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Private Grand Canyon Day Tour including lunch at El Tovar

Private Grand Canyon Day Tour including lunch at El Tovar

Overview

Let us guide you to the most spectacular overlooks at the Grand Canyon on this private day tour. You will learn about the history, flora, fauna, geology and folklore. Enjoy views of the Painted Desert and the Little Colorado River Gorge on our way to historic Cameron Trading post after leaving the park. Entry fees for the park and lunch at the historic El Tovar Hotel are included. Duration of this tour from Sedona is approximately 9 hours, from Flagstaff approximately 8 hours.

City: Sedona

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $307.35

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Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $307.35

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Bottled water

Professional guide

Private tour

Snacks

All Fees and Taxes

Full menu lunch at historic El Tovar Lodge

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 4 adults per booking is required
Professional guide fluent in English or German
Dress code is smart casual
Everybody over 15 years is considered an adult

What To Expect

Oak Creek Canyon

Drive through Oak Creek Canyon, voted one of the prettiest roads in America

Flagstaff

Enjoy the views of the largest Ponderosa Pine forest in the world on our drive towards Flagstaff

Grand Canyon Village

View the first overlook at the Grand Canyon Village and enjoy your lunch at the historic El Tovar Dining Room

Grand Canyon South Rim

Take a 0.7 mile stroll from Mather Point to Yavapai Point

Grand Canyon National Park

Take spectacular photos at Duck on the Rock overlook

Grand Canyon National Park

The Grand finale at the Grand Canyon, Desert View Watchtower

Cameron Trading Post

Shop for authentic Indian handmade Artwork if wanted

Show 4 more stops

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (294)

G8093JUjamieb

Mar 2025

Wonderful views and destinations, and Chris is well informed. But Chris talked so much that there was no space to connect with the people I was with. I wish he was more measured, and spoke more like 40% of the time instead of 98% of the time.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Dear Jamie, I wish you would have told me this at the beginning of the tour, usually guests book with us to get as much information as possible. Please give my best to everybody and I hope Eileen is doing better. Chris Kelly

473carolyng

Feb 2025

My daughter, son in law and 8 year old grandson were visiting and arranged this tour of the Grand Canyon. Chris, our guide, was knowledgeable and engaging from start to finish. As we drove through the breathtaking Oak Creek Canyon, he shared fascinating insights about the region’s geology and history. Lunch at El Tovar, a historic gem, was a highlight before we continued exploring. The Grand Canyon itself was stunning, and Chris ensured we saw it from multiple perspectives, making each stop unique. We had enough time to walk around, take pictures and just take in the glorious views. The ride back gave us a final chance to take in the painted desert and sunset crater, rounding out an unforgettable experience. This tour was well-organized, and Chris’s expertise made it truly special.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Dear Carol, what an amazing day at the Canyon with your family. I really enjoyed the conversations and company. Hope Logan enjoyed the spring training games in Phoenix. Please say hi to all of them and thank you for your sweet words. Happy trails Chris Kelly

P9353NLmichellec

Feb 2025

Book it. Book it, RIGHT NOW. Chris Kelly of Grand Canyon Journeys knows his stuff, and knows how to take care of his clients. We spent the most wonderful day learning from Chris - and his knowledge of the area, not just the Canyon - runs deep. We couldn't have been happier! You can't know of the immense beauty of the Canyon until you see it yourself, and having such an amazing guide to bring you to all the various sites along the Rim means you get to enjoy it thoroughly.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Dear Michelle, Thank you for your sweet review. What a fun day with you guys at the Canyon. Hope to see you again, until then Happy Trails Chris