Drive the red-rock loops of Sedona with a location-triggered audio guide that points out hikes, vortex sites and hidden viewpoints. Pre-download the tour, bring a charger and plan for a half- to full-day self-paced exploration.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You pull off Highway 89A and the red walls of Sedona rise like slow-moving weather, their layers daring you to slow down. The car windows frame pinnacles, slickrock slopes and the occasional stand of piñon, while an audio voice eases you through the turns—pointing out a cliff-face arch, a creek that catches the light, or a quiet spot where a vortex is said to hum.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–8 hours (flexible half-, full- or multi-day)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—mostly driving with optional short hikes ranging from 0.5 to 6 miles.
Wildlife
History
Ancestral Puebloan ruins and trading routes dot the region; modern Sedona grew as a tourist and arts hub in the early 20th century, later gaining spiritual tourism tied to its vortex sites.
Conservation
Stick to roads and marked trails, pack out trash, and avoid disturbing riparian zones—water sources and thin soils in Sedona are fragile and easily damaged.
Reserve your spot on the Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pre-download the tour
Download the GuideAlong app and the Sedona audio tour over reliable Wi‑Fi before you leave cell coverage—if you can open the tour, it’s ready.
Bring a car charger
Use a USB-C car charger in the cigarette lighter to keep your phone charged and avoid Bluetooth pairing issues with the vehicle.
Time your stops for sunrise/sunset
Popular viewpoints and Devil’s Bridge fill up—arrive early or late to avoid long waits and to catch the best light.
Respect sacred and sensitive sites
Stay on designated paths, avoid climbing on fragile formations and be quiet at prayer sites like the Stupa and Chapel of the Holy Cross.
Smartphone with GuideAlong tour downloaded
Required for GPS-triggered commentary and offline directions.
USB-C car charger
Keeps your device charged for GPS and audio playback during long drives.
Reusable water bottle (1–2 liters)
Arizona sun dries you out fast—carry extra water, especially if you add hikes.
summer
Comfortable trail shoes
Useful for short hikes to viewpoints, slickrock approaches and uneven trail surfaces.