Visit Phoenix, Scottsdale, Meteor Crater, Winslow, Petrified Forest, Canyon de Chelly, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon NP and Sedona.
The incredible state of Arizona offers so much to discover as you cruise around it on our Amazing Arizona Road Trip. You’ll pass through red rock deserts, luxury spa towns, vibrant cities, wild west culture and, let’s not forget – The Grand Canyon! Arizona is simply one of the most beautiful road trip States to explore; each stop will surely leave unforgettable memories.
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We’ll suggest properties to match your preferred budget, be it low-cost, mid-range or high-end luxury that you’re looking for. We can also mix it up so you’ll experience a range of standards and experiences along your road trip.
All of our American road trips can be tailored to meet your requirements. Do you have more or less than 12 days for your road trip? No problem, we can bolt on extra nights to allow more time to explore or shorten the number of destinations as required.
After touching down in Phoenix, you’ll pick up your rental car at the airport and take a short drive to one of the luxury resort hotels in Scottsdale, Phoenix.
A full day to recuperate at your leisure, spend your time relaxing by the pool or spoiling yourself in the hotel’s spa. Ready to start exploring straight away? The Phoenix area has so much to offer; one of our favourite activities is to take a hot air balloon ride as the sun rises over the Sonoran Desert. Remember, your detailed Road Trip Pack will inform you of all the sightseeing options available in the area. Do as many or as few as you like, or stay by the pool if you prefer.
Keen to stretch your legs in Scottsdale? Here are some of our top suggestions for things to see and do. How about horse riding through the Sonoran Desert, as it’s a great way to get up close to this peaceful desert environment. Beautiful Papago Park offers red rocks, botanical gardens and a wonderful zoo. Or, perhaps you’ll decide to experience some local art & culture, such as a visit to Scottsdale’s Museum of the West or Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home – Taliesin West.
Included within the detailed Road Trip Pack we provide clients, you’ll find suggestions on the best route to take and the numerous points of interest found along each drive. Today, we recommend you enjoy the beautiful scenery along Highway 87 as you move onto Winslow. The one absolute must-do in the area is the astounding Meteor Crater (pictured), located just west of Winslow on Route 66.
This vast National Monument is located in Chinle, Arizona. Canyon de Chelly contains a fascinating archaeological site. The Puebloan people built their homes into the cliff walls, and these dwellings remain in evidence to this day. You can enjoy rim drives and hikes, such as the popular White House Trail.
Continue north on another short drive to Monument Valley on the Arizona-Utah State line. Once you’ve arrived in the epic landscape, you can take a guided tour on horseback, an off-road jeep experience, or simply kick back and enjoy the outstanding views. The iconic rock formations known as “The Mittens” are visible from every room or cabin at The View Hotel. A jaw-dropping panorama that only gets better as the sunsets behind it.
Among the red rocks lies a small water oasis known as Lake Powell. The lake encircles beautiful rock formations, sandstone cliffs and even beaches. Lake Powell differs from Utah’s other wonders in that it is man-made, but this fact doesn’t detract from its beauty. The best way to see the lake is on the water itself. You can hire a boat or take a guided boat trip from the Lake Powell Marina. Once you’re back on dry land, why not head to Horseshoe Bend (pictured) and watch the sunset on the horizon behind this epic (and free) road trip attraction.
Beautiful Antelope Canyon includes two separate, photogenic slot canyon sections, referred to individually as Upper Antelope Canyon or The Crack; and Lower Antelope Canyon or The Corkscrew. Make sure your camera has plenty of memory for photos you’ll take – these are the most photographed slot canyons in the southwest of America.
The world’s largest and most well-known geological wonder is simply staggering. Two billion years in the making, the Colorado River has forged a mile deep, 18 miles wide and 277 mile long gauge into northern Arizona. Following our route, you’ll stay at the South Rim, which has the best lodging and facilities for viewing the Grand Canyon.
Lying directly south of the Grand Canyon, the up-scale spa town of Sedona is encircled by multi-hued red stone formations that rise from the desert floor. You’ll have the difficult choice between relaxing at your luxury resort, exploring one of the area’s superb State Parks, or perhaps you’ll prefer an adventure tour.
Sedona is often voted as one of the “Most Beautiful Places in America”, and it’s easy to see why this area is so highly regarded. Sedona feels like a luxury resort town, nestled within a mini National Park. Why not indulge in some retail therapy or a spa treatment, or maybe enjoy some hiking and biking, or how about a Jeep, ATV or Segway tour – Sedona has something for everyone.
It’s easy to see why Sedona is so popular with the rich and famous. Celebrities are often spotted here, as many make Sedona their second home. This is your last evening in Sedona; tomorrow, you’ll take the short drive back to Phoenix for your flight back to the UK. We can always add additional days though; why not make this a 14-night trip? It’s totally up to you. Our friendly Road Trip Planners can guide you through where to add additional time based on your interests. A Dude Ranch stay is one possibility, along with the option to add Tuscon to the itinerary.
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Not a problem. If you are lucky enough to have extra time to explore more places or add more rest days, then just let us know and we’ll adjust your trip to match your preferred timescale.
We strongly advise that you purchase travel insurance for your holiday to cover you against medical expenses, theft and other financial costs. Should you need to cancel before travelling, some insurance policies may pay out for any loss of funds that have been paid to us and which cannot be refunded under our cancellation policy.
Many of our trips have a different end destination than the starting point, so this is not a problem. Please note a fee sometimes applies for one-way rentals between other regions or states, which will be paid to the supplier directly when collecting the vehicle. We’ll endeavour to inform you of this charge within your quote.
No, far from it. We work with a range of properties from 3* to 5*, so we can adapt the trip to match most budgets. We have access to rooms in more than 800 hotels, motels, lodges and B&Bs across North America.
The minimum age to rent a car is 21 in the United States or Canada, although, in addition, any drivers under 25 years of age will generally incur a surcharge.
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