Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 139 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona worth booking?
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona is a 3-hour experience in Phoenix, United States, from $14 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 139 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (139)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $14 per person
Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong audio tour takes you on an incredible journey through Sedona's majestic red rock scenery. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including renowned vortexes, a natural water slide, and several viewpoints of one of Arizona's most-photographed sights. This self-guided audio tour helps you discover more on your road trip with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions that play automatically along the drive. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t. Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive
What you get
About this experience
Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong audio tour takes you on an incredible journey through Sedona's majestic red rock scenery. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including renowned vortexes, a natural water slide, and several viewpoints of one of Arizona's most-photographed sights. This self-guided audio tour helps you discover more on your road trip with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions that play automatically along the drive. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t. Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive
What's included
Included
- Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
- Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
- Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
- Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
- Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates
- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 115+ Points
- Includes an app based self-guided experience, so you do not need any in-person guide.
- Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
Not included
- Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations
What you'll see and do
Flagstaff
Begin your Sedona adventure just south of Flagstaff at I-17 Exit 337, following the signs for AZ-89A South toward Sedona. From here, the drive gradually leaves the Flagstaff area behind and heads through vast ponderosa pine forests toward the dramatic landscapes of Oak Creek Canyon.
10 minutes here
Oak Creek Vista Overlook
Enjoy panoramic views across Oak Creek Canyon before beginning the descent toward Sedona. This is an excellent first stop for photos and a chance to appreciate the scale of the canyon from above. A small Native American crafts market may also be available here.
10 minutes here
West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead
One of the most scenic hiking areas in Oak Creek Canyon, West Fork follows the creek beneath towering canyon walls and through a lush, tree-lined landscape. The full outing is about 6.5 miles round trip, but you can simply walk a shorter section and turn back whenever you like. Expect several creek crossings along the way.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Slide Rock State Park
One of Oak Creek Canyon's most popular stops, Slide Rock is known for its natural sandstone water slide and swimming area. You can also explore the historic Pendley Homestead, old apple orchard, original buildings, and several short hiking trails.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
This historic area marks the site of Sedona's first Anglo settlement, established by John James Thompson in 1876. Today you can find a historic general store as well as the Oak Creek Visitor Center, with maps, hiking information, restrooms, souvenirs, and Red Rock Pass information.
10 minutes here
Grasshopper Point Picnic Area
A favorite local swimming and picnic spot along Oak Creek, Grasshopper Point offers a quieter alternative to Slide Rock. Visitors can wade in the creek, relax beside the water, or watch adventurous swimmers cliff jump into the pools below.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Midgley Bridge
This graceful single-span bridge provides one of the most photogenic stops along Oak Creek Canyon. A short walk from the Huckaby Trailhead leads to an overlook with a great angle of the bridge, while a longer hike descends toward Oak Creek.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Sedona Arts Center
Stop by one of Sedona's long-standing centers for local art. The complex includes galleries, workshops, and classrooms where you can browse ceramics, paintings, sculptures, and other works while experiencing Sedona's creative side.
10 minutes here
Uptown is the best part of Sedona to explore on foot, with restaurants, cafés, galleries, souvenir shops, and beautiful views of the surrounding red rocks. Take some time to stroll the main streets, grab a bite to eat, or browse the local stores and galleries.
10 minutes here
Sedona Heritage Museum
Discover the stories of Sedona's early homesteaders and ranchers inside the historic Jordan Family Homestead. Exhibits include a stagecoach, an old apple packing shed, local winemaking history, and a historic railroad depot once used during the filming of Angel and the Badman.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Fantastic views across Sedona and the surrounding landscape await you here. A 3.5-mile hike circles the mesa and provides full 360-degree views, but you don't need to complete the whole trail to enjoy the scenery.
10 minutes here
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
Set beneath Thunder Mountain, this peaceful Tibetan Buddhist site offers a quiet place for reflection among juniper trees and colorful prayer flags. The park includes the 36-foot Amitabha Stupa, the smaller White Tara Stupa, a Buddha statue, and a Native American medicine wheel.
10 minutes here
Devil's Bridge is Sedona's largest sandstone arch and one of its most photographed natural landmarks. The roughly 4-mile round-trip hike includes some scrambling and allows adventurous visitors to walk onto the top of the dramatic rock arch.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Boynton Canyon Trail
This trailhead provides access to one of Sedona's most popular canyon areas. From here, you can choose anything from a short walk to the vortex and Kachina Woman formation to a much longer exploration deep into Boynton Canyon.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Enjoy a scenic 7-mile drive through some of West Sedona's classic red-rock scenery. The route passes Red Rock State Park, Crescent Moon, several hiking areas, and excellent viewpoints of Cathedral Rock.
10 minutes here
Red Rock State Park
Set along Oak Creek, this state park is a peaceful place to enjoy nature and look for wildlife including deer, javelinas, coyotes, birds, and other desert species. The visitor center includes exhibits on local wildlife, ecosystems, geology, and the area's earliest inhabitants.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Crescent Moon Picnic Site
This is one of the classic places to photograph Cathedral Rock, especially when its red spires are reflected in the waters of Oak Creek. The area is also popular for picnicking, swimming, fishing, and relaxing beside the creek.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
This short and relatively easy trail leads to excellent views of Cathedral Rock without requiring a long hike. At less than half a mile each way, it is a great option for travelers looking for impressive scenery with a smaller time commitment.
10 minutes here
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Explore a beautiful Mexican-inspired village filled with courtyards, fountains, archways, galleries, jewelry shops, restaurants, and a small chapel. Its distinctive architecture and shaded walkways make it a relaxing place to browse, eat, and experience Sedona's artistic character.
10 minutes here
Schnebly Hill Road
The first paved mile of Schnebly Hill Road offers a taste of one of Sedona's famous backcountry routes. At the end of the paved section, you can park near the Munds Wagon Trailhead, where even a short walk leads to panoramic red-rock views.
10 minutes here
Chapel of the Holy Cross
Built directly into Sedona's red sandstone formations, the Chapel of the Holy Cross is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Its striking modern design and dramatic setting make it worthwhile whether you visit the chapel itself or simply admire the structure and surrounding scenery.
10 minutes here
Get an up-close look at one of Sedona's most famous formations. The approximately one-mile out-and-back hike climbs toward the base of Cathedral Rock, gaining more than 500 feet and providing spectacular views back across Sedona. Cathedral Rock is also the site of one of Sedona's four major vortexes.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Two of Sedona's most recognizable formations rise side by side here. You can take an easy one-mile round-trip hike toward the base of Bell Rock or choose the longer 4-mile loop around Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte.
Pass by without stopping
As you travel through the village, enjoy excellent views of Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock rising ahead of you. Oak Creek Village also offers restaurants, shops, golf courses, and convenient places to stop for food or fuel before continuing south.
10 minutes here
A useful final stop for learning more about Sedona's landscape and the surrounding national forest. Inside you'll find exhibits on local geology and ecosystems, an introductory film, a native plant and hummingbird garden, maps, souvenirs, and information about exploring the Red Rock area.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Phoenix
From Phoenix, drive north on I-17 and take Exit 298, then turn left following signs for Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon. Commentary begins after you pass under the interstate. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
Meeting point
Phoenix
Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so there is no need to meet an in-person guide. From Flagstaff, drive south on I-17 and commentary begins south of I-40 near Exit 337 for Sedona. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
From Phoenix, drive north on I-17 and take Exit 298, then turn left following signs for Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon. Commentary begins after you pass under the interstate. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
Ends at
Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so there is no need to meet an in-person guide. From Flagstaff, drive south on I-17 and commentary begins south of I-40 near Exit 337 for Sedona. Search your email for “Download Audio Tour,” then preview the route in the app.
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide)
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
- Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
- Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
- Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
- Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
- Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
- Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
- Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
- The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 138 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
138 verified traveler reviews for Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Worth every penny. Try it!
Great in depth commentary to make the drive super interesting and time flies. Will be getting one for every driving trip.
Response from the operator: We’re happy the Sedona stories helped you make the most of a long drive Ron! Since you plan to keep using our tours, check out our bundle tours across the US and Canada, all with lifetime access for future road trips. We hope to join you on the road again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great guide
Super informative and easy to use. I dont travel without them when driving through US. Makes trip go fast.
Response from the operator: Thanks for continuing to take us along on your road trips, Ron! Since you enjoy using these tours while driving, you may want to check out our US Classic Southwest, US Pacific Coastline, or US East Bundles, all with lifetime access for future trips. We hope to join you on the road again soon!
via Viator
Self drive audio guide worth it
Audio tour of Sedona self drive. Very informative, good directions, easy to follow
Response from the operator: Thanks for sharing your Sedona experience with us! We’re happy to hear that the tour’s navigation helped your drive go smoothly. We hope to join you on the road again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good tour
We had printed a copy of the tour off of the website. The downloaded tour did not follow the website. We were using the print version as a look ahead. That sort of interface could have worked better.
Response from the operator: Hi Steve, thanks for taking my Sedona audio tour. Could you please reach out and let me know what you printed—was it the itinerary from the Viator listing, or from somewhere else? Our app includes the full stop list, route guidance, stories, nearby parking information, and helpful details once you start the tour, so you can look through the stops and plan at your own pace.
via Tripadvisor
Perfect for us!
We recently used a recorded, GPS‑triggered driving tour in Sedona, and it was absolutely perfect for the way we travel. The guide monitored our location as we drove, so every story, landmark, and viewpoint popped up right at the moment we were passing it. It felt like having a local expert in the car with us—without needing to plan, research, or stop and read signs. Because we only had a short window to explore Sedona, this format was a lifesaver. We were able to see the major highlights, learn the history and geology, and hear fun local insights while still moving at our own pace. The narration was clear, engaging, and easy to follow, even with the stunning red rock scenery competing for our attention. One of the best parts is that the tour is now downloaded on our device, so we can use it again on our next trip. Sedona has so much to take in, and we’re excited to revisit the stops we loved and explore the ones we didn’t have time for. This is exactly the kind of travel tool that makes a quick trip feel full and meaningful. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a flexible, informative, and beautifully curated way to experience Sedona from the comfort of their own vehicle.
Response from the operator: Hi there, thanks for taking our Sedona audio tour. We’re so glad the GPS-triggered stories, landmarks, viewpoints, history, geology, and local insights helped make your short visit feel full and meaningful. It’s wonderful to hear the tour fit the way you like to travel, gave you the flexibility to explore at your own pace, and felt like having a local expert in the car. Since the tour is downloaded and valid forever, we’re happy you can revisit your favorite stops and explore more on your next Sedona trip. We hope to join you on the road again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $14 to $17
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 49
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide), who run 59 experiences we rank across 46 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.7.
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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Phoenix.
How much does Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona cost?
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Prices start at $14 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Phoenix usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Phoenix is not rushed.
Is Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 139 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Phoenix, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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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 Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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Around 49 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix?
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Phoenix runs on desert experiences: sunrise hot air balloon lifts over the Sonoran, Camelback and South Mountain hikes, off-road Tonto Forest tours and day trips to Sedona and the Grand Canyon. Heat safety and start times decide whether a tour is good, so we weight timing detail in the ranking. On Outty we rank every Phoenix experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kayaking the Salt River Foxtail Trip, Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour, Ancient Ruins Tour - Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV. 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 Phoenix?
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November to April. Summer tours run at dawn or not at all. 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 Phoenix?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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Included: Support: Toll free phone, chat and email; Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline; Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF; Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay; and Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates. Not included: Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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From Phoenix, drive north on I-17 and take Exit 298, then turn left following signs for Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon. Commentary begins after you pass under the interstate. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Phoenix. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona?
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Across 139 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, value for money, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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