USA · PHOENIX & SCOTTSDALE TOURS
Good phoenix & scottsdale tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Join a certified captain for a two-hour pedal bar crawl through Old Town Scottsdale. You will visit Rockbar, Boondocks Patio & Grill, and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge, with drink specials at each stop. Captains such as Taylor, Jacob, and T Man are known for music, games, and keeping groups involved.
“Excellent service, great time. A lot of fun, but be ready for anything. Very safe and enjoyable. Fun time”
Pedal through Old Town Scottsdale on a private two-hour party bike with your group, a driver-guide, music, coolers, and stops at Social Tap, Boondocks, and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge. Guides such as Jacob, Kirk, Chase, and Ian have earned strong praise for keeping groups laughing and on course.
“Jacob our driver was the PERFECT driver for our crew! He made our adventure so fun! Highly recommend him and this tour!”
Join guides such as Ed, Marco, Whitney, Brian, or Kaz for a two-hour, low-speed Jeep ride through Tonto National Forest near Scottsdale. Expect rough trails, desert lore, cactus and wildlife stops, an old western town, and a sunset overlook. You ride as a passenger, not as the driver.
“It was so much fun and learned a lot of details about the forest! Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun!”
Travel from Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Tempe through the Sonoran Desert, Flagstaff, and Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona and the Grand Canyon South Rim. Your guide handles the driving, viewpoints, and timing in a 13-seat van or private SUV. Guides such as Aldo, Jordan, Mark, and Vince are known for lively local insight.
“A very long day, but totally worth it. Our driver/guide Aldo was the best. He really wanted to give us the best experience. Sedona and the Grand Canyon were spectacular. Comfortable bus with a small group of great people. Thank you Detours and Aldo.”
Launch from Saguaro Lake Ranch for a roughly two-hour, unguided kayak or paddleboard float on Arizona’s Lower Salt River. Expect mountain scenery, wild horses, birds, and a few swift sections where you may get wet. A shuttle returns you and your gear to the ranch.
“it is an absolutely beautiful kayak trip. I recommend going early in the day and having sunscreen and water/snacks in waterproof bag. overall extremely fun.”
Start before dawn at Deer Valley Airport, then float for about 45 to 60 minutes above the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix Valley. Pilots such as Don and Jonathan add local stories, while a desert landing brings a Champagne toast, breakfast, and a commemorative flight certificate.
“It was an amazing experience! Staff were professional and so accommodating. I did the excursion solo and was a bit nervous but I felt safe and totally enjoyed it!”
Drive a military-grade, four-seat Tomcar through the Sonoran Desert near New River with guides such as Derek, Ken, Ross, and Jodi. Expect steep changes in elevation, rocky trails, scenic stops, plant and animal lessons, and plenty of chances to drive. Helmets, goggles, and dust gaiters are supplied.
“Great adventure! There were several spots along the way so everyone in our party had the opportunity to drive and look at landscape around us! Beautiful and exhilarating experience! Our tour guide Bo was awesome! We felt safe and he was very knowledgeable.”
Spend a full day traveling from Phoenix or Scottsdale to Sedona and the Grand Canyon South Rim. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving and park entry, with about three hours at the canyon. Public tours use roomy high-ceiling vans, while private tours use luxury SUVs.
“Everything was good. Mark showed up on time, which we greatly appreciated. He was very considerate with everyone. He had water and umbrellas for us. He was informative and helpful. Most of all we liked him because he seemed to enjoy his job and being there with us despite his 14-hour shift.”
Travel from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, or Mesa to Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, and the Grand Canyon South Rim in a small group of up to 10. Guides such as Eric, Derek, Patrick, Eamonn, and Kenny provide live commentary, photo help, and local stories. Lunch and dinner are extra.
“At the back of the tour bus it was a bit difficult to make out what Frank telling us as the sound system wasn’t always audible. Frank did try his best to fix it but it was still a bit hit and miss.”
Use your one-day ticket to explore Phoenix Zoo’s 125 acres and four themed trails. See orangutans, tigers, giraffes, lions, Komodo dragons, and the Big Cats of Arizona. Free parking, re-entry, strollers, and wheelchairs make the visit easy, while rides and Stingray Bay cost extra.
“Excellent! Kids had a great time. Very clean and animals are beautiful”
Pick a skyline, a canyon or a coastline.
