Location: Phoenix
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The 10 Best Walking Tours in Phoenix, Arizona (AZ)
Nearly perfect year-round weather and several impeccably designed championship courses have made Phoenix one of the top golf destinations in the world. But there's more to this mild-mannered metropolis than pristine greens and tee times. The greater Phoenix area also offers visitors an array of impressive cultural attractions. Visit the internationally renowned Heard Museum for an in-depth look at Native American history or peruse the fine collection at the Phoenix Museum of Art. Enjoy a ballet performance at the ornate Orpheum Theater or or catch a concert at the state-of-the-art Comerica Theatre. In addition to golf, the city offers access to numerous outdoor endeavors including rock climbing, hot-air ballooning, desert jeep tours and more. Family-friendly attractions, first-rate shopping, dining and entertainment, and spectacular recreational activities make Phoenix a must-visit destination.
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1. Private Group Sonoran Desert Half Day Hiking Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Seeing the Sonoran Desert via your own two feet can be very intimate. How often do you get to stand right next to a Saguaro Cactus? Have you ever tried a taste of Cholla Cactus? Did you know there are so many edible plants in our Sonoran Desert? Our guides can put together a hiking adventure in the Sonoran Desert to fit your vision. From a casual stroll to strenuous, rugged terrain—we have you covered. Have your dog along? We welcome them to join the hike as long as they are leashed. Want to do a family hike? We can put together hikes that include education and get those little legs moving. If you plan to hike a half day with us plan for three hours of hiking. Our guides will carry water, snacks, sunscreen and first aid essentials. Meet your guide at Starbucks, 3165 E. Lincoln Drive, #120, Phoenix, AZ 85016.
Inclusions: Hiking tours include use of a backpack plus snacks, bottles of water, sunscreen and a professional, medically trained guide., Bottled water
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Reviewed By gitab519
Thank you to Rebel for the incredible tour! We opted for the private express tour which was perfect for us. I had never mountain biked before and Rebel took the time to ensure I was doing ok and even found me some shade when I got too hot! The views and getting so close to the huge cacti were amazing. We also learned lots of interesting things about the desert and wildlife. Thank you for giving us a wonderful experience and Rebel thanks again for being the best guide! We will be back again.
2. Tabletop Adventure - Gaming in Nature
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Get outside in nature and challenge the body and the mind by playing a nature-themed board game in the great outdoors. It is a great way to connect and share a meaningful, educational, and interactive experience together. This activity is led by someone who is an expert in nature and wildlife AND in tabletop board games. Nowhere else in the world is an experience like this offered.
Inclusions: Non-Gmo and Organic Healthy Snacks (fig bars, fruit snacks, kind bars, cliff bars, pre-popped popcorn, trail mix, nuts), Bottled water, Hot water with tea options, Organic coconut water and sparkling water in various flavors, Gaming Table, Camp Chairs, Nature-Themed Board Games, Canopy, Nature and Board Game Expertise
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3. Stunning Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Experience an incredible sunrise or sunset in the one-of-a-kind Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Find out why Arizona's sunrises and sunsets are truly amazing. Why should you book your Sonoran Desert sunrise or sunset hiking adventure with Mad Desert Trekking? We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you the secrets of the area that few people know about. We will provide everything you need for your hiking adventure, including: - Use of backpacks - Sunscreen - Bottled water - Sports drinks - Trail snacks - Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike. Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience.
Inclusions: Backpacks, Bottled water, Snacks, Cold beverages following the hiking adventure, Sunscreen
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 5liamk
This is a perfect hike to take. Ryan went above and beyond to make sure I got all the perfect pictures to take back to my family. He came equipped with a backpack, snacks, and water to make sure I was all set for the hike. If you wanted to take a guided hike with someone that knows the terrain, highly suggest going with Ryan
4. Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Explore the world-famous Camelback Mountain—the most popular peak in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Experience the thrill and accomplishment of summiting the highest mountain in Phoenix. We love Camelback Mountain ... and we know you will, too. Why should you book your Camelback Mountain hike with Mad Desert Trekking? 1. We approach every trip with fun and adventure in mind. 2. Our pro guides will show you the secrets of Camelback Mountain that few people know about. 3. All Mad Desert Trekking guides maintain either Wilderness First Responder or EMT certifications. We will provide everything you need for your hiking adventure, including: - Use of backpacks - Sunscreen - Bottled water - Sports drinks - Trail snacks - Cold beverages following your hike Our No. 1 priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Camelback Mountain hiking adventure! Mad Desert Trekking Rad Guides | Bigger Experience | More Adventure
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, Backpacks, Sunscreen, Cold beverages following the hiking adventure, Professional, certified adventure guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Cristobal O
This was a fantastic experience on my first day in Phoenix. The trek from the base of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve was beautiful, and we passed dozens of types of cacti, foliage and geological features. I was thrilled that we were treated to animal sightings as well, including rabbits, squirrels, quail, doves, a soaring red-tail hawk, and bats. My guide, Matt, was enthusiastic, informative and accommodating. At times, I wanted to sit down and just soak in the nature, while at others, I wanted to ask a lot of questions. Matt was great on all fronts. Thank you for an excellent experience!
5. Amazing 2-Hour Guided Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Take a super fun, guided two-hour hike in the Sonoran Desert with Mad Desert Trekking. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences. - 2 hours on the trail - Meet your guide at the trailhead - Difficulty scale: Easy to strenuous—you choose the level! Explore the awesome Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, professional local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Experience the energy of hiking through the Sonoran Desert, the most diverse desert in North America. We love this beautiful trail ... and we know you will, too. We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you the secrets of the area that few people know about. We provide everything you need for your hiking adventure: - Use of backpacks - Sunscreen - Bottled water - Sports drinks - Trail snacks - Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike. Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience.
Inclusions: Backpacks, Bottled water, Snacks, Sunscreen, Soda/Pop, Cold beverages following the hiking adventure
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 5liamk
This is a perfect hike to take. Ryan went above and beyond to make sure I got all the perfect pictures to take back to my family. He came equipped with a backpack, snacks, and water to make sure I was all set for the hike. If you wanted to take a guided hike with someone that knows the terrain, highly suggest going with Ryan
6. RoRo Street Art Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 63 reviews
Street Art Lovers, Curious Travelers and Locals alike love this highly specialized, behind-the-scenes, fun and in depth look into the Phoenix Street Art Scene. Here's what you'll love! Together we'll . . . +Get the skinny on the Phoenix Street Art Scene, Mexican Muralism and the movers & shakers that are literally changing the face of Phoenix. + Walk through colorful alleys and behind buildings to see more than 30 larger than life murals along with the back stories of the artists that created them. +Decipher messages of illegal graffiti found in the form of stickers, wheatpaste, stencils, and more! + Connect the dots of hip-hop to the current street art scene. If you are looking for a rich cultural experience connecting you to the local vibe...this is it!
Inclusions: Guided Tour in English
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Reviewed By 990farmgirl
I am so happy we booked last minute! Lori Ann took us through parts of Pheonix we would have never seen, nor appreciated, on our own. She is well researched, and we heard great stories, learned history, appreciated landmark buildings and neighborhoods. She even purchased a couple of Mexican delicacies for us to sample on the way. And we bumped into a local historian, too! They love their city for good reason. We mostly rode through parking lots and wide sidewalks, so we felt very safe.
7. Phoenix Walking Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Take a haunted trek on a ghost tour of downtown Phoenix. Visit some of the most famous and haunted locations the city is known for – the famous Hotel San Carlos, the Rosson house, and more. Civilizations have risen and fallen in the Valley of the Sun for 2000 years, and on this tour you’ll hear stories of those that came before, those that followed them, and those who have been unable to eternally part with the city. You’ll learn the secrets of many of Phoenix’s most supernatural sites and discover the oft unheard stories of how they came to be.
Inclusions: Professional and courteous tour guide and story teller, Intensely researched true stories of city history, Documented accounts of historic hauntings
Exclusions: Dinner, Motorized Transport
8. Phoenix City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Zombie Scavengers
Zombie Scavengers of Phoenix allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Phoenix.
Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), All Activities, Self-Guided walking activity, 1 hour with a remote interactive survival guide
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
9. Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Phoenix by Operation City Quest
Walk around Phoenix while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt. Use an app to find a list of objects around the city and participate in fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others around the country! All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Phoenix
Inclusions: All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), 2 hours with a remote interactive guide
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
10. Phoenix City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Wacky Walks
Explore Phoenix with Wacky Walks! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Phoenix.
Inclusions: All Activities, 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
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