Vaughan's Southwest Custom Tours

16/04/2020

This is big news! Check out today's Game & Fish post about the Bald Eagle parents nesting in the Saguaro. With babies!

29/03/2020

Today's takes us to London Bridge at Lake Havasu Arizona. London Bridge was originally built in the 1830s in London on the Thames River. It was dismantled in 1967 and transported to Arizona. Re-building was completed in 1971. What an incredible feat!

26/03/2020

Let's all go on the virtual field trip into some remote areas of the Grand Canyon, courtesy of the Grand Canyon National Park. Get ready to explore and learn!

Exploring Grand Canyon Geology - a virtual field trip.

Watch videos from top scientists. Examine remote areas of the canyon using imaging tools. Learn key concepts: rock types, layering, rock formation, banding, cross bedding, uplift, erosion. Explore at your own pace.
https://vft.asu.edu/iVFTLocations/GrandCanyon/GCoptions.html



Image description: several layered cliffs of different textures and colors; yellow brown red and white. In the distance, a white-capped peak rises above the rest.

18/03/2020

Today's takes us to Fountain Hills. Located East of Phoenix and Scottsdale, it is home to a world-famous fountain. Every day, on the hour, from 9a.m. to 9p.m. the fountain spouts an impressive height of 330 feet! On special occasions, it erupts into the sky a whopping 560 feet!
📷: Derek Cashman

17/03/2020

Many people had to cancel their plans to visit Arizona. Over the next few weeks, we will post and share some photos of Arizona's beauty and wonder for you all to enjoy. Let's start with these beautiful shots of the Grand Canyon taken last week by our amazing tour guide, Mike.

26/02/2020

Interested in a private tour and have 5 or fewer people? Mini groups of 5 or less can enjoy a comfortable tour in our Chrysler Town & Country minivan.

25/02/2020

The tranquil red rock formations in Sedona were swaddled in a veil of poltergeist-white mist on Sunday. Snoopy can still be seen laying on the lower part on the right but the camel is hidden in the gossamer fog at the top of the taller side on the left. Thank you to our tour guide, Mike, for sharing this ethereal photo of Snoopy Rock. !

21/02/2020

It's going to be a big weekend here in Phoenix! For starters, it's the kick-off of Spring Training. Into food? How about the Devour Culinary Classic at the Desert Botanical Garden. Explore Japan at the Arizona Matsuri: Festival of Japan at Steele Indian School Park. Or sit back and enjoy roots and reggae at the Arizona Roots Music and Arts Festival.

https://cactusleague.com/schedule.php
https://dbg.org/events/devour-2020/2020-02-22/

Devour culinary tasting event in Phoenix, Arizona promises to present the best in Arizona's culinary scene. Join Desert Botanical Garden for our 11th annual Devour Culinary Classic.

30/01/2020

Although it only operated for 18 months, the Pony Express became associated with the Old West. These brave men mounted on horseback delivered mail faster than ever before! Every February Arizona keeps that tradition alive with the Hashknife Pony Express. The route is over 200 miles starting in Holbrook and ending in Scottsdale with family events and the Parada Del Sol.
Feb. 4-8 2020.

12/01/2020

SERENITY-
The state or quality of being serene, calm, or ; sereneness.
What word(s) would you use to describe this picture?
📷: Will Elsner

27/12/2019

Snow and low to no visibility at the Grand Canyon today. Once the clouds clear and it stops snowing it will be a beautiful treat this weekend!

Winter storm update, 10 am, Friday, December 27, 2019.

The forecast calls for snow all day today, with limited visibility.

The storm is expected to pass through tonight, with mostly sunny weather on Saturday and Sunday. There is a much better chance of seeing exceptional canyon views over the weekend.

Also, today, area roads will be snowpacked and icy. Traveling through Northern Arizona will be hazardous today.

As of this update, State Route 64 (Desert View Drive) between Grand Canyon Village and Desert View is CLOSED. Hermit Road is also CLOSED because of hazardous conditions. You can call 928-638-7496 for recorded park road opening/closure updates.

Follow our weather here: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/weather-condition.htm

27/12/2019

Clemson fans are here for the and wherever they go, they are spending $2.00 bills stamped with their logo on them! A tradition since 1977 to demonstrate the financial impact Clemson fans have on the economy.
Let's see if any of you end up with a Clemson $2.00 bill. Let us know!

26/12/2019

The best time to see the Grand Canyon? Right after a snow storm! Jim is on tour at the Grand Canyon right now with some lovely guests who are spending $2.00 bills. What's up with that? Stay tuned...

20/12/2019

Hey! Who knows who these two guys are? We'll give you a hint. They love to tour people around our great state of Arizona and they also love to explore Arizona on their own.

09/12/2019

A big shout out to Jimmy Vaughan-
HAPPY BIRTHDAY

27/11/2019

What a spectacular day on the Dolly Steamboat at Canyon Lake on the Apache Trail tour with Jim!

27/11/2019

🎼It's beginning to look a lot like...Thanksgiving? Snow in Arizona for Thanksgiving? Yep!
Boy, will the views be beautiful this weekend at the Grand Canyon!

22/11/2019

The Grand Canyon is simply breathtaking. How can it get any better? Just add snow and it becomes beyond extraordinary. 😍

Grand canyon railroad depot after a fresh snow, November 21, 2019.

Description, a rustic wooden train depot stands surrounded by snowy landscape. A large tree nearby is frosted with snow.

21/11/2019

After weeks of dry weather, Grand Canyon National Park Rangers take a moment to enjoy today's snowfall. At 2:15 pm, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, the canyon is not visible because of thick fog. Consider delaying travel this afternoon, if possible. Stay safe out there!

Snow showers are likely to continue through 11 pm tonight.

Friday is expected to be clear, sunny, and cold. https://go.nps.gov/06

21/11/2019

Snow in northern Arizona including the Grand Canyon National Park and Flagstaff!

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/air/webcams.htm?site=grca

08/11/2019

Harris Hawk- Native to the Southwest, this large lanky raptor preys on rodents, rabbits, snakes, birds, and insects. People have even reported them preying on small pets! They are amazing to watch soar in the air with an impressive wingspan of 41-47 inches!

04/11/2019

Dia De Las Mu***os Festival at Tlaquepaque in Sedona. Will's Sedona tour got to enjoy the last day of the festival on Saturday.

22/10/2019

Parking troubles at the Grand Canyon? No worries, leave the driving (and parking) to us and get a day full of history, culture, legends, beautiful scenery, and more on our one day Grand Canyon tour!

Nobody comes to Grand Canyon to see the parking lot (We hope). So be sure to do your research ahead of time, and know where to go before you arrive.

To find out all the places you can park in the South Rim Village, visit: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/parking_sr.htm

[Image description: A line of cars driving through a crowded parking lot]

11/10/2019

What kind of wildlife have you seen at the Grand Canyon? While on tour today, Will took this remarkable picture of a Raven about to land on a stick. Earlier this week Mike was able to capture a photo of the Mule Deer and Gopher Snake. The is amazing!

04/10/2019

A spectacular ending to a beautiful day in on a custom tour with Jim. Time for dinner at the L'Auberge de Sedona!