Sunset Grand Canyon tour from Sedona: East and South Rim

Watch the Grand Canyon light show from two rims in a single afternoon

A full-day Grand Canyon sunset tour from Sedona includes hotel pickup, a scenic drive through Oak Creek Canyon, a stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post, and multiple vista stops along the East and South Rim. The tour departs mid-morning and returns around 9:30–10pm, timed so you arrive at the canyon as the light begins to shift. A live English-speaking guide leads the route. Water is supplied throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Oak Creek Canyonpass by
2. Cameron Trading Post30m
3. San Francisco Peakspass by

Grand Canyon sunset tour from Sedona

• Drive scenic Oak Creek Canyon
• Stop at Cameron Trading Post
• Tour East Rim to South Rim
• Enjoy time on your own for dinner
• Watch sunset at Grand Canyon overlook

The experience

The tour leaves your Sedona or Village of Oak Creek hotel between 11am and 11:30am and heads north through Oak Creek Canyon, one of Arizona's most photographed scenic drives. The route climbs through red rock formations and ponderosa forest before reaching the high desert plateau. A stop at Cameron Trading Post, a Navajo Nation landmark, breaks up the drive and gives you a look at the trading post's historic building and goods before the group continues toward the canyon.

Once at the Grand Canyon, the tour follows the East Rim to the South Rim, stopping at multiple overlooks along the way. The timing is built around sunset: you'll be positioned at the canyon as the afternoon light deepens, the shadows lengthen, and the rock faces shift through reds and purples. The guide points out the geological layers and the scale of what you're looking at, but the main event is watching the colors change. Time is set aside for dinner on your own. You'll eat somewhere near the rim, so you can step away from the group and sit with the view.

The return drive to Sedona happens after dark, arriving around 9:30–10pm. The exact departure time shifts seasonally to chase the sunset, and the tour operator confirms the precise time 48 hours before your date. Bring layers if you're traveling in fall, winter or spring. The rim is cooler than Sedona, especially once the sun drops. Children from age 6 are welcome. Younger children need a car seat or booster seat that you provide.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within Sedona and Village of Oak Creek city limits.
• scenic drive through Oak Creek Canyon.
• stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post.
• multiple vista stops at Grand Canyon National Park East and South Rim.
• water throughout the day.
• live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 11:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (6 to 15 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 36 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48h

Paid on siteUS$ 100

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcome

Operated by Great Venture Tours

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour with a set schedule and fixed stops, which is what makes the sunset timing work: the guide coordinates the route so you arrive at the rim as the light begins to shift, rather than chasing it on your own. It suits travelers who want to see both the East and South Rim in one day without driving themselves or arranging the logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the drive from Sedona to the Grand Canyon on this tour?

The full tour runs 10.5 hours from pickup to drop-off. The drive to the canyon takes several hours, but the route itself (through Oak Creek Canyon and across the Navajo Nation) is part of the experience, not just transit time.

What happens at Cameron Trading Post?

Cameron Trading Post is a historic Navajo Nation landmark where the tour stops early in the day. You'll see the trading post building and have a chance to look around before the group continues north toward the Grand Canyon.

Will I have time to eat dinner?

Yes. Time is set aside for dinner on your own near the rim, so you can step away and eat while staying close to the canyon. The group doesn't eat together, so you choose where and what you want.

What if I'm visiting from outside the U.S.?

Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older will be charged an additional $100 USD per person for entry to certain national parks. Contact the tour company directly before your date to provide payment information and bring a valid photo ID for residency verification.

Does the tour stop at specific overlooks, or do we drive past the canyon?

The tour includes multiple vista stops at both the East Rim and South Rim, so you'll get out and stand at the overlooks rather than just viewing from the vehicle. The stops are timed around sunset so you see the light change across the rock.

What should I bring?

Wear casual clothes and bring layers, especially in cooler months. The rim is significantly cooler than Sedona. Water is supplied on the tour. If you're traveling with a child under 8, you'll need to provide a car seat or booster seat that meets Arizona law.