Grand Canyon Vacation (Flight + Hotel)

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The Advantages of a Grand Canyon Road Trip 

Even if you’re a long-time resident, we’re guessing there are still lots of Arizona road trip destinations you haven’t checked off your list. And at the top of any Arizonan’s list—a Grand Canyon road trip. With Arizona averaging almost 300 days of sunshine per year, it’s nearly always a good time to visit this natural wonder of the world.  

Any good road trip needs a great car. You can check out the options for car rentals in Flagstaff, and then be snapping pictures of this jaw-dropping canyon 2 hours later. No matter where you start, you’ll want a couple of days to explore the park. Book one of the great vacation rentals in the Grand Canyon to see all that this stunning area has to offer. 

Grand Canyon road trip itinerary 

One of the most popular routes is the road trip from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon. The fastest way is via the I-17N, which will take you around 3.5 hours. And you’ll want to stop at Williams, AZ, the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon,” along the historic Route 66. There are a ton of curio shops, diners, retro gas stations, and even a brewery! 

Weekend road trips in the Grand Canyon 

Sometimes a Grand Canyon weekend trip is all you have time for, but you can still fit in a lot. If you arrive Friday night and stay at one of the nearby Grand Canyon hotels, you can have a fun-filled weekend. For example: 

Day 1: 

• Hike the Rim Trail from Grand Canyon Village 
• Visit Downtown Grand Canyon 
• Book one of these cheap Grand Canyon tours 

Day 2: 

• Hike down to the Bright Angel Trail and explore the canyon from within 
• Visit an ancient pueblo at Tusayan Ruins 
• Shop for some Navajo craftwork and souvenirs at Hopi House 

Places to stop on a road trip to the Grand Canyon 

Traveling by car is the best way to see all that this natural spectacle has to offer. Grab some wheels for your road trip to the Grand Canyon and score deals like Hertz car rentals, and EZ Rent a Car. Book your ride and stop at must-sees including: 

• Tombstone, Arizona: Take a trip to this Old West landmark 
• Bisbee, AZ: Charming buildings, mine tours, and more 
• Tuba, AZ: With more than 100 boutiques and art galleries, you can shop till you drop