Sun, Sep 27 · 7:00 PM EDT
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Cue the classic road‑trip soundtrack and point the hood ornament north—this Northern Arizona adventure follows the legendary curves of Route 66 through some of the Southwest’s most iconic towns and landscapes. From the retro charm of Williams and Winslow to the cool mountain air of Flagstaff, the red‑rock drama of Sedona, and the jaw‑dropping scale of the Grand Canyon, every mile brings a new story and a reason to pull over. Blending nostalgic roadside Americana with high‑country scenery and unforgettable viewpoints, this itinerary is designed for relaxed pacing, spontaneous discoveries, and plenty of “wow” moments along the Mother Road.
Northern Arizona Southwest Adventure Itinerary
Day 1: (Sept 27th) (Total driving time: 2.5 hours)
Arrive mid-afternoon from PHX and get ready for red-rock country.
Stop at Montezuma’s Castle for a quick, can’t-miss first look at Arizona history.
Continue on to Sedona to freshen up, settle in, and soak in the views.
Explore the town—stretch your legs, browse shops, and enjoy your first Sedona sunset.
Welcome Dinner: El Rincon
Day 2: (Sept 28th) (Driving time: Zero)
Sedona day—time for town, shops, and as much (or as little) hiking as you’d like.
Day 3: (Sept 29th) (Driving time: Zero, unless taking the optional tour—40 minutes each way)
More time in Sedona—revisit favorites, fit in another trail, or enjoy a relaxed pace.
Optional: Tuzigoot National Monument (admission included)
Day 4: (Sept 30th) (Driving time: 2.5 hours in the morning and 1 hour back to Williams at the end of the day)
Depart Sedona for Williams—drop luggage(or not), then head to the Grand Canyon for a full day (admission included).
Evening back in Williams, AZ.
Day 5: (Oct 1)
Williams (Driving time: 4 hours roundtrip)
Route 66 — West (driving time: 2 hours each way)
Seligman—walk, take photos, and grab a bite at the Roadkill Café.
Kingman Route 66 Museum (admission included)
Day 6: (Oct 2) Holbrook, AZ — Route 66 East (Total driving time: 2 hours)
Stop in Winslow, AZ for the classic photo op—“standing on the corner.”
Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
Stop in Holbrook and drop off luggage.
Afternoon at Petrified Forest and Painted Desert
Day 7: (Oct 3) Travel to Page, AZ (Total driving time: 3.5 hours)
Wupatki and Sunset Crater Loop
Cameron Trading Post
Arrive in Page and get settled in.
Day 8: (Oct 4) Stay in Page, AZ (Total driving time: 1 hour)
Antelope Canyon — Canyon X
Glen Canyon
Day 9: (Oct 5) Stay in Page (Driving time: 4 hours roundtrip)
Monument Valley, UT
Continue on to Flagstaff.
Day 10: (Oct 6)
Flagstaff—relax among the pines, and enjoy extra time to revisit favorite spots or catch anything we missed.
Day 11: (Oct 7) Flagstaff — End of tour (Driving time: 2.5 hours)
Drive to PHX.
Maximum number of people: 7
Cost $3,577 Single Supplement $1050.00
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Zoom Meetings will be set up to discuss this itinerary as well as monthly Q and As.
