All About a Stay in Sedona
Of Grand Canyon's gateway towns, Sedona is farthest from Grand Canyon, a little over two hours. However,
it is truly among the most gorgeous and 'fun' cities in America. Amenities abound--great
restaurants, hotels, and resorts. Epic scenery and hiking. World class shopping. The road from Sedona
to Grand Canyon is also gorgeous.
A bit of warning: if you will visit the Grand Canyon, it gets snow in winter! Consider lodging in
lower-altitude, warmer Sedona. That way, you can check next day's Grand Canyon weather before you
drive or start a tour there. If the weather looks bad, you will be glad you are in warmer Sedona with
its many activities. You can postpone your Grand Canyon trip until the sun shines!
Although hotels are numerous, Sedona is an extremely popular town, so book your lodging as soon as you can.
Be ready for long traffic snarls.
Grand Canyon Tours from Sedona AZ
Your nicest Grand Canyon tour from Sedona actually begins in Flagstaff! Let me explain. Other Grand Canyon
tours, ones that start and end in Sedona, last a grueling 12-14 hours. Instead, you can drive your own
car for about 40 minutes to Flagstaff, arriving at 8:00 AM. Here you can join our
Ultimate Full Day Tour.
When you arrive in Flagstaff, we will pick you up at the Denny's restaurant on the right side just
as you enter town. Super-easy to find. They are happy to have your car there during the tour. Arrive
early for breakfast if you like!
The drive from Sedona to Flagstaff is very scenic. It offers a hidden advantage: you will cut
about 2 hours from 'their' tours. When we return you to your car in Flagstaff at about 5:00 PM,
you might choose to have your dinner there, in one of Flagstaff's excellent restaurants (see below). Then
you can have a leisurely drive back to Sedona on your own schedule, in your own car, and directly to
your hotel instead of waiting for drop-offs.
See details of Canyon Dave's Ultimate Full Day
Tour, and remember that our Sedona guests must start the tour in Flagstaff, about a
40-minute drive.
Canyon Dave's
Ultimate Full Day Grand Canyon Tour
'from Sedona'
Flagstaff Restaurants for Sedona Travelers to Grand Canyon:
- $$$ Black Bart's Steakhouse—The amazing wait-staff flits on stage to sing for you!
- $$ Fat Olives for the best pizza in the land.
- $$ Wildflower Bread Company--great sandwiches and salads.
- $$ Himalayan Grill or Delhi Palace—Classic delicious India dishes.
- $$ Pato Thai Cuisine or Dara Thai—Highly rated Thai food.
- $$ Tappan Fuji—They have those fun tables where the chef juggles your entree.
- $ Try Tacos Los Altos for good Mexican food with atmosphere.
Many Flagstaff fast food, Subway, and other inexpensive restaurants are nearby.
