Grand Canyon and Sedona Day Hike Combo
Day Hike Tours
2 Days, 0 Nights 3-9MI / 5-14KMTrip Highlights
This private 2-day package is an amazing opportunity to see two beautiful places that define Arizona’s canyon country: Grand Canyon, one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World; and Sedona, voted the #1 most beautiful place in the country in 2003 by USA Today. This two day hiking package will start and end in Flagstaff on the Grand Canyon day, and in Sedona or Flagstaff on the Sedona day. We take care of the driving to and from the trailheads and provide tasty picnic lunches, snacks and gear each day.
Your guide will pick you up at your local Flagstaff accommodations on day one, or if you’re staying in Sedona, you can rendezvous with your guide in Flagstaff. The first day is our Grand Canyon Discovery Tour. Our day begins with a 1.5-hour scenic drive up northern roadways to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. We will hike the South Kaibab Trail, a canyon favorite with stunning, expansive views! We will have a trailside lunch provided by your guide in the Grand Canyon. We will then visit several of the best viewpoints on the South Rim, and if time allows enjoy a longer shuttle east on Desert View Drive to the Watchtower and the East Entrance. Your guide will drive you back to your Flagstaff accommodations after the canyon hike and South Rim tour.
On the second day your guide will pick you up again at your hotel in Sedona or Flagstaff for a local, private Sedona day hike to iconic Cathedral Rock or up to spectacular Mitten Ridge. Cathedral Rock is a classic hike and a great choice for guests looking for a more moderate second day of hiking. Mitten Ridge was voted our Guides Choice day hike in Sedona, and is a better choice for guests looking to challenge themselves while soaking up more canyon country solitude. A tasty picnic lunch will be served trailside in Red Rock Country and your guide will return you to your accommodations in Sedona at the end of today’s hike.
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Private 2 Day Tour
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Stunning Ridge Hikes
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Transportation Included
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Mind Blowing Views
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Amazing History & Geology
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Trail Snacks & Lunch Both Days
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Trip Details
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Trip Type
Day Hike Tours -
Trip Length
2 Days, 0 Nights -
Daily Hiking Distance
Up to 9 mi -
Group Size
2-9 Guests
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Is This Trip Right For me?
This day hike combo is on well maintained trails with moderate hiking distances and elevation gains/losses. The trails have logs across them to reduce erosion, which create tall steps up and down. As private hikes, the distance we go is largely up to you so there is flexibility with the difficulty levels.
Hike Statistics
Day 1: Grand Canyon Discovery Tour
Trip Type: Private Hike
Distance: 3-6mi / 5-10km
Duration: 5-7 hours hiking + 2 hours South Rim Tour + 3-5 hour roundtrip shuttle
Difficulty: Level 2
Elevation Gain/Loss: up to 2040 feet
Quality of Trails: Regularly traveled but rugged and steep
Physical Requirements: Regular exercise and strong health
Max Group Size: 9 guests
Day 2: Sedona’s Cathedral Loop or Mitten Ridge Hike
Trip Type: Private Hike
Distance: 7-9mi / 11-14km
Duration: 4-7 hours
Difficulty: Level 1 or 2+
Elevation Gain/Loss: 600 or 1200 feet
Quality of Trails: Cathedral Rock is very well traveled and maintained (Level 2), Mitten Ridge is steep and rugged in places (Level 2+).
Physical Requirements: Regular exercise and strong health
Max Group Size: 9 guests
Trip Dates
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Rates
- 2 people: $595 per person
- 3 people: $450 per person
- 4-5 people: $385 per person
- 6-7 people: $310 per person
- 10 and younger: $250 per person
Private day hike tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include gratuity for your guide
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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A professional, knowledgeable, medically trained, friendly wilderness guide.
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A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you’d like, and as is possible in a day
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Transportation from Flagstaff (or Sedona on Day 2) to the trailheads and back
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Trail snacks and a picnic lunch
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Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
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Use of trekking poles
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Use of crampons in winter
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Mandatory 5% national park fee that passes through directly to Grand Canyon
What's Not Included
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Clothes, raingear, footwear, and personal items
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Water (3 liters capacity)
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Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)
Trip Logistics & FAQs
Where Do We Meet?
Both days we’ll pick you up at a specified time and location in Flagstaff, or on Day 2 we can pick you up in Sedona. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate the exact time and location of your rendezvous. Approximate Day 1 pick-up times are:
| Jan-Mar | 7:15-7:30 AM |
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| April | 6:45-7:00 AM |
| May | 5:45-6:00 AM |
| June-Aug | 4:45-5:00 AM |
| September | 6:45-7:00 AM |
| Oct-Dec | 7:15-7:30 AM |
Safety Precautions
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.
If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval on a case by case basis
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Eileen C
8 months agoA Super Trip
This trip leader was incredible. She created a trip that was challenging in parts and relaxed in other parts. She was knowledgeable with the type of plants and wildlife in this area. My husband and I would definitely sign up for another trip in the near future.
Linda T
1 year agoGreat Hikes
We loved the hike. It was hard, but our guide was prepared and encouraged us all the way! We would recommend highly!
Crystal O
1 year agoMost rewarding experiences
We did the 2 day Grand Canyon/Sedona hike with our guide, Michael. He was so positive, flexible, and happy. He encouraged us, educated us, carried our snacks, made picnic lunches…and offered endless smiles the whole weekend. He truly cared about our well-being and checked in often to make sure we were enjoying the hikes. I highly recommend this trip for those with an intermediate or advanced fitness level. It was hard, but one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. #wildlandtrekking #findyourhappy
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