Top Flagstaff Historical Tours

This Grand Canyon day trip from Flagstaff or Sedona is limited to no more than 14 people, ensuring you enjoy a more personalized Grand Canyon experience. The tour blends ancient ruins, lava fields, majestic volcanoes, and amazing views throughout Grand Canyon National Park and the remarkable Painted Desert. Highlights include a drive along the South Rim and East Rim; visits to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and Wupatki National Monument; and a Southwestern lunch at a historic Navajo reservation.

Flagstaff is best known as the gateway to the San Francisco Peaks mountain range and the Grand Canyon, but it’s worth spending some time exploring the historic town too. On this tour, discover Flagstaff’s small-town charms on a guided tour and choose from a variety of options. Join a walking tour and enjoy extra time to browse the shops and take photos; explore further on a leisurely bike tour; or zip between the sights on a Segway.

Visit the Grand Canyon on a full-day tour from Flagstaff. Stop at viewpoints along the South Rim drive including Grand Canyon Village, Yavapai Point, Lipan Point, and Desert View Watchtower. On the return to Flagstaff, spend time at the Cameron Trading Post, which carries art work and handicrafts made by Native American artists. Includes entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend a day exploring the Grand Canyon's Inner Gorge on a full-day excursion from Flagstaff—ideal for travelers of all ages and physical conditions. With this tour, save time searching for parking or waiting in the visitor center’s long lines, and journey 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) to the bottom of the canyon in an air-conditioned, off-road vehicle. This leaves just enough time for lunch at the river’s edge.

Private Grand Canyon tour in a luxury SUV with an expert local guide. Secluded vistas away from the crowds. Fantastic lunch in a historic lodge where Teddy Roosevelt once frequented!

Currently the Park Service is not allowing us to mix groups due to COVID-19 safety procedures, so we are unable to provide this tour for less than 6 people. If you have a smaller group, please reach out to our company directly to discuss other options. Family-friendly sightseeing of the South Rim of Grand Canyon in style. Our customized Vans never have more than 9 guests, so you enjoy a comfortable tour with a knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic guide who loves what they do. We provide transportation from your hotel or campground in Flagstaff with everything you need to have a great time. Grab your camera and leave the lunch (Mar 15 - Oct 31)*, snacks, beverages, and driving to us! Lunch ordered after booking: Roast Beef, Ham, Turkey, Vegetarian, PB & J. Gluten and/or dairy free available upon request. * In winter we take you to the El Tovar for lunch. You will be responsible for your own bill. The tour is automatically discounted $20 per person.

Freaky Flagstaff Foottours takes you on a guided adventure to some of downtown Flagstaff's favorite haunts! Flagstaff, Arizona is a serene mountain town nestled against the base of the San Francisco Peaks…a quiet refuge from the wild Wild West since the 1800s…NOT! This pine-treed, aspen-dotted little gem has been a rockin' and a rollin' and a drinkin' and a fightin ' since before the railroad track was laid.There are plenty of tales to tell and spirits to raise, and Freaky Flagstaff will take you to some of the hot-spots (that's ghost-hunter lingo!) in town.

Discover Monument Valley and its iconic features on this daylong excursion from Flagstaff. You'll see why the red rock formations have served as the backdrop for countless movies, including John Wayne films. Get up close on a guided tour, including the Navajo Nation reservation and a  historic trading post. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Antelope Canyon — a narrow slot canyon carved to stunning perfection throughout the millennia — is a sight to behold. Photo opportunities abound as soft hues illuminate the twisting sandstone cliffs. See this renowned beauty of the American Southwest on a day trip from Flagstaff, with stops at the Cameron Trading Post and Horseshoe Bend. Boxed lunch included.

Get a closer look at the striking slot canyons and desert landscapes of the American Southwest on this day trip from Flagstaff. Shop for Native American art at the historic Cameron Trading Post, marvel at the postcard-perfect views from Horseshoe Bend, and explore the sandstone walls of scenic Antelope Canyon, plus much more. A boxed lunch is also included.

Take a Fun and Informative Stroll Through Downtown Flagstaff On Your Own Time! This tour is offered with two versions, both of which you will have access to: Walk and Watch - Headphones are HIGHLY recommended. You will stroll at your own pace from stop to stop and at each location you can push play on the video. Walk and Read - We will provide you with a .pdf version of our walking tour, with one full page of text and pictures for each stop along your tour. On this tour you will discover cool facts and interesting stories around topics like: the railroad, Route 66, the lumber industry, early residents, the naming of Flagstaff, building architecture, and more! The tour will likely take about 1.5 hours total to complete. After your purchase, we will message you WITHIN VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR with access to your self-guided walking tour. This will often be within 1 hour, but can sometimes take up to 12 hours. Please plan accordingly. Enjoy!

Explore the Grand Canyon and other top attractions on a full-day tour from Flagstaff. Visit Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Wupatki National Monument, and the Cameron Trading Post to learn about Arizona's Native American tribes and natural history. Continue to the Grand Canyon and soak in its majestic beauty from several lookout points on the South Rim. Includes lunch, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on a full-day tour from Flagstaff, and spend the day exploring high mesas, towering buttes, and a spectacular desert landscape. Travel the Loop Road through the heart of Monument Valley, take in panoramic views from John Ford Point, and learn about Navajo history and culture along the way. This full-day Monument Valley tour includes pickup and drop-off in Flagstaff, entrance fees, and lunch, and it’s limited to 14 people for personal service.

No trip to Arizona is complete without seeing the Grand Canyon, whose beauty is well worth the 90 minute drive from Flagstaff. Travel on a guided full-day group tour to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, learning about about the landscape as you go and avoiding the hassle of fees and parking in one of the United States’ most popular National Parks. Stop along the way to view famous landmarks, eat dinner, and catch the sunset.

Explore the mystical ‘energies’ of the city of Sedona during this sightseeing day trip from Flagstaff. Pass through the scenic Oak Creek Canyon before spending a few hours learning about the town’s supposed ‘vortex’ sites. You’ll have the afternoon to explore the numerous art galleries and lunch options at your own pace.

Explore the iconic Grand Canyon, along with some of its lesser-known nearby attractions, during this private day trip from Flagstaff. Stroll across an ancient lava flow at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, then visit the 1,500-year-old Pueblo ruin of ‘Wupatki.’ Cap it all off with a visit to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, including plenty of free time for independent exploration.

Learn all about the history, geology, and more with a fully narrated tour of the Grand Canyon's South Rim as we drive through this beautiful and diverse landscape. You will also take a one-way first class train ride *January - October is a northbound train ride to the Grand Canyon in the morning, November - December is a southbound train ride from Grand Canyon at end of day. Trip also visits Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Reservation and Little Colorado gorge with views of the Painted Desert. Please note our cancellation policy is to notify us 72 hours in advance of your tour to receive a full refund.

Learn all about the history, geology, and more with a fully narrated tour of the Grand Canyon's South Rim as we drive through this beautiful and diverse landscape. You will also take a one-way coach class train ride *January - October is a northbound train ride to the Grand Canyon in the morning, November - December is a southbound train ride from Grand Canyon in the afternoon on the way back. Trip also visits Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Reservation and Little Colorado gorge with views of the Painted Desert. Please note our cancellation policy is to notify us 72 hours in advance of your tour to receive a full refund, no exceptions.

You’ve heard about it, now witness it for yourself! Nothing can compare to a Grand Canyon sunset. No words can truly describe the beauty of the ever-changing colors, light, and shadows. A Grand Canyon sunset is one of those things that you must witness for yourself to truly appreciate. This is a tour you will never forget! Dinner is included.

Learn all about the history, geology, and more with a fully narrated tour of the Grand Canyon's South Rim as we drive through this beautiful and diverse landscape. Lunch on your own at the Grand Canyon Village*. Trip also visits Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Reservation and Little Colorado gorge with views of the Painted Desert. *Due to Covid-19, lunch options at the Grand Canyon are very limited, Cameron Trading Post may be an option for lunch.

Discover The Best of Our Flagstaff’s Beginnings City Tour On Your Own Time! Take an epic journey across 500 million years of history & unearth the ancient, and more modern, beginnings of Flagstaff, AZ. **This is a park and listen tour. Walking around exploring stops is not required, but always HIGHLY encouraged. You can experience this tour from any audio device: mobile smartphone, tablet, mp3 player or flash drive. You can either stream live or download. Your Flagstaff Beginnings experience includes a tour stop list, tour stop map, and audio tracks for each stop along the tour. The tour will likely take about 1 to 2 hours total to complete, depending on how much exploring you do along the way. After your purchase, we will message you WITHIN VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR access to your tour. This will usually take about an hour, but can sometimes be delayed for up to 12 hours. Only one tour purchase is needed for your group.

This unique and fascinating journey will take you into the heart of Hopi country. Visit the oldest continuously occupied villages in the United States and experience Native American culture and their history. Note: Tour not available on Christmas Day, December 25th.

Combine visits to the Navajo Indian Reservation and the East and South Rims of the Grand Canyon during this full-day tour from Sedona. Round-trip transportation from Sedona hotels provided.