The 5 Phoenix Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,405 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $235Our pick

See Sedona and the Grand Canyon South Rim in one long Arizona day, with small-group transport, expert guides, and hotel pickup from Phoenix.

“Aldo was a fantastic host! He made a long trip feel quick and fun all day long. Aldo makes terrific recommendations for restaurants, excursions, and wants his guests to really enjoy their time on this tour. Take the helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon, it’s worth it. Thank you Aldo for making our tour one we will never forget! Cheers!”

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2.Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,395 reviews · from $57Best value

Kayak the Lower Salt River through Tonto National Forest, with wild horses, swift water, mountain views, and a convenient shuttle back.

“Incredible experience! We can't wait to do it again soon! The staff could not have been more friendly!”

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3.Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,049 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $260

Review of Phoenix’s sunrise balloon ride over the Sonoran Desert, with a 45 to 60 minute flight, champagne toast, breakfast, and hotel transfer option.

“My wife and I enjoyed the ride. The arrival process, ride to the site, and balloon experience was nice and smooth. Hovering at about 7,900 feet above was not intimidating at all. Loved it! If you are interested in being in a space with your husband or wife, ensure you let the crew know beforehand. We ended up sharing the space with another kind lady. It would have been nice to be in our part of the basket by ourselves as we were celebrating our anniversary. But it was cool. I’m sure it would have been accommodated if I would have mentioned it. All in all, great experience that I…”

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4.3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,947 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Take a three-hour Tomcar ride through Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, with rough trails, mountain views, desert lessons, and plenty of driving.

“This was an amazing view of the desert, our tour guide Ken was very knowledgeable and really made it a lot of fun. Great way to learn about desert plants and animals.”

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5.Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 709 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $209

Float over Phoenix’s Sonoran Desert at sunrise, then toast the morning with Champagne on this small-group Rainbow Ryders balloon ride.

“The Rainbow Raiders team was very friendly, and the experience was excellent! You have to do this at least once in your life, and no matter your age, you feel quite safe. Excellent!”

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