31 days in Arizona Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Arizona sightseeing planner
Start: Minneapolis
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Page
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 7 nights
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Williams
— 3 nights
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Sedona
— 5 nights
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Scottsdale
— 5 nights
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Tucson
— 5 nights
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Tombstone
— 3 nights
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Page — 2 nights

Center of Canyon Country
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.Take a break from Page with a short trip to Marble Canyon in Marble Canyon, about 44 minutes away. The adventure continues: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, explore the stunning scenery at Antelope Canyon, and see human ingenuity at work at Glen Canyon Dam Overlook.
For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Page holiday website.
Minneapolis to Page is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. The time zone difference when traveling from Minneapolis to Page is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Minneapolis, expect much hotter days and a bit warmer nights in Page, ranging from highs of 45°F to lows of 29°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 7 nights

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.On the 11th (Wed), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. There's still lots to do: take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, take some stellar pictures from Navajo Point, don't miss a visit to Moran Point, and take a memorable drive along East Rim Drive.
To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park online driving holiday planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Page to Grand Canyon National Park. Traveling from Page in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Grand Canyon National Park, with lows of 15°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to travel to Williams.
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Williams — 3 nights

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Williams lies on one of the first highways ever built in America, the iconic "Route 66." The town boasts many inns, motels, restaurants, and shops, although its most important feature is serving as the southern terminus of a scenic railway leading to the area's most famous tourist attraction, the World Heritage-listed Grand Canyon.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Williams: Prescott (Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery, Van Gogh's Ear Gallery, &more). There's still lots to do: experience the excitement of Gunfighter Canyon - Indoor Shooting Experience, take an in-depth tour of Williams Depot, stop by Copper Canyon Trading, and let the kids burn off some steam at Big Toy Playground.
To find other places to visit and more tourist information, you can read our Williams journey planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Williams. January in Williams sees daily highs of 45°F and lows of 20°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can go by car to Sedona.
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Sedona — 5 nights
Red Rock Country
Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sedona: Clarkdale (Mingus Mountain Area, Arizona Copper Art Museum, &more). The adventure continues: see Off-Road Tours, take in the exciting artwork at Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art, take in breathtaking views at Oak Creek Canyon, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Chapel of the Holy Cross.
For maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Sedona online holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Williams to Sedona takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Williams in January: high temperatures in Sedona hover around 54°F and lows are around 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Scottsdale.
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Scottsdale — 5 nights

Scottsdale is a city in the eastern part of Maricopa County, Arizona, adjacent to the Greater Phoenix Area. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Scottsdale: Cave Creek Olive Oil Company (in Cave Creek), Phoenix (Off-Road Tours, Horseback Riding Tours, &more) and KOLI Equestrian Center (in Chandler). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Musical Instrument Museum, identify plant and animal life at McDowell Sonoran Preserve, trek along Tom's Thumb Trailhead, and admire the natural beauty at Desert Botanical Garden.
To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Scottsdale trip builder tool.
Traveling by car from Sedona to Scottsdale takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Sedona in January; daily highs in Scottsdale reach 68°F and lows reach 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Tucson.
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To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Scottsdale trip builder tool.
Traveling by car from Sedona to Scottsdale takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Sedona in January; daily highs in Scottsdale reach 68°F and lows reach 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Tucson.
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Tucson — 5 nights

Old Pueblo
One of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, Tucson is a city on a cultural crossroads, with European, Native American, Mexican, and Asian residents blending and sometimes conflicting with one another.Tucson is known for museums, nature, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on nature at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, take in the exciting artwork at Madaras Gallery, awaken your taste buds at Arizona Winery Tours, and learn the secrets of beer at Reisen Arizona Day Tours.
To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Tucson tour itinerary builder tool.
You can drive from Scottsdale to Tucson in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Tucson when traveling from Scottsdale in January, with lows around 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to drive to Tombstone.
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Tombstone — 3 nights

Town Too Tough to Die
Founded in 1877 as a mining camp, Tombstone became one of the most storied towns of the "Wild West." As one of the last frontier boomtowns in the United States, Tombstone prospered between 1880 and 1890, attracting cattle rustlers and outlaws.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Tombstone: Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area (in McNeal) and Benson (Double R Ranch & Kartchner Caverns State Park). The adventure continues: go deep underground at Queen Mine Tour, take in the exciting artwork at Belleza Fine Art Gallery, see the interesting displays at White Raven Trading Co., and stop by Arlene's S.W. Silver & Gold.
For more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Tombstone travel route planner.
Traveling by car from Tucson to Tombstone takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 66°F in February, and nighttime lows around 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.
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Arizona travel guide
The Grand Canyon State
Known as the "Grand Canyon State," Arizona boasts dense forests, deep gorges, sprawling national parks, and modern ski resorts. Native American reservations take up about a quarter of the state, housing several tribes and offering visitors a chance to discover the varied cultures of the country's indigenous population. A patchwork of diverse tourist attractions, Arizona features exclusive golf courses and upscale shops, as well as cactus-covered canyons and stretches of desolate desert straight out of old Westerns, perfect for a vacation far from the city bustle. Though the state still clings to its Old West flavor, its busy college towns packed with young students from around the world exude a cosmopolitan atmosphere.