3.0 Hours of Monument Valley's Sunrise or Sunset 4×4 Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

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Experience the stunning beauty of Lower Monument Valley with a personalized 3-hour sunrise or sunset tour, expertly crafted by your knowledgeable guide to showcase the very best of this breathtaking region. During the tour, your guide will make sure to bring you to all the must-see scenic spots and monuments, such as John Ford's Point, Big Hogan, Totem Pole, Sun's Eye, and many others, where you can take in the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings. Be ready to capture some amazing photos to cherish forever!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Dress code is smart casual

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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).

Uneven walking surfaces

COVID19 protocols exercised and in place.

Please call Charlene Johnson (owner) 24 hrs. to reassure tour attendance and meeting location @ (928)409-0088

• 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 for COVID19, please advise us immediately for a cancellation.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Pet friendly

Bottled water

Local professional guide

Transport by open-air Safari vehicle/ enclosed SUV

Hand sanitizers available upon request.

Entry Fee to Monument Valley Tribal Park. Visit www.navajonationparks.org for fee details.

Gratuities

NO Horse Tours

What To Expect

Dineh Bekeyah Tours

This tour is a custom tour and are not necessarily in the order below. Each guide has their own itinerary and have a specific place and time to be throughout the tour. The 3 hour tour makes a stop at the famous John Ford’s Point where many of John Wayne’s western cinematic movies were film, and also the Transformers: Age of Extinction featuring Mark Wahlberg. Next, your guide will drive to The Backcountry of the park and escort you to the arches. At “Sun’s Eye Arch” you will be standing at a specific degree to look up into the rock arch and see why it is named Sun’s Eye. At the same location you will also see Petroglyphs and hear your guide’s stories. You will also travel to the “Big Hogan.” The Big Hogan is a great place to take family pictures and lie against the rocks and feel its warmth. Your guide will provide stories and suggest great photo shots. In the Backcountry is the “Ear of the Wind.” This is the largest arch in the park, and your guide will escort you to a photogenic spot where you can take photographs. You will be guided to the Totem Pole and Yei Bi Cheii Monuments where you will be able to take photographs and hear the cultural stories behind each monument. Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel, then get ready for a scenic drive to Monument Valley in a comfortable all-terrain vehicle— allowing for exclusive access to parts of the park that are inaccessible to smaller cars. The area, located on a Navajo Reservation and considered a sacred healing region by Native American tribes, is tough to navigate on your own. But your guide will walk you through the history of the Navajo tribal park and the background of each stunning natural formation. With your choice of a sunrise or sunset tour, you’re bound for incredible, camera-ready views during the sun-kissed time of day known by photographers as the “Golden Hour.” The itineraries are fully customizable, so you’ll have your pick of some incredible spots, including iconic rock formations like John Ford’s Point, which served as film backdrop in many John Wayne Westerns. One of the most photographed formations is the Yei Bi Chei monuments, which resemble a line of tribal dancers. You’ll also get an opportunity to take pictures of the Big Hogan, a sandstone cave chamber, and Ear of the Wind, a mesmerizing, crimson-hued arch. At the North Window where you will have a chance to take pictures of the Mittens and Butte at different angles. Your tour guide will then slowly and safely transport you back to your departure point.

7 minutes • Admission Not Included

John Ford’s Point, where many of John Wayne’s western cinematic movies were film. Also the Transformers; Age of Extinction featuring Mark Wahlberg. Next, your guide will drive to The Backcountry of the park and escort you to the arches.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Sunset in August

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunrise in March

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17 MI loop.
Daylight Savings Time Starts: Daylight savings time starts on March 13, 2022 & March 12, 2023. We will be on MST. One hour ahead of AZ state time.

Sunset in July

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunrise in August

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in December

Non-Private: Grouped Tours (max passengers 12)
Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottles Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.
Open-Air Safari: Available during spring/summer
Enclosed SUVs/ Full Size Vans: Available year-round, frequently utilized during the Autumn and winter season.

Sunset in April

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunset in October

Duration: 3 hours
Water bottle available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in March

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottles Available
28 MI Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17 MI loop.
Daylight Savings Time Starts: Daylight savings time will start on March 13, 2022 & March 12, 2023. We will be on MST. One hour ahead of AZ state time.

Sunrise in November

Duration: 3 hours
Water bottles available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.
Daylight Saving Time Ends: Daylight savings time ends after November 6, 2022 & November 5, 2023. Navajo Nation will be the same time as the rest of AZ.

Sunrise in February

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes back country and the 17 MI loop.

Sunrise in April

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes backcountry and 17 MI loop.

Sunset in February

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunset in September

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottles Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in November

Duration: 3 hours
Water bottles available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.
Daylight Saving Time Ends: Daylight savings time ends after Nov. 4, 2023. Navajo Nation will be the SAME time as the rest of AZ on/after Nov. 5, 2023.

Sunrise in October

Duration: 3 hours
Water bottles available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in June

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunrise in July

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in January

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunrise in January

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI. Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunrise in May

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 MI Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunrise in September

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunrise in December

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes backcountry and the 17-mile loop.

Sunset in May

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottles Available
28 MI Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17 MI loop.

Sunrise in June

Duration: 3 hours
Water Bottle Available
28 Mile Range: Range includes the backcountry and the 17-mile loop.
Motor Vehicle Tours: Default - Open-air safari Bad Weather - Enclosed SUV/Full-size Vans

Reviews

4.86

800 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

732

Amazing!!!
Amy V,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
An amazing way to see the valley! Our guide Yvonne was great and tailored the tour to what we wanted to see since there was only two of us. Got amazing pictures and made wonderful memories!
Great experience
Robert R,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Harry did a fantastic job. Knew about the heritage and knew about cameras. Had a great experience and loved his humor.
A very beautiful experience.
756maximilianb,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful early morning tour for sunrise with the three of us. Our guide was very friendly and took the time to explain and show us everything. You could really tell how much he enjoyed it. There should be more guides like him. We have only positive things to say.
Fun and Informative Adventure
whitneyrE6404NN,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Harry was amazing and we loved spending time with him. The experience was so much fun. Be prepared for a bumpy ride. Better than Disneyland.
A must
L5772USianv,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was incredible, harry our guide was very kind, helpful with photos and we learn a lot about the culture !!! Great experience
Opportunities to take photos!
Christian N,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
They are very punctual in schedule! Be there at least 10 minutes early! The tour was amazing. You get to go to certain private locations where you can't go by yourself! They made some stops so your cam go to the restrooms, eat some stuffs! Your need to see the sunset from the hotel parking area! Best view!
A once in a lifetime
J989XBdavido,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was simple the best! Carl, our guide, not only helped me with photography, but my wife on taking pictures with her IPhone. Now hers are just as good as mine. He also told us much about the Navajo history, area, and people. It was so great that he shared with us so much. It is an experience that i will not forget, and one I hope to go back and do again.
Harry
Jet402274,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Harry is a really good guide! He explained a lot of things, it’s a fun and knowledgeable journey. I would recommend the tour
Exploring Monument Valley
Margie V,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to explore Monument Valley and learn about the culture and history of the area. And our guide helped us take amazing photos!
A unique way to experience monument valley
V6652DIgaryf,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took a sunrise tour and were very pleased. While there were supposed to be two couples in the SUV, the other couple didn’t show so we had a private tour. Our Navajo guide, Derek, was very knowledgeable about the geography , history and legends of the area and provided a unique experience. Well worth the cost.