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Grand Canyon Day Trip: Ruins, Lava Fields & Peaks from Sedona★ 4.91 (2,112) · 9h–11h
Best value
Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona with Navajo Trading Post★ 4.95 (114) · 11h
Top rated
Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend: Private Day Trip with Lunch★ 4.95 (252) · 10h–11h
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✓ 2026-09-29| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona with Navajo Trading PostBest value | US$ 191 p.p. | US$ 191 | 11h | 4.95★ · 114 | free | +US$ 200 on site |
| Sedona to Grand Canyon: Full Day Tour & South Rim Vista | US$ 197 p.p. | US$ 197 | 11h | 4.91★ · 590 | free | +US$ 100 on site |
| Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona & Flagstaff | US$ 197 p.p. | US$ 197 | 9h–11h | 4.86★ · 274 | free | +US$ 200 on site |
| Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona & Flagstaff | US$ 197 p.p. | US$ 197 | 9h–11h | 4.90★ · 91 | free | +US$ 200 on site |
| Grand Canyon Day Trip: Ruins, Lava Fields & Peaks from SedonaOur pick | US$ 209 p.p. | US$ 209 | 9h–11h | 4.91★ · 2,112 | free | +US$ 200 on site |
| Grand Canyon Day Trip: Lava Fields, Ruins & Painted Desert | US$ 209 p.p. | US$ 209 | 9h–11h | 4.92★ · 584 | free | +US$ 100 on site |
| Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend from Sedona: 11.5-hour day trip | US$ 312 p.p. | US$ 312 | 11h 30m | 4.87★ · 1,185 | non-refundable | — |
| Grand Canyon from Sedona: Private Day Trip & El Tovar Lunch | US$ 389 p.p. | US$ 389 | 8h–10h | 4.95★ · 251 | free | — |
| Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend: Private Day Trip with LunchTop rated | US$ 475 p.p. | US$ 475 | 10h–11h | 4.95★ · 252 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 9 options: US$ 191–US$ 475 (median US$ 209). With an extra fee to pay on site: 6 of 9. With 100+ reviews: 8 of 9.
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Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend from Sedona: 11.5-hour day tripYou get picked up from your Sedona hotel before dawn, drive through Oak Creek Canyon, hike to Horseshoe Bend's river overlook, walk through the narrow slot canyon at Upper Antelope with a guide, and stop at Cameron Trading Post for lunch on your own. The full day is 11.5 hours, with walking on uneven terrain throughout, and you're back at your hotel by early evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Sedona who want both slot canyon and river views in one day without renting a car or navigating the drive themselves. Plan for a full 11.5 hours on your feet with 90 minutes of walking on uneven canyon terrain — that's what fits three major stops into a single day.
Sedona to Grand Canyon: Full Day Tour & South Rim VistaYou leave Sedona at dawn, drive through Oak Creek Canyon and Flagstaff, spend the afternoon at Grand Canyon South Rim with multiple scenic stops including the Desert View Watchtower, visit the Navajo Nation at Cameron Trading Post on the return, and arrive back at your hotel by early evening. Hotel pickup and water are included; lunch is on your own.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Sedona without a car who want to see the Grand Canyon rim in one full day with all transport and park entry handled. Plan for an eleven-hour day starting at dawn—that's what fits the drive, the rim time, and the Navajo Nation stop into a single outing.
Grand Canyon Day Trip: Lava Fields, Ruins & Painted DesertYou’ll start by walking ancient lava fields near Sunset Crater before exploring Native American ruins at Wupatki and grabbing fry bread at Cameron Trading Post. With time at both East and South Rims of the Grand Canyon plus Painted Desert views, you’ll feel Arizona’s wild history under your feet—and maybe take home a story or two yourself.
Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona & FlagstaffYou ride in a small van with a professional guide from your Sedona or Flagstaff hotel, spend the day at Grand Canyon South Rim with time to walk the rim and explore the village, eat lunch where you choose, see the Desert Watchtower and Cameron Trading Post, and return to your hotel without navigating the drive yourself. Hotel pickup and drop-off, water, and guide are included; you'll need to provide your hotel information three days ahead.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see the Grand Canyon South Rim in a day without renting a car or managing the four-hour round-trip drive yourself — the small group size and fixed schedule mean you spend your time at the canyon, not navigating.
Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip from Sedona & FlagstaffYou get picked up from your hotel and driven through Oak Creek Canyon to the Grand Canyon South Rim, where you stop at multiple viewpoints to take in the scale and color of the canyon. The tour continues to the East Rim, then finishes at Cameron Trading Post for shopping and a closer look at Navajo craftsmanship. Hotel drop-off happens in the early evening, and the guide covers the route the whole way.Is it for me?A good fit if you're staying in Sedona or Flagstaff without a rental car and want to see both sides of the Grand Canyon in one day with a guide handling the drive and the stops. Expect a full day out—11 hours from Sedona, 9 from Flagstaff—which is what makes fitting the South Rim, East Rim, and Cameron Trading Post into one trip possible.
Grand Canyon from Sedona: Private Day Trip & El Tovar LunchYou’ll share stories with your guide on the drive from Sedona, pause for lunch at historic El Tovar Lodge perched on the South Rim, stroll along canyon trails for those wide-open views, and see Painted Desert colors on your return—all in one private day trip that feels both relaxed and quietly moving.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 9 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Grand Canyon Day Trip: Ruins, Lava Fields & Peaks from Sedona is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.91 out of 5 across 2,112 reviews.
