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3 hours
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The Sunrise Tour in Monument Valley is one of the greatest natural light shows on earth. After a brief introduction with your Navajo guide, the group will navigate into the heart of Monument Valley. The guide will determine a perfect place to watch the sunrise near the well known "Totem Pole" Monument. Please bring your camera! because this will be a sunrise you will never want to forget. After the sunrise prepare for an outstanding live performance at the Big Hogan Arch. Fully awaken your spirit with a skilled musician by your side and enjoy the natural amphitheater effect. The tour will continue stopping at some of the most iconic places like John Ford's point, Three Sisters, Mitten View and much more! Watch each mesa, butte, and spire glow before your eyes on this unforgettable sunrise tour.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for pregnant travelers 5 months or more.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Pick-up & Drop-off from KOA campground (KOA PICK UP IS FOR OVERNIGHT KOA GUEST ONLY!)
Experienced Navajo Guides
Pick-up & Drop-off at View Hotel(We meet OUTSIDE in front of the hotel at the guided loading area)
KOA pick-up is for KOA customers only
Tribal Park Admission Fee Tribal Park Admission Fee- $8 per person (can use check or credit card)
Bottled water
Snacks
Monument Valley
Scenic Stop 1- Totem Pole (popular sunrise location) Scenic Stop 4- Live Performance at Big Hogan Arch & Moccasin Arch Scenic Stop 5- Sun's Eye & Anasazi Petroglyphs/Ruins Scenic Stop 6- Ear of the Wind Arch Scenic Stop 7- Navajo Hogan Visit & Navajo rug weaving demonstration. Scenic Stop 8- Totem Pole Monument (East View) Scenic Stop 9- North Window or Artist's Point Scenic Stop 10- John Ford's Point Scenic Stop 11- West & East Mitten View
284 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
williamjB1365ER,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Marjorie was a fantastic guide. This is my 3rd tour of monument valley and it did not disappoint. Marjorie picked us up early at the view hotel and was personable, friendly and super knowledgeable. She shared more information about the rock formations than previous tour guides and even sang us a song as we stared up at the eagle eye at big Hogan arch. Amazing experience and id definitely recommend to anyone.



D8229RFmarkk,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had a great time, gaining access to the loop road before the gates opened to everyone else. Donna, our guide, was helpful in getting me to the best vantage points for photos.
Mel P,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our sunrise tour was with Jameson of Monument Valley Tribal Tours. The tours visit the back-country. Before sunrise, Jameson explained some Navajo beliefs and traditions during "first light." Oh, to live your life like that. During sunrise, we stopped for several minutes, with ample time for sunrise photos. Afterwards, there were more photo stops; all very pretty. The back roads in Monument Valley can be jarring in some spots, but it's worth it. There are few places that equal this one.
Tim S,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Sunrise tour is best time to go great light. Marjory was fantastic, knowledgeable, and spiritual guide.
Cynthia R,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
Wonderful experience in the Navajo Tribal Park watching the sun rise and learning about the Navajo people. Shadows on the rocks are constantly changing as the sun rises creating beautiful and serene vistas.
Lesley L,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
Wear warm clothes and coats! We were on 30th sept and hat and gloves were needed. Amazing sights and photo opportunities. You get to see a lot of ‘off the general track’ sights and insight to Native American culture. Marjorie was a great driver and guide.


AkkersTrip,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I initially gave this company a 1/5 because they did not even show up to pick me up for my sunrise tour. It was extremely stressful for me as I had travelled from far for 1 day here and wanted to experience the sunrise. I waited half an hour for them, tried contacting them, without any success. I chose the company because of their high rating. Having subsequently managed to contact the company and asked for an explanation, they said that - for some reason of which I’m not aware - they had not even recorded my name as being booked up and paid for their tour. They initially denied I was booked with them but after some unnecessary back and forth with them where I had to send them proof of my prepaid booking, they eventually said they had made a mistake and gave me a refund. They also have offered me a complementary tour for a future visit. Therefore I am changing my review to a 3/5. This trip to Monument Valley was a one-off - I live in a different country - so I won’t have the opportunity to take up their complementary offer. So while their refund does reimburse me financially, it does not excuse their mistake nor the stress caused to me running around trying to find and contact them, without success, nor me having to try to secure a last-minute backup and pay whatever the alternative provider demanded of me. So overall, not a good experience with them but they have, in part, made good. I would advise using them with caution. They have a good overall rating from any others so I partly give them the benefit of the doubt over their mistake with me. But mistakes like this should not happen - they should update their systems and processes to ensure that something as straightforward as this does not happen again with other clients.
Sandra M,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
Our guides name was Donna, she was pleasant and informative. Definitely want to dress warm for the sunrise tour, there are some icy winds in the canyons.
Christine c,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
Magical being in Monument Valley at dawn. Although it was a bit cloudy, our guide took us to some amazing spots that are not possible to see without a guide.





lukassV7537WS,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an amazing sunrise tour of Monument Valley with our guide, Tesla – and it was absolutely unforgettable! The views were stunning, and Tesla made the experience even more special with her incredible knowledge and personal touch. She shared fascinating stories about the valley, making every stop feel meaningful. The highlight for us was when she played a beautiful tune on her flute. It was so emotional and perfectly matched the breathtaking scenery. It made the whole experience feel really magical. Even with all the personal touches, Tesla stayed completely professional, making sure everything ran smoothly and everyone felt comfortable. If you’re thinking about a tour in Monument Valley, Tesla is the one to go with. She is warm, passionate, and truly makes the experience unforgettable. We can’t recommend her highly enough!
Operated by Monument Valley Tribal Tours