Grand Canyon Small Group Tours
Picture yourself following a Navajo guide into Monument Valley, exploring Antelope Canyon's light chambers, and experiencing Zion's dramatic landscapes. The Grand Canyon has views photographs can't capture! Imagine exploring hoodoos, and wading Virgin River Narrows. Small groups get into hidden spots big groups just can't reach.
10 best Grand Canyon small group tours
Compiled by
MelissaGrand Canyon travel expert at TourRadar
- Grand Canyon & Antelope Canyon Overnight - 2 days
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- Premium Hiking in the Grand Canyon
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- Discover Southwestern USA
- Private 3 Day Spiritual Aerial Adventure Safari
- Vegas to Phoenix & Grand Canyon - 8 days
- Vegas, Grand Canyon & Arizona - 8 days
Small groups savor quiet moments at Grand Canyon South Rim viewpoints. The intimate setting enables peaceful walks along rim trails and personalized ranger interactions. Guides share detailed commentary about canyon formation and wildlife spotting opportunities.
Duration 2 days Destinations Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Page, Antelope Canyon Age Range Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator On The Go Tours From
- US$490
Duration 8 days Destinations Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Winslow, Sedona, Jerome, Prescott Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type Group Operator Southwest Adventure Tours From
- US$3,799
Duration 7 days Destinations Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Page, Kayenta, Chinle, Flagstaff Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator WeVenture From
- US$3,550
Duration 3 days Destinations Grand Canyon National Park, Flagstaff Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 9 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Premium From
- US$2,465
Twelve travelers receive personalized attention hiking Grand Canyon's most scenic trails. Groups split into ability levels for Grandview Trail and North Kaibab Trail descents. Nights at the historic El Tovar and Grand Canyon Lodge offer perfect positioning for sunrise hiking and sunset views.
Duration 6 days Destinations Flagstaff, Grand Canyon National Park, Sedona Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 9 Group Type Group Operator Wildland Trekking From
- US$4,015
Duration 13 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Sierra Nevada, Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Los Angeles Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$3,130
Duration 12 days Destinations Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Antelope Canyon, Snow Canyon State Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Monument Valley, Durango, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado SpringsSee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$7,960
Duration 3 days Destinations Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Page, Grand Canyon National Park, Sedona Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
- US$4,676
Duration 8 days Destinations Las Vegas, Kingman, Williams, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Village, Page, Antelope Canyon, Winslow, Petrified Forest National Park, SedonaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type Group Operator On The Go Tours From
- US$4,205
Duration 8 days Destinations Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Village, Winslow, Petrified Forest National Park, Sedona, Jerome, Prescott, Seligman Age Range Ages 6+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator On The Go Tours From
- US$4,035
Reviews of Small Group tours to Grand Canyon
- Grand Canyon and More 3 day tour
Wonderful! Great tourguide, gorgeous scenery, well worth the money! Couldn't be better!
- National Parks Winter Tour
My wife and I just returned from the three day Winter tour of National Parks. We would strongly recommend this tour. Our tour guide Mike was knowledgeable and entertaining. He kept the tour moving at a comfortable pace with well timed breaks and adequate time at the various parks to look around and take pictures. The tour is a bit more expensive than the large tour buses but this is because the tour is run in a small van. The use of a small van allows the tour group to move around faster and spend more time at each attraction which in my opinion more than makes up for the additional cost. We are actually hoping to take future tours with Bindlestiff having been "wowwed" by our first experience.
Like many other businesses, they are having some staffing issues. This business was particularly affected by the pandemic as nobody traveled for a year and they had to lay off some people. We had some trouble getting through to them on occasion, but when the time came, they knocked it out of the park. It was a great trip from the beginning to the end. Their Nat Geo tours are a little bit higher end and, in my opinion, worth the money. We had enough time at multiple different locations to go on a very lengthy hikes. That was very nice because sometimes tours over program and you can only get as much accomplished as the slowest person on the tour. The portions of the tour that we did as a group were perfect. Coupled with the adequate time that we had to do our own thing, it made for a wonderful trip. We saw Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Antelope Canyon, the Grand Canyon and did some really cool smaller stops along the way. In each of the parks, we had six or seven hours to accomplish some major hikes. Nice hotels, great recommendations for dinners, wonderful people in our group and our tour guide (Megan) was fantastic. We went out to dinner with the group several nights and it was very pleasant. Some nights we did our own thing. Small groups no larger than 15. We had 13 people total. We brought our 13 and 15-year-old boys and they had a great time as well. I highly recommend.
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What our customers ask about Grand Canyon Small Group Tours
What time of year is best for small group tours in Grand Canyon National Park?
The prime seasons for small group tours are spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). These months provide comfortable temperatures for hiking popular trails like Bright Angel and South Kaibab. The North Rim Lodge welcomes small groups from May through October offering a less crowded experience. A TourRadar traveler shared "our October small group tour had perfect weather and fewer crowds at popular spots like Plateau Point and Indian Garden."
What unique access do small group tours have in Grand Canyon National Park?
Small group tours can reach quieter sections of the Grand Canyon that larger tours can't access. This includes remote viewpoints along Bright Angel Trail and South Kaibab Trail plus hidden spots like Dripping Springs and Waldron Basin. Groups often stay at notable locations such as the El Tovar Hotel on the South Rim and get special access to ranger programs. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Another highlight was morning at the Watchtower at the Grand Canyon - ours were the first steps in the overnight snow dusting and the morning was magical."
What are the accommodation options for small group tours at Grand Canyon?
Lodging options focus on properties near the canyon rim including the classic El Tovar Hotel and Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim. Other popular choices include The Grand Hotel and The Squire Inn by the South Rim which provide comfortable rooms with easy access to key viewpoints. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "We were very happy with the standard of accommodation which was spacious and very comfortable after a long day."
What unique experiences can I expect on a small group tour at Grand Canyon National Park?
Small groups can explore less-visited areas like Thunder River and Deer Creek Narrows. The tours include wildlife viewing photography at key spots like Surprise Valley and detailed geology talks at sites like the Esplanade. Accommodations include stays at historic properties like El Tovar Hotel or Bright Angel Lodge. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The small group size allowed us to explore hidden gems and secret viewpoints that larger tours simply can't access."
How does transportation arrangements differ for small group tours in Grand Canyon National Park?
Transportation typically involves 14-passenger vans or SUVs rather than large buses allowing access to remote trailheads like Grandview Point and Bright Angel Lodge. These smaller vehicles make it possible to reach viewpoints at the best times for photography while avoiding peak crowds. One TourRadar traveler mentioned "traveling in a small van made it easy to stop at additional viewpoints and gave us more flexibility with our schedule."
What is the ideal group size for hiking tours in Grand Canyon National Park?
The optimal group size ranges from 4-12 people ensuring personal attention and easy movement on narrow paths like South Kaibab Trail and Bright Angel Trail. This size works well for dining at places like the Historic El Tovar Hotel and Grand Canyon Lodge. According to TourRadar travelers "the small group size made the experience much more personal and allowed for flexibility in hiking speeds and rest stops along the challenging trails."
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