Embark on a captivating Chinle Canyon Tour and explore the rich Navajo archaeological sites in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Discover ancient ruins, petroglyphs, and pictographs while immersing yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the canyon.
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Canyon de Chelly National Monument - Along the route, you may see such sites as:
Kokopelli Cave featuring varous pictographs.
Newspaper Rock featuring various petroglyph panels.
Petroglyph Rock featuring various petroglyph panels.
First Ruin featuring a prehistoric Puebloan ruin.
Junction Ruin featuring a prehistoric Puebloan ruin.
*White House Ruin featuring the iconic ruin.
*Ledge Ruin featuring Puebloan ruins and rock art.
Antelope House Ruins featuring Puebloan ruins and rock art.
*Tour time largely depends on canyon conditions and how much time guests linger at each site along the way, including browsing arts and crafts with vendors in the canyon.
- Sanitation fee
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
The Canyon de Chelly National Monument, nestled in the heart of the Navajo Nation, boasts of more than 2,700 archaeological locations. Visitors can marvel at the ancient ruins nestled in sandstone alcoves, and rock art such as petroglyphs and pictographs. The landscape, filled with rock formations and a diverse collection of flora and fauna, enhances the overall experience of your tour.
Interpretations of the symbols found in petroglyphs and rock art will be shared at each site, providing insightful information about occupation dates, local archaeology, and significant prehistoric and historic events, all contextualized with associated oral histories.
Tour guides are all Navajo with deep roots in the canyon, offering a memorable experience that will stay with you long after the tour ends.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.