Lower Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend
April 15th-16th, 2024
$449 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) +$51 (Single Supplement)

Although they are sections of the same slot canyon, Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon are distinctly different, and nowhere are those differences more pronounced than in the manner of entering and walking through them. Upper Antelope Canyon—famous for its light beams and high canyon walls—is shaped like an upside-down V. It is narrow at the top and wider, some say less claustrophobic at the bottom. Lower Antelope Canyon is shaped like a V, in that it is very narrow at the bottom and wide at the top, allowing for more light. Of the two canyons, many people agree that Lower Antelope Canyon is more of an adventure, offering narrow passageways and plenty of exciting twists and turns. If Lower Antelope Canyon has been on your bucket list we’d love for you to join us on this small-group expedition. Here’s what you should consider: There are 5 sets of stairs, adding up to about 70 steps in total, leading you into the canyon. After reaching the bottom, there are 4 flights of stairs and a few small flights of 4-5 steps going back up. In total there are about 130 steps inside Lower Antelope Canyon. These stairways are made of metal and offer sturdy handrails on both sides. The initial descent into the canyon is steep, and people with an extreme fear of heights should think twice about trying them. It is about a 75-foot descent into the canyon. Photography on the stairs is not allowed and guests are encouraged to turn around and navigate the steps backward—ladder-style—if it feels more comfortable. Thousands of tourists travel through Lower Antelope Canyon every year and they all make it out! If you can navigate stairs in your daily life, you can do it in the canyon.

Day One: We’ll travel north, with a stop for lunch on self at Cameron Trading Post. A haven for travelers since 1916, this trading post boasts an expansive dining room, with a huge stone fireplace and tall picture windows, offering a view of the Little Colorado River Gorge. We’ll enjoy a terrific menu that runs from burgers to salads, and includes lo-cal favorites, such as Navajo tacos and stews. Later we’ll explore the Grand Canyon via the East Entrance at Desert View—offering a unique opportunity to visit the world-famous Desert View Watchtower. Later we’ll travel to Tuba City and check into the NavajoLand Hotel. After a refresh, we’ll head out for dinner on self at Hogan Family Restaurant where the menu offers American and Mexican favorites, as well as traditional Navajo dishes.

Day Two: A hot breakfast is included at the hotel. After breakfast we’re off to enjoy a guided tour of Lower Antelope Canyon, followed by a visit to the world-famous Horseshoe Bend Overlook. One of the most sought after viewpoints in the American West—this U-shaped turn in the Colorado River forms a horseshoe shaped canyon upriver from the Grand Canyon National Park. It is one of the most photographed sites in Arizona and should not be missed by visitors to this region! Later we’ll return to Cameron Trading Post for lunch, on self, before heading for home with plenty of great sightseeing along the way.