5 days in Arizona Itinerary

5 days in Arizona Itinerary

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Start: Bismarck
Fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Drive to Flagstaff
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Flagstaff
— 1 night
Drive
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 1 night
Drive
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Scottsdale
— 1 night
Drive
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Tucson
— 1 night
Fly
End: Bismarck
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Flagstaff

Chapel of the Holy Cross ©

City of Seven Wonders

Sitting at an elevation of 2,135 m (7,000 ft) and just a short trip from the Grand Canyon and other natural wonders, the city of Flagstaff attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.
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Bismarck to Flagstaff is an approximately 11.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Bismarck to Flagstaff is minus 1 hour. In January, Flagstaff is a bit warmer than Bismarck - with highs of 44°F and lows of 18°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can go by car to Grand Canyon National Park.

Things to do in Flagstaff

Historic Sites · Spas

Side Trips

Sedona, Medicine Wheel Lodge Spiritual Day Lodge & Wolf Sanctuary
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Chapel of the Holy Cross ©
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Chapel of the Holy Cross
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Spas
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Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon South Rim ©
The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.
Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, admire the landmark architecture of Grand Canyon Railway Depot, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park trip app.

You can drive from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park in 1.5 hours. In January in Grand Canyon National Park, expect temperatures between 44°F during the day and 15°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Scottsdale.

Things to do in Grand Canyon National Park

Wildlife · Tours · Outdoors · Parks
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Grand Canyon South Rim ©
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Grand Canyon South Rim
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Nature & Wildlife Tours
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Architectural Building
Grand Canyon Railway Depot
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Scottsdale

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center ©
Scottsdale is a city in the eastern part of Maricopa County, Arizona, adjacent to the Greater Phoenix Area. Kick off your visit on the 27th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Musical Instrument Museum, then identify plant and animal life at Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, and then view the masterpieces at Elan Wollitzer Gallery.

For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Scottsdale travel route planner.

Getting from Grand Canyon National Park to Scottsdale by car takes about 4 hours. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in January, with highs in Scottsdale at 68°F and lows at 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tucson.

Things to do in Scottsdale

Museums · Wildlife · Parks · Shopping

Side Trip

Musical Instrument Museum
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Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center ©
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Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
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Musical Instrument Museum ©
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Musical Instrument Museum
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Elan Wollitzer Gallery ©
Art Gallery
Elan Wollitzer Gallery
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Tucson

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum ©

Old Pueblo

One of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, Tucson is a city on a cultural crossroads, with European, Native American, Mexican, and Asian residents blending and sometimes conflicting with one another.
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Tue): get a new perspective on nature at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and then get a taste of the local shopping with Etherton Gallery.

For reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Tucson day trip app.

You can drive from Scottsdale to Tucson in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or fly. Traveling from Scottsdale in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Tucson, with lows of 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.

Things to do in Tucson

Museums · Shopping
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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum ©
Must see
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
4.8
Etherton Gallery ©
Art Gallery
Etherton Gallery
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Canyons · Geologic Formations · Hiking Trails
The Grand Canyon State
Known as the "Grand Canyon State," Arizona boasts dense forests, deep gorges, sprawling national parks, and modern ski resorts. Native American reservations take up about a quarter of the state, housing several tribes and offering visitors a chance to discover the varied cultures of the country's indigenous population. A patchwork of diverse tourist attractions, Arizona features exclusive golf courses and upscale shops, as well as cactus-covered canyons and stretches of desolate desert straight out of old Westerns, perfect for a vacation far from the city bustle. Though the state still clings to its Old West flavor, its busy college towns packed with young students from around the world exude a cosmopolitan atmosphere.