North - Scottsdale By IHG

4575 East Irma Lane Phoenix United States

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Scottsdale Resort

7677 East Princess Boulevard, Scottsdale United States

Embassy Suites By Hilton Scottsdale Resort

5001 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale United States

Sheraton Desert Oasis Villas, Scottsdale

17700 North Hayden Road Scottsdale United States

Options

Small Group Grand Canyon Tour

Small Group Grand Canyon Tour
Pickup included

Private SUV

Luxury SUV
Pickup included

Private Van

Private Van
Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

2,466 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great trip, highly recommend

    mattl131,Apr 4, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    A group of 8 of us, two families, booked a private day tour from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon and Sedona. It exceeded expectations and our guide (Donovan) was top notch. I thought that trying to herd 8 of us of varying ages and “speeds” could frustrate and cause issues, but Donovan rolled with the flow and never made us feel pushed or behind. Always adapting, he made so many great stops on the 13 hour day and had so much knowledge to share. With kids ranging in age from 10-18, all left saying it was an awesome day, which in this day and age of electronics, made the trip well worth it. Hearing my 18 year old son gasp (and use colorful language!) when he saw the Grand Canyon will forever be a memory. As for the van, it was top of the line and made it a super comfortable trip. We made lots of pit stops throughout the day and never felt like we were in the van too long. Overall, if you are in Phoenix and are not sure of how to get to see the Grand Canyon and Sedona, this tour takes care of it all for you.

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  • Small Group Grand Canyon tour with a stop in Sedona. Staff was good to work with.

    Jeffrey M,Apr 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Everyone should make an effort to see the Grand Canyon. The beauty is breathtaking. Mark our tour guide was vey knowledgeable about everything and made sure he got all the information in and to answer your questions. I would recommend this tour guide company to others visiting the area.

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  • Epic experience

    Marlene F,Apr 2, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Mark was a perfect driver and tour guide. He knew the best way to access the Grand Canyon and saved us so much time we would have wasted if we were on our own. Beautiful and scenic rides and great stories and history lessons. Highly recommend this guide and this company.

  • Very nice tour!

    ChrisfromMI,Apr 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We were in Peoria for a week and have never been to the Grand Canyon. We booked this tour through our resort. The bus picked us up at a nearby McDonalds. The group was a total of 13 people in a nice touring van with large windows. Our tour guide was Jordan who was very informative and explained a lot about the area and geography throughout the drive. We stopped every hour for breaks. This is an excellent day tour if you cannot be in Sedona or Grand Canyon for very long. We enjoyed it very much and highly recommend.

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  • Fabulous tour with Mark

    Jeff - Jen R,Mar 30, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    My mom, daughter, and I had a wonderful day exploring the Grand Canyon without any of the usual stress of figuring out parking or hunting for the best viewpoints. Everything was handled for us, which made the whole experience feel care free. Our tour guide, Mark, was truly a character in the best way. I’m pretty sure he talked for the full 12 hours. He had a sharp eye for spotting wildlife, shared interesting facts about the area, and clearly enjoys both his job and meeting new people. He even doubled as the group photographer, making sure everyone got great pictures. We were surprised that Sedona was included, but it turned out to be a really nice bonus, especially since we were too tired to make a separate trip there from Phoenix. The company itself was extremely organized, punctual, and safe from start to finish. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and a memorable day for all of us.

  • Super fun experience.

    Sandra M,Mar 30, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    The tour was great. We had a very nice tour guide who was knowledgeable and friendly. Also, they emailed me with the details of the tour. I didn’t see the email so I didn’t respond. They were nice enough to call me to make sure I had my pick up time. Extra ordinary customer service. We took the ground tour and the helicopter tour. The both were fantastic but the helicopter tour was super cool because we could see the full canyon. As a science teacher it was great to see what teach in person like the fault lines and the sedimentary ricks close up. Fantastic tour I recommend it to anyone going to the Grand Canyon.

  • Rushed Road Trip

    NorthStar56560996438,Mar 29, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    3.00

    Several colleagues have taken same tour with different experiences. Depends on the tour guide and number of pick up locations. Due to reports I had seen and heard I had higher expectations. I was able to get many photos fortunately. Tour guide cut most attractions short, including Grand Canyon and Sedona due to stated time restrictions. Could either shop or have dinner. No separate dinner stop. Appeared to be ill and coughing entire trip. Stated several times he only knew what he had to because of the places advertised and other tour guides were better versed in the history and surroundings. Ride home was scarier than ride there, with bus going about 80 mph and shaking. Fell asleep once but woke to tires off road in gravel. Also bus was not blowing cold air. Instead of turning it down, hot air was blown for entire ride. We were told the bus would be looked at for AC malfunction. Some of us not dropped off where we were picked up again due to “time.” Major inconvenience and not as advertised. The time spent waiting could have gotten us to their destinations. If I were to do again, I would take a tour from Sedona to have more time in the areas of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon national park.

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  • Enjoyable Ride

    Venkatasamy V,Mar 29, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Have excellent experience. The guide/driver is very engaging. Kept the journey live and joyful throughout.

  • Unprofessionalism at its Peak: Avoid This Unreliable Operator

    mdmaa,Mar 28, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    I cannot warn other travelers enough: STAY AWAY FROM THIS UNPROFESSIONAL OPERATOR. I flew to Arizona specifically for this Sedona and Grand Canyon tour. As a surgeon, my time is extremely limited and my schedule is planned months in advance. Despite this, the company had the audacity to cancel my tour just 40 minutes before departure—not because of weather or an emergency, but because they 'did not have a quorum.' To make matters worse, they never notified me. I was left waiting for a pickup that was never coming. It wasn't until I went through a chat representative and my Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel office that I was finally told the trip was off because "It was only you who had a reservation for today". Because they waited until the absolute last second to cancel, every other reputable tour in Phoenix was already fully booked. To ensure this trip wasn't a total loss, I have been forced to extend my stay in Arizona and make major, emergency arrangements at my hospital to cover my absence. Their lack of communication and total disregard for a traveler's time—especially a professional with a medical schedule—is appalling. Do not trust them with your vacation or your time. They are unreliable and unreachable when things go wrong.

  • Fantastic Grand Canyon tour

    poopadog2,Mar 27, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Fantastic tour that took us to the best Grand Canyon sites. Tracy was an amazing guide who answered all the questions. I learned a lot about the entire area of the tour. The tour size was just right and everyone followed the allotted time for sightseeing and returned to leave on time. We got a discount through our Bluegreen ownership so the price was incredible but I would have paid full price for the convenience of a tour.

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