5 Fun Things to do in Phoenix
Phoenix is known for amazing vistas, incredible weather, and even more incredible golf courses. Have some free time between rounds or need to entertain the family? Check out these fun activities:
- Grand Canyon via Sedona and Navajo Reservation: Enjoy a driving tour
through the Sonoran Desert to the red rock country of Sedona where you will make a coffee break/picture stop at about 9:00am. Take a stroll through stunning Sedona, before you continue your sightseeing tour up a beautiful 17 mile scenic drive in Oak Creek Canyon. Travel up into the San Francisco Mountains surrounding the Flagstaff, AZ area and continue along sections of historic Route 66 through Williams, AZ and arrive at the Grand Canyon around lunch time. Drink in the boundless wonders of Grand Canyon from great overlooks, take a short nature walk or browse the shops for souvenirs handcrafted by the local Indians.
- Shop and Play - Outlets at Anthem, Phoenix: Enjoy over 75 brand name stores with 30% to 70% off retail prices at Outlets Anthem. An elegant Southwest Village located in Phoenix, Arizona - Outlets at Anthem features great tenants such as Tommy Hilfiger, Gap, Guess, Nike, Ann Taylor and Mikasa. Great outlet shopping, resort-style restrooms and a food court provide an exceptional shopping experience for all visitors.
- Phoenix / Valley Area Highlights: This tour provides views of Phoenix/Scottsdale including historic sights, the state capitol, Camelback Mountain, Senator Barry Goldwater’s home, Wrigley Mansion, and Scottsdale’s Fifth Avenue/Old Town district.You will have an hour at leisure to browse the shops and galleries of Old Town Scottsdale.
- Verde Canyon Train:
Your day begins with a fully narrated tour of the Sonoran Desert heading northwest to the town of Clarkdale. You’ll have time to browse through the depot and have lunch at the Copper Spike Cafe.Then climb aboard for your panoramic rail experience to Perkinsville through the Verde River Canyon. While on board this 4-hour ride, you will have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the views.This distinctive geographical area includes desert rock faces, crimson cliffs, and towering bridges accessible only by rail.Don’t be surprised if you see bald eagle, coyote, antelope and other wildlife that make their home in this rugged terrain! All passengers have access to fantastic open-air viewing cars and the trip features strolling musicians and informative narration.
Grand Canyon Aerial Tour: Your journey begins over the communities of Cave Creek and Carefree before reaching the rugged isolation of the Tonto National Forest. Continue on to the Verde Valley and catch a glimpse of ancient Indian cliff dwellings. Glide over Sedona for fabulous views of the famous Red Rocks and lush Oak Creek Canyon.Fly past the beautiful canyons of the Mogollon Rim and on to Flagstaff and the San Francisco Peaks, the erosional byproduct of an extinct volcano. The barren beauty of the Painted Desert and the Navajo Indian Reservation leads your approach to the Grand Canyon. Enjoy a 30 minute flight over the Canyon, where you will appreciate the magnitude of nature’s power and beauty. This flight explores the grandeur of the East End of the Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon Deluxe South Rim Tour
: Add to the experience of the Grand Canyon Aerial Tour with a ground tour. Land at Grand Canyon Airport for a guided tour of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. A stop is included at one of the impressive South Rim overlooks, and the Grand Canyon Historic Village where you may shop for souvenirs or some Native Arts and Crafts, go sightseeing, explore the interesting architecture of the El Tovar and the Hopi House, or take a walk along the rim of the canyon. Watch for mule deers, squirrels and other wild life and you may even see one of the 31 Condors that are thriving in the area. Lunch is included to enjoy at your leisure. After your ground tour, you will head back to the Grand Canyon Airport where you will continue your aerial journey.