The 10 Best Tours in Phoenix

1.Pedal Bar Crawl of Old Town Scottsdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,254 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Pedal through Old Town Scottsdale with a certified captain and up to 13 companions, stopping at Rockbar, Boondocks, and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge. You can buy drinks at party bike HQ, use the provided cups and coolers, and enjoy bar specials. Captains such as Taylor, Jacob, Brooke, and T-Man add music, games, and local color.

“This was great. Would definitely recommend it to everyone any age. Guide was fantastic. Stops were great with excellent service. Fun fun fun!”

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2.Party Bike Private Party Up To 14 People in Old Town Scottsdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,541 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Pedal through Old Town Scottsdale on a private two-hour party bike with your own group of up to 14 people. A driver-guide handles the route while you choose the music, use the coolers and cups, and stop at Social Tap, Boondocks Patio & Grill, and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge. Guides such as Jacob, Kirk, Chase, and Ian have earned strong praise for keeping groups laughing.

“Jacob our driver was the PERFECT driver for our crew! He made our adventure so fun! Highly recommend him and this tour!”

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3.Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,650 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $155

Set out from Scottsdale with a guide such as Ed, Whitney, Marco, or Kaz for a two-hour, low-speed Jeep ride through Tonto National Forest. Expect rough trails, desert plants and wildlife, local history, Pinnacle Peak views, and a sunset stop. You do not drive, and closed-toed shoes are required.

“Kas was a great tour guide! She was very knowledgeable about the area, was thoughtful and fun! The jeep was fun and the views are amazing. It got a bit cold, but Kas had blankets, which was helpful.”

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4.Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,405 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $235

Travel from Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Tempe through the Sonoran Desert, Flagstaff, and pine country to Sedona and the Grand Canyon South Rim. Your guide, including possible team members such as Jordan, Aldo, or Mark, handles the driving, viewpoints, and timing in a 13-seat van or private SUV. Expect a full 13-hour day.

“Aldo was amazing definitely knows all the good spots and really was in good communications one of the best tour guide”

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5.Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,395 reviews · from $57

Paddle a single sit-on-top kayak or paddleboard for about two hours from Saguaro Lake Ranch to Foxtail. Expect desert scenery, birds, possible wild horses, and a few swift sections. A group safety briefing is provided, but no guide accompanies you, so you should be comfortable managing your own boat.

“Easy experience for those who are unaccustom to a kayak, excellent views, great staff, worth visiting”

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6.Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,049 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $260

Start before sunrise at Deer Valley Airport, where an FAA-licensed pilot and crew prepare the balloon for a 45 to 60 minute flight over the Sonoran Desert. Look for Camelback Mountain and Downtown Phoenix, then land for Champagne, a pre-selected breakfast, and the traditional Balloonists Ceremony. Hotel transfers are optional.

“Flight was driven by Jonathan who was absolutely amazing! He made the balloon flight enjoyable and light! Definitely recommend! Lifetime experience!”

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7.3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,947 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Drive a four-seat military-grade Tomcar through the Sonoran Desert near New River, with morning and afternoon departures. Expect rough trails, hill climbs, mountain views, and stops for lessons about desert plants, animals, and local history. Guides such as Derek, Ken, Ross, and Jodi have led recent tours, though the guide roster varies.

“Conner was a great guide lots of great information! It was truly an awesome experience!! Took my family (12,10,5,3) and they had a blast!”

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8.Grand Canyon with Sedona Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 511 reviews · 13 hours · from $219

Join Detours Arizona for a 13-hour trip from Phoenix or Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon and Sedona. Guides such as Mark Lane, Aldo, Tracy, and Jordan share regional history while you ride in a high-ceiling 13-seat van or private SUV. Expect about three hours at the South Rim, scenic Oak Creek Canyon, and a very early start.

“Jordan was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable and personable. I’ll definitely recommend Detours Arizona”

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9.Grand Canyon, Sedona, and Oak Creek Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 497 reviews · from $220

Travel from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, or Mesa to Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, and the Grand Canyon South Rim in a group of up to 10. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Eric, Eamonn, Patrick, or Kenny, handles the long drive, shares Arizona’s geology and history, and stops at scenic viewpoints for photos. Lunch and dinner cost extra.

“An amazing experience. Was a bit nervous it being an all day trip, but with the stops make it easy.”

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10.Phoenix Zoo One Day General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1 day · from $39Best value

Spend a full day at Phoenix Zoo in Papago Park, home to more than 3,000 animals and nearly 400 species. Follow the Arizona, Africa, Tropics, and Children’s trails, look for orangutans, lions, Komodo dragons, and giraffes, and visit the new Big Cats of Arizona area. Your ticket includes one daytime admission.

“It was really fun to go with my hubby, I want some memories before our baby gets here. Find out what time the next Safari Ride is and see everything, then decide what you wanna go back and see.”

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