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Explore the iconic curve of the Colorado River and the famous light beams of Upper Antelope Canyon. Choose from half-day tours starting in Page, or full-day excursions from Las Vegas and Phoenix.
Free Cancellation Explore Upper Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend with a Navajo guide, plus free entry to Madame Tussauds Las Vegas.
Explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide and visit the Horseshoe Bend overlook on this full-day trip from Phoenix.
Visit Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend on a guided day trip from Page, Arizona, with lunch included.
Read what travelers share about their experience visiting Horseshoe Bend — from practical tips to personal highlights.
Combining the breathtaking 1,000-foot drop of Horseshoe Bend with the narrow, light-filled passages of Upper Antelope Canyon makes for an unforgettable desert adventure. Guided tours typically handle the long driving distances and strict entry logistics, allowing you to focus entirely on the stunning Navajo sandstone formations.
Look down a sheer 1,000-foot drop to the winding, emerald-green Colorado River below. The contrast against the massive red-orange sandstone cliffs is a photographer's dream.
Walk through world-famous narrow sandstone corridors shaped by millions of years of water erosion. A local Navajo guide will lead you through the dramatic, light-beam-filled passages.
Horseshoe Bend features a raised wooden-and-steel platform with guardrails on the left branch of the trail. It provides a safe, stress-free vantage point for families and anyone uneasy with heights.
Tours departing from Las Vegas or Phoenix take you through incredibly diverse landscapes. Watch the scenery shift from high-altitude pine forests to the dramatic red rock desert of Northern Arizona.
Some tours include a stop at this massive concrete-arch dam just north of Page. It's the second-highest of its kind in the United States and holds back the deep blue waters of Lake Powell.
Planning a trip to these iconic Arizona landmarks requires some advanced preparation. Here is what you need to know before booking your tour.
Tours typically depart from major hubs like Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ, or locally from Page, AZ. Depending on your starting point, expect a full-day commitment of up to 14 to 15 hours if coming from Vegas or Phoenix, while local Page tours take about 5 hours.
Most guided tours include the mandatory entrance fees for both Upper Antelope Canyon and the Horseshoe Bend parking lot. Always double-check your specific tour itinerary, as visiting Horseshoe Bend on your own requires a $10 vehicle parking fee.
Upper Antelope Canyon has strict rules prohibiting bags, backpacks, and large camera equipment on the walking tour. You will need to leave these items securely on your tour bus. Tripods are also not allowed inside the slot canyon.
Guests must be able to walk unassisted. Horseshoe Bend involves a 1.5-mile round-trip walk on sandy terrain, while Antelope Canyon features uneven, sandy floors. Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and hiking sticks are strictly prohibited inside Antelope Canyon.
Due to the bumpy terrain and walking requirements, these tours are generally not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Infants are usually required to sit on an adult's lap during transit.
Pay close attention to the cancellation terms when booking. Some Las Vegas departures offer a full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance, while tours departing from Phoenix or Page often have a strict 'all sales are final' policy with no refunds.
If you were hoping to capture aerial footage of the river bend, leave the drone at home. Launching or operating uncrewed aircraft is strictly prohibited at Horseshoe Bend and within the surrounding Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
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| Las Vegas Day Trip | Phoenix Day Tour | Local Page Half-Day Tour | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 15 hours | 14 hours | 5 hours |
| Departure City | Las Vegas, NV | Phoenix, AZ | Page, AZ |
| Inclusions | Lunch, Admissions, WiFi, Madame Tussauds ticket | Admissions, Snacks, Bottled Water | Admissions, Navajo Guide, Glen Canyon Dam stop |
| Price from | $259 | $375 | $224 |
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Horseshoe Bend: The entrance gate to the Horseshoe Bend parking lot is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year. This includes all major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Fee collectors are on-site during these hours. Visitors are not permitted to enter the parking lot before sunrise or after sunset. However, if you are already inside the park, you may stay past sunset to finish your visit and hike out in the dark.
Upper Antelope Canyon: Access is strictly regulated and only available via guided tours, which typically operate during standard daytime hours. You must have a pre-booked tour slot to enter.
By Car: Horseshoe Bend is located at mile marker 544 on U.S. Highway 89, just south of Page, Arizona. If driving from Flagstaff, it is a 125-mile journey north that takes about 2 hours. From Las Vegas, the drive is 280 miles (4.5 to 5 hours) via Interstate 15 North to U.S. Highway 89 South.
By Air: Contour Airlines operates direct flights into Page Municipal Airport (PGA) from Phoenix and Las Vegas, with one-way fares starting around $29. From the airport, you can rent a car from Avis to drive the remaining 5 miles to the trailhead.
Parking: The City of Page charges a mandatory parking fee at the Horseshoe Bend trailhead. As of April 2026, it is $10 per standard passenger vehicle and $5 for motorcycles. National Park Passes are not accepted here.
Best Months: The ideal time to visit is during the fall (late September to early November) when desert temperatures are mild and comfortable for hiking. Spring (April and May) also offers excellent weather, though crowds can be heavy.
Worst Months: Avoid the peak summer months of June, July, and August if possible. Temperatures regularly exceed 100°F (38°C), and the trail offers virtually no shade, posing a severe risk of heat exhaustion.
Best Time of Day: For photography at Horseshoe Bend, arriving between 4:30 pm and 6:00 pm from spring through fall provides the most spectacular lighting. The late-afternoon sun lifts the Colorado River out of deep shadows and casts a vibrant orange glow across the canyon walls.
Horseshoe Bend: The site is partially wheelchair accessible. The left branch of the trail, added in 2020, is an ADA-compliant, packed-surface path leading to a raised viewing platform with guardrails. Power wheelchairs can navigate this unassisted, but standard manual wheelchairs will require an assistant to help push on the uphill return leg.
Upper Antelope Canyon: This site is not wheelchair accessible. The Navajo Nation strictly prohibits wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and hiking sticks inside the canyon. Guests must have good mobility to navigate the sandy, uneven terrain and narrow passages unassisted.
Restrooms: Vault toilets are located at the south end of the Horseshoe Bend parking lot near the trailhead. There are absolutely no restrooms available along the trail or at the overlook itself.
Water: There are no water fountains or sinks anywhere on the trail or at the overlook. Visitors must bring their own water—at least 1 liter per person is highly recommended to stay safely hydrated in the desert environment.
Shade: The newly renovated 0.6-mile path to Horseshoe Bend features two comfortable, covered shade structures with wooden seating where hikers can rest and escape the intense sun.
Yes, most guided tours include the mandatory entrance fees for both Upper Antelope Canyon and the Horseshoe Bend parking lot. However, it is always best to check the specific inclusions of your booking.
You can bring luggage on the tour bus, but bags, backpacks, and large camera equipment are strictly prohibited inside Upper Antelope Canyon. You will need to leave them securely in your vehicle.
The round-trip walk is approximately 1.5 miles on a mostly flat, hard-packed sand path with one gentle hill. While not technically difficult, the intense desert heat and lack of shade can make the uphill return challenging.
Horseshoe Bend has an ADA-accessible path to a viewing platform. However, Upper Antelope Canyon strictly prohibits wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and hiking sticks due to the narrow, sandy terrain.
Sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes are essential for the sandy, uneven terrain at both sites. Dress in breathable layers, wear sun protection, and bring a light jacket if visiting in the winter months.
At Horseshoe Bend, vault toilets are only available at the trailhead parking lot. There are no restrooms or running water available along the trail or at the canyon overlook.
No, operating drones or any uncrewed aircraft is strictly prohibited at Horseshoe Bend and within the surrounding Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Many full-day tours departing from Las Vegas include a basic lunch, such as a turkey sandwich. Tours from Phoenix or Page may just provide snacks and bottled water, with time allotted to buy your own lunch.
At Horseshoe Bend, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm from spring through fall offers the best lighting. This late-afternoon sun keeps the Colorado River out of deep shadows and makes the red rocks glow.
Yes, but extreme vigilance is required at Horseshoe Bend due to unfenced 1,000-foot drops. Inside the tour vehicles, Arizona law requires children eight and under to be in a car seat, which you must provide.
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This tour visits Upper Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. At the canyon, a local Navajo guide leads you through narrow sandstone passages shaped by erosion, where you can see the famous light beams and colorful rock formations. The trip also stops at Horseshoe Bend for a view of the Colorado River’s 280-degree curve from the cliffs above. Bookings made on or after May 13 include complimentary admission to Madame Tussauds in Las Vegas. These tickets are valid for use starting one day before your tour date and up to three days after the tour concludes.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Meet your guide at Einstein Bros. Bagels in Phoenix to begin the drive north toward Page. The route takes you through the high-altitude pine forests of Flagstaff before descending into the red rock desert of Northern Arizona. After arriving in Page, you will stop for lunch at a local cafe to refuel before the afternoon's activities. The tour features a walk to the rim of Horseshoe Bend to see the Colorado River from the 1,000-foot overlook. You will also enter Antelope Canyon for a guided tour led by a Navajo member. These guides provide access to the narrow sandstone slot canyons while sharing the history and cultural significance of the area. Throughout the trip, your local guide will handle the logistics and offer insights into the region's unique geology.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This tour departs from the Walmart in Page, Arizona, and starts with a 1.5-mile roundtrip walk to the Horseshoe Bend overlook. This site provides a direct view of the Colorado River as it curves around the canyon floor. Lunch is included as part of the day's itinerary. The tour continues with a visit to Antelope Canyon led by a Native American guide. As you walk through the narrow sandstone passages, your guide will explain how wind and water shaped the canyon over time. They will also offer practical tips for capturing the best photos of the light and textures within the slot canyon. The trip concludes with a drop-off back at the Page Walmart at approximately 2:45 PM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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