FULL DAY GRAND CANYON SOUTH RIM TOUR FROM PHOENIX - ELITE TOUR

Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes. This day tour of the South Rim spends approximately three hours in Grand Canyon National Park and some time on Route 66. This guided tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim departs from the Phoenix & Scottsdale area between 6:00am and 7:00am, and returns between 7:00pm and 8:00pm.

This expert guided tours offers of the South Rim hit all the best things to do at the Grand Canyon to make sure you see all the best sights and attractions on the rim.

After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine Forest, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world. 

You’ll experience about three hours within the National Park marveling at the beauty that is the Grand Canyon. Don’t forget to visit the historic El Tovar Lodge and Hopi House in Grand Canyon Village. While at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, you will have opportunities to walk the rim, shop, capture an unlimited number of photographs, or enjoy your lunch and relax with the best seat in the house.

This 10 hour full-day tour will take you to some of the most spectacular vistas of the Grand Canyon you will ever see. Plus, there will be opportunities to stop and soak in the grandeur. Words and photos alone pale in comparison to the breathtaking experience of seeing the Grand Canyon in person.

Note: If your tour runs later than your scheduled time or you choose to extend your tour, you are responsible for the added time at our normal rates.

Minimum of 2 people required

Departure Location:
Most hotels, residences and locations in the Metro Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert and Tempe areas

Departure Days:
Daily

Departure Time:
Between 6:00am and 7:00am

Return Time:
Between 7:00pm and 8:00pm

Transportation:
Arizona Tours elite luxury touring sedans and SUVs (Mercedes, Lexus, BMW, Cadillac Escalade, etc...) specifically designed for groups from 2 to 5 passengers with luxury leather seating.

Cancellation Policy:
Tours canceled within 72 hours of departure will be charged in full.

Notes:
A minimum number of guests must be met for this tour. You may be booked on stand by until the tour is confirmed.
This tour can also be operated as a private tour. Contact one of our tour specialists for details.

Temperatures at the Grand Canyon are typically 20-30°F cooler than in Phoenix and vary by season. We recommend bringing a jacket in the event of changing weather patterns.

Price Includes:
National Monument entrance fees
Unlimited bottled water
All taxes

Price Excludes:
Third party activities
Meals

NOTE: Due to the developing tourism industry in the area changes can and do occur in this type of program. Weather conditions, sometimes severe enough to limit where we can drive or walk, can also alter the program. As visitors, we will respect this, and remain flexible and open to local conditions, safety concerns and unforeseen opportunities. Our guides will do their best to keep things on track and in the event that our schedule changes, they will try to keep disruption to a minimum, consider your wishes and organize other options as far as it is reasonable and practical to do so.

Baggage Allowance 
Individual luggage must be kept to a maximum of one piece of luggage less than 50 pounds or one daypack less than or equal to 40 litres. It is recommended to travel with a small day pack for easy access to camera, sunblock, and clothing. Most hotels can arrange to store bulky items pre-tour. We advise our clients to pack as lightly as possible