Planning our Monument Valley adventure was easy from the beginning as Shae from Monument Valley Safari was so helpful when I first inquired. My group of 8 was eligible for the group rate so that was a bonus. My booking went smoothly and I was given clear instructions as to where to go and what to expect. What we did not expect was to be blown away by the beauty of the place upon arrival at The View Hotel (the meeting point). I recommend you arrive early to take in the breathtaking views from this hotel. There is a huge gift shop and also restaurant there which offers the same views as you partake in a nice meal.
We were greeted by Anna, who drove us a few miles into the canyons where we met our actual tour guide, Duffy. Duffy was informative and kind, always sharing in depth stories and culture of the Navajo. He carries himself with pride and you can genuinely feel the love he has for sharing a piece of himself and of his people. Our tour was 3 hours long as we explored the back-country and stopped at several places with breathtaking views. Some of our stops were monumental arches where we were treated to a few songs while we took in the scenery, and a hogan where we learned more about the Navajo. It was a freeing experience and though this isn't listed as a spiritual excursion, it definitely was liberating to see the beauty of the Canyons up close and roam freely in between them. I recommend this to anyone looking for peace and quiet while witnessing first hand the beauty that is hidden in rural areas of our country, which we don't often come across.