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EXPERIENCE THE GRAND CANYON BY TRAIL OR AIR WITH ENCHANTMENT RESORT

01-04-2011

 



Enchantment in Sedona, the Insider’s ‘Backdoor’ to the Grand Canyon,
Offers Three-Night Packages that Journey into the Grand Canyon in Style


Enchantment Resort set on 70 acres of panoramic natural terrain in Boynton Canyon.
 
SEDONA, ARIZ. – January 4, 2011 – Enchantment Resort, set in Sedona’s red rock country of Boynton Canyon just two hours north of Phoenix, has created two 3-night packages showcasing the awe-inspiring beauty of the Grand Canyon in luxurious comfort. You have your choice of seeing the natural wonder in a custom-built trail touring vehicle, or opt for a dramatic bird’s-eye view via an exhilarating Cessna plane, helicopter and boat combination. 

Both one-day adventures feature expert commentary from experienced guides. You’ll also enjoy three nights in supreme comfort in Southwestern adobe-style accommodations at Enchantment Resort, with the opportunity to explore the resort’s inventive restaurants and take part in a wealth of daily guest activities, including hiking, mountain biking, tennis, swimming and interpretive Native American experiences.   

ENCHANTMENT RESORT GRAND CANYON BY TRAIL PACKAGE

Pink Jeep Tours will pick you up from the Clubhouse at Enchantment Resort in their luxurious, custom mini-motor coach with extra-large windows, plush leather captain chairs, flat-screen DVD and seats up to 10 guests.
  • Begin your one-day Trail Tour of the Grand Canyon with a scenic drive up Oak Creek Canyon
  • Then travel through the Ponderosa Pine Forest of Flagstaff, past the San Francisco Peaks and on to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon
  • Enjoy lunch at El Tovar Hotel followed by a tour along the South Rim for spectacular views and photo opportunities
  • Exit the canyon on the east end for a majestic view of the Colorado River
  • En route home to your Enchantment Resort base camp, stop at the famous Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Indian Reservation
Your Enchantment Resort Grand Canyon by Trail Package includes:
  • One-day guided Trail Tour of the Grand Canyon with Pink Jeep Tours
  • Three night's accommodations at Enchantment Resort
  • One breakfast entrée or buffet each morning per person, per day at Yavapai Restaurant, Mii amo Café or room service (or $28 allotment per person towards Sunday brunch)
  • Priced from $1,447 for two people for three nights, based on preferred dates and choice of accommodations
    • Casita Guest Rooms $1,447 -$1,896
    • Junior Suites $1,737 - $2,186
ENCHANTMENT RESORT GRAND CANYON BY AIR PACKAGE
Travel by plane, helicopter and boat with an intimate group for a multi-faceted look at this majestic natural landmark
  • Begin your one-day Air Tour of the Grand Canyon on a flight with Sky Treks from Sedona Airport in a high wing Cessna airplane over the high desert of the Colorado Plateau and continue along the Grand Canyon Rim to the Canyon West Airport
  • Transfer to a helicopter for an incredible 3,200-foot descent into the Canyon, landing next to the Colorado River
  • Board a stable pontoon boat for a short excursion on the river, then helicopter back out of the Canyon for a scenic coach ride to Eagle Point
  • Continue on to a BBQ lunch buffet served right on the rim
  • If you wish, take a short optional hike along the Canyon for more breathtaking views
  • “Walk the Sky” at the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass-bottomed observation deck extending 70 feet beyond the canyon’s rim, 4,000 feet above the Colorado River – additional fee $33 per person
  • Fly back to Sedona by airplane with Sky Treks
Your Enchantment Resort Grand Canyon by Air Package includes:
  • One-day guided Air Tour of the Grand Canyon furnished by Sky Treks
  • Three night's accommodations at Enchantment Resort
  • One breakfast entrée or buffet each morning per person, per day at Yavapai Restaurant, Mii amo Café or room service (or $28 allotment per person towards Sunday brunch)
  • Priced from $1,942 for two people for three nights, based on preferred dates and choice of accommodations
    • Casita Guest Rooms $1,942 -$2,391
    • Junior Suites $2,232 - $2,681
To reserve an Enchantment Resort Three-Night Grand Canyon package, please call 1-800-826-4180 or visit www.enchantmentresort.com.

ABOUT ENCHANTMENT RESORT:
Situated in Sedona’s breathtaking Boynton Canyon, Enchantment Resort is designed to take advantage of its stunning red rock location with private, one-story adobe accommodations all with private viewing decks boasting panoramic views of the canyon. A centrally located clubhouse has two restaurants with patio dining, a gift shop, concierge desk and a rooftop deck providing an ideal vantage point for the millions of stars in Arizona's clear night sky. Our 70-acre resort offers 218 rooms in a variety of configurations; all with interiors inspired by the resort’s southwestern location and may include beehive fireplaces, gas grills, kitchens, and indoor/ outdoor dining areas. Guests enjoy an endless list of activities including hiking, swimming, mountain biking, art classes, cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, and life-affirming treatments at the world-renowned Mii amo spa. Providing a wide array of treatments ranging from traditional body massage to Native American inspired sessions, the spa consistently places among the top destination spas in the world. In addition to its indoor and outdoor pools, steam rooms, saunas and meditation areas, Mii amo’s fitness center, movement studio, cafe and boutique are also available for Enchantment Resort guests to enjoy. For more information, please visit www.enchantmentresort.com.
 
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