America · MORNING
The shortlist to send a friend: 15 morning tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you pay.
Watch the Haleakala sunrise from 9,740 feet with hotel pickup, park admission, and a local sit-down breakfast in Waikapu.
“This was an awesome experience with a great guide and excellent weather/visibility! The tour ran smoothly without issue and the food at the end was good! This is a great experience! 10/10!”
Sunrise hot air balloon over Phoenix, Sonoran Desert views, Champagne toast, and a desert breakfast with a balloonists ceremony.
“Great experience. So relaxing and peaceful while flying high above. The pilot was friendly and informative. Did not care too much for the breakfast that was provided afterwards, but the non alcoholic sparkling beverage was great.”
Morning horseback ride with hotel pickup from Las Vegas, calm desert trail riding, and a Western breakfast with vegetarian options.
“The Morning Horseback Ride with Breakfast was a fantastic experience. Our guide and driver were very friendly, helpful and welcoming. The horses were beautiful, calm and easy to ride. The trail was immense and peaceful. We really enjoyed the views during the ride. After that, we had a nice breakfast which tasted incredible and was well organized. At the end we also got to feed baby goats. This activity is a great way to start the day and we will remember it for a long time. Thank you. We highly recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing adventure outside Las Vegas.”
Cruise Kauai’s Na Pali coast on a comfortable catamaran with guided snorkeling, a waterslide, and an included lunch plus open bar.
“Incredible experience. Saw more dolphins then I have ever seen, along with turtles and the Na Poli coast.”
Float above Albuquerque at sunrise on a one-hour balloon flight over the Rio Grande Valley and Sandia Mountains, toast included.
“They set us up for 6 am we sat in a waiting room for about 40 minutes the they drove us in this rickety van to a field where we had to wait around at least another 30 minutes in very cold.. plus they asked for volunteers to hold open balloon while they inflated it yes in very cold weather. Alfred the pilot said balloons can land anywhere but he was aiming for a CVS parking lot. He said this over and over from the start ok we get it. Ugly balloon with a logo not colorful but dingy boring we went up last but first to come down. Cheapest…”
Harlem Sunday morning gospel tour with coach ride, Harlem Renaissance stops, and a real church service, optional soul food brunch.
“The church was the 5th largest in the world. Grant is buried by Columbia University and PT Barnum had a country home in Harlem. Duane was bilingual and did a great job with French and English passengers.”
A 5-hour Kona morning snorkel from Keauhou Bay to Kealakekua Bay with reef gear, slides, plant-based meals, and real wildlife chances.
“We had a wonderful morning snorkeling and swimming in the bay. I highly recommend this tour. The breakfast and lunch were lovely and we even enjoyed a margarita on the way back to the dock!”
Sunrise Grand Teton wildlife safari with a small-group 4x4, roof hatches, included optics, breakfast, and early backroads.
“This experience was awesome. I highly recommend this to anyone who is in the area. Our guide was very knowledgeable and knew some amazing spots to see the amazing wildlife.”
Paddle the Hanalei River, snorkel Hanalei Bay for honu turtles, and finish with beach lunch on a 5-hour tour.
“You go into a fantasy world for 4 hours! Guides made great lunches, played the ukulele at lunch, educated us about fish. Snorkeling we saw many different types of fish and a sea turtle or two!”
Haleakala sunrise tour with early hotel pickup, warm jackets, guided history, and breakfast at Cafe O’Lei. 9 hours, $219.
“Michael was the best guide ever. His passion for the job did stand out from others I have experienced in previous guided tours. He also showcased in-depth knowledge of the natural environment and history of Maui and the broader Hawaii which was quite interesting and helpful from my viewpoint.”
Sunrise hot air balloon over Temecula Wine Country with an FAA pilot, champagne toast, and a two-for-one Vindemia wine tasting.
“It was such a thrilling experience. It was great to watch the entire process from setup to touch down. It felt like we were flying in mid-air. It was an amazing experience shared by even the little ones who were only 6 and 7 yrs old. They Loved it!!! Now I can check it off my bucket list. More importantly, I now have another memorable occasion that I shared with my family that will last for a lifetime.”
Small group morning walk through downtown Austin with a storyteller, then-and-now photos, coffee stops, and key live music landmarks.
“Exceptional Story Teller! I wish I did this before exploring on my own. Our guide was friendly and kept us all interested. I would do it all over tomorrow and still hear more.”
Kona morning snorkeling with a small crew, two top bays, sea caves and lava tubes, plus gear and snacks. 4 hours, English tour.
“Great excursion. Great spots. Just the right amount of time to enjoy everything. Pick up would be good to offer for thr future. It was a hassel getting a Ride to the place from hotel.”
3-hour Monument Valley sunrise tour with Navajo guide, Totem Pole photos, restricted backcountry, and traditional music for small groups.
“Excellent tour, especially the views before the sun started to rise. I must for any visit to this area. Thanks! ps, bring warm clothes!! It's cool in the early am!”
Las Vegas to Grand Canyon sunrise, Navajo guided Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend photos, Lake Powell views, small group 18 hours.
“Our trip was very nice and quite fast. We had limited time at each place, which is logical considering we only had one day. Next time, I would probably split the trip into two parts. Our two guides, Ross and Chang (unfortunately, I don't remember his name exactly and I'm probably spelling it wrong), were absolutely amazing. Ross is brilliant in every way, has a perfect sense of humor, is responsible, very knowledgeable, and helpful. He made our trip unforgettable. Chang was always willing to take pictures and help us get to the viewpoints, and overall he always made sure we were comfortable. Overall, we rate the trip 5 stars.…”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
