Top Scottsdale Day Trips

Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Route 66 with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Grand Canyon, and drive through the Sonoran Desert on this small-group tour. With numbers limited to 13 participants, you can enjoy a more intimate experience of the Southwest's natural beauty. Choose between a small-group or private option.

On this guided scenic day tour from Phoenix, you will not only take in the breathtaking landscapes of this desert playground with plenty of photo opportunities, but you will explore ancient Native American ruins. With plenty of free time in Sedona to explore on foot, you might check out some art galleries, do some souvenir shopping, or even get a psychic reading. You also get to choose between a small-group or private tour, whichever suits your needs!

This Grand Canyon day trip combines sights from both land and sky. After departing Phoenix, take a scenic drive including a stop along Route 66. Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon, which follows the Colorado River. Then have plenty of time at legendary Grand Canyon National Park, including a canyon rim driving tour before returning to Phoenix by luxury van. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

Benefit from a full-day tour from Phoenix to Antelope Canyon to see more of Arizona’s natural beauty. Take in Route 66, Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Powell, and a Navajo Trading Post on the way to Antelope Canyon. Then explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, and see the Colorado River from the Horseshoe Bend Overlook. Meals and hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

• Embark on a guided tour around the Antelope Canyon, led by a professional who is also a native to the area. • Fuel up on a lavish lunch while in Page, Arizona. • Witness one of the most breathtaking views in North America at Horseshoe Bend. • Duration is 12-14 hours from Pickup from Drop-off. • Lunch, Antelope Canyon ticket and Horseshoe Bend admission included. NOTE: temperatures can reach 90+ degrees in the summer time and 30+ degrees in the winter so dress accordingly. Also pickup time can fluctuate between 6am-9am depending on season and tour times given. Guests staying in certain regions of the valley can expect longer tour times because of pickup and dropoff location.

Explore the Apache Trail from Phoenix on a full-day tour that takes you into the legendary Sonoran Desert. Visit the ghost town of Goldfield, ride a steamboat on Canyon Lake, stop at the eccentric hamlet of Tortilla Flat and admire views of the Superstition Wilderness from Fish Creek Hill. Get a feel for the Wild West as you learn about the region's history and wildlife from your knowledgeable guide. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off and an expert driver who navigates the rough and winding roads for a stress-free day out. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

Combine trips to Grand Canyon National Park, Route 66, and Cameron Trading Post all into one day to get the most out of your time in the Arizona area with this Grand Canyon National Park Private Tour from Phoenix or Scottsdale. A guide teaches you about the history and culture of the area. Plus, lunch and national park fees are included for a stress-free day.

Discover Sedona’s Verde Valley wine country on a private tour from Scottsdale. Visit a handful of wineries over the course of a day and tour their facilities to learn about the winemaking process. Then, if you’d like, purchase guided tastings to get a better idea of northern Arizona wines and their tasting notes. In between stops, you are able to imbibe so you can keep the party going.

Make the most of your time in Arizona with a full-day tour that visits both the Grand Canyon and Sedona. Depart early from Scottsdale or Phoenix to explore the south rim of the Grand Canyon, taking in two prime viewpoints and strolling along the rim, then eating lunch. Continue to Sedona where you check out the uptown district, and get photo ops at red rock sites.

On this all day trip from Phoenix to Tombstone, travel back to the days of the Wild West to 'The Town Too Tough To Die,' where you’ll visit the famous OK Corral and Big Nose Kate’s Saloon. Hear tales and legends of American outlaws in this legendary frontier outpost, where money, fame and lust were always at odds with the law. You’ll also visit San Xavier de Bac Mission while enjoying the drive back to Phoenix, for a full day of exploring two of Arizona’s most popular sights. Choose between a small-group or private option.

Explore the Apache Trail on a 8-hour tour from Scottsdale. With round-trip transportation from your hotel included, you’re free to take in the Superstition Mountain and Sonoran desert backdrop. The comprehensive itinerary, which includes the mining ghost town of Goldfield and a steamboat ride on Canyon Lake, is entertaining for adults and children alike. Learn about late 1800s history at the Lost Dutchman Museum, where you enjoy free entrance. NOTE: The museum is CLOSED Mon-Wed from the months of May thru October. Show less

Join a small group for a high country canyoning tour that takes you into the heart of Arizona’s natural wonders. Your guide might lead you through a pine forest, down rocks in a slippery wonderland, through the cool waters of natural pools, and rappelling down a 40-foot waterfall. This active tour is suitable for people with high levels of fitness, and includes the use of necessary equipment.

Phoenix to Scottsdale is just under 30 minutes away by car, but unless you’ve rented a car, it can be hard to get to both areas during your Arizona trip. This Phoenix and Scottsdale Private Half-Day City Tour takes you to both areas to see sights like the Arizona Capitol Museum and the Arizona Biltmore with a guide who knows the city well. Plus, this tour is for just you and your group.

Discover Arizona's historic Apache Trail on this half-day excursion. Join a private guide and hike through the Superstition Mountains, taking in the unique scenery and learning about the fauna and flora of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the Apache tribe and the importance of the trail before heading to Goldfield Ghost Town and Tortilla Flat to conclude the tour.

Spend the day discovering Sedona's natural wonders, cultural attractions, and top landmarks—this all-inclusive tour from Scottsdale makes exploring easy. Following pickup from your Scottsdale-area hotel, travel north to Sedona, where you'll discover its red rocks topography, including highlights like Airport Mesa and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. You'll also have free time to discover the Tlaquepaque arts and shopping village, see uptown Sedona, enjoy a local lunch, and more.

The Grand Canyon National Park from the Scottsdale area is more than a 3-hour drive, which can be hard to do unless you rent a car. Avoid that hassle and prebook this Grand Canyon Private Tour from Scottsdale Area. You'll ride in a private vehicle to the Grand Canyon's South Rim to explore at a leisurely pace. Plus, you'll enjoy scenic views along the ride there, too.

Discover Arizona’s rich history and Native American heritage on this full-day tour from Scottsdale or Phoenix. Visit two National Monuments—Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot—and learn more about the Sinagua people as you admire the fascinating ruins. Afterwards, explore the former mining town of Jerome and enjoy an included lunch in Sedona.

The Verde Canyon Railroad offers stunning, scenic views of the area with comfortable seating, but days can book up fast and sell out. By prebooking this Verde Canyon Railroad Day Adventure from Scottsdale or Phoenix, you’ll guarantee your ride on the well-known railroad. Plus, this experience also provides stops at the Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument, and the old mining town of Jerome with lunch included.

Step back into the Old West on this small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning at your local pickup stop, and head to Tombstone, known for its Wild West history. Visit the O.K. Corral Museum to learn about the 19th-century cowboy gunfight that occurred here, and even see a recreation fight. After lunch, explore the preserved copper mining town of Bisbee. Finally, stop by Saguaro National Park to admire the namesake giant cacti.

Sedona’s Red Rock Country offers dramatic rock formations, picturesque buttes and mesas, and one-of-a-kind desert scenery—and this private, full-day tour offers the most seamless way to discover it. Meet your guide at your Scottsdale or Phoenix address, and travel in the comfort of a private vehicle. You can completely customize your itinerary, and see landmarks like the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Montezuma Castle National Monument, and beyond.

You'll discover the Sonoran Desert from the unique perspective of our Tesla Model X luxury SUV tour vehicle, all while learning about the story of the amazing impact water has on our unique desert culture. How do Phoenix and Scottsdale exist in one of the harshest climates in the world? What is our responsibility to ensure the destination continues to thrive? We’ll unearth the answers to those questions and more as you learn about water conservation and management, sustainable best practices, and appreciation for our unique desert environment. In all the world, there's only one Sonoran Desert. Let's learn how to preserve it for generations to come!

This 8-hour tour is one of our most unique tours because it gives you the chance to see all 10 Cactus League ballparks! Or, pick your favorites and spend most of your time at the ballparks you are most excited about! Whether it be the oldest Cactus League ballpark made in 1969 or the youngest made in 2014, this tour gives you a chance to view all the unique Cactus League ballparks in the greater Valley area!

Go desert canyoneering with a small group on this full-day adventure in Phoenix. Rappel into the Sonoran Desert canyon, rock hop down a dry stream bed, crawl under enormous boulders, and figure out climbing puzzles. You'll get lots of attention from your guide as you travel and plenty of instruction to help you complete these multiple activities safely, even if they're all new to you.

This 24-hour tour will start in Scottsdale and then head to Sedona where you can explore the town's natural beauty and unique Red Rocks. Located within the Coconino Natural Forest, Sedona's array of red sandstone formations make a popular backdrop for many different activities. Spend the day driving through the canyons, hiking through the variety of trails, and end the night in town exploring the different shops and restaurants! This tour is for 24 hours, which makes it the perfect getaway for the night. If you would like help in finding a place to stay for the night, please let us know so we can assist you. If you aren't looking to spend the night in Sedona, not a problem! The car is yours for 24 hours but you can bring it back sooner if you would like.