Connor, our travel guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the Grand Canyon- from rock formations over millions of years to local anecdotes about human endeavors travailing the canyon. Connor is personable, great sense of humor and made our day trip a truly memorable experience. We highly recommend this tour of the Grand Canyon.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Bottled water
- Parking Fees
Excludes
- 15% Gratuity for local guide.
- Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
A quick drive and geologic and historical lesson while we travel onto the Colorado Plateau. We discuss the settler history, unique geology and experience a major climate change in less than 20 minutes.
Experience the wonderful colors of the painted desert while we drive across the Navajo nation to the East entrance of the Park. We talk about how this seemingly barren, yet beautiful land, is home to the oldest group of natives in North America, and the legends that unfold.
A break for lunch. As well as the best place to buy native art and see souviners.
This is a fantastic tour designed to focus solely on the Grand Canyon. We spend 4-5 hours exploring the rim, discussing the geology, and interpreting the ancient past of Öngtupqa, the great Salt Canyon that holds 13,000 years of mystery. The course of the day consists of 4 stops along the rim, with lunch in between. A short walk along a paved path, and then we make our way back to Sedona after 4 hours of sight seeing.
We make a full stop here to enjoy the incredible architecture of the desert view watch tower. Designed as a replica to all the Archaeoastronomy sights in the Southwest. Its the first view Grand Canyon.
Here we get the singular best view of the Colorado River anywhere in the National Park! We point out formations, and the painted desert, as well as spending time with you at this stop to point our how the views are constantly changing!
Here we visit the site where Thomas Moran painted one of the most iconic scenes in the Grand Canyon. This is where I point out the specific geology of the Grand Canyon, from only this point can you see every layer exposed.
Last stop, with in the parks Village boundaries. This is where 70% of visitors frequent, most do not leave the Village area. This is here the train, the restaurants, and all the hotels are located. Its the deepest. widest part of the Canyon considering its 278 miles distance. Its the main show, from here is where you group gets to spend a full hour roaming and exploring. The views are nearly incomprehensible. This will be out last stop while in the park. We have more stops, and allow more time to explore the park and Village than nearly all other companies, including Utah and Nevada based operations.
Return back to Sedona. Expect a 2.5 hour trip, we do make a pit stop half way back.
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Reviews
Conner was great! We did the private tour from Sedona to the Grand Canyon and It could have not been more perfect! He picked us up From our hotel, the Amara , and dropped us back off which made it extremely easy! We had a very scenic drive from Sedona to the Grand Canyon which helps to truly appreciate the different terrains Arizona has to offer! He was very knowledgeable about the area and all the amazing geology of the grand canyon! I was so glad we did the private tour and would highly recommend it to anyone considering.
We had an absolutely wonderful Grand Canyon tour with Connor as our guide. His knowledge was incredible — he shared fascinating information about the flora, geology, and historical formation of the canyon that made the entire experience so much more meaningful and memorable. The drive through Oak Creek Canyon was breathtaking, and we also enjoyed stopping to shop at the Cameron Trading Post, which was a fun and unique part of the trip. Connor was friendly, engaging, and clearly passionate about the area, which made the tour both educational and enjoyable from start to finish. GRAND CANYON was amazing! We highly recommend Connor to anyone looking for an exceptional Grand Canyon experience!
Connor was great. He knew the ins and outs of the park, avoiding many of the crowds but still allowing us to see the canyon from various perspectives. He was, by far, the most knowledgeable guide we ever had on any excursion. From the geological to the cultural to the historical to even the spiritual, he was extremely well informed. Even our 10-year-old, who craves information about national parks, had every question answered and then some.
What an amazing trip!!! Connor was a FANTASTIC guide and an even better person. His knowledge of the area, not just the Grand Canyon, but the other geological and cultural aspects was beyond exceptional. This was an A+++ experience! Highly recommend having Connor be your guide in the Sedona, Flagstaff and Grand Canyon areas.
Our tour guide, Connor was absolutely phenomenal! His deep knowledge of the area, engaging storytelling, and genuine enthusiasm made our experience truly unforgettable. Connor was incredibly accommodating to our pace and interests, ensuring we learned something new. We especially appreciated his ability to bring history to life with vivid details and anecdotes.
Excellent Tour and very professional! Would recommend to anyone! Connor was very knowledgeable and helpful with anything we asked!
Conner was the best tour guide ever. So much interesting information and facts about the entire area. The 2 hour drive to and from the Grand Canyon went by so quickly. He was very accommodating and patient. Never felt rushed. We definitely got our money’s worth and more. I highly recommend this tour.
My mother and I had a fantastic day touring the Grand Canyon with Connor in early May. He picked us up and dropped us off promptly at our Sedona hotel. He was professional, knowledgeable and an easy conversationalist. We learned and explored more than we would have been able to do on our own. It was nice to sit back, relax and take in the views, history and geology without any added pressure or stress. He exhibited clear passion in the subject matter and shared a lot of interesting facts with us, but was never overbearing. A truly great guide and well worth the money (since this is a private tour, you can really maximize your time and tailor the day to your interests). Book early as his schedule fills up - you won't be disappointed!
Connor was so knowledgeable and told us so much about the Canyon. He is wonderful! The Canyon is magnificent and we enjoyed seeing the Tower so much. Highly recommend!
Connor is an awesome guide! He is very knowledgeable, a very safe driver & completely professional! The small group gave us a personal experience.
Connor provided a vip tour of the Grand Canyon… in short he was outstanding in the meeting / greeting, driving and most importantly his very detailed explanations around the canyon and surrounding area…. First class service all around ! Thank you Connor !
This is THE tour to take to the Grand Canyon from the greater Sedona area! We had a party of 10 ranging in age from 19 to “older”. Our guide, Connor, new all of our names immediately and kept the whole group engaged and interested. The trip was filled with the rich history of not only the Grand Canyon but the beautiful landscape we drove through from Sedona. If you want a personalized tour with an incredibly knowledgeable guide this is the tour for you. The history geology , culture and spirituality over the jaw dropping years of the area was all covered and fascinating. Then the show stopper the Canyon itself. Connor took the time to show us the best stops along the rim and enlightened us to all the glory and wonder that is the Grand Canyon. Bucket list must do tour!!!
Wonderful tour experience with the perfect guide! I had made two quick, self-guided trips to the Grand Canyon in the past, but my wife had never made the visit. We were staying in Sedona and I thought rather than making the 4 hour round trip drive ourselves, why not hire a guide and learn more about the area and its history. Dynamic Journey Tours was definitely the right choice! Connor is a scholar and a gentleman. He's extremely polite, flexible, and easy-going but he's also taken an extensive interest in the region and the native cultures and is very educated about the geology and history of the area. The ride was clean and comfortable, and the conversation was deep and enlightening. Connor took us to all the best photography spots and never stopped educating the group along the way. What a fantastic and easy way to explore this special corner of the country. A most fulfilling journey! Don't hesitate...Book a tour with DJT today!
What an amazing tour! My husband and I spent the day touring the Grand Canyon, the Native American ruins and the Sunset Crater with Connor. Connor is a friendly personable young man who possesses a wealth of knowledge not only about the Grand Canyon but Arizona in general. We loved the story about the locust! We truly enjoyed our day with him. He was attentive to our needs, is a safe and courteous driver and his vehicle was well presented; clean and tidy. Connor makes you feel comfortable from the moment you meet him. Very interesting and fun day. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone and look forward to our next tour with Connor! Thank you Connor!
The tour was canceled by the vendor. They called me at 4:15pm on Monday to let me know the tour on next morning would be canceled because they didn’t get enough people. Please refund my money.
Great tour! Connor was very informed. He took his time with us. Absolutely would recommend this tour.
Connor picked us up at the hotel and was very knowledgeable! The tour was great. Very convenient to not get lines on the entrance of Grand Canyon and relaxing. His car is very clean, he had water for our family and took pictures of us with the breathtaking views of this World Wonder!
The tour was just right for my wife and me. Connor was flexible when we needed to change the day, and was able to come pick us up. Connor has passion and knowledge regarding the area of Sedona, the Grand Canyon region and the history of native Indian tribes in the area. We received an education while absorbing the beautiful scenery all day long. There was a question Connor was not able to answer. We had a lot of questions as we have never been in the area preciously. The tour was one thing we will never forget. In part, just simply because the Grand Canyon is an awesome experience, but also in great part due to the knowledge we gained from Connor during our trip. I would recommend this tour for any small group or family.
Outstanding experience. Extremely informative host; kept the whole day interesting. Clean and comfortable ride. Convenient pick-up. Overall, a very satisfying day.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Connor was an amazing tour guide. So knowledgeable and engaging. He showed us different view points along the canyon and pointed out the obscure details. Absolutely amazing!! Would HIGHLY recommend and if we’re ever back in Sedona again, we would definitely take this trip with Connor again. Thank you so much for an incredible day!!
The tour was great, we got to see the grandeur of the Grand Canyon from several locations. The tour was not rushed or boring. Connor was very knowledgeable not only about the canyon, its history and the geology but he was also very informed about the area and made the trek a lot more interesting. Overall he was very patient and gave us a lot of information which made the tour that much more enjoyable.
We had a memorable experience and enjoyed learning about the Canyon from our expert guide Connor. We would recommend him to any traveler.
Connor was a fantastic guide with a wealth of knowledge about the Grand Canyon and everything surrounding it. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire day!!
We had a private tour with Connor. He was a wealth of information, incredibly educational experience! He took us to the most poignant stops at the Grand Canyon, generously took pictures of us. We really appreciated that he customized the experience for our needs both in time constraints and our abilities. As a plus, he gave us tips for dinner and our hike the next day! Thanks, Connor for making my first Grand Canyon visit so memorable!
AMAZING! Cannot say enough about how knowledgeable Connor, my tour guide, was. The experience was one for the books! I was VERY impressed with this small local business, they may be a small business but they have a big heart and an even greater ability to make exploring the Grand Canyon an adventure of a lifetime.
My favorite part was Connor’s extensive knowledge of the Grand Canyon and his ability to share this with us in a clear, understandable way. He made special accommodations to keep us warm and entertained on what turned out to be a snowy trip to one of our “bucket list” locations. Thanks Connor for such a memorable trip!
Amazing experience! We feel so fortunate to have had Connor as our guide. He is so passionate about the Sedona area and the history of Arizona, we were able to learn and make conversation on a variety of topics beyond just fact checks for the canyon. Do not pause — book this trip. You won’t find a better guide to take you through the Canyon and see more than just the lookout points.
My husband and I were so glad we chose to do this tour. We originally booked a very well-known & popular trip to the canyon but when we found Chad’s tour we decided that personal was much better than the big-group impersonal choice. We made the right decision! Chad lives in and loves the Sedona area. He is knowledgeable and very personable and his love for the Grand Canyon is contagious. 😊 Having a personal tour also lets everyone in the group enjoy the view without having to worry about navigating unknown roads. Also, we got to see the BEST view of the canyon that would’ve been missed if we had chosen another tour. I highly recommend Dynamic Journey Tours to all!
Our guide was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Made the day trip a fantastic experience. We did not need to worry about parking or lines, just let Connor take care of everything.
What an unbelievable and amazing experience!!! My daughter came out to Arizona for the first time since we moved here last summer, and I was looking to give her a different, special and more personalized experience than some of the canned tours you can book. Connor and Dynamic Journey Tours delivered big time and it was actually more and better than I expected. Even though I expected Connor to be very knowledgeable about the area in general and the Grand Canyon, his depth of knowledge was impressive and he always kept it interesting, personable and engaging. It was an experience we'll never forget, and we'll surely be repeat customers to experience some of their other fantastic journeys!!
We had an amazing day with Connor. He was extremely knowledgeable and made the most of our time together. If you want a canned tour this is not the one for you! Connor knows his stuff and was a delightful guide from start to finish. Sit back and relax as you take in all the magic and mystery that is the Grand Canyon!
We had a fantastic adventure with Connor to the Grand Canyon. He is so knowledgeable about everything and provided just a delightful day. We learned so much. I highly recommend them.
This was a family outing but would be great for any group. Chad was fantastic with all ages; entertaining and so very knowledgeable. The best day the family had during the whole vacation!
We booked the Vortex tour, the night sky tour and the grand canyon tour with Dynamic Journey Tours. Both Connor & Chad (owners and tour operators) were absolutely lovely to work with during the booking process. I asked many questions and they promptly provided thorough answers. Upon meeting them for our first tour we knew we had made the right choice booking with DJT. They were timely, warm and welcoming in addition to being incredibly knowledgeable and passionate. We took three tours with DJT and throughout, both Connor and Chad were accommodating and seemed to constantly anticipate our needs and preferences. Their passion is contagious and their welcoming warmth is apparent on every facet of their business. I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend DJT and I look forward to booking with them again on a return trip!
My kids and I spent a full day touring the Grand Canyon and surrounding areas with Chad- we had a fabulous time. Chad was so knowledgeable, told and shared interesting facts and stories and made the day a great one. Just a great person and guide. Will definitely look him up next time I’m in AZ!
Let me start by saying that our tour to the Grand Canyon was one of three tours we took with Dynamic Journey Tours. When I began my research of tours for my group of four, I had not intended to book a tour to the Grand Canyon. However, once I stumbled on Dynamic Journey Tours website, I was convinced that it would be a great day with no stress for my husband and other couple we were traveling with. My instincts were correct! We contacted tour operators Chad and Conner and easily communicated with them to get our tour set up. We chose a full day tour that took us to the painted desert, volcanic ash park, Hopi ruins and finally the Grand Canyon. Chad, our guide for the day, picked us up promptly for our 13 hour adventure. The day flew by with beautiful scenery and Chad’s great stories, taking us back in time to learn about the Hopi people and the geology of the area. On our drive, we discussed our expectations of the day, made lunch plans to enjoy lunch at the historic lodge at the Grand Canyon and be at the Grand Canyon for a perfect sunset. Our day was everything we had hoped for and more. Chad has now become a friend for life and we look forward to visiting with and touring with him in the future. We were very happy that we booked this tour and planned two others. Chad knows the area well and shared stories with us that we would not have learned anywhere else. Chad and Conner also helped us plan another tour, a Jeep adventure by giving us a recommendation of another local company in the area. (Both Chad and Conner have years of jeep tour experience as well). The goal of Dynamic Journey Tours is to share their passion about Sedona and make sure that you know and love Sedona by the time you leave. With that in mind, they can create a tour based on your interests and recommend other tours if theirs are not their expertise, such as a local UFO tour, (that we did not take but overlapped with one of our tours and saw another great tour operator working.). In summary, you will not be disappointed!
Connor is such an excellent and interesting guide. He knows Sedona and the Grand Canyon so well, as he has hiked quite a bit of it. When we got to the Grand Canyon, he took us to four different viewpoints to help us begin to comprehend the majesty and vastness of this magnificent natural wonder. We hiked a bit below the rim and he gave us an overview of the geology of the rock formations. Before returning to Sedona, we finished the day with a visit to the Cameron Trading Post. Connor gave us lots of opportunities for photos and took quite of few of us. We had adequate stops for food, water and rest rooms. We can't say enough good things about our day trip to the Canyon and we can't imagine a better guide for this journey.
Chad was well educated of the area, science and culture of the locals. He entertained us, made sure we were comfortable, offered stops and gave us excellent suggestions on restaurants. An all around great tour guide!!!
Got to ride in a van to the Colorado River - no donkeys here. Great picture opportunity as well for photophiles
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