Private Phoenix and Scottsdale Half-Day City Tour

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About this activity

Explore the famous architecture, modern art, and desert views that make the cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale such a magical sight. This half-day tour showcases the city's tremendous diversity of culture, scenery, and history, set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert. Your pickup begins your excursion to explore the historic Arizona State Capitol building, Old Town Scottsdale, the incredible architecture of the "Jewel of the Desert" at the Arizona Biltmore, and one of the beautiful mountain parks in the Valley.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Detours of Arizona

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional, local guide
Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food
Not included: Third Party Vendors & Attractions unless specified above

Itinerary

Downtown Phoenix

one hour

Similar to its desert surrounding, the Phoenix and Scottsdale are quite unique.

Downtown Phoenix, home to the historic Arizona Capitol building, provides for a unique metro area where sports fans, fashion buffs, and history enthusiasts intermingle.
Camelback Mountain

Passing by

See this mountain in the middle of the valley that got its name from its resemblance to the hump and head of a sitting camel!
Arizona Biltmore Resort - Links Course

45 min

The Arizona Biltmore is the only existing luxury hotel with design elements from the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Built in 1929, the Biltmore was crowned the “Jewel of the Desert” and has been the preferred resort for past and present celebrities, heads of state, and champions of business. This famous hotel is nestled within the stunning Biltmore Estates neighborhood, which will also be included on this portion of the tour, providing unique, up-close views of Wright’s architectural influences.
Arizona Capitol Museum

45 min Admission included

Visit the time-honored Arizona capitol building, which was where Arizona's Territorial government sat until Arizona became a state in 1912.
Old Town Scottsdale

2 hours

Old Town Scottsdale is a charming neighborhood close to the Fashion District where the Old West still lives on today! Filled with great restaurants, bars, shopping and more - you will definitely want to come back and experience this area!

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

SureStay InnSuites Phoenix Hotel & Suites by Best Western
Motel 6
Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Legacy Golf Resort
Rodeway Inn Phoenix North I-17
Aloft by Marriott Tempe
Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport By IHG
Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
AC Hotel Phoenix Tempe/Downtown
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Tempe University
Hampton Inn Phoenix-Biltmore
Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown North

and 159 more pickup points

If your hotel/lodging location is outside the pick up zone, we can potentially pick you up but we may have to shorten the tour. Otherwise, we will determine a meeting location for you.