10 days in Arizona Itinerary

Phoenix is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. Visiting Off-Road Tours and McDowell Sonoran Preserve will get you outdoors. Get some cultural insight at Musical Instrument Museum and Old Town Scottsdale. Change things up with a short trip to Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center in Scottsdale (about 44 minutes away). The adventure continues: admire nature's wide array of creatures at Phoenix Zoo.

Make your Phoenix itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

Tampa to Phoenix is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Tampa to Phoenix due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Tampa in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Phoenix: temperatures range from 91°F by day to 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Page.

Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.

For traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Page day trip website.

Traveling by flight from Phoenix to Page takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Phoenix in October; daily highs in Page reach 73°F and lows reach 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

Bring the kids along to Grand Canyon South Rim and South Kaibab Trail. Do some cultural sightseeing at Kolb Studio and Yavapai Geology Museum. Next up on the itinerary: hike along Bright Angel Trail, get great views at Mather Point, appreciate the history behind Powell Point, and look for gifts at Hopi House.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Grand Canyon National Park trip planner.

Traveling by car from Page to Grand Canyon National Park takes 2.5 hours. Traveling from Page in October, expect nights in Grand Canyon National Park to be cooler, around 31°F, while days are slightly colder, around 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can go by car to Flagstaff.

Sitting at an elevation of 2,135 m (7,000 ft) and just a short trip from the Grand Canyon and other natural wonders, the city of Flagstaff attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument as well as Wupatki National Monument. Start off your visit on the 17th (Sat): hike along Kachina Trail, get impressive views of Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, explore the striking landscape of Wupatki National Monument, then look for all kinds of wild species at Lava River Cave, then admire nature's extreme beauty at Painted Desert, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Mother Road Brewing Company. Here are some ideas for day two: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, explore the world behind art at West of the Moon Gallery, then take in breathtaking views at Walnut Canyon National Monument, and finally stop by Historic Downtown and Railroad District.

To find traveler tips and more tourist information, refer to the Flagstaff holiday planner.

You can drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Flagstaff in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in October, and nighttime lows around 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Sedona.

Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Sedona trip app.

Getting from Flagstaff to Sedona by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Flagstaff in October, you will find days in Sedona are somewhat warmer (77°F), and nights are warmer (55°F). You will have some time to spend on the 19th (Mon) before leaving for home.