
CHOL HAMOED
SUGGESTIONS

Trip
One
The Grand Canyon
90-Minute Drive from Flagstaff
Guided Tours:
www.onlygrandcanyondayhikes.com
Discover the Grand Canyon
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Mather Point Overlook
See the Grand Canyon in its full glory and a wonderful place for pictures. (Tripadvisor)
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Visitor Center
Located at Mather Point, it’s a great place to ask questions and plan your next stops. (Tripadvisor)
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Bright Angel Trail
Take a beautiful 30 minute to an hour hike into the Canyon. (We do not recommend hiking too far if you do not plan properly and don’t have experience.) (Tripadvisor)
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"Ooh Ahh Point"
A moderate 1.7-mile hike starting at South Kaibab Trail leads to a spectacular viewpoint. (Tripadvisor)
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Bike Rental
Rent a cruiser or road bike and ride Grand Canyon’s beautiful rim side bike trails away from the crowds! (Website)

Trip
Two
Sedona
45-Minute Drive from Flagstaff
Guided Tours:
Journey to Sedona
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Airport Road Overlook
Lookout point with views of the town & rugged red sandstone hills that are illuminated at sunset.(Tripadvisor)
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Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
A Sedona landmark since the 1970's, Tlaquepaque treats visitors and local residents to an exceptional collection of shops and galleries. (Web) (Tripadvisor)
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Sedona Main Street
Home to Sedona's famous shops and galleries. (Tripadvisor)
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West Fork Oak Creek Trail
6.9-mile trail that follows a creek at the bottom of a 1,000-foot canyon. (10251 N State Rte 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336) (Tripadvisor)
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Devil's Bridge Trail
4.3-mile easy hiking trail with beautiful red rock scenery and the chance to have your photo taken on top of Devils Bridge.(Tripadvisor)
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Additional Hikes
Boynton Canyon Trail, Bell Rock Pathway, Airport Mesa Trail, The Birthing Cave, Soldiers Pass, and Red Rock Crossing

Trip
Three
Page & Lake Powel
2-Hour Drive from Flagstaff
Guided Tours:
Explore Page & Lake Powell
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Antelope Canyon
Few geological formations are as picturesque and awe-inspiring as Antelope Canyon. (Tripadvisor)
All areas of Antelope Canyon are only accessible via Guided Tour. Tour Guides are mandatory. Click Here for tour options.
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Horseshoe Bend
A horseshoe-shaped overlook with one of the most spectacular views of the Colorado River. (Tripadvisor)
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Colorado River Rafting
Enjoy a rafting trip on the Colorado River with a certified tour guide. (Tour option one) (Tour option two)
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Lake Powell Boat Tour
There's no better way to see Lake Powell than aboard a guided boat tour. Click Here to view tour options.
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Motor Boat Rental Lake Powell
Explore Lake Powell on the water in your very own powerboat rental. Click Here to view rental options.

Trip
Four
Explore Northern Arizona
For a shorter day trip during Chol Hamoed, consider visiting one of the below cities in Northern Arizona:
Flagstaff:
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Lava River Cave
This fascinating mile-long lava tube was created by molten rock flowing from a volcanic vent, leaving behind a natural underground passage waiting to be explored. (Tripadvisor)
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Walnut Canyon National Monument
Discover the incredible story told by the layers of rock and cliffs at this scenic and historic hiking area, where nature and history come together in breathtaking views. (Tripadvisor)
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Sunset Crater National Monument
A crater was created by a volcanic eruption 900 years ago. (Tripadvisor)
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Flagstaff Extreme
Arizona’s only adventure & zip line course, offering treetop obstacle courses for kids & adults.(Website) (Tripadvisor)
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Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona's premier ski & snowboard destination. Enjoy the scenic gondola ride for an aerial view from the top of the San Francisco Peaks (Website) (Tripadvisor)
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Lowell Observatory
An astronomical observatory in Flagstaff. Best known for the discovery of Pluto. (Website) (Tripadvisor)
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Indoor Activities:
Camp Verde:
55 Minute Drive from Flagstaff
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Out of Africa Wildlife Park
A drive-through wildlife park and zoo. (Website) (Tripadvisor)
Williams:
30 Minute Drive from Flagstaff
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Bearizona Wildlife Park
Wildlife park offering a drive-thru experience starring wolves, bears, bison, mountain goats & more. (Website) (Tripadvisor)
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The Deer Farm
Large petting zoo with chances to feed fallow deer, also home to cockatoos, wallabies & llamas. (Website) (Tripadvisor)
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Canyon Coaster Adventure Park
Experience the excitement of a mountain alpine coaster, tubing, and year-round family fun at this action-packed adventure park. (Website) (Tripadvisor)
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Route 66 Zipline
Zipline riders in seats instead of harnesses fly over a quaint town on the historic Route 66. (Website) (Tripadvisor)