Grand Canyon Sunset Tour from Sedona — Sunset Views, Desert Geology & Navajo Land
Drive from Sedona to the South and East rims of the Grand Canyon for a dinner-and-sunset experience that times the canyon’s dramatic color changes. Includes hotel pickup, park fees, and a guided sequence of overlooks.
The Experience
Before You Go
Layer for rapid temperature change
Temperatures on the rim can drop 20–30°F after sunset — bring a warm jacket even if Sedona was hot that morning.
Bring a headlamp for post-sunset return
You’ll board the coach after dark; a headlamp or phone light makes finding seats and steps easier.
Reserve pickup details early
Hotel information is required 72 hours before departure — confirm your pickup point in advance to avoid delays.
Child car seat rule
Arizona law requires children eight and under to use a car seat or booster — families must bring their own.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Desert View Watchtower on the East Rim for unobstructed river perspectives
- •Lipan Point for a quieter vantage of the canyon’s layered walls
Wildlife
- •California condor (rare but visible from select overlooks)
- •Mule deer and elk around dawn and dusk
Conservation Note
The park runs a condor recovery and monitoring program; stay on designated trails and pack out all trash to limit impacts on fragile canyon rims.
The canyon has been inhabited and traversed for millennia by ancestral Puebloan peoples and is central to Hopi and Navajo cultural landscapes; Euro-American tourism expanded with early 20th-century rail and road access.
Photographer's Notes
- • Mather Point (South Rim)
- • Desert View Watchtower (East Rim)
- • Lipan Point
What to Bring
Insulating jacketEssential
Keeps you warm as temperatures plunge after sunset on the rim.
Sturdy walking shoesEssential
Provides traction on paved and uneven viewpoint paths.
Sun protection (hat, SPF, sunglasses)Essential
High desert sun is intense during the daytime stretches of the tour.
Camera or binoculars
Helps capture distant buttes, cliffs, and the Colorado River’s ribbon far below.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and when does it depart?
The full-day tour lasts about 10.5 hours, departing Sedona between 11:00 and 11:30 a.m., and returning around 9:30–10:00 p.m.; times shift seasonally to match sunset.
Are park entrance fees included?
Yes — National Park entrance fees are included in the tour price.
Is dinner provided?
Yes — the tour includes a dinner stop timed before sunset.
Can children ride on this tour?
Children are welcome, but Arizona law requires children eight and younger to be secured in a car seat or booster that families must supply.
Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?
The tour is primarily bus-based with short walks at viewpoints; it’s suitable for those who can stand and walk short distances, but not for those needing extended assisted mobility.
What should I bring for photography?
Bring a camera with a mid-range zoom (24–200mm equivalent), a small tripod or monopod for low-light shots, and extra batteries — the cold and long day can drain power.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
10–11 hours
Location
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Low fitness needed; expect mostly bus travel with short, easy walks at viewpoints and some standing.
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