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ARIZONA

Sedona, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell, Grand Canyon,

Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon

UTAH

ARIZONA

GRAND TETON

YOSEMITE

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Stunning orange, red and pink natural sandstone formations await you.
Our 8-day Arizona Photo Tour Adventure is all set to enthrall you with breathtaking landscapes and fill your cameras with great images. We begin with Sedona, the magical oasis surrounded by red-rock monoliths with names like Coffeepot, Cathedral and Thunder Mountain. This stunning array of red sandstone formations appear to glow in brilliant orange and red when illuminated by the rising or setting sun. At the north end of the town is the stunning Oak Creek Canyon, a breathtaking chasm that is wildly wonderful. Nestled in the Verde Valley, this was home to the Native American Yavapai and Apache tribes. Antelope Canyon, two hours north of Sedona is on Navajo land and includes several photogenic slot canyons, referred to individually as Upper Antelope Canyon (or The Crack); and Lower Antelope Canyon (or The Corkscrew). These are the most photographed slot canyons in the American Southwest. It’s been said that it’s impossible to take a bad photograph in Arizona, and we must agree. In addition to these two gems are the wonders of Lake Powell and the famous Horseshoe Bend. Our last three days will be spent exploring the south rim of the Grand Canyon, including Grandview and Yaki Points. After spending a night at the Grand Canyon, we’re off to Las Vegas for our last two nights. From here we’ll explore Red Rock Canyon, the Valley of Fire (named after its red and pink sandstone formations), as well as Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam.

This adventure is designed not only to guide you to the most photogenic locations carefully planned for the best light but to aid you in mentally visualizing a scene before capturing the decisive moment. Our aim is to raise your awareness and spark your creativity so that you not only go home with images to be proud of but use your new found skills to improve and expand your photographic technique in general. Apart from the technical aspect of learning your camera settings and capabilities, you will learn how to turn an ordinary image into an extraordinary image by using your own creativity.

In addition, you will become knowledgeable on how to survey the landscape, and utilize and approach your environment. Our time together will include individual and group discussions, inspiring ideas and great fun. We cannot think of a better location to express your creativity than the stunning beauty of Arizona’s red rock country!

This adventure is designed not only to guide you to the most photogenic locations carefully planned for the best light but to aid you in mentally visualizing a scene before capturing the decisive moment. Our aim is to raise your awareness and spark your creativity so that you not only go home with images to be proud of but use your new found skills to improve and expand your photographic technique in general. Apart from the technical aspect of learning your camera settings and capabilities, you will learn how to turn an ordinary image into an extraordinary image by using your own creativity.

In addition, you will become knowledgeable on how to survey the landscape, and utilize and approach your environment. Our time together will include individual and group discussions, inspiring ideas and great fun. We cannot think of a better location to express your creativity than the stunning beauty of Arizona’s red rock country!

Group Size

4-6 Guests

Experience | Difficulty

  • Beginner, amateur, enthusiast and semi-pro photographers
  • DSLR, mirrorless, compact or iPhone cameras
  • Moderate schedule
  • Travel by car or minibus
  • Moderate elevation changes and lots of walking and hiking (none of our adventures have difficult hikes)
  • (non-photographers also welcome)

Weather | Sun

May – Temps 70/40 F  20/2 C  Sunrise 5:24 | Sunset 7:23 (19:23)
September – Temps 75/42 F  24/5 C  Sunrise 6:10 | Sunset 6:35 (18:35)

Includes

  • 8 Days
  • Travel, landscape, nature, wildlife and people photography
  • Professional photographer | guide
  • Photo walks & discussions
  • Small group size (4-6 guests)
  • 3 or 4-star hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • National Park Permits
  • Local transportation

Travel Information

Arrival Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) – Transfer time to hotel 30min
Departure Airport: Las Vegas, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) – Transfer time to hotel 30min
Our adventure begins in the afternoon on the first day and ends at noon on the last day.
Travel Visa: A visa may be required depending on your nationality. Go to Visa Map to find out.

Accommodations

Scottsdale – Andaz Scottsdale, Mountain Shadows Resort, Valley Ho or similar
Sedona – Amara Resort and Spa, The Wilde Resort and Spa, Hilton Sedona Resort or similar
Page – Hyatt Place, Courtyard by Marriott or similar
Grand Canyon – The Grand Hotel at Grand Canyon, Best Western Premier or similar
Las Vegas – Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, The Cosmopolitan, Hard Rock, NoMad or similar

Helpful Links

> About Arizona – by Ian Robert Knight

Arizona Prices & Dates

Photographer Leader

Photographer Leader

Jerry Adamo

May 5-12, 2024
September 21-28, 2025

Photographer Leader

Photographer Leader

Chase Guttman

October 20-27, 2024

*All prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Please select single occupancy for a private room. For your convenience, we offer optional early arrival and late departure accommodations so you can extend your stay before or after the trip. We typically stay in upscale boutique hotels in the 4 and 5-star category. Not all destinations offer these types of properties. We look for unique hotels that offer cultural, historic, and/or authentic features. Depending on the size of the group, smaller boutique hotels may have limited room inventory. In some countries or in remote locations, we may be limited to lodges or branded chain hotels. In Cuba, we stay in upscale family-owned Casas (bread & breakfasts). On all of our tours, breakfast is almost always included, but not guaranteed. Meal categories listed include (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch, and (D) for dinner.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

ARIZONA 8 DAYS

Day 1 | Scottsdale

Welcome to Arizona! After our meet and greet in the late afternoon, we will discuss what our guests are trying to achieve in their photography, subject matters, styles and techniques, followed by our Welcome Dinner at one of our favorite southwest restaurants. (D)

Day 2 | Sedona - Red Rock Monoliths

After early check out we will depart for Sedona and our adventure. On our drive, we will discuss the elements that we will try to achieve in our photography, subject matters, styles, and techniques. Sedona is a desert town located a few hours north of Phoenix. It’s surrounded by stunning red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls, and pine forests. It’s known for its mild climate, the vibrant arts community and Red Rock State Park, which offers bird-watching, hiking, and amazing photographic opportunities.

We are on our way to photograph the red-rock monoliths named Coffee Pot Rock, Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, and Thunder Mountain. Who gave them names is unknown, but the name of each major formation resembles its shape. For example, the character Snoopy from the popular Peanuts comic strip lies on top of his doghouse. Another is Lucy, also from the Peanuts comic strip. Then there are Coffee Pot Rock, Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, Chimney Rock, Courthouse Butte, The Mittens, The Cow Pies, and the Rabbit Ears. From the front door of Chapel of the Holy Cross, take a peek at Eagle Head Rock as well as the Twin Nuns and Mother and Child Rock buttes. The Three Golden Chiefs and Capitol Butte can be seen from Coffee Pot. Next we’ll check-in to our award-winning resort hotel, tucked along the banks of Oak Creek Canyon. Be prepared to be wowed. (B)

Day 3 | Sedona - Page - Horseshoe Bend - Lake Powell

​On day three, we check out early and head to northern Arizona and the town of Page, home to Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend, and the Colorado River. The 12-mile drive from Sedona to Flagstaff on State Route 89A is one of America’s most scenic drives, so we will be sure to enjoy the vistas and take some photos along the way. Upon our arrival in Page, we head first to Horseshoe Bend where the Colorado River runs through this huge 180-degree canyon. Horseshoe Bend is one of the most photographed locations in Page.

Arriving in the late morning or early afternoon is the perfect time to photograph Horseshoe Bend because the shadows are gone from the Colorado River. Later, we check in to our hotel and have lunch. In mid-afternoon, we take a Lake Powell Boat Tour (or Antelope Slot Canyon Boat Tour – depending on our schedule), where you will be treated to stunning and spectacular photo opportunities of the changing water lines as our boat glides through the slots. The sheer sandstone cliffs were formed by the Lower Jurassic Glen Canyon Group (Wingate, Kayenta, and Navajo Formations) and the Middle Jurassic Entrada and Romana Sandstones. Then ending the day with a gorgeous sunset at Wahweap Overlook. (B)

Day 4 | Antelope Canyons - Page

After breakfast, we depart early for one of the Antelope X Canyon Slot Canyons (The photography tour) . Next we will visit either Lower or Upper Antelope Canyons to photograph the canyon. (preferably the Upper canyon at the 2:30 tour) . The experience inside these canyons is quite impressive, with the endless shafts of light beaming through from above. We spend the afternoon reviewing images and discussing post-processing. In the late afternoon, we set out to explore other great photo opportunities in the area ending with a sunset shoot. (B)

Day 5 | Grand Canyon - South Rim

After breakfast, we depart early and head south to Grand Canyon National Park for some amazing morning photography. We will spend the morning and afternoon exploring the South Rim and the different viewpoints along the south rim of the canyon. After lunch we will take a drive to the east and photograph some more of the canyon making our way to Grandview Point for a Grand Canyon sunset. (B)

Day 6 | Grand Canyon - Grapevine Canyon - Red Rock Canyon

On day six, before check out we head out to Yaki point for one of the best spots for sunrise on the South Rim. After check out we head west towards Las Vegas stopping at Grapevine Canyon located on Spirit Mountain near Laughlin, Nevada to photograph the 900+ year old petroglyphs. The canyon has approximately 700 petroglyphs created by the Mojave Native Americans who called this their homeland for thousands of years. By mid afternoon we continue on our way to Las Vegas where we will check in to our hotel. After check in we will settle in for a short while and then on to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area for a spectacular sunset. You will clearly see how the Red Rocks got their name as the setting sun highlights the natural red stone. (B)

Day 7 | Lake Mead - Hoover Dam - Valley of Fire State Park

We will depart the hotel early to catch sunrise at Lake Meade and then head to The Hoover Dam. The Hoover Dam, the highest concrete dam in the Western Hemisphere, created the nation’s largest reservoir, Lake Mead. After the dam we will drive to the Valley of Fire State Park. The Valley of Fire derives its name from the red and pink sandstone formations, the Aztec Sandstone, which formed from shifting sand dunes 150 million years ago. We will spend the remainder of the day exploring the park and ending with a sunset at Rainbow Vista for a panoramic view of the Valley of Fire. In the evening we enjoy our Farewell Dinner, filled with great fun and laughter as we discuss all the highlights of the trip. (B, D)

Day 8 | Sunrise Red Rock Canyon - Departure day

Before breakfast we will enjoy one last sunrise at Red Rock Canyon. Afterwards, while enjoying breakfast we conduct our final group discussion and review. After a late breakfast, check-out and then we will drop you at McCarran International Airport. Here we will bid you farewell. (B)

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner, (E) Excursion

 

May all who come as guests... leave as friends®

 

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OPTIONS AND BENEFITS

Pricing

All prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Please select single occupancy for a private room. For your convenience, we offer optional early arrival and late departure accommodations so you can extend your stay before or after the trip. We typically stay in boutique hotels in the 4-star category. Not all destinations offer these types of properties. We look for unique hotels which offer cultural, historic and/or authentic features. Depending on the size of the group, smaller boutique hotels may have limited room inventory. In some countries or in remote locations, we may be limited to lodges or branded chain hotels. Breakfast is included only if included in our room rates.

Private Guided Adventures

We offer amazing private guided photo adventures, cultural tours and vacations for individuals, couples, families and groups. We can customize any of our published adventures, as well as others, to meet your individual needs, schedule, budget and interests. This may include the finest 5-star accommodations, business-class travel, and private guides and fixers who are able to make the impossible possible. If you are not interested in a photo-centric vacation, but you love our approach to private travel, we will be happy to design and deliver an amazing adventure focused on travel, culture and cuisine. Click here to request a quote. Feel free to call us at 1-888-834-0288 or contact us for more information.

Travel Insurance

We offer travel insurance through the internationally recognized Travelex Travel Insurance Company, as well as evacuation and medical transportation insurance through MedJet, one of the best in the industry.

The cost for travel insurance can be as low as 4% of the total trip cost, depending upon age and other factors. Knowing you have trip cancellation coverage can make a big difference should you have to cancel for some unforeseen reason. Travelex Insurance Services is a BBB Accredited business with an A+ rating. Click here to learn more about why you should consider travel insurance.

Rewards Program

Start earning points today and SAVE $200 - $900 off future trips!
Simply register for one of our amazing photo adventures and begin earning points today!

How The Program Works
For every adventure reservation you make with Photo Workshop Adventures, you earn valuable points which you can redeem on your next trip. This is a great way to save up to 8% off future trips. Our Rewards Program is designed with three tiers: Orange, Gold and VIP Members. Points may be applied towards balance payments on your next trip, or you may choose to accumulate points for a free trip in the future.

ORANGE REWARDS
All guests begin with our Orange Rewards Program (Level 1), which earns 4 points for every dollar you spend. You begin earning points immediately after your first trip. A $5,900 spend earns 23,600 points with a value of $236 USD.

GOLD REWARDS
With our Gold Rewards Program (Level 2), you earn 6 points for every dollar you spend. Orange Members who reach 120,000 accumulated lifetime* points (approx. 4-6 trips), automatically move up to Gold Rewards. A $5,900 spend earns 35,400 points with a value of $354 USD.

Additional Gold Benefits:

  • Earn up to double points during promotional events
  • Advance notifications for upcoming adventures and special offers

VIP REWARDS
With our VIP Rewards Program (Level 3), you earn 8 points for every dollar you spend. Gold Members who reach 350,000 accumulated lifetime* points (approx. 8-12 trips) move up to VIP Rewards. A $5,900 spend earns 47,200 points with a value of $472 USD, (8+/-% discount).

Additional VIP Benefits:

  • Earn up to double points during promotional events
  • Advance notifications for upcoming adventures and special offers
  • Ability to Gift or Transfer points to others
  • Receive complimentary airport transfers at the destination location*

Redeeming Your Points
Redeeming your points couldn’t be easier. You can always log in to your account to check your points balance. When you are ready to book your next trip, register and pay your deposit. When you go to pay your balance you will be given the option to apply your points and receive a discount.

THINK ORANGE Magazine

Subscribe to our Think Orange Magazine and eNews. THINK ORANGE is a wonderful mix of stories and tips related to travel, photography, adventure, culture, art, technology, cuisine, lifestyle, people and more. Our objective is to immerse you in a world you may only fantasize about. Raise your awareness and inspire your creativity. Perhaps even help make you a better photographer. We deliver similar experiential experiences that our guests enjoy on our photo adventures. Like all of our adventures, our blog is “photo-centric”, while also allowing you to experience all the nuances and cultural aspects of travel and adventure. Welcome to our world. We hope you enjoy. Our eNews is a great way to receive information about upcoming photo adventures, exciting new destinations, photography tips, special offers and more. Subscribe today!

Gift Cards

Give someone you know a Gift Card, good toward any of our Photo  Adventures, Photo Tours, Private Guided Tours, Online Courses, Prints or Merchandize. Our beautifully personalized eGift Cards and Certificates are delivered to you electronically. They are fully transferable and have a 2 year expiration date. They are available in any amount from $100 to $5000. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves photography, travel or adventure. Order now, or email for more information.

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