Monument Valley: Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Navajo Guide｜United States

Wake up to the morning majesty of Monument Valley. Start in front of the world-famous Mitten rock formations and make your way through the valley as the sun casts its light upon the mesas and buttes.

Or, End your day by watching nature’s slideshow of the ever-changing light and the different moments it creates. This tour winds its way around the 17-mile loop road as the light dances around and lights up the monuments. Finish in front of the Mittens for the sunlight’s last glow.

Cover viewpoints along the 17-mile loop road. Stop at Mitten Viewpoint and await the sunrise or sunset. Continue to John Ford Point, Totem Pole Viewpoint, and North Window before returning to Goulding's.

All of the tour guides are local Navajos who grew up in and around the Monument Valley area. During the tours, they provide access to trails and paths not open to the public while offering insight about the Valley. They are proud of their heritage and are more than happy to share stories about their culture and history, so don’t hesitate to ask.

The tour vehicles are modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing top safety and comfort. The open-air vehicles in the fleet come equipped with large transparent flaps that can be quickly deployed, should the weather take an abrupt turn.