Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour
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Is Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour worth booking?
Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour is a 8-hour experience in Flagstaff, United States, from $16 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 55 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (55)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $16 per person
"Explore Sedona’s famous red rock country at your own pace on a self-guided GPS audio driving tour. Follow turn-by-turn directions through spectacular scenery along Oak Creek Canyon, the Red Rock Scenic Byway, and Red Ro
What you get
About this experience
"Explore Sedona’s famous red rock country at your own pace on a self-guided GPS audio driving tour. Follow turn-by-turn directions through spectacular scenery along Oak Creek Canyon, the Red Rock Scenic Byway, and Red Rock Loop Road, with opportunities to visit iconic spots like Chapel of the Holy Cross, Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, scenic viewpoints, historic sites, and optional hiking trails. Shaka Guide tours are created by real people who know and experience the destinations they guide, bringing Sedona to life through authentic stories, history, local insight, and recommendations. Choose the stops that interest you, skip others, and spend as much time as you like exploring. One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle. Download the Shaka Guide app and tour before you go; once downloaded, the audio and map work offline, and GPS-triggered narration plays automatically as you drive."
What's included
Included
- Take the tour when you want
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Not included
- Private transportation
- Meals and refreshment
- Parking Fees
What you'll see and do
Chapel of the Holy Cross
This striking mid-century modern chapel sits atop a perch with a stunning view of the surrounding red rocks, from both within the sanctuary and outside. If you do go inside, please give the building the reverence you would a cathedral and maintain the silence. Outside, the parking lot is steep and often crowded, so coming early to grab a good parking spot is ideal. The walk up the ramp to the building entrance is also steep. There are three parking lots—in the middle lot is the trailhead for Chapel Trail, a highly suggested but optional hike past the red rocks. Open 9am-5pm daily, but check the website for mass and service times.
15 minutes here
Bell Rock
Stop at Yavapai and Courthouse Vistas for impressive views of Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte, and Sedona’s red rock landscape. Take in the scenery from the viewpoints, or spend additional time exploring nearby trails if you choose.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Get another look at Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte from this trailhead and parking lot right off the Red Rock Scenic Byway.
15 minutes here
Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center
This well-kept visitor center has displays on the area's geology and ecology, as well as clean restrooms and a water re-fill station. Outside the main entrance is a decent scenic overlook facing Sedona's Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock. Open daily 9am-4:30pm, Wednesdays 12pm-4:30pm (bathrooms still open).
15 minutes here
Historic Old Town Cottonwood
This small historic district is a great place to grab a bite while Sedona’s parking lots fill up. The cafes, restaurants, and taverns on this strip are generally cheaper than their peers in Sedona too.
45 minutes here
Tuzigoot National Monument
Optional Stop: Explore Tuzigoot National Monument, where you can walk through the remains of a hilltop pueblo and visit the museum to learn about the people who lived here centuries ago. Admission, if you choose to enter, is purchased separately directly from the National Park Service.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Jerome State Historic Park
Optional Stop: Visit Jerome State Historic Park and the historic Douglas Mansion to learn about Jerome’s mining history while enjoying sweeping views of the Verde Valley. Admission, if you choose to enter, is purchased separately directly from the park.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Jerome
This town on a steep hillside was known as much for its loose morals and frequent disasters as it was for its booming mining business. Almost a ghost town after the mines closed, today Jerome’s crumbling buildings mix with a funky assortment of restaurants, bars, and shops. This is another cheaper lunch option than Sedona.
60 minutes here
Optional Stop: Explore Red Rock State Park and its network of scenic trails through Sedona’s red rock landscape and along Oak Creek. Choose a short walk or spend more time hiking and enjoying the views. Admission, if you choose to enter, is purchased separately directly from the park.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Crescent Moon Picnic Site
Optional Stop: Visit Crescent Moon Picnic Site for beautiful views of Cathedral Rock and a peaceful walk along Oak Creek. Spend some time taking photos, enjoying the scenery, or walking part of the creekside trail. Any required day-use or parking fee is paid separately directly at the site.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
This easy, flat trail is within sight of Cathedral Rock for its entire length, about 0.7 miles out and back. If you can walk down hill for about 30 steps, the trail ends on a wide ledge with a stunning, unobstructed view of Cathedral Rock ahead and the Crescent Moon Picnic Site below. If you wish to continue hiking to Crescent Moon, go to the opposite side of the ledge from where you entered to pick up what's labeled on some maps as the Ridge Trail. Follow the rock cairns along the edge of the hill to the left as the path heads downhill. The trail dead ends behind some electric boxes off Red Rock Crossing Rd. Turn left and the entrance to Crescent Moon is right there. Going this far, the hike is roughly 20 minutes one way.
30 minutes here
Check out this easy-to-access viewpoint that gives you a gorgeous panoramic view of the best of Sedona.
15 minutes here
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
Visit this Buddhist site with the historic and sacred Amitabha Stupa, meant for all to come and reflect.
30 minutes here
Airport Mesa
Stop at Airport Mesa for panoramic views of Sedona’s famous red rock formations. Take in the scenery from the overlook, or explore the nearby viewpoint and vortex area if time allows. This is also a popular place to enjoy sunset views.
15 minutes here
Sitting at the mouth of Oak Creek canyon, here you get a view of Midgley Bridge, which is a fascinating historic bridge. Enjoy lunch here, or just rest your feet and take in the view!
30 minutes here
Support local artists from Arizona’s native tribes and shop for souvenir crafts, art, and jewelry. Approved vendors have direct relationships with the artists.
15 minutes here
Slide Rock State Park
Visit Slide Rock State Park, a historic former apple farm surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Oak Creek Canyon. Explore the park grounds and short trails at your own pace. Temporary access notice: The Oak Creek swim area is currently closed until October 1, 2026 following the Pocket Fire. Check current Arizona State Parks conditions and follow posted signage during your visit. Park admission is purchased separately directly from Arizona State Parks.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead
Optional Stop: Explore the West Fork of Oak Creek, a scenic trail through a forested canyon alongside the creek. Hike as little or as much as you like before returning to your vehicle. Any required day-use or parking fee is paid separately directly at the site.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Oak Creek Vista Overlook
Stop at this vista at the northernmost tip of Oak Creek Canyon for a birds-eye view of the scenery. Vendors of the Native American Crafts Market set up booths on the walkway between the parking lot and the overlook daily. Some arrive as early as the vista opens and stick around as late as it closes, but midday is the best time to catch the most vendors, who sell handiworks from local native artists.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Flagstaff
Meeting point
Flagstaff
This meeting point is at the North Entrance along 89A.
Meeting point
Flagstaff
This self-guided tour has three designated starting areas: central Sedona, north of Sedona (Flagstaff), and south of Sedona (Camp Verde). Choose the starting point that best fits your route in the Shaka Guide app. GPS-guided directions will begin once you reach the tour route.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
This meeting point is at the North Entrance along 89A.
Ends at
This self-guided tour has three designated starting areas: central Sedona, north of Sedona (Flagstaff), and south of Sedona (Camp Verde). Choose the starting point that best fits your route in the Shaka Guide app. GPS-guided directions will begin once you reach the tour route.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shaka Guide Apps
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
- Plan for 2 days if possible — one for Oak Creek Canyon, one for everything else; doable in one day but you'll need to skip some stops
- Start by 8 a.m. — parking fills fast and some stops get very crowded
- Oak Creek Vista closes at 5 p.m. if heading north to Flagstaff — pace yourself accordingly
- Three state parks on the tour — see the budgeting section for individual fees
- Bring both cash and card — payment types vary by stop
- Dining in Sedona is pricey — consider packing a picnic or detour to Cottonwood or Jerome for more affordable options
- Not into hiking? The optional spur to Cottonwood and Jerome offers unique historical towns worth a visit
- Arizona does not observe Daylight Savings Time — plan accordingly
- Audrey Headframe Park in Jerome is temporarily closed for renovations
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 55 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Value for money
4 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
55 verified traveler reviews for Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Recommend to friends and family!
We loved the Shaka driving tour and will use them again! Have already recommended it to several friends. We used it over tree different days. It took us to many places we would have missed if we were just driving around.
Response from the operator: Aloha Friend, We were so stoked to be along for the ride with you all three days! And absolutely—we'll be sitting right in your pocket ready to roll whenever you hit the road next. Until then, happy travels! 🤙 With warm aloha, Shaka Guide Team 🌺
via Tripadvisor
Detaied information, fun, pleasing, great value.
The Shaka app was easy to use and the audio was excellent. Directions were great and narrator had a pleasing voice that was easy to listen to. She was informative and fun. Gave great details about everything. The app allowed us to stop, start and replay whenever we needed to. Great value. We would use this app again.
Response from the operator: Aloha Cheryl, We’re thrilled that our narrator kept things entertaining while guiding you through those red rocks. Hope to ride along with you again on your next big road trip! Mahalo, Shaka Guide Team
via Tripadvisor
Great audio tour of the Sedona area!
Having not used "Shaka" before, I was concerned. My fears were completely unfounded. I easily uploaded the Sedona tour to my cell phone and blue toothed the phone to our rental car. We started the tour at the northern start point. The tour speaker was excellent. The info that was presented was spot on and because we could stop and start the audio tour, it left all the time we needed to view each site. There is music playing in between stops which made the transition between stops very enjoyable. A great way to see Sedona! This guided tour service is well worth the money if you want to see the area by yourself in a car. A wonderful experience!
Response from the operator: Aloha Casey, So glad to hear everything went smoothly for your trip! Having the total freedom to pause, explore, and take all the time you need is exactly what we aim for! Thank you for sharing that it was well worth it, and we can't wait to welcome you back on another Shaka Guide adventure soon! Mahalo, Shaka Guide Support 🤙
via Tripadvisor
Would not do again
This was little more than driving directions with an annoying passenger. I have used other audio guides and will return to their services.
Response from the operator: Aloha 34kiml, We are truly sorry to hear that our Sedona tour didn't live up to your expectations and felt more like driving directions than an engaging experience. We completely understand and respect that everyone has different preferences when it comes to the tone and style of their audio guides, but rest assured that your comments have been shared with our content team for future updates. Because this tour was purchased through Viator, the quickest path to getting a refund is right through your Viator ticket, as they are set up to handle those transactions directly. If you ever want to dive deeper into what happened or have specific suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at aloha@shakaguide.com. We’d truly be grateful for the chance to connect and see how we can make things right. Wishing you nothing but safe and wonderful travels ahead! Mahalo, Shaka Guide Support 🤙
via Tripadvisor
Awesome - highly recommend
This was the best way to see Sedona! My sister and I wanted to go at our own pace, see the things we haven't seen here before or especially liked on prior trips, and didn't feel like being with a group of people. It was very easy to download and use the app and the tour. We really enjoyed the narration, which included history, culture, and geology, and even some humor. The driving instructions were great, including pointing out spots that we would otherwise not have noticed, and it gave me plenty of notice before upcoming turns or stops. The tour stops included most of the landmark sites (we missed seeing some of the red rocks, but may have chosen an alternate route at some point). You can go through the entire tour in order,, or turn back at various points, along the journey. It was great - I plan to use other audio tours in the future!
Response from the operator: Aloha Tracey, Thank you both so much for this incredible, detailed review! That is the true beauty of a self-guided tour—having the total freedom to go at your own pace, revisit favorite spots, and completely bypass the big tour crowds! We are so excited to welcome you into our travel family for your future trips. Mahalo to you both for letting us join your sister adventure, and we can't wait to hit the road with you again soon! With warm aloha, Shaka Guide Team 🤙
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 19
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Flagstaff.
How much does Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour cost?
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Prices start at $16 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Flagstaff usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Flagstaff is not rushed.
Is Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 55 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Flagstaff, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour?
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Around 19 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Flagstaff can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Flagstaff and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sedona Red Rocks Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Flagstaff within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Flagstaff?
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Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet between the Grand Canyon, Sedona and Antelope Canyon: day tours to all three, plus Lowell Observatory stargazing and Route 66 history walks. On Outty we rank every Flagstaff experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small-Group Grand Canyon Day Tour from Flagstaff, Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Day Tour from Flagstaff, Grand Canyon Tour from Flagstaff. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Flagstaff?
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May to October for canyon trips, December to March for snow at Snowbowl. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Flagstaff?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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