Scenic Ground & Helicopter Grand Canyon Tour from Scottsdale & Phoenix

Outline
Take a scenic journey from Phoenix or Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon, combining a guided ground tour through Arizona’s landscapes with an unforgettable helicopter flight over the canyon’s deepest and widest sections.

Cost:  From $559/person

Duration: Full day (approx. 12–13 hours)

Departs: Select Resorts & Hotels

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HIGHLIGHTS
Luxury ground tour
Custom 13-passenger vehicle
Scenic canyon viewpoints
Helicopter flight experience
Expert local guides

ITINERARY
Discover Arizona’s most iconic scenery on our Colors & Canyons adventure—a full-day combination of a guided ground tour and a breathtaking 45‑minute helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon. After pickup in the Phoenix/Scottsdale/Tempe area, we’ll travel north through the Sonoran Desert, watching the landscape transform as we climb into the high country—passing the outskirts of Flagstaff with views of the San Francisco Peaks and Northern Arizona’s sweeping pine forests.

At the Grand Canyon South Rim, you’ll enjoy time inside Grand Canyon National Park with stops at several scenic viewpoints, plus free time to stroll along the rim, take photos, visit shops, or grab a bite to eat (meals are at your own expense). Then it’s time for the highlight: your helicopter flight showcases the canyon from above—soaring over dramatic terrain including the Kaibab National Forest, the Colorado River, the meeting of the Little Colorado River, and the canyon’s most expansive vistas as you fly through the Dragon Corridor (the deepest, widest section). After an unforgettable day, we’ll begin the return journey back to Phoenix/Scottsdale.

Cost

• $559/adult; $480/child (ages 3–12)
• Private option: $1200 for 1–5 passengers; $2000 for groups of 6–13. Helicopter flight is not included in the private price and is an additional $360/person. To book a private tour, email [email protected].
• International guest notice (effective Jan 1, 2026): A new National Park Service policy requires a $100 Non‑Resident fee per non‑U.S. citizen/non‑resident (age 16+). You may be able to purchase an entry pass instead—visit HERE for details.

Departs: Tours depart daily between 6:00–7:00 AM and returns approximately 7pm-8pm from select hotels/resorts in the Phoenix, Scottsdale & Tempe area. Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed the day prior to departure and will be communicated via text and/or email.

Includes: Luxury ground transportation (custom 13‑passenger vehicle), 45‑minute helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon, National Park entrance fees, fuel surcharge, unlimited bottled water.  Meals & optional guide gratuities not included.

Season: This tour is available year-round, weather dependent.

Notes: Reservations are required. Minimum age is 3. Casual walking is expected (not strenuous), including time to walk along the rim and enjoy viewpoints; any hiking is self-guided (guides are not permitted to lead hikes). Meals are not included—you’ll have opportunities to purchase food, and you’re welcome to bring your own; we provide bottled water throughout the day. The Grand Canyon is typically cooler than Phoenix/Scottsdale (winter weather may include snow), so dress in layers and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. This tour is weather dependent; if the helicopter flight is canceled due to weather, the helicopter portion is refunded (the ground tour portion is not). For helicopter safety, body weight is required at time of booking and each passenger is weighed prior to boarding. Guests over 300 lbs must purchase an additional seat (paid directly to the helicopter company at check-in). Sunscreen and hats are recommended—don’t forget your camera.
International guest notice (effective Jan 1, 2026): A $100 Non‑Resident fee (age 16+) may apply for non‑U.S. citizens/non‑residents due to a new National Park Service policy; pass options and details are available HERE.

Cancellation Policy: We understand plans can change! If you cancel at least 72 hours before your scheduled departure time, you will receive a refund of the tour cost. Cancellations within 72 hours of departure are non-refundable. For complete details, please refer to your confirmation email.

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