Treat yourself to an all-inclusive tour of the Grand Canyon while on this day trip. The Grand Canyon is one of America's most stunning landmarks, and this package includes a stop at the Grand Canyon IMAX theater, a gourmet lunch, shopping at the Navajo Nation, and a visit to the Grand Canyon Village.
Your 11-hour Grand Canyon day trip begins early with complimentary pick up at your Flagstaff or Sedona area hotel. Board a comfortable motor coach and buckle in before watching an introductory video about the history of Northern Arizona. Your expert guide will then share many historical facts and fascinating pieces of information as you make your way to your first stop, the Grand Canyon IMAX Theater. Take a tour of the Grand Canyon via an immersive seven-story screen. You'll see views of the interior of the canyon that aren't seen by regular visitors. This 34-minute presentation will prepare you for seeing the Grand Canyon while on your guided tour.
Your next stop will be inside the Grand Canyon National Park, where you will enjoy an inclusive lunch at the El Tovar Hotel. This registered National Historic Landmark features a fine dining room with scrumptious entrees like Stuffed Pork Chops, Blackened Trout, and Chicken Breast, as well as a selection of salads, pastas, and sandwiches.
After lunch, climb back on board the motor coach and ride to the Grand Canyon Village. Located at the heart of Grand Canyon National Park, the Village includes a visitor’s center and gift shop. Most importantly, you can take a stroll along the paved trail that leads to the sunning South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Once you've enjoyed your free time and have taken all the pictures you desire, hop back on board as your tour takes you to the Grand Canyon East Rim.
Your driver will make several stops along the way as you follow the road to the southern lip of the Grand Canyon. Enjoy several different views of the canyon at each stop, and don't miss the watchtower located at the East Rim View point. Once your tour group leaves the National Park, it will continue on to the Cameron Trading Post, located in the Navajo Nation. Once there, you'll have the opportunity to shop for locally made authentic Native American souvenirs and artwork.
After you've had your fill of education, sightseeing, and history, your tour will return you to your hotel. In addition to lunch, your Grand Canyon tour includes complimentary water and snacks. For a comprehensive view of the epic Grand Canyon, as well as an informative IMAX movie and stops at the best shops for authentic souvenirs, take this full day tour from Sedona and Flagstaff and start making some wonderful new memories.