Jean Grimm's Mexican Art and Culture Tours

Northern Arizona From Desert to Canyon

8 Days, April 19 to 26, 2010

Discover the best of central and northern Arizona, from the sophisticated desert cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale to stunning red rock country and Sedona, to the Navajo and Hopi reservations, and the majestic Grand Canyon.

In Phoenix: Tour downtown Phoenix, and the beautiful residential areas of Camelback Mountain and Paradise Valley; visit the fabulous Heard Museum of Native American cultures, arts and crafts; visit the Phoenix Art Museumholding American, International, and contemporary art, high fashion collections and a beautiful sculpture garden; visit the Desert Botanical Gardenin lovely Papago Park; and Paolo Soleri’s workshop at Cosanti to see his famous wind-bells.

In Scottsdale: See Old Town Scottsdale: visit The Scottsdale Center for the Artsand it’s Museum of Contemporary Artand visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West.

Red Rock Country: As you journey to red rock country, visit the ruins of Montezuma Castle National Monument, an early indigenous cliff dwelling.

In Sedona: Right in the heart of red-rock country, view the contemporary Chapel of the Holy Cross wedged between two large red sandstone peaks; visit Tlaquepaque the architecturally interesting and entertaining shopping area; and visit Sedona’s Gallery Row. Head north on Oak Creek Canyon Road to Flagstaff, one of the most scenic roads in North America.

In Flagstaff: Take a city tour of the highlights of Flagstaff, and drive east to Winslow. Visit Meteor Crater, formed about 50,000 years ago when a meteor slammed into the rocky plain.

The Grand Canyon: Drive to the Grand Canyon via the Hopi and Navajo reservations, with an interesting stop in a Hopi village. Visit the fascinating Cameron Trading Post. See the half hour IMAX Grand Canyon film. Take the desert view drive to catch these spectacular panoramic views of the Canyon: Lookout Studio, Mather Point, Grand View Point, and Desert View. Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the canyon.

On the tour you will dine in wonderful restaurants and have free leisure time.

Cost: Double occupancy: $1,895. Single occupancy: $2,295. Airfare not included.