Grand Canyon + Ancient Ruins + Volcano Full Day Christian Tour
Canyon Ministries Christian Tours
4.9
328mistik
10 days ago
Our Biblical Creation Tour was absolutely incredible, and that’s thanks in large part to our guide, Eddy. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and had a real passion for both the science and the Scripture that brought the canyon’s story to life in a completely new way.
Eddy struck the perfect balance between education and inspiration—his explanations made complex geological features easy to understand while connecting them beautifully to the Biblical narrative. He answered every question with enthusiasm, and his sense of humor kept the whole group smiling all day long.
From breathtaking viewpoints to fascinating geological insights, every stop felt meaningful. You could tell Eddy truly loves what he does, and that made the experience even more special.
If you want to see the Grand Canyon through fresh eyes and walk away both awed by nature and inspired by faith, this is the tour to take. Highly recommend—five stars all the way! 🌄🙏
Grand Canyon, Wupatki Ruins & Sunset Crater Volcano Tour! Embark on a full-day Christian adventure exploring geology, archaeology, and history through a biblical creation lens. Join Canyon Ministries as we journey through three incredible parks, beginning and ending in Flagstaff. Stand in awe at the Grand Canyon’s breathtaking vistas, step back in time at the ancient Wupatki Native American ruins, and traverse the rugged lava fields of Sunset Crater Volcano. Along the way, our expert guides will share insights connecting these remarkable landscapes to the biblical account of Creation and the Flood. This engaging tour is perfect for the whole family, combining stunning scenery with rich cultural history. The price includes entry to all three parks and bottled water. Lunch is not included but can be purchased in the park or brought with you. Don’t miss this chance to experience God’s creation in a whole new way! River trips, backpacking and other tours available on our website.
Duration10 hoursLanguages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Flagstaff1175 West Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ 86001Departing the Doubletree Hotel in Flagstaff, our journey to the Grand Canyon takes us through scenic views of the San Francisco Volcanic Field, with cinder cones dotting the landscape and views Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona and capped with snow most of the year.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon National ParkArizonaArrive at the spectacular South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. Price of park entry is included in the tour. Keep an eye out for elk as we drive 10 minutes through the park to our first stop.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon South RimHighway 64, ArizonaStart near Yavapai Point for a restroom break, followed by our first views of the Grand Canyon with an introduction to the canyon's features and spectacular geology. From there, we can see the Bright Angel Trail, Phantom Ranch, and the Kaibab Suspension Bridge, along with views of the Colorado River far below.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Grandview PointSouth Rim, , ArizonaExplore the best of the Grand Canyon's South Rim and Desert View Drive, with stops at key overlooks. During our time at the Grand Canyon, we will discuss the accounts of biblical creation and the global Flood found in the book of Genesis, and how it relates to the features and formation of the canyon's rock layers. We will then talk about the events we believe carved the Grand Canyon—a lot of water, in a little bit of time from massive lake spillover on the Colorado Plateau. Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Grand Canyon Desert View WatchtowerDesert View Dr., Grand Canyon, ArizonaStop at Grandview Point with distant views of the Colorado River and Tanner Rapid. While there, learn about the Wild West people history of the Grand Canyon, including copper mining and maybe a river trip story or two!Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Navajo NationArizonaStop at Desert View for our lunch break, with food options at the Market and Deli. Featuring hot foods, salads, and sandwiches, along with a small grocery store. You may also opt to bring a lunch with you during the tour, though we may not have room for large coolers on the tour vehicle.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Wupatki National Monument25137 N. Sunset Crater Wupatki Loop Road, , Flagstaff, ArizonaDescend 3,000 feet from the Kaibab Plateau as we drive down into the lands of the Navajo Nation. With dramatic views of the Little Colorado River Gorge and distant Painted Desert, our journey is filled with stunning scenery and wild west wonderment.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument6082 Sunset Crater Road, , Flagstaff, ArizonaExplore Native American Indian ruins nearly 1,000 years old, surrounded by the high desert grasses and red rocks of this landscape. We will talk about the Ice Age and migration of people groups around the world, including the Sinagua Ancestral Puebloans once referred to as the "Anasazi" that lived in this area. We will see the distant Hopi Mesas where these Ancient Ones (Hisatsinom) moved to. Keep your eyes open, as there's always the possibility of seeing pronghorn antelope, coyotes, or birds of prey in this landscape.Duration: 1 hourStop At: FlagstaffFlagstaff, ArizonaOur drive from Wupatki to Sunset Crater Volcano climbs around 2,000 feet from desert rocks and grasses to tall Ponderosa pines as we explore the otherworldly landscape of the San Francisco Volcanic Field. Our destination is Sunset Crater Volcano, the most recent eruption in the area. Once there, we will embark on a loop trail to get up close and hands-on with the volcanic rocks here, and learn about lava tubes, caves, and spatter cone "hornitos" that surround us. The trail loop is optional, with additional viewpoints or shorter routes for those not wishing to to the walk.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Yavapai PointArizonaThe scenic views continue on our drive back to Flagstaff. With the best views of the San Franciso Peaks all day, the landscape often holds other surprises to see, such as deer, elk, meadows, and fields of wildflowers. We arrive back at the Doubletree Hotel for drop-off typically around 6:00 p.m.Duration: 30 minutesAdditional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Umbrellas
- Blankets
- Binoculars
- Entry Fees to all 3 Parks
- Optional gratuity for your guide
Grand Canyon, Wupatki Ruins & Sunset Crater Volcano Tour! Embark on a full-day Christian adventure exploring geology, archaeology, and history through a biblical creation lens. Join Canyon Ministries as we journey through three incredible parks, beginning and ending in Flagstaff. Stand in awe at the Grand Canyon’s breathtaking vistas, step back in time at the ancient Wupatki Native American ruins, and traverse the rugged lava fields of Sunset Crater Volcano. Along the way, our expert guides will share insights connecting these remarkable landscapes to the biblical account of Creation and the Flood. This engaging tour is perfect for the whole family, combining stunning scenery with rich cultural history. The price includes entry to all three parks and bottled water. Lunch is not included but can be purchased in the park or brought with you. Don’t miss this chance to experience God’s creation in a whole new way! River trips, backpacking and other tours available on our website.
Duration10 hoursLanguages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Flagstaff1175 West Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ 86001Departing the Doubletree Hotel in Flagstaff, our journey to the Grand Canyon takes us through scenic views of the San Francisco Volcanic Field, with cinder cones dotting the landscape and views Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona and capped with snow most of the year.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon National ParkArizonaArrive at the spectacular South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. Price of park entry is included in the tour. Keep an eye out for elk as we drive 10 minutes through the park to our first stop.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon South RimHighway 64, ArizonaStart near Yavapai Point for a restroom break, followed by our first views of the Grand Canyon with an introduction to the canyon's features and spectacular geology. From there, we can see the Bright Angel Trail, Phantom Ranch, and the Kaibab Suspension Bridge, along with views of the Colorado River far below.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Grandview PointSouth Rim, , ArizonaExplore the best of the Grand Canyon's South Rim and Desert View Drive, with stops at key overlooks. During our time at the Grand Canyon, we will discuss the accounts of biblical creation and the global Flood found in the book of Genesis, and how it relates to the features and formation of the canyon's rock layers. We will then talk about the events we believe carved the Grand Canyon—a lot of water, in a little bit of time from massive lake spillover on the Colorado Plateau. Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Grand Canyon Desert View WatchtowerDesert View Dr., Grand Canyon, ArizonaStop at Grandview Point with distant views of the Colorado River and Tanner Rapid. While there, learn about the Wild West people history of the Grand Canyon, including copper mining and maybe a river trip story or two!Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Navajo NationArizonaStop at Desert View for our lunch break, with food options at the Market and Deli. Featuring hot foods, salads, and sandwiches, along with a small grocery store. You may also opt to bring a lunch with you during the tour, though we may not have room for large coolers on the tour vehicle.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Wupatki National Monument25137 N. Sunset Crater Wupatki Loop Road, , Flagstaff, ArizonaDescend 3,000 feet from the Kaibab Plateau as we drive down into the lands of the Navajo Nation. With dramatic views of the Little Colorado River Gorge and distant Painted Desert, our journey is filled with stunning scenery and wild west wonderment.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument6082 Sunset Crater Road, , Flagstaff, ArizonaExplore Native American Indian ruins nearly 1,000 years old, surrounded by the high desert grasses and red rocks of this landscape. We will talk about the Ice Age and migration of people groups around the world, including the Sinagua Ancestral Puebloans once referred to as the "Anasazi" that lived in this area. We will see the distant Hopi Mesas where these Ancient Ones (Hisatsinom) moved to. Keep your eyes open, as there's always the possibility of seeing pronghorn antelope, coyotes, or birds of prey in this landscape.Duration: 1 hourStop At: FlagstaffFlagstaff, ArizonaOur drive from Wupatki to Sunset Crater Volcano climbs around 2,000 feet from desert rocks and grasses to tall Ponderosa pines as we explore the otherworldly landscape of the San Francisco Volcanic Field. Our destination is Sunset Crater Volcano, the most recent eruption in the area. Once there, we will embark on a loop trail to get up close and hands-on with the volcanic rocks here, and learn about lava tubes, caves, and spatter cone "hornitos" that surround us. The trail loop is optional, with additional viewpoints or shorter routes for those not wishing to to the walk.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Yavapai PointArizonaThe scenic views continue on our drive back to Flagstaff. With the best views of the San Franciso Peaks all day, the landscape often holds other surprises to see, such as deer, elk, meadows, and fields of wildflowers. We arrive back at the Doubletree Hotel for drop-off typically around 6:00 p.m.Duration: 30 minutesAdditional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Umbrellas
- Blankets
- Binoculars
- Entry Fees to all 3 Parks
- Optional gratuity for your guide
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328mistik
Our Biblical Creation Tour was absolutely incredible, and that’s thanks in large part to our guide, Eddy. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and had a real passion for both the science and the Scripture that brought the canyon’s story to life in a completely new way.
Eddy struck the perfect balance between education and inspiration—his explanations made complex geological features easy to understand while connecting them beautifully to the Biblical narrative. He answered every question with enthusiasm, and his sense of humor kept the whole group smiling all day long.
From breathtaking viewpoints to fascinating geological insights, every stop felt meaningful. You could tell Eddy truly loves what he does, and that made the experience even more special.
If you want to see the Grand Canyon through fresh eyes and walk away both awed by nature and inspired by faith, this is the tour to take. Highly recommend—five stars all the way! 🌄🙏
Stay23592932691
Our family came from South Carolina to see the Grand Canyon and surrounding features. I had contacted Canyon Ministries to see about what they offered given we are followers of the LORD Jesus Christ. Everyone I was in contact with was more than helpful and very patient with all of our (many!) inquiries. Our tour leader, Dana, was a joy to be with and was also very patient with our questions, answering them well and from a Biblical perspective each time. We had a wonderful, as well as educational, experience with Canyon Ministries and we would certainly recommend them to anyone we know coming out to the Flagstaff area to see the many natural wonders that are here.
flyupside
Our family has to give a huge shout out to Canyon Ministries for a fantastic family adventure! It was the highlight of our family vacation across several stops in Arizona.
Dana was an awesome guide and took the time to point out many of the features of specific interest to the family throughout the different tours or hikes! She took the time to keep the family engaged throughout the day and shared her passion to help us understand how the geography and geology fits best with a Biblical worldview!