Monument Valley Backcountry Tour
Monument Valley, United States

Monument Valley Backcountry Tour

Outty Ranking 84 4.9 · 765 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $75
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Outty Ranking

84/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 765 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Monument Valley Backcountry Tour worth booking?

Monument Valley Backcountry Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Monument Valley, United States, from $75 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 765 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
84 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (765)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$75 per person

The adventure begins with a brief introduction from your Navajo guide who will then embark you on an unforgettable journey into Monument Valley. Your guide will navigate through 28 miles of Monument Valley's Finest spectacles where movies, commercials, and performances were made. Enjoy the luxury of exploring all the Highlight stops and areas that are off-limits to normal travelers; and listen and watch your guide bring the monuments to life through its history, story telling, and live performances. Enjoy the breathtaking Mesas, Buttes, Spires, and Arches there are hidden stories waiting to be told.

What you get

    About this experience

    The adventure begins with a brief introduction from your Navajo guide who will then embark you on an unforgettable journey into Monument Valley. Your guide will navigate through 28 miles of Monument Valley's Finest spectacles where movies, commercials, and performances were made. Enjoy the luxury of exploring all the Highlight stops and areas that are off-limits to normal travelers; and listen and watch your guide bring the monuments to life through its history, story telling, and live performances. Enjoy the breathtaking Mesas, Buttes, Spires, and Arches there are hidden stories waiting to be told.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pick-up & Drop-off for KOA campground guest only (MUST CALL FOR DEPARTURE TIME)
    • Pick-up & Drop-off at The View Hotel Lobby(outside in front of lobby down the stairs)
    • Certified Navajo Guide

    Not included

    • KOA pick-up is for KOA overnight customers ONLY
    • Admission fees
    • Hogan visit and rug weaving demonstration(book the extended backcountry tour for this activity)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

      Scenic Stop 1- West & East Mitten View Scenic Stop 2- John Ford's Point Scenic Stop 3- Navajo Hogan Visit & Navajo rug weaving demonstration. Scenic Stop 4- Big Hogan Arch, Moccasin Arch & Live Performance Scenic Stop 5- Sun's Eye & Anasazi Petroglyphs/Ruins Scenic Stop 6- Totem Pole Monument Scenic Stop 7- North Window or Artist's Point

      1440 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Monument Valley

    We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area. Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour. (Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to November. We are MDT Mountain Daylight Time)

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area. Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour. (Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to November. We are MDT Mountain Daylight Time)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Monument Valley Tribal Tours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Juniper Tree at Artist’s Point stop, Monument Valley Backcountry TourMonument Valley Backcountry Tour, photo 3Monument Valley Backcountry Tour, photo 4Visitor Center and The View Hotel, Monument Valley Backcountry TourVisitor center, Monument Valley Backcountry TourMonument Valley Backcountry Tour, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 757 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    757 verified traveler reviews for Monument Valley Backcountry Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    margaretmS9709RG · October 2026

    An amazing experience of Navajo lands and culture

    I would give this tour 10 stars if I could. ⭐️! Travis, a native Navajo, was outstanding. He was an excellent driver and his presentation at the petroglyphs made us feel very connected to the traditions of his people and the beauty of the land. Absolutely worth it!

    via Tripadvisor

    344pamelah · October 2026

    A Rour Not To Be Missed💙

    EVERYTHING. !!! The information our tour guide have us was incredible We never would have gotten that out of a self drive. The Navajo stories were told at every stop. We went places that the general public cannot go on the self drive. The ABSOLUTE best part was when Larry played his flute…💙. Larry was a Phenomenal guide and our group Highly Recommends him. Monument Valley Tribal Tours is a Highly Recommended MUST DO Event…. ☀️.

    via Tripadvisor

    kevinsG860LZ · September 2026

    Mystery Valley Tour is Great!

    We were fortunate to have Travis as our tour guide. Our original tour, the 17-mile scenic loop among the monuments, was canceled after monsoon rains had caused damage to the roadway. The night before our scheduled tour, the tour operator texted us to let us know of the cancellation of that tour but offered alternatives, including refunding our tour fee, taking a tour that involved some hiking or a tour of the Mystery Valley. We opted to go with the Mystery Valley tour and are so glad that we chose that option. There is so much coverage online of what can be seen on the 17-mile tour but comparatively very little about the Mystery Valley tour. We arrived and waited until Travis pulled into the loading area with the tour vehicle. After making sure everyone was safely buckled in, we headed out to Highway 163 where we headed south to the tribal roadway leading to Mystery Valley. Travis obviously has experience driving the tour routes as there were still many, many places where the regular roadway was covered in water. Sometimes, when it was a significant-sized pool of water, Travis would take us cross-country through the sagebrush to bypass the flooded areas. It was also nice to have fellow tour riders from so many places, including Europe and eastern parts of the U.S. The most enjoyable portions of the tour were the stops where he would explain the Navajo history and culture. In his case, it helped that he had spent considerable time with his grandparents who were very involved in preserving the Navajo history and culture so he was able to learn much of what had led to the current times. Not only did he provide a great education to the group about the Navajo history and culture but he also spent time showing and explaining to us how the monuments were formed with a combination of the freeze-thaw cycle, rain, wind, rock type and other environmental conditions. He created models in the dirt to show how the process evolved, including how arches form. During the latter stops, he sang to us while he played a two-pipe flute and also performed ceremonial drumming and chanting. We can’t thank Travis enough for what he taught us on our tour and would also like to extend our thanks to the Monument Valley Tribal Tours for their excellent communications regarding the closure of our original tour route and providing us with options. Once we realized there was a text message regarding the closure, texts were sent and responded to very quickly.

    via Tripadvisor

    cristys278 · September 2026

    Great experience!!

    Larry was awesome!! So knowledgeable! Explained Monument Valley and great stories and explanations.

    via Tripadvisor

    kimpW7606FK · September 2026

    A fun interesting tour!

    A fun way to see Monument Valley sitting open air with 11 others. Our tour guide Larry was very friendly and knowledgeable driving us to different sights, telling stories of how formations got their names and the history of the Code Talkers. Due to previous flooding our guide had to improvise and took us to a hogan where a native woman talked to us about life there. We enjoyed him playing the flute as well.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    268
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Monument Valley Tribal Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 81.1.

    See everything Monument Valley Tribal Tours runs

    Why this scores 84

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)89
    Booking momentum (14% weight)87
    Value for money (12% weight)57
    Listing quality (10% weight)77
    Local standing (8% weight)74
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Monument Valley Backcountry Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Monument Valley.

    How much does Monument Valley Backcountry Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Monument Valley usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Monument Valley Backcountry Tour take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Monument Valley is not rushed.

    Is Monument Valley Backcountry Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 765 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Monument Valley, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Monument Valley Backcountry Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    Around 268 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Monument Valley can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Monument Valley and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Monument Valley Backcountry Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Monument Valley within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Monument Valley?

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    Monument Valley is only fully accessible with Navajo guides: backcountry 4x4 tours into restricted areas, sunrise and sunset photo runs, horseback rides and cultural storytelling. On Outty we rank every Monument Valley experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 2.5 Hours of Monument Valley's Backcountry 4×4 Tour, Monument Valley Group Tour - 3 Hours - Navajo Spirit Tours, 3 Hour Monument Valley Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Monument Valley?

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    April to May and September to October for mild temperatures. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Monument Valley?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    Included: Pick-up & Drop-off for KOA campground guest only (MUST CALL FOR DEPARTURE TIME); Pick-up & Drop-off at The View Hotel Lobby(outside in front of lobby down the stairs); and Certified Navajo Guide. Not included: KOA pick-up is for KOA overnight customers ONLY; Admission fees; and Hogan visit and rug weaving demonstration(book the extended backcountry tour for this acti. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    We meet OUTSIDE in front of the view hotel lobby at the guided tour loading area. Please arrive 15 minutes before your departing tour. (Please be advised we are one hour ahead of Arizona from March to November. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Monument Valley Backcountry Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Monument Valley Backcountry Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Monument Valley Backcountry Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Monument Valley Backcountry Tour?

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    Across 765 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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