May 18, 2029 to May 23, 2029
Essentials
- Destination: Grand Canyon National Park, AZ.
- Optimal Travel Dates: 2029-05-18 to 2029-05-23 (Dramatic canyon rim trail walks, sunrise overlook viewpoints, historic stone lodge dining, and dark sky stargazing.).
- Travel Party: 2 adults (4 dogs stay home with dedicated Rover care in Cudahy).
- Target Budget Range: $1,683 to $2,068 per person ($3,365 to $4,135 total party cost).
- Hotel Starting Point: El Tovar Hotel, 9 Village Loop Dr, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023.
- Hotel Pet Policy: $0 hotel pet fee (dogs stay home in Cudahy).
- Home Pet Care (If Pets Stay Home): Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search estimates $130 to $170 per night ($650 to $850 total for 5 nights).
Day by Day
Day 1: Friday, May 18, 2029: Flight to Phoenix, Flagstaff Drive & El Tovar Arrival
- 10:00 AM CDT to 2:00 PM MST Flight to Phoenix & Crossover Pickup Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
- 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM Scenic Drive to Grand Canyon via Flagstaff Flagstaff
- 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Lodge Check-In & Rim Sunset Dinner El Tovar Hotel
Day 2: Saturday, May 19, 2029: South Rim Trail & Mather Point Vistas
- 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM Breakfast at El Tovar El Tovar Hotel
- 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM Rim Trail Walk to Yavapai Point Mather Point
- 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Hopi House Native Arts Hopi House
- 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Dinner at Arizona Steakhouse Arizona Steakhouse
Day 3: Sunday, May 20, 2029: Hermit Road Scenic Shuttle & Overlooks
- 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM Hermit Road Shuttle Route El Tovar Hotel
- 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM Hermits Rest Stone Haven Hermits Rest
- 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Stargazing Night Sky Program
Day 4: Monday, May 21, 2029: Desert View Drive & Watchtower Architecture
- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Desert View Scenic Drive El Tovar Hotel
- 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Tusayan Ruin Trail Tusayan Museum
- 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Dinner at Bright Angel Restaurant Bright Angel Lodge
Day 5: Tuesday, May 22, 2029: Bright Angel Trail Upper Section & Village Relaxation
- 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Bright Angel Trail Upper Walk El Tovar Hotel
- 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Kolb Studio & History Stroll Kolb Studio
- 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Celebration Farewell Dinner El Tovar Dining Room
Day 6: Wednesday, May 23, 2029: Village Checkout, Flagstaff Lunch & Return Flight
- 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM Lodge Checkout & Morning Rim Coffee El Tovar Hotel
- 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM Drive to Flagstaff Historic Flagstaff
- 1:30 PM MST to 4:00 PM MST Drive to Phoenix Sky Harbor & Flight Home Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Costs
| Expense Category / Line Item | Provider / Venue | Exact Unit Price / Rate | Total Cost Range | Verified Booking / Info Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging (5 Nights) | El Tovar Hotel | $235 / night | $1,175 to $1,175 | El Tovar Hotel Booking |
| Flights & Rental Crossover | Commercial Carrier & Avis PHX | $250 to $350 flights + $64 to $84 / day crossover | $820 to $1,120 | Travel Logistics |
| National Park Vehicle Pass & Shuttles | Grand Canyon National Park, AZ Regional Highlights | $35 park pass + shuttle | $70 to $90 | Grand Canyon South Rim Trail & Mather Point |
| Dining & Craft Beverages | Local Acclaimed Dining | $55 to $75 / person / day | $650 to $900 | Desert View Watchtower & Historic Murals |
| Home Pet Care (4 Dogs in Cudahy) | Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search | $130 to $170 / night | $650 to $850 | Rover Cudahy Pet Sitting |
| TOTAL (All-In Vacation Expenses for Party of 2) | Lodging + Transit + Activities + Dining + Rover Care | $1,683 to $2,068 / person | $3,365 to $4,135 total | Grand Canyon South Rim Trail & Mather Point |