Monument Valley Extended Backcountry Tour

4.9 (903 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation

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903 reviews

4.9

Right Mitten Butte — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Ear of the Wind — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The 4x4 Extended backcountry tour offers all Highlight stops and additional stops that are not covered in the regular backcountry tour. Spend more time with your Navajo guide and indulge in an experience that uncovers the secrets, myths, and legends of the Navajo Culture. Navigate through 28 miles of Monument Valley's Finest spectacles where movies, commercials, and performances were made. Enjoy the luxury of exploring areas that are off-limits to normal travelers; and listen and watch your guide bring the monuments to life through its history, story telling, and live performances. Enjoy a visit to a local Navajo Hogan and watch a demonstration of the art of Navajo Rug Weaving. Behind the breathtaking Mesas, Buttes, Spires, and Arches there are hidden stories waiting to be told.

The Tribal Park Admission Fee is not included. ($8 per person)

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Monument Valley Tribal Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pick-up & Drop-off at the View Hotel(Outside in front down the stairs)
Included: Pick-up & Drop-off from KOA campground for overnight guest only (MUST CALL FOR DEPARTURE TIME)
Included: Certified Navajo Guide
Included: Photo Opportunities
Included: 4x4 open aired vehicle

Not included

Not included: Tribal Park Admission Fee- $8 per person (can use check or credit card)
Not included: Admission fees: Tribal Park

Itinerary

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

5 min

Scenic Stop 1- West & East Mitten View

Scenic Stop 2- Elephant Butte

Scenic Stop 3- John Ford's Point

Scenic Stop 4- Navajo Hogan Visit & Navajo rug weaving demonstration.

Scenic Stop 5- Big Hogan Arch, Moccasin Arch & Live Performance

Scenic Stop 6- Sun's Eye & Anasazi Petroglyphs/Ruins

Scenic Stop 7- Ear of the Wind Arch

Scenic Stop 8- Echo Cave Ruin

Scenic Stop 9- The Totem Pole Monument & Sand Springs

Scenic Stop 10- Artist's Point & Spearhead Mesa

Scenic Stop 11- North Window

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

- We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour time.
- (Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to November, we are MDT Mountain Daylight Time)

End point

- We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour time.
- (Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to November, we are MDT Mountain Daylight Time)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
GROUP TOURS ONLY. Private tours can be arranged.
All children must be accompanied by an adult
We are on Mountain Standard Time (UT). Daylight savings time is observed.
Groups must dress appropriate to weather conditions.
Group Tours may be CANCELLED due to untolerable weather conditions. Rescheduling tours and full refunds will be offered.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers over 5 months