Antelope Canyon options
Flight Details
Departing: FLIGHT 3550
San Francisco (SFO) to Phoenix (PHX)
Depart: April 4, 2025 at 10:39 PM - Arrive: April 5, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Returning: FLIGHT 2637
Phoenix (PHX) to San Francisco (SFO)
Depart: April 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM - Arrive: April 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Confirmed Activity: Antelope Canyon guided tour on April 7 at 11:40 AM
Shared experiences (regardless of the option)
Antelope CANYON
Confirmed tour
4/7 at 11:40 AM
(AZ time)
Horseshoe bend
Near Antelope Canyon
4/7 TBD
Lowell observatory (optional)
Flagstaff
Weather & schedule permitting
3 options - comparison
OPTION A: RELAXED - SEDONA & SURROUNDING PARKS
Maximize your time exploring Sedona's famous red rock formations, unique shops, art galleries, and cultural experiences with ample time to enjoy the town itself. This option offers a perfect balance of outdoor adventures and cultural exploration.
At a Glance
April 5 (Day 1)
Morning: Pick up rental car, drive to Sedona (2 hours, 115 miles)
Afternoon: Airport Mesa hike and explore Uptown Sedona shops and galleries
Evening: Sunset at Red Rock Crossing/Crescent Moon Ranch
Overnight: Sedona
April 6 (Day 2)
Morning: Short hike at Bell Rock and explore Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Afternoon: Visit local art galleries, optional spa time or Red Rock State Park
Evening: Drive to Page (3 hours, 150 miles)
Overnight: Page
April 7 (Day 3)
Morning: Antelope Canyon guided tour at 11:40 AM
Afternoon: Visit Horseshoe Bend, drive to Flagstaff (2 hours, 130 miles)
Evening: Optional visit to Lowell Observatory for stargazing (weather permitting)
Overnight: Flagstaff
April 8 (Day 4)
Morning: Optional quick visit to Walnut Canyon, drive to Phoenix (2 hours, 130 miles)
Afternoon: One family departs Phoenix at 11 AM, others catch 1:00 PM flight back to San Francisco
OPTION B: explore SEDONA & squueze in Grand canyon
Experience one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World with a day at the Grand Canyon while still enjoying Sedona and Antelope Canyon.
At a Glance
April 5 (Day 1)
Morning: Arrive in Phoenix, pick up rental car, drive to Sedona
Afternoon: Cathedral Rock hike for iconic red rock views
Evening: Stroll through Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Overnight: Sedona
April 6 (Day 2)
Morning: Drive to Grand Canyon South Rim (2.5 hours, 115 miles)
Afternoon: Explore Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Rim Trail viewpoints
Evening: Drive to Page (2.5 hours, 130 miles)
Overnight: Page
April 7 (Day 3)
Morning: Antelope Canyon guided tour at 11:40 AM
Afternoon: Visit Horseshoe Bend, drive to Sedona (3 hours, 170 miles)
Evening: Optional stop in Flagstaff at Lowell Observatory for stargazing (weather permitting)
Overnight: Sedona
April 8 (Day 4)
Morning: Morning in Sedona, drive to Phoenix (2 hours, 115 miles)
Afternoon: One family departs Phoenix at 11 AM, others catch 1:00 PM flight back to San Francisco
OPTION C: Grand canyon & Antelope canyon (skip sedona)
Maximize time at Arizona's most spectacular natural wonders by heading directly to the Grand Canyon and skipping Sedona. This option reduces backtracking and gives you more time at the main attractions.
At a Glance
April 5 (Day 1)
Morning: Pick up rental car, drive directly to Grand Canyon (3.5 hours, 230 miles)
Afternoon: Explore Grand Canyon South Rim viewpoints and Visitor Center
Evening: Sunset at Mather or Yavapai Point
Overnight: Grand Canyon South Rim
April 6 (Day 2)
Morning: Morning hike on South Rim Trail or Bright Angel Trail (partial)
Afternoon: Drive to Page (2.5 hours, 130 miles)
Evening: Explore Lake Powell shoreline or optional sunset cruise
Overnight: Page
April 7 (Day 3)
Morning: Antelope Canyon guided tour at 11:40 AM
Afternoon: Visit Horseshoe Bend, drive to Sedona (3 hours, 170 miles)
Evening: Optional stop in Flagstaff at Lowell Observatory for stargazing (weather permitting)
Overnight: Sedona
April 8 (Day 4)
Morning: Morning in Sedona, drive to Phoenix (2 hours, 115 miles)
Afternoon: One family departs Phoenix at 11 AM, others catch 1:00 PM flight back to San Francisco
Main Differences Between Options:
Option A maximizes time in Sedona with multiple red rock experiences and a more relaxed pace
Option B includes the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, while still enjoying Sedona
Option C focuses on the Grand Canyon and Antelope Canyon, bypassing Sedona to maximize time at the main attractions
All options include the scheduled Antelope Canyon tour and a visit to Horseshoe Bend
Options A and C have the final night in Flagstaff, while Option B returns to Sedona
Options B and C have similar total driving time, but different routes
COMPARISON - DRIVE TIME
OPTION A
Approx. 7 hours total driving (395 miles)
Phoenix to Sedona: 2 hours (115 miles)
Sedona to Page: 3 hours (150 miles)
Page to Flagstaff: 2 hours (130 miles)
Flagstaff to Phoenix: 2 hours (130 miles)
OPTION B
Approx. 10 hours total driving (530 miles)
Phoenix to Sedona: 2 hours (115 miles)
Sedona to Grand Canyon: 2.5 hours (115 miles)
Grand Canyon to Page: 2.5 hours (130 miles)
Page to Sedona: 3 hours (170 miles)
Sedona to Phoenix: 2 hours (115 miles)
option C
Approx. 10 hours total driving (530 miles)
Phoenix to Grand Canyon: 3.5 hours (230 miles)
Grand Canyon to Page: 2.5 hours (130 miles)
Page to Flagstaff: 2 hours (130 miles)
Flagstaff to Phoenix: 2 hours (130 miles)
