Arizona, US, United States · Trip plan

4 days in Grand Canyon & Sedona

One of the world's great views, red-rock Sedona and Route 66.

Best time: Oct – Nov, Mar – May
Ideal length: 4 days
A day, mid-range: $240 per person
Trip for two: about $1,920

Planning a 4-day trip to Grand Canyon & Sedona? Here's a day-by-day Grand Canyon & Sedona itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Autumn and spring are ideal: summer is scorching and winter can close roads with snow.

Northern Arizona is classic American West: the Grand Canyon's mile-deep chasm, Sedona's red rocks and Navajo lands.

Jan
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Mar: a good time to go
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May: a good time to go
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Oct: a good time to go
Nov: a good time to go
Dec

October to November and March to May: 10–24°C at the rim.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Grand Canyon & Sedona

01
South Rim
Mather Point and the Rim Trail.
02
Sedona
Red-rock buttes, hikes and vortex sites.
03
Horseshoe Bend
A dramatic bend in the Colorado River.
04
Antelope Canyon
Light beams in a slot canyon.

Day by day

Grand Canyon & Sedona itinerary for 4 days

D1
Day 1: Sedona
Morning
Drive about 2 hours from Phoenix to Sedona, surrounded by red-rock buttes.
Afternoon
Hike to Devil's Bridge or around Cathedral Rock.
Evening
Watch the sunset from Airport Mesa, then stargaze in this dark-sky community.
Start hikes early; trailhead parking fills quickly.
D2
Day 2: To the Grand Canyon
Morning
Drive through Oak Creek Canyon's switchbacks to Flagstaff and on to the South Rim.
Afternoon
Walk the Rim Trail between Mather Point and Yavapai Point.
Evening
Sunset at Hopi Point, reached by the free park shuttle.
Free shuttles run along Hermit Road.
D3
Day 3: Into the canyon
Morning
Hike partway down the Bright Angel Trail to the 1.5-mile or 3-mile resthouse.
Afternoon
Drive the Desert View road to the Watchtower.
Evening
Continue to Page (about 2.5 hours).
Never attempt a rim-to-river hike and back in one day.
D4
Day 4: Page and home
Morning
Take a Navajo-guided tour of Antelope Canyon's light-filled slot canyons.
Afternoon
Walk to the Horseshoe Bend overlook above the Colorado River.
Evening
Drive out and fly home from Phoenix or Las Vegas.
Antelope Canyon tours sell out weeks ahead.

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Shorter or longer

Grand Canyon & Sedona in 3, 4 or 6 days

3 days in Grand Canyon & Sedona

Follow days 1 to 3 above and leave out “Page and home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

6 days in Grand Canyon & Sedona

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Las Vegas.

What it costs

Grand Canyon & Sedona trip budget

Style	Per person, a day	4 days for two
Budget	$120	$960
Mid-range	$240	$1,920
Luxury	$550+	$4,400

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Grand Canyon & Sedona is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Grand Canyon & Sedona for every budget

Budget
Motels in Tusayan
Near the South Rim
Close to the park.
from $120 /night
Prices
Mid-range
El Tovar Hotel
South Rim
A historic lodge on the canyon edge.
from $350 /night
Prices
Luxury
Enchantment Resort
Sedona
Resort in Boynton Canyon.
from $700 /night
Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Grand Canyon & Sedona

Navajo tacos
Fry bread topped with chilli.
Southwestern BBQ
Smoky and spicy.
Prickly pear lemonade
A local treat.

Getting there

How to reach Grand Canyon & Sedona

Travel: Fly to Phoenix or Las Vegas and drive (3.5–4.5 hours).
Getting around: You need a car.

Antelope Canyon requires a Navajo-guided tour.
Carry plenty of water on hikes.

Before you go

What to pack for Grand Canyon & Sedona

Power bank and charging cables
Passport and visa printouts
A scarf for sun and sand
A warm layer for desert nights
A small first-aid kit
A reusable water bottle
A forex card or some local cash
Travel insurance

Good questions

Grand Canyon & Sedona trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Grand Canyon & Sedona?

4 days are enough to see the highlights: South Rim, Sedona, Horseshoe Bend. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 4-day Grand Canyon & Sedona trip cost?

Roughly $120 a day per person on a budget, $240 mid-range and $550+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $1,920 for 4 days.

What is the best time to visit Grand Canyon & Sedona?

Oct – Nov, Mar – May. Autumn and spring are ideal: summer is scorching and winter can close roads with snow.

Where should I stay in Grand Canyon & Sedona?

Budget: Motels in Tusayan (Near the South Rim), from about $120 a night. Mid-range: El Tovar Hotel (South Rim), from about $350 a night. Luxury: Enchantment Resort (Sedona), from about $700 a night.

How do I reach Grand Canyon & Sedona?

Fly to Phoenix or Las Vegas and drive (3.5–4.5 hours).

Is 3 days enough for Grand Canyon & Sedona?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 3 of the itinerary above and skip "Page and home". 4 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Grand Canyon & Sedona?

October to November and March to May: 10–24°C at the rim.

What food should I try in Grand Canyon & Sedona?

Navajo tacos: Fry bread topped with chilli. Southwestern BBQ: Smoky and spicy. Prickly pear lemonade: A local treat.

How do I get around Grand Canyon & Sedona?

You need a car.

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Grand Canyon & Sedona itinerary for 4 days

Day 1: Sedona

Day 2: To the Grand Canyon

Day 3: Into the canyon

Day 4: Page and home