Arizona Biking: Grand Canyon to Prescott

Your adventure begins in beautiful Flagstaff, where your included transfer will pick you up in the afternoon to take you to your accommodation in Tusayan, located outside of Grand Canyon National Park. Settle in for the evening and rest up for the start of your ride tomorrow!

After a leisurely breakfast, ride into Grand Canyon National Park along the paved Arizona Trail and spend the day exploring the South Rim of the canyon by bike. Revel in the jaw-dropping views of this geologic wonder, enjoying plenty of time to stop and take photos before returning the way you came.

Today’s easy ride takes you along the straightforward stretch to Valle, offering a gentle decrease in elevation over the course of the ride. Your route begins amidst the varied trees of the Kaibab National Forest, including pinyon pine, Douglas fir, and juniper, and as you decrease in elevation the trees give way to fragrant sagebrush and bitterbrush. Arrive at your charming B&B, where you’ll enjoy expansive views of the surrounding area.

After fueling up for your longest ride of the trip, use the towering, snow-capped presence of Humphrey’s Peak in the distance - Arizona’s highest mountain - as your guiding landmark for the first portion of your ride as you pedal toward it. As your ride continues, return to the forest as you bike through a variety of stands, including peaceful aspen groves. Arrive in the vibrant town of Flagstaff, where you’ll find fantastic dining options and a charming main street.

After yesterday’s strenuous effort, you enjoy an easier ride today that descends nearly 3,000 feet in elevation. Your ride begins through gorgeous forests before making its way past a rushing river and eventually giving way to stunning views of the towering red rock around Sedona. Arrive in this vibrant town surrounded by incredible views in every direction, and enjoy a leisurely stroll past the many shops on main street before relaxing at your accommodation for the evening.

This morning, marvel at the stunning landscape of Sedona as you pedal below walls of soaring red and orange sandstone intermixed with bands of vibrantly white limestone. Continue on this mostly downhill ride toward Page Springs, a desert oasis whose claim to fame is one of the fastest-growing wine regions of Arizona. Arrive at your luxurious B&B, nestled in between vineyards, and enjoy a well-earned glass of wine.

Today’s ride offers sweeping views of the expansive central Arizona high altitude desert, and offers a fine balance of shorter mileage with moderate elevation gain. Your destination is the history-rich town of Jerome, tucked into the side of the Black Hills. After checking in at your historic hotel, explore the many shops, museums, and art galleries downtown.

Your final ride begins with a heart-pumping ascent of nearly 3,000 feet, but quickly rewards you with a beautiful ride through the forest followed by an exhilarating descent back into the wide open vistas of the high desert. Continue on to the adventure town of Prescott, taking time to explore the charming downtown area set against the scenic backdrop of Granite Mountain and the Bradshaw Mountains before you are transported back to Flagstaff from where you continue on your onward travels.