• Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument - Discover Arizona’s most recent lava flow and the distinctive landscape that is truly unique.
• Wupatki National Monument - Situated between the Painted Desert and the ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki is a land of legacies. Ancient pueblos are scattered across red-rock outcroppings over miles of prairie. In a place where food and water seem scarce, people built pueblos, raised families, farmed, traded, and flourished. Today, if you pause and listen, the earth and artifacts still share their stories.
• Cameron Trading Post - A perfect spot for lunch and the ideal place to purchase native art and souvenirs.
• Painted Desert - Enjoy the stunning desert art palette while traveling from Wupatki to the Grand Canyon.
• Grand Canyon National Park - A world-renowned view and experience that is truly breathtaking when seen in person. It’s an unforgettable journey that reveals the vastness of the earth and our place within it.
• Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower - Learn about the architecture and history of the tower while enjoying the first view of the Grand Canyon.
• Moran Point - Observe all the geological layers of the Canyon and engage in a brief discussion on deposition, erosion, and theories of the Canyon’s formation.
• Yavapai Point - Located in the “Grand Canyon Village,” this vista is where shops, hotels, and major trailheads are found. Spend an hour here with free time to explore the area along the Rim path.
• Sedona - The return trip to Sedona takes a different route, offering continued scenic touring. The journey back is 2.5 hours, with a bathroom stop.
• Lipan Point - Offers the best view of the River from the South Rim park boundaries, along with views of the Painted Desert and East Rim of the Canyon.

• Bottled water
• Entrance fees

• 15% Gratuity for private guide.
• Lunch

Hosted by the local operator, Dynamic Journey Tours.

The adventure begins with Oak Creek Canyon, renowned as one of America’s most scenic drives. The tour then proceeds to the lava flows at Sunset Crater and the 2,800 Pueblos at Wupatki National Monument, allowing participants to explore the ancient landscape just as the natives once did. This immersive experience ensures that by the time visitors reach the Grand Canyon, they are fully prepared to appreciate its grandeur. Dynamic Journey Tours is unique in offering time at multiple locations within each park. The journey leading to the Grand Canyon primarily involves exploring the Painted Desert. Before entering the Canyon, there is a lunch stop at the famous Cameron Trading Post, followed by a visit to the East entrance. Here, four points of interest are explored, making the most of the day, and the tour concludes by exiting at the South entrance. The final destination includes a leisurely hour-long walk along the Rim Path in Grand Canyon Village.

This is the most comprehensive and rewarding day trip to the Grand Canyon available.

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