4-day Adventure Itinerary in Sedona, AZ

  • Day 1: Hiking and Jeep Tours in the Red Rocks of Sedona
    10 minutes (5 miles) from Sedona city center

    Start your adventure in Sedona with a hike in the scenic Red Rocks. The Cathedral Rock Trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Follow it up with a thrilling Jeep tour to explore the rugged terrain and rock formations of Sedona.

  • Day 2: Hot Air Balloon Ride and Horseback Riding
    30 minutes (15 miles) from Sedona city center

    Experience Sedona from a different perspective with a Hot Air Balloon ride at sunrise. Take in panoramic views of the Red Rocks and surrounding areas. In the afternoon, go for a Horseback riding adventure through the scenic high desert terrain.

  • Day 3: Kayaking and Artists Galleries Tour
    25 minutes (12 miles) from Sedona city center

    Get up close with nature with a Kayaking trip on the scenic Verde River. Take a guided tour through the galleries of local artists in the afternoon. Some must-visit galleries include the Sedona Arts Center, The Village Gallery, and the James Ratliff Gallery.

  • Day 4: Wine and Dine Tour and Stargazing
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Sedona city center

    Enjoy a day of good food and wine with a Wine Tasting and Culinary Tour. Take in the stunning vineyards and sample some fantastic wines. End your day with an evening of Stargazing in Sedona. Take a guided tour to the local observatory or visit the Sedona Star Party for an unforgettable experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hiking the Cathedral Rock Trail (2 hours, free)
  • Jeep Tour (2 hours, $85 per person)
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride (3 hours, $195 per person)
  • Horseback Riding (2 hours, $85 per person)
  • Kayaking (3 hours, $95 per person)
  • Artist Galleries Tour (3 hours, free)
  • Wine Tasting and Culinary Tour (4 hours, $150 per person)
  • Stargazing Tour (2 hours, $50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $755 per person

Transportation

During your trip to Sedona, it is best to rent a car to explore the surrounding areas. Sedona is approximately a two-hour drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), which serves the Sedona area. A rental car will cost an average of $50 per day, and gas prices are around $3 per gallon.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add more local hikes, such as the Boynton Canyon Trail or Bell Rock Pathway. Sedona also offers an array of outdoor activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and helicopter tours. If you have less time, consider skipping the wine tasting and galleries tour and adding an extra day of hiking and Jeep tours.

Airports

Sedona is not serviced by a major airport. The closest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, Arizona. PHX is 120 miles away from Sedona and approximately a two-hour drive from the city center.

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