2.5 Hours of Monument Valley's Backcountry 4×4 Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Join us on a guided tour of Monument Valley that covers major scenic points and The Backcountry monuments. This 2.5-hour tour spans over 28/45 km and offers a unique opportunity to witness the beauty and history of this iconic location. Our knowledgeable guides will take you through the most picturesque spots, providing interesting insights and facts along the way. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! As part of the tour, the Backcountry section offers a mesmerizing experience of exploring natural arches and fascinating Petroglyphs that date back to the Anasazi civilization, providing a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
We do observe Daylight Savings TIme. We are on Mountain Standard Time (UT). Be advised that there is a one hour time difference between Arizona Time Zone and the Navajo Nation Time Zone (Mid-March to October).
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
NOT responsible for lost or stolen items (cameras, phones, wallets, passports, etc.) while on the tour. Please only bring items you need to make your tour more comfortable (jackets, cameras, snacks, etc.)
COVID19 Protocols exercised and in place
Uneven walking surfaces
• All tours leave from the FRONT of The View Hotel building. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for loading. Our guide will be waiting for you in front of the hotel at the LOADING AREA, approximately 50 yards west of the entrance. We depart strictly on the hour, so please be punctual. DO NOT MEET INSIDE THE VIEW HOTEL. GPS 36.981823, -110.112931 GPS Code 858FXVJP+PR
If you are feeling any symptoms of COVID19 or have been around a person who tested positive, please advise us immediately for cancelation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
Mitten View, Mitchell Mesa, Merrick Butte, Elephant/Camel Buttes, John Fords Point, Three Sisters, and Rain God. Backcountry: Chiefs Head, Big Hogan, Totem Pole View, Suns Eye, Ear of the Wind, and hogan demonstration.
What‘s Included
Pet friendly
Bottled water
Hand sanitizers available upon request.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport by open-air Safari vehicle
Local taxes
NO Entrance fee to the Monument Valley Tribal Park
Gratuities
No Horse Tours
Options
Backcountry
Water Bottles 17 Mi + Backcountry = 28 miles
Reviews
1,619 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Monument Valley Tour
Ronald P,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour with a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Joseph did a wonderful job. Our family members from out of the state said the Monument Valley tour was the best part of their AZ vacation.
Anniversary
Journey11734573656,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joseph was the best tour guide ever! I love the way he mixed history with comedy and he know all of the cool camera tricks! I can’t wait to be back
Wonderful, moving and informative experience!
B6998JGlorrainem,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Dineh Bekeyah Tours. It was easy to book directly with the tour operator. The communications were clear as to what to expect, where to meet the tour, timing, etc. Our tour guide, Joseph "Joe" Nelson was fantastic. One of the best guides we've had in our many years of touring different places in the U.S. and abroad. Joe was knowledgeable, personable, a great communicator. He represented the tour company and the Navajo Nation well. We have a deeper appreciation and understanding of the culture and people who dwell in and care for this beautiful place.
Stories beyond the monuments.
Paula H,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was an excellent guide. He is personable and friendly and has a vast knowledge of Navajo culture. He even played some amazing music for us at one of our stops. The stories he told that corresponded with what we were seeing were wonderful. I loved his use of the Navajo language. This was a truly enlightening and enjoyable experience.
Highlight of Trip
Globetrottingma,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend booking with Joe. Took time for unique photographs, sang to us and entertained us with traditional stories.
Amazing tour!
Wanda V,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Joseph was a fabulous guide. Very knowledgeable. Fixed our cameras to take the best photos! Loved learning his culture!
It was a great experience. On tour from 9am, the rest of us...
Midori M,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience. It was a tour from 9am, and there were two other groups besides us, one Japanese but fluent in English. The guide even showed me how to set up the camera function on my phone with humor. They also blew hue so that they could experience the sound of the sound, and it was a valuable experience not only at the place where they stopped but throughout the whole place.
Solitude of Navajo sandstone buttes and mesas
daynaprochaska54,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00John was our guide. He offered suggestions for photos and we enjoyed when he played the flute while we were lying back in the Big Hogan arch.
Fabtastic Tour
Keveles,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Bobby did a great job as tour guide explaining so much. Right amount of time at every stop. He even played a traditional flute. Helped get pictures from the right spots at the best angles.
Amazing tour with a perfect guide
billk397,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With Dineh Bekeyah's Joe as our guide the 2.5 hour morning tour was amazing in every sense of the word. He shared information, in a super clear dialect, the entire trip. Getting to see John Wayne and John Ford points, the mittens and the mesas, back areas, and a big amphitheater was terrific. Joe set our iPhone camera settings to 'warm' making the photos even better. There were many people, animals and faces in the buttes and theaters that Joe points out, with some imagination I began see them! Looking at the pictures afterwards saw even more chiefs. Along the way frame drum, and flute music was captivating. Joe told a story (one of many!) about the sumac berries, known as chiilchin in Navajo. After munching on a couple of berries the sour mash did linger. Wow! The next day we saw "The Searchers" directed by John Ford in 1956 staring John Wayne. Makes us want to come back and see more. It was like a memorable dream, a fortunate encounter, plus a fun event!! Ahéheeʼ ("ah-HEH-heh") for a generous tour!
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