Canyon de Chelly: Explore Ancient Navajo Sites

Embark on a captivating Chinle Canyon Tour and explore the rich Navajo archaeological sites in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Discover ancient ruins, petroglyphs, and pictographs while immersing yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the canyon.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Canyon de Chelly National Monument - While traveling along the route, visitors might encounter sites such as:
    Kokopelli Cave, which showcases various pictographs.
    Newspaper Rock, displaying multiple petroglyph panels.
    Petroglyph Rock, featuring a variety of petroglyph panels.
    First Ruin, presenting a prehistoric Puebloan ruin.
    Junction Ruin,…
What's Included
  • Sanitation fee
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Government fees
Additional Information

Canyon de Chelly National Monument boasts over 2,700 archaeological sites nestled in the heart of the Navajo Nation. Visitors can explore prehistoric ruins and admire rock art, including petroglyphs and pictographs. The stunning rock formations, along with the diverse flora and fauna, create an ideal setting for your tour.
At each location, guests will…

Location
Tséyi' Diné Heritage Area - Cottonwood Campground at Canyon De Chelly
Meet at the picnic parking lot, which is a two-minute walk across from the Thunderbird Lodge, on the North side.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Libby_t
Apr 5, 2026
The Canyon up close - Our guide, Percy, took us to see many sites in this beautiful canyon. Without a guide, none of this is accessible.
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W689nwjamesc
Apr 3, 2026
Great Tour in Canyon de Chelly! - Dear Canyon De Chelly Tours, We had a great time/tour in Canyon de Chelly. Celia Teller is a great Tour Guide. She is so Knowledgeable, Patient and her Personal touch made the day special. Thank you, Jim and Sue
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Andrea_p
Mar 29, 2026
Exceptional! - Our g Delvonnia really brought out the interwoven fabric of the people and the land. She communicated exceptionally well, shared her knowledge of geology, and shared stories of her cultural experiences. We are grateful.
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Tom_c
Mar 23, 2026
Great Trip - Great overview of the canyon and its history. Our guide Chanz was great. Was glad we took the trip. Would recommend
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Davemb7061yq
Mar 15, 2026
Well worth the cost of a private tour - I had a great tour. I booked the private tour and my guide, Percy, was great. He is my age - 67 - so I understood the broader context for the stories he told about growing up. His grandmother, who lived to be 103, was very important in his life and he did a wonderful job channeling her experiences and perspectives about the changes she saw over her lifetime. It felt like I was sitting at her feet at times. There is an enourmous amount to see in the Canyon, but at the end of the day the thing I will take with me from the tour was the extended conversation I had with Percy.
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F8305uhtonya
Mar 13, 2026
Tourism with beauty and meaning. - Outstanding on every level. Guide was awesome. Education on culture and relation to the land was as important as the scenery. Can't go wrong with Irene and this operation.
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Jkx4997tw
Feb 12, 2026
Beautiful historical area that could not been seen or told about unless taking this your. Remote & private land/area. Petroglyph - Excellent guide knew much about the historical area. I felt secure & confident in the hands of our guide & 4-wheel drive vehicle- a MUST! The surroundings & topography was spiritual, invigorating, & beautiful. I thoroughly enjoyed my tour.
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Grandtour508098
Jan 20, 2026
Canyon floor - Percy was great, knowledgeable, good story teller, a fun time. Had so much history to share
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Thechronictraveller
Jan 16, 2026
Fantastic tour of the canyon floor with a wonderful guide - To me, touring the canyon floor is a must. It's a completely different scenery than just driving along the rim. We were fortunate enough to get paired with Irene as our guide. She made the entire tour so incredibly memorable--I'd highly recommend asking for her. As we drove through different sites, she regaled us with stories of growing up in the canyon, giving a very unique perspective. Because it was just a group of 3 of us in the Jeep, she also customised our routing based on what we were most interested in seeing. That involved a lot of petroglyphs and old cliff dwellings. Note that the Jeep is raised, so people with mobility issues might be challenged getting in. I have a bad back, and certainly the driving on the canyon floor made that worse. But that is part of the adventure. As for walking, you can do as little or as much as you want, just let the guide know. The price is set by the hour, with a 3-hour minimum. It's high for one person, but when you split among 3 (just right for one Jeep) it's reasonable.
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Jessica
Jan 6, 2026
Stunning tour of scenery and history - Endless gratitude to Jason our guide for all his knowledge and generosity with his time and personal history. We are extremely inquisitive and he welcomed every question with good humor. It was surreal to be in the canyon all alone for hours without seeing a single other tour - truly a magical time to be here in the quiet season with such beautiful, chilly, sunny weather. Jason's deep family ties to the canyon and his wealth of wisdom about the archaeology, as well as Diné language and culture, made our visit incredibly special. I've dreamed of coming to the region for my whole life and seeing it through his eyes was a true privilege.
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From $250 (Per Group)
up to 3 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).