06 Oct 2025
Yesterday was our third trip to the Grand Canyon. The first one was on a large tour bus from Las Vegas, and we only got to stop at on site to view it. We were impressed, but didn't know what else to expect. The second time we drove ourselves from Las Vegas to The Sky Walk. Really enjoyed that. However, yesterday we did a guided tour, with 6 passengers, from Sedona. It was The Comprehensive Grand Canyon Tour from Sedona, bookthrough Viator. The itinerary was excellent, but our guide, Sheldon, was far above excellent. He knew the best places to see certain sites, as well as the best times to be there to avoid large crowds. Extremely knowledgeable and personable. Our first stop was at Sunset Crater Park, a volcanic site. We actually walked for 30 minutes through a lava field! Second stop was at Lomaki Ruins National . Monument, where we hiked to a handful of ancient dwellings. Cameron Trading Post was our shopping/lunch stop. He planned it so we got to the restaurant well ahead of the huge crowds that came while we were eating. Giant Navajo tacos! Finally arrived at The Grand Canyon. We stopped numerous times and places for extensive viewings. If we ever return, we will definitely book this tour, with Sheldon.