Grand Canyon Helicopter & Ground Tour From Phoenix
Overview
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13 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this Small-group or Private day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon, and experience Route 66, the iconic American highway steeped in rich tradition, on a full-day trip. During this excursion, you will board a state-of-the-art ECO-Star helicopter for your 45 minute flight. Your aerial adventure begins with a view of the North Rim as you fly towards the eastern end of the canyon following the Colorado River. Experience amazing bird's-eye views as you head south through the Dragon Corridor, which is the widest and deepest part of the Grand Canyon. You will also have time to explore the rim of the canyon by foot, capturing incredible photographs of the Grand Canyon.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Starting Jan 1st, 2026, the tour supplier is required by law to confirm US or Non-US citizenship which will determine if an additional entry fee is required. For non-US citizens, the tour supplier must collect an additional $100 per person, payable in advance to the tour supplier.
The maximum weight limit per person is 300 pounds. Guests over the weight limit (300+ lbs) will be required to purchase 2 seats. This is payable direct to the tour operator prior to the tour date.
Arizona state law requires children under 8 years to have either a child seat or booster. Child seats are not provided, please bring your own and notify supplier
Minimum age is 3 years and guest must inform supplier they will provide car seats or boosters.
Wheelchairs and walkers are acceptable as long as they fold up and can be slid into the vehicle without assistance from tour guide. The helicopter cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. You must let the supplier know if you are bringing either.
We do not guarantee pickup for all hotels. Even if your hotel is on the list, there may be a chance you'll need to meet at an alternate location. Any guest staying outside of Phoenix, Scottsdale or Tempe will be required to meet at an alternate location to be determined by supplier. Tour supplier contact details will be provided on your pre-paid voucher.
The Grand Canyon South Rim is a 7,000 foot elevation, please note this if you have concerns about altitude.
There is NOT a restroom on the vehicle. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.
You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.
Minimum numbers apply for the public small group tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS: Any tours booked after 7:00PM Arizona time the night before the tour date might not be confirmed. You will likely have to meet at another hotel for pick up. Our office will contact you prior to 6:00am on the tour date.
DETOURS American West is not responsible for road or viewing conditions due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine Forest, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world.
Grand Canyon National Park
Just before entering the Grand Canyon National Park, you will be checked in for your 45 minute helicopter flight, spanning over 90 miles of the Grand Canyon. After your flight, your guide will bring you back into the National Park to discover more by foot. You will have opportunities to walk the rim, shop, capture an unlimited number of photographs, or relax with the best seat in the house. Your total time at Grand Canyon including the helicopter and walking is approximately 3 hours, with approximately 1-1.5 hours on the rim walking. Sometimes your helicopter flight happens after your time on foot at the rim.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Phoenix area hotels
45-minute helicopter tour
Gratuities
Lunch
Pickup points
Hampton Inn Phoenix/Anthem
42415 N. 41st Drive, Phoenix United States
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix/Tempe ASU Area
86 S Rockford Dr. Tempe United States
Home2 Suites By Hilton Phoenix Airport North
888 North 44th Street Phoenix United States
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Tempe
1415 N. Scottsdale Road Tempe United States
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley
2550 West Charlotte Drive, Phoenix United States
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix North - Scottsdale By IHG
4575 East Irma Lane Phoenix United States
Hampton Inn Phoenix-Airport North
601 North 44th Street, Phoenix United States
Options
Small Group Grand Canyon Helicopter and Ground Trip From Phoenix
Pickup included
Private SUV
Private SUV: The ground transportation is private. The helicopter is public unless you buy out all the helicopter seats.
Pickup included
Reviews
403 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great!
Leonie v,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a great experience. It's really worth it, you come to the best places with a good explanation. Plenty of places to buy drinks or food along the way. My guide was Mark Lane, nice guy with a lot of knowledge! If you have the chance, book the helicopter ride! Really great and unforgettable!:)
Wonderful day trip 💛
coralw887,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful tour and Aldo was a great guide. I had a brilliant day and can’t fault it. The canyon is magical and the helicopter was such an incredible addition. Highly recommended.
Where's Aldo?
R7006EEjeffl,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent an awesome day with Aldo, seeing the best of the Grand Canyon of course, but also many other beautiful views along the way! Aldo was engaging, knowledgeable, and accommodating! I highly recommend this tour!
Wonderful day trip.
19611979,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our day long trip from Phoenix to the GC was wonderful. We stopped in Sedona and had time for a short visit at the red rocks. Our driver, Aldo, was very knowledgeable about the area and provided great entertainment. Highly recommend.
Aldo made our Grand Canyon trip Grand!
918adityag,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a delightful experience having Aldo as our tour guide. He was informative, engaging and fun right from the time we started. He was mindful of giving us scheduled breaks from time to time and we enjoyed our drive and the Canyons too. Thank you Aldo, you're the best!
It was a great time
johneO5720CG,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge made the tour great. He was well informed and entertaining the whole trip.
The best tour guides
Trail26478288429,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They are a Japanese couple with poor English. We stayed overnight in the Grand Canyon and experienced a helicopter and a Hummer cruise. He was willing to answer various inquiries from Japan beforehand, and the guide was a perfect time schedule, fun talk, support for us unfamiliar and a great guy. I'd love to go on another tour and actively recommend it to my friends. Thank you for the best experience.
Grand experience at Canyon and Sedona
bobsF9798CL,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathan was a great tour guide. Very informative. Lots of stories, sharing insights into Native American culture and history of the area. Recommended the helicopter ride, which is the best way to see the Grand Canyon. He took good care of us from Pickup to delivery back. The small group size was nice. We were six in our group + Nate. Sedona at sun down was great for picture taking.
Excellent day trip! See all the sites! Absolutey loved it.
nicolasO7966SD,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic tour. Highly recommend it. Saw all the major sites. Excellent information about the area. Perfectly on time. Just a great experience over all! Thanks Mark H
Grand Canyon and Sedona tour
O5484TSkathyf,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour to the Grand Canyon and Sedona with Detours American West, and enjoyed it very much! First visit to the Grand Canyon (south rim) and it was spectacular! Had time to hike down a ways on the trail, and also enjoyed views from a second stop along the rim. Short stop in Sedona to take in the gorgeous views there. Amazing to watch the changing landscape all the way from Scottsdale to the Canyon! Aldo was our tour guide, very informative and entertaining too. Highly recommend this tour - just know it is a full 13 hour day start to finish, covering almost 600 miles of wild, beautiful Arizona!
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