From Phoenix: Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Day Trip
ID: GYG386528-699799
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
14:00 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in Native American history and gaze at Arizona's natural splendor on this day trip to Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. Incredible scenery awaits on this bucket list trip!
Explore the natural marvels of northern Arizona when you visit Antelope Canyon! Learn about Navajo culture from a local Native American guide and check out the quaint desert cities of Flagstaff and Page.
Your tour begins with a convenient pickup at your Phoenix-area hotel and then heads through the Sonoran Desert toward the mountain city of Flagstaff. On your journey, you have a chance to stop at a Navajo trading post to learn about Navajo culture and see how their intricate crafts are made.
Your next stop is the spectacular Antelope Canyon where you will join a Navajo guide as you are taken into the deep red-rock chasms that echo with ancient history. Bask in the sunlight that filters down through the narrow cracks above.
In the town of Page, AZ, you'll enjoy a satisfying lunch at one of the local eateries.
After lunch, embark on a scenic 1.5 mile hike to the Horseshoe Bend Overlook, which offers awe-inspiring views into a deeply carved channel where the Colorado River winds far below. Head back South and return you to your Phoenix-area hotel.
Highlights
- Marvel at the beautiful sandstone walls of Lower Antelope Canyon
- Learn about Navajo culture & history of the canyon from a Native American guide
- Enjoy picturesque views of Horseshoe Bend and the Colorado River
- Enjoy the convenience of a continental breakfast and local lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
•To participate in this tour, guests must be able to perform the following movements: For Antelope Canyon – Walk on slanted, uneven sandstone and loose sand, climb up and down steep metal ladders/stairs – some with railings. Antelope Canyon is not strenuous but requires agility, balance and grip. Horseshoe Bend Overlook requires a 1.5 mile round trip walk on a dirt path with no shade. *Additional notes for Antelope Canyon – Service animals are not allowed, purses/bags aren't allowed, tripods not allowed, hiking poles not allowed.
***In rare occasions, Lower Antelope will close due to unforeseen weather events. Although we monitor the weather, sometimes the closure is beyond our control and happens last minute. If this happens, we will try to get tickets for UPPER Antelope but this will incur an additional fee of up to $50/person. You will be able to opt out of the Antelope portion if you do not wish to pay this fee but you will NOT be refunded for the overall tour, except for $73.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.