Ride a rugged Jeep into Sedona’s red rock backcountry to visit the 700-year-old Honanki ruins and descend into dramatic Diamondback Gulch. Expect short hikes, expert interpretation, and sweeping canyon views on this three-hour guided tour.
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Dust rises as the Jeep peels away from Highway 89A and the red rock walls close in — the landscape seems to inhale and push you forward. On this three-hour off-road loop from Sedona, passengers trade paved comfort for the steady rattle of a purpose-built vehicle and the wide, sunlit canvases of canyon country.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks over uneven terrain and the ability to step in and out of a Jeep.
Wildlife
History
The Honanki site preserves pictographs and cliff dwellings linked to the Sinagua people from roughly 1100–1400 CE, offering direct insight into pre-Columbian life in northern Arizona.
Conservation
These cultural sites are fragile—stay on trails, follow guide rules, and pack out trash; limiting vehicle erosion and respecting vegetation helps preserve the backcountry.
Reserve your spot on the Guided Ancient Ruins Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring at least 1 liter of water
Desert sun and bumpy rides dehydrate quickly; carry water on your person during stops.
Wear sturdy shoes
Trails to ruins are short but rocky and uneven—closed-toe hiking shoes or boots provide traction and ankle support.
Protect your camera
Strong sunlight and dust can damage gear; use a UV filter and a secure strap to avoid drops.
Be mindful of cultural sites
Follow guide instructions at rock art and dwellings — do not touch or climb on ruins to preserve fragile surfaces.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provide traction on rocky approaches to ruins and uneven gulch floors.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Open desert exposure and reflective rock increase sunburn risk.
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Reusable water bottle or hydration pack
Keeps you hydrated during stops and short walks; refill before the tour.
Light jacket or wind layer
Temperatures can drop quickly in the shade or late in the day.
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