Hopi Mesa Tour

Leaving Sedona you will experience the awesome Red Rock formation of Oak Creek Canyon on the way to Flagstaff.

The majestic San Francisco Peaks loom into view, which are sacred to both the Hopi and Navajo people. We continue across the Colorado Plateau onto the Navajo Nation.

At Hopi you will see the oldest continuously inhabited village in the US, Old Oraibi, on Third Mesa.

At the Cultural Center on Second Mesa we have lunch, where you can enjoy traditional Hopi food, including the flavorful Blue Corn Frybread. Adjacent to center is the Hopi Museum, with fine examples of Hopi crafts and an extensive collection of photographs depicting the Hopi way of life in the early 20th century.

On First Mesa, you will have the privilege of a Hopi guided tour of Walpi. A village that still adheres to a traditional way of life. First Mesa provides ample opportunity to buy signed Hopi handicrafts directly from the artisans. The artists will also explain the symbolism of the handicrafts.

Cost of the tour: $159.00 per adult and $139.00 per child (12 and under) plus tax and gratuity. Free beverages and snacks. Includes Hopi guided village tour, Hopi Museum & Lunch.

As a respect, to our friends, the Hopi people, photography is not permitted on the reservation.

Colorado River Float Tour

Leaving Sedona you will travel through the Oak Creek Canyon, one of the most scenic drives in the U.S , on to the Mogollan Rim onto Flagstaff .
The majestic San Francisco Peaks loom in the north, sacred to both Hopi and the Navajo.
We make a brief stop at The Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Reservation.

The raft trip begins at the base of the Glen Canyon Dam. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you float through the Glen Canyon on the mighty Colorado.

Picnic lunch is on the sandy beaches where you will have the opportunity to view petroglyphs of the early inhabitants. Pack a towel as you will be able to splash about in the cool and clear waters!
You will be met at Lee's Ferry for your return journey to Sedona, passing by the Vermillion and the Echo Cliffs.

After a stop at The Cameron Trading Post, an opportunity to buy souvenirs, we head on back to Sedona.

Cost of the tour: $209.00 per adult and $189.00 per child (12 and under) plus tax and gratuity. Seasonal, subject to weather conditions. Free beverages and snacks.

Ancient Ruins Tour

A journey of discovery about the first inhabitants of the Southwest. Explore the ancient pueblo ruins of Montezuma's Well, Montezuma's Castle and Tuzigoot. Stand amidst 900 year old ruins and walk in the footsteps of the ancient ones. Learn about the way of life of the descendants of the Hopi and the Zuni people. The museums have fine examples of  archaeological artifact.

Cost of the tour:   $79.00 per adult and $69.00 per child (12 and under) plus tax. Includes all entry fees, snacks and bottled water.

Monument Valley/Canyon de Chelly

ONE OR TWO DAY TOURS

Travel up the beautiful Oak Creek canyon through Flagstaff passing the majestic San Francisco Peaks. See the amazing sheer cliffs of Canyon De Chelly from above at various view points including the 800 feet high Spider Rock. Canyon De Chelly is one of the longest continuously inhabited landscapes of North America. See the cliff dwellings and Petroglyphs of the Puebloan Indians. Canyon de Chelly is a living community where the Navajo’s still farm and ranch in the fertile valley watered by the Chinle Wash flowing through the Canyon. Learn the history and culture of the peoples of Canyon de Chelly area with a 3 hour Navajo guided jeep tour through the canyon floor, taking you to many Anasazi Ruins. Learn of the Navajo resistance to the Spanish Conquest of the Southwest. See rock art depicting the first European in the area and stand in awe as you gaze upon The White House Ruins nestled in alcove below 700 feet sandstone cliffs.

On approaching Monument Valley, we make several stops for guests to fully appreciate and photograph majestic views. Upon entering Monument Navajo Tribal Park, enjoy a 2 hour Navajo guided jeep tour through the monumental rock formations. See some of the back canyons and natural arches that only a Navajo guide has access to. Learn about the history and traditions of the people of this Monument Valley.

Accommodations and meals are provided by the Thunderbird Lodge, where you can sample traditional Native American cuisine.  For availability, amenities, and pricing, please contact us.

Cost of the tour:  CHOOSE EITHER MONUMENT VALLEY OR CANYON DE CHELLY FOR $259.00 per adult and $150.00 per child (12 and under) plus tax. Call for pricing. Includes Lunch, Jeep tour & snacks and bottled water. Call for a price for the TWO DAY TOUR WITH AN OVERNIGHT IN CHINLE, AZ

Grand Canyon Tour

Experience the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Admire its timeless beauty and contemplate its stillness.
The Grand Canyon’s ever changing moods has left countless speechless, but has also inspired many an artist.

Learn about the formation of The Grand Canyon over the millennia, the first human presence, the white explorers and settlers, and the transformation of The Grand Canyon into a world heritage site.

As we travel up Oak Creek Canyon onto Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks loom into view. Traveling through Navajo Reservation, we stop at the Historic Cameron Trading Post, where you may browse/purchase southwestern souvenirs. A brief stop is made at the Little Colorado Gorge, to appreciate a canyon in it's infancy, also the Navajo have arts & craft stalls here, and is a good opportunity to buy Native American handicrafts. Climb up the Watchtower and see the canyon from the East Rim. Various stops are made at different viewpoints along the South Rim, after which you are taken to lunch at one of the restaurants in The Grand Canyon Village.

The famous El Tovar Hotel stands on the rim overlooking the magnificent canyon. The Hopi House, designed by the architect "Mary Coulter", displays beautiful hand-woven rugs and basketry made by Navajo's.

See the Grand Canyon IMAX Show which features footage with a bird's eye view of The Grand Canyon. Learn about the expeditions of the early white men and about the adventures of John Wesley Powell on the mighty Colorado River, and the exploration of The Grand Canyon.

Cost of the tour:   $149.00 per adult and $129.00 per child (12 and under) plus tax, Snacks and bottled water are available on the tour. Includes IMAX theater presentation, lunch and park entry fees.