Monument Valley Sunrise or Sunset Tour

Highlights

Choose from a sunrise or sunset tour: the most photogenic parts of the day
Navigate the park with ease alongside a guide
Tour custom created by guides to showcase their favorite parts of Lower Monument Valley

Summary

Your guide meets you in the lobby of your hotel, where you'll prepare for a scenic drive to Monument Valley in an all-terrain vehicle. You'll have access to parts of the park that are off-limits to smaller cars. Located on a Navajo Reservation and considered sacred by Native American tribes, the multi-hued sandstone park can be tough to navigate alone. Your guide walks you through the history and background of each natural formation. With your choice of a sunrise or sunset tour, you’re guaranteed 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 rocks is the Yei Bi Chei, which resembles 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-colored arch.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Why take this tour?

With its stark red sands and steep buttes, Monument Valley exemplifies the American West. On this scenic, photographer-friendly tour, you’ll get an overview of the iconic Navajo site with stops at John Wayne film backdrops and the tribal park’s largest and most photogenic arch. Avoid the hassle of car hire with arranged transport in an all-terrain, which allows you to spend less time driving and navigating and more time sightseeing.

What’s included?

Bottled water
Local professional guide
Transport by open-air Safari vehicle/ enclosed air-condition SUV
Face mask and hand sanitizers
Local taxes
Pet friendly
NO Entrance fees to Monument Valley Tribal Park. Visit www.navajonationparks.org for fee details.
Gratuities
NO Horse Tours
Entry/Admission - Dineh Bekeyah Tours

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Dineh Bekeyah Tours

About operator:

Dineh Bekeyah offers guided tours through various viewpoints in Monument Valley as well as Hunts Mesa and Mystery Valley. We offer Scenic, Cultural, Combination, Photography, Starlight and Full Moon Tours. The duration of the tours vary from 1.5 hours to 7 hours to ALL DAY. Our guided tours transport our guests through Monument Valley by open-air safari vehicles. Our office is located in the Navajo Market buildings right next to the Welcome Center off Highway 163 and Indian Route 42 East.