We would have liked a little more time in Sedona. We had about 40 minutes to walk around, which included a rest room break. And we arrived and left early in the morning, before the shops were open not that we would have had time to shop. We realize the main point of the trip was the Grand Canyon, and that was great, which is why we rated it highly. However, since there is a stop in Sedona, it would have been nice to actually feel we had seen a bit of Sedona. There is a great variation in the tour guides, and it is the luck of the draw. The driver/guide we had from Phoenix to Sedona was great--lots of info, very personable. The driver/guide we had to the Canyon was a bit of a character, who told us lots of stories about himself and his life, name-dropping lots of people, but not quite giving us the info we were expecting to get about the area. The driver we had all the way back gave too much info, identifying every restaurant as we passed it on the road! The accommodations at the Grand Canyon were comfortable Maswik Lodge. We were lucky to have great, clear weather. They picked us up for the trip back earlier than we were originally told. So you may have slightly less time on that second day than you had planned.
Review by: Charles H, November 2017
The small mini van was old and very uncomfortable for the trip from Phoenix to Sedona where a newer van was used to the Grand Canyon. The driver/guide was informed and interesting. Upon arrival my friends were informed to their embarrassment, that their generous tip was not sufficient! I was shocked, it bothered me the rest of the trip. The return trip was late one hour and when we entered the only seats available was the back row and very hard for four people in their mid seventies and eighties! However, the Grand Canyon was spectacular.
Review by: Beata P, October 2017
This tour was great, we could see a lot and it was well organized. staying over night it is a very good idea, it allows experience canyon on your own, see the sunset, sunrise, take a long walk. The only thing what we were not happy about was the ride back home, the driver was crazy and people got really scared inside the bus.
Review by: Judith K, October 2017
The overnight tour of the Grand Canyon out of Phoenix was fantastic. Including transportation to the Grand Canyon with a stop in Sedona, one night's lodging at the Maswik Lodge, a tour of awesome views along the canyon rim, and transportation back, it was also a great value. The tour ran smoothly. Our guides, Manny, JR, and Ray, all provided personalized, warm, friendly, and informative guiding. I found them all to be caring and concerned as well as entertaining. Lodging at Maswik was simple but clean and adequate, and the lodge provided a good cafe with many choices, as well as help in setting up other activities. Everything worked together to provide a troublefree and seamless experience, and I felt that I had time to really see and absorb the wondrous Canyon. I'm so glad that I had my first experience of this awesome natural wonder with this tour, run by Ma and Pa Tours. Excellent experience.
Review by: hlt54, April 2017
Really enjoyed the trip. Stayed in a great hotel in Grand Canyon. Would have liked more time in Sedona and less at the trading outlet. The tour guides were informative and helpful but one guide was way too pushy about tipping. Suggesting the amount per person and putting up a sign. Tips are optional and should be what a person can afford, for some people the cost of the tour is expensive enough. Please combine the tip in the tour price. Would have liked more information and contact from the tour company. We contacted them to confirm pick up but were never given any information regarding where we would be lodging or pick up time.
Review by: Carmen S, February 2017
We would recommend staying over night at the Grand Canyon, this enabled us to view and tour more of the Grand Canyon at our leisure. The accommodations were very nice. Our driver/guide was very nice and informative.
Review by: Janet L, October 2016
Surpassed our expectations. The drive from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon was wonderful. Great guide. Loved the stop at the Navajo reservation where we stopped to eat the lunch that we bought in a lovely restaurant/bakery in Sedona. Overnight accommodations at the Canyon were terrific. We able to watch elk out the window of our room. Highly recommend this tour.
Review by: AMITOJ S, September 2016
It was well organized. The guides on both the days were very nice and explained a lot about all the attractions on the way.
Review by: Ada, September 2016
The trip was fantastic. We got the information we needed on time. I had some questions about accommodation that were responded in a very informative and accurate way. The guides were excellent. The hotel at the Grand Canyon was very good. Everything went well. The only exception was the transportation on the way back to Phoenix. It was a small mini bus the passengers that had booked for the day had taken the best seats. We were uncomfortably seated. This lasted for half of the trip. Fortunately we changed vehicle at midway. Apart from this everything went really well. Thanks.
Review by: Jasbir Singh Bhatia, September 2016
It was well organized. The guides on both the days were very nice and explained a lot about all the attractions on the way.
Review by: kathleen r, July 2016
Awesome!!!!!!!
Review by: Trudi, July 2016
First, driver going was a bit unprofessional. Did not get a clear vision of the trip. Driver on return trip was fantastic and explained every stop and many sights along the way. Sedona visit was way too short. Too bad a fire prevented us from seeing the RED rocks were blurred. Did not know we'd be stopping at a great ethnic restaurant for lunch. Thought our stop in Sedona was it. We ate on bus and missed out on a great meal. Hotel is not for seniors. We were lucky to be in a room with air, but it was a hike uphill to our building 4 we changed it from 5 as they had nothing closer. Unless you are young and could go to bottom of Canyon, you miss a lot. I would not recommend anyone make this trip unless they can afford the helicopter tour or can get to the bottom of canyon.
Review by: Camilla D, June 2016
Dreadful start redeemed when they changed tour guide and driver. 45 minutes late on collection then drove like the clappers, scaring everyone on board. In Sedona a new driver took over than goodness and he couldn't have been better informed, or more careful. The accommodation at Grand canyon was good and it is an excellent place to stop over with so many free activities to do arranged by the park rangers. Providing this company have addressed the driver issue then I think it is a good tour.
Review by: Youn-ho L, June 2016
Car picked us up was ragged, and 45 minutes behind the schedule the driver never apologize for it._br/_ I would recommend giving a through thought on why you are choosing this option._br/_ The tour includes transportation and one night stay in Grand canyon. Tour guide did not cover Actual grand canyon, and made me wonder exactly what they do to cost me that much money.
Review by: Sharmei C, April 2016
the tour was great! friendly driver/tour guide. My husband and I met Chris on the first day of the tour. We stopped in Sedona for 20 minutes (really short time) and we had lunch (not included on the trip) in Canyon Market. Also, the 2nd day we have Smokey it was fun as well! worth it.
Review by: Amei, April 2016
the tour was great! friendly driver/tour guide. My husband and I met Chris on the first day of the tour. We stopped in Sedona for 20 minutes (really short time) and we had lunch (not included on the trip) in Canyon Market. Also, the 2nd day we have Smokey it was fun as well! worth it.
Review by: Melanie M, November 2015
Had an amazing trip. The guide was really knowledgeable and was also very helpful. Saw some beautiful scenery. Would definitely recommend it.
Review by: Wenbo Z, July 2015
The trip is great. Tour guide did not share much information other than providing transportation services.
Review by: Michelle C, July 2015
It was a great trip! The guides we had were all fantastic. I don't think the 1-day tour would have given us enough time - the 2-Day tour was barely enough! The accommodation was decent but not fantastic. The one thing that I would suggest is to advise those guest overnighting in the grand canyon about the limited restaurant options and facilitate making a reservation in one of the few that are available. _br/_
Even on the 2-day tour there wasn't enough time in Sedona. Next time I would want to spend more time in both Sedona and the grand canyon but this definately was enough to wet the appetite._br/_
Otherwise it was an awe inspiring trip!
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