Hermits Rest Hike & Jeep Grand Canyon Sunset Tour

DEPARTS Grand Canyon, AZ

Grand Canyon South Rim Sunset Views

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Open-air Jeeps: Tour the Grand Canyon in an iconic, open-air Pink Jeep® Wrangler
Hermits Rest: Take a scenic drive to the historic Hermits Rest
Marine Fossils: Hike below the South Rim to see marine fossil beds and majestic landmarks
Short Hike: Hermits Trail is a steep, rocky path; 1-mile roundtrip
Yavapai Point: Visit Yavapai Point for views of the canyon's geological layers and trails
Grand Canyon Village: Step back in time at Grand Canyon Village; see El Tovar and Hopi House
IMAX® Movie: Includes free ticket to the IMAX® Movie, Grand Canyon: Rivers of Time
Park Admission: Includes park admission fee for tour only; park re-entry requires purchase of park pass

Book early to lock in your tour with Plan Ahead Pricing, as prices may increase at any time based on seasonality or availability.

Tour Details

Experience breathtaking Grand Canyon sunset views while touring the South Rim in a custom, open-air Pink Jeep® Wrangler. Your first stop at Yavapai Point is the perfect introduction to the Grand Canyon. Here, the eons of erosion reveal layer upon layer of sediment. Your local, certified adventure guide (who is also a Wilderness First Responder) will share the history of the canyon.

Step back in time as you drive by Grand Canyon Village, a historic district that was once a stop for stagecoaches. The Village is home to El Tovar and Hopi House, both of which opened in 1905. As you take in views of this bustling hub, it’s easy to get a sense that you’re sharing the street with pioneers of centuries ago.

Enjoy a short, scenic ride to Hermits Rest. This area and its buildings pay tribute to a prospector who carved a trail into the canyon and later lived near Dripping Springs. Hop out of the Jeep and explore the wonders below on a short hike via a rocky path below the rim.

Along the way, your guide will show you how to find real marine fossils and teach you about the canyon’s ancient origins. You’ll also view the Hermit Rapids and other landmarks, such as the long-abandoned Hermit Camp. The hike is 1-mile roundtrip.

Your tour of the Grand Canyon includes park admission fees and a free ticket to the IMAX® Movie, Grand Canyon: Rivers of Time. This newly released, 35-minute epic IMAX® experience immerses you in the canyon's ancient landscape. Soar along canyon crevasses like an eagle and feel the rush of the Colorado River rapids with John Wesley Powell and his intrepid explorers. And, as the rivers of time unfold, discover the rich history of the landscapes and Native peoples through the first photos ever taken in the Grand Canyon (circa 1872).

Park admission fees are for tour only. Re-entry to the Grand Canyon National Park requires the purchase of a park pass.

Know Before You Go

Minimum age for this tour is 7 years old; ages 7 to 15 qualify for child pricing
Tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility.
Hike 1-mile round trip on a strenuous, steep and unmaintained rocky trail.
Guests must wear closed-toe shoes, bring bottled water, sunscreen, hat and a snack.
Tour can be seasonal due to inclement weather; an alternate route is provided.

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REVIEWS

Following are real guest reviews, voluntarily submitted and unedited.

Phil, 2024

The guide WAS the tour. He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, friendly, and interesting. It was like being invited to join a kind professor who knows his subject cold and loves it.

Sherry, 2024

I enjoyed our trip. Our tour guide , Brad DeVries, was fantastic.

Anthony, 2024

Brad was a fantastic tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and shared information about the Grand Canyon that we would never have gained without taking this tour. I liked the fact that he had his walking sticks available to anyone in the tour who wished to use them. Brad made sure that all of his hikers participated in a safe manner and he took great care in helping those who needed extra attention to safely make the climb.

Robyn, 2024

Tour was amazing. Steven led us and made us feel like we were hiking with a trusted friend.

Robyn, 2024

Tour was excellent! Offered us an opportunity to get to places we never would have seen on our own.

Tori, 2024

Great just more strenuous than expected and described but beautiful.

Kathryn, 2024

I never got an email confirmation

Julianne, 2024

I appreciate the all inclusiveness of the tour - appreciated that Brad let us try hiking poles (and gladly took them back when we weren't up for the challenge). He also came equipped with snacks, water a first aid kit and fun facts. I only wish the tour were longer for those of us that are particular thrill seekers. It is quite a bit of money for only a couple of hours. I also enjoyed the Imax movie beforehand.

James, 2024

While we were waiting for our name to be called, we were looking at the other guides to determine which one looked like a hiker. We had 3 picked out and ended up with the guy wearing shorts and pink socks. Great. But, we couldn’t have been happier we got him! The guy from Buffalo who came out here because of Pink Jeep Tours represents your brand to a tee, hence the pink socks! He paced the hike for 2 60-year olds and told us to let him know when we needed to stop. Going down the trail was easy. Going up…oof da. But it was like he said, if you read the sign, going down is optional. Going back up is mandatory. We appreciated his experience, stories, knowledge, and overall safety during this tour. And then here comes the sunset. Cherry on top! On our ride back he recommended where we could get pizza because we had mentioned it earlier, and that recommendation was great. Such a great experience where memories were made. Thank you Rob for making the beginning of our 60th birthday extravaganza trip so memorable. You’re the BEST!

Anonymous, 2024

Tour was awesome! The hike, our guide and the sunset was the best part of our trip. Because we did this, we felt more comfortable exploring the canyon on other trails.

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