Monument Valley (Navajo: Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii, meaning valley of the rocks) is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterised by a cluster of vast sandstone buttes, the largest reaching 1,000 ft (300 m) above the valley floor. It is located on the Arizona–Utah border, near the Four Corners area. The valley lies within the territory of the Navajo Nation Reservation and is accessible from U.S. Highway 163.
Sunrise Tour Of Monument Valley
Witnessing the sunrise slowly over the magnificent horizons of Monument Valley is a revelation. The enchanting sunrays delicately touch the sandstone silhouettes, slowly revealing more and more of their texture, slowly bringing them to life. Until the early sun’s gentle radiance reveals the colorful, undisturbed monoliths in all their glory.
On this tour the guide, Ray a Navajo indian, chose a special route, to specific locations in Monument Valley, from where will be seen very beautiful scenic views of the monuments, mesas, spires and buttes that only the time of Sunrise can reveal.
Enjoying this spectacle in the early, silent moments of sunrise was captivating.
Even if you’re not always an “early riser” and take this tour you will find this peaceful, tranquil atmosphere to be soothing, breathtaking, and energizing. What better way to start a new day!
