This isn’t just a trip, it’s the kind of journey that lingers with you.
Over seven beautifully curated days, you’ll travel from the vibrant desert energy of Phoenix into the sacred landscapes of Navajo Nation, where every canyon, curve, and horizon carries deep cultural meaning. Along the way, you’ll experience some of the Southwest’s most iconic sights including Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and the Grand Canyon, each one breathtaking in its own way.
What makes this journey truly unforgettable is the connection. Guided by Navajo experts, you won’t just see the land, you’ll understand it through stories, traditions, and lived experience.
With comfortable accommodations, thoughtful pacing, and meaningful cultural moments woven throughout, everything is designed to feel seamless and intentional.
It’s more than a beautiful escape, it’s a deeper kind of travel.
The kind you feel long after you’ve returned home.
👟 Activity Level
Moderate with a few physically active highlights. 3 to 6 hours per day (including touring, walking, and light hiking)
🚶Terrain
Expect dry, warm conditions, open landscapes, and minimal shade in some areas. Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection are essential.
🚌 Travel Time
💫 Best For
Travelers who crave nature, iconic landscapes, and photography opportunities. Perfect for culturally curious, experience-driven travelers who want more than just sightseeing.
(includes flights, hotel, and transfers)
Land Only Package
(flights and transfers NOT included)
Note: In the Land Only package you will make your own flight arrangements and transportation to/from the hotel upon arrival and departure. Overton Travel can assist you with these arrangements upon request.
Airline: American Airlines (AA)
April 2 | Flight AA2646
New York (JFK) → Phoenix (PHX)
Departure: 8:16 AM → Arrival: 10:56 AM
RETURN FLIGHT
Airline: American Airlines (AA)
April 8–9 | Flight AA1587
Phoenix (PHX) → New York (JFK)
Departure: 11:13 PM (Apr 8) → Arrival: 7:00 AM (Apr 9)
All seats included in the Full Package group booking are in Economy Class
Please contact Overton Travel at the time of booking if you would like to upgrade your seat.
Upgrades to Business Class seats can be done, based on availability at the time of booking.
Specific seats on the flight cannot be guaranteed with group bookings
Seats are assigned by the airlines. If you would like a specific seat, contact the airline directly after you receive your travel document to request a specific seat.
Also note, that some airlines do not assign seats in advance for group bookings, and seats will be assigned at the airport upon check-in.
If you need a specific seat, you should not purchase your flights as part of the group booking. You should purchase your flights separately as an individual ticket.
All of the accommodations have been selected with your comfort and safety in mind. Where possible, Navajo-owned hotels are included.
Click the links to view the properties.
Mesa: Home2 Suites by Hilton Mesa Longbow or similar
Tucked just off Loop 202 in Mesa, this all-suite hotel offers a relaxed and convenient stay near Boeing and Falcon Field Airport. With easy access to Longbow Golf Club and Desert Trails Bike Park, plus spacious suites with kitchens and complimentary breakfast, it’s a comfortable home base for both exploration and extended stays.
Window Rock: Quality Inn or similar
Set in the center of Window Rock, this hotel places you right in the heart of Navajo Nation’s capital. Steps from cultural landmarks, museums, and artisan shops, it’s an ideal base for immersing yourself in local heritage and discovering authentic Native-made treasures.
Chinle: Thunderbird Lodge or similar
Surrounded by stunning desert landscapes, this lodge offers a rustic yet authentic stay rooted in Navajo culture. With canyon viewpoints just outside your door and easy access to iconic sites like Spider Rock, it’s the perfect gateway to guided tours, scenic drives, and unforgettable hikes.
Tuba - NavajoLand Hotel or similar
Located in downtown Tuba City, this hotel puts you within walking distance of historic landmarks like the Trading Post and Code Talkers Museum. With additional cultural sites just a short drive away, it’s a convenient base for exploring the rich traditions of Navajo Nation.
Page: Best Western View of Lake Powell Hotel or similar
Perched high along the scenic western rim with unobstructed area views, the Best Western View of Lake Powell Hotel serves as the perfect base for exploring Page’s most famous attractions. The hotel’s downtown location provides convenient access to Lake Powell Boulevard’s restaurants and shops while offering boat parking for water recreation enthusiasts.
Phoenix: Drury Inn & Suites or similar
Nestled just off Interstate 17, this hotel offers a convenient and well-connected stay about 30 minutes north of downtown Phoenix. Its prime location provides easy access to major routes leading to Scottsdale, Sedona, and even the Grand Canyon, while also placing you close to the scenic Sonoran Desert Preserve—perfect for hiking, biking, and soaking in the natural beauty of the Southwest.
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Tipping throughout this Arizona and Navajo Nation journey is customary and warmly appreciated. It’s a thoughtful way to acknowledge great service, cultural hospitality, and the care provided along the way.
Here are general guidelines to help you:
Tour Guides:
Full Day Service: $10–$15 per person, per day
Half Day Service: $5–$8 per person, per day
Drivers/ Private Transfers:
Full Day Service: $5–$10 per person, per day
Airport Transfers: $3–$5 per person
Porters:
$1–$2 per bag
Hotel Staff / Maid Service:
$2–$3 per room, per night
Restaurants:
A gratuity of 18–20% is customary if not already included
Jeep / Canyon / Specialty Tour Guides:
$10–$15 per person, per tour
Cultural Presenters / Performers:
$3–$5 per person is appreciated when appropriate
Note: For your convenience, tipping for your tour guide, driver, and porters may already be included in your package—please refer to your trip details for confirmation.
You begin your day with breakfast before setting out on a scenic journey deeper into Arizona’s vast desert landscapes, watching the terrain shift as you leave the city behind. Along the way, you pause at the Crystal Forest Museum for a quick stretch and a chance to browse unique Southwestern souvenirs.
Entering Petrified Forest National Park, you experience one of the most surreal landscapes in the Southwest—colorful badlands, ancient fossilized trees, and dramatic rock formations unfolding around you.
As you travel through the park, you stop at iconic viewpoints like the Rainbow Forest, Blue Mesa, and Agate Bridge, capturing unforgettable photos while enjoying your boxed lunch surrounded by nature.
Continuing north, you cross into Navajo Nation, where the scenery becomes even more expansive and culturally rich.
At Window Rock Tribal Park & Veteran's Memorial, you take in the striking natural rock formation and, if available, step inside the Navajo Nation Council Chambers for a deeper cultural connection.
Your day concludes with a warm welcome in Window Rock, where you enjoy dinner and a special cultural visit that introduces you to Navajo traditions and community.
You begin the day inside the glowing curves of Antelope Canyon, where sunlight filters through narrow sandstone walls in mesmerizing beams of light. Then, you take in the dramatic curve of the Colorado River at Horseshoe Bend before continuing to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. Exploring by Hummer, you stop at panoramic viewpoints that reveal the canyon’s vast beauty—ending your journey with one of the most iconic sights in the world.
Arizona, USA 
