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16 | Phoenix/Scottsdale Like the mythical bird, the city of Phoenix rises out of the fiery sands of the Sonoran Desert, a breath of vibrant life at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Spanning 227 miles on land and a mile into the sky, the excitement of conquering this international landmark is enough to make your breath catch, but don't stop there—there are other roads to exhilaration in the "Valley of the Sun." Test your mettle on the Apache Trail, a Saguaro-dotted scenic drive used now by General Motors Proving Grounds drivers for vehicle testing... and historically by stagecoaches and gold miners. Take Route 66, the famous highway connecting Chicago to Los Angeles, or the Red Rock Scenic Byway Road, Arizona's first All-American Road, which leads to evergreen Coconino National Forest and countless opportunities to hike and bike through prehistoric rocks, as well as three championship golf courses. Warm up there, then head to nearby Scottsdale, an international destination for the sport with over 200 spectacular courses to conquer under 330-plus days of sunshine, plus a wealth of luxurious spas in which to reminisce about your game. If you can be torn away from the relaxing greens and green rooms, sign up for hot air balloon rides, helicopter tours, shopping at Scottsdale Fashion Square, and browsing in the Arts District to find a modern urban oasis just as hot as the desert beyond. P H O E N I X S O U T H P H O E N I X S C O T T S D A L E M E S A T E M P E G U A D A L U P E G L E N D A L E P A R A D I S E V A L L E Y 10 10 10 17 17 60 60 60 87 87 51 202 101 101 202 143 0 4 miles 0 4 km Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Arizona State U. Scottsdale Center for the Arts Taliesin West Salt R i v er Squaw Peak Rec. Area North Mt. Rec. Area South Mountain Park Salt River Indian Reservation Bell Rd. Greenway Rd. Thunderbird Rd. Cactus Rd. Peoria Ave. Dunlap Ave. Shea Blvd. Alma School Rd. Dobson Rd. Pima Rd. Pima Rd. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale Rd. 64th St. 47th St. 32nd St. 24th St. 16th St. 7th St. Central Ave. 7th Ave. 19th Ave. 27th Ave. 35th Ave. 43rd Ave. Invergordon Rd. Tatum Blvd. Rural Rd. Price Rd. Arizona Ave. McQueen Rd. Cooper Rd. Stapley Dr. Mesa Dr. Northern Ave. Glendale Ave. Grand Ave. Bethany Home Rd. VanBuren St. Camelback Rd. Lincoln Dr. McDonald Dr. Indian School Rd. Thomas Rd. McDowell Rd. McKellips Rd. University Dr. Broadway Rd. Lower Buckeye Rd. Buckeye Rd. Southern Ave. Baseline Rd. Guadalupe Rd. Dobbins Rd. Elliot Rd. Baseline Rd. PHOENIX/ SCOTTSDALE 5 6 16 7 1 15 13 8 14 11 12 9 10 3 2 4 Grand Canyon with Sedona & Navajo Nation Venture into Red Rock Country, where natural rock formations remain flushed in sunset, before arriving at the main event: Grand Canyon National Park. Walk the world wonder's most-visited location, South Rim, then remember your adventure with souvenirs and photos at a Navajo Nation trading post overlooking the Painted Desert. Sedona Tour Trek through Arizona's most photographed town to be immersed in its culture, spirit, adventure, and action, then step into its past with a visit to Native American ruins Montezuma Castle or Tuzigoot National Monument. The Apache Trail Hold onto your hat as you head down Arizona's first historic highway for unforgettable views of the Sonoran Desert, a glance into the Wild West of old at Goldfield Ghost Town—a fitting gateway to the Superstition Mountains—and one-time stagecoach stop Tortilla Flat, plus a Dolly Steamboat cruise of Canyon Lake. Tombstone Day Tour Merge reality and legend in one of the Wild West's most famous towns, where you can belly up to the bar in Big Nose Kate's Saloon, visit the museum at the Tombstone Courthouse, and bone up on colorful personal histories at the Boothill graves. Return to Phoenix for a visit to San Xavier del Bac, the "White Dove of the Desert" and one of the Southwest's best- preserved missions. Phoenix City Highlights Tour One of the fastest-growing areas in the United States, the list of attractions continues to lengthen with each passing year. See what all the buzz is about on this tour, which showcases the dynamism of Arizona's exceptional capital and nearby, luxurious Scottsdale. VACATION ENHANCING TOURS With so much to do in Arizona's bustling capital and its surrounding cities, pre-booking your tours may be the best way to cross every item off your list. Consult your travel agent for more details on these and other tours.