Moab Arches: Walking Tour with Park Ave & Sand Dune Arch

The tour hits Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch: two stops most Moab tours skip

You ride through Arches National Park in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide who knows which stops other tours skip: Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch among them. You hike the Windows Section, photograph Balanced Rock and Double Arch, and cover the park's geology and cultural history without the bumpy roads or the sun beating down. Water and snacks are included, and you can pick up your park pass the morning of the tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Arches National Park highlights

• Start tour in Moab, Utah
• Travel entire Arches Scenic Drive
• View and photograph famous arch
• View and photograph Balanced Rock
• View and photograph Park Avenue
• Hike to Turret Arch and Windows
• Hike and photograph Double Arch
• View Devils Garden from car
• Pass by Broken Arch
• See two of Utah's Five National Parks

The experience

The vehicle is already rolling when you climb in, heading straight into Arches National Park on the scenic drive that cuts through the entire park. Your guide knows which stops matter and which ones eat time without payoff. Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch are the two that separate this tour from the others. They're not on every permit, and the company's NPS agreement lets them reach places tours that bundle entry fees cannot. You'll photograph Balanced Rock, hike into the Windows Section to see Turret Arch and the North and South Windows, then stand in front of Double Arch, which photographs differently depending on where you stand.

The vehicle itself is the kind of thing you notice after the first hour in the sun: air-conditioned, tall windows that don't frame the view, no bumpy roads. Cold water refills happen without asking. The tour moves through the park's geology and human history as you go (millions of years of stone, the delicate desert ecology, the cultural layers underneath), but it's not a lecture. It's the kind of guide work that makes the landscape readable instead of just big. You'll also see Broken Arch and Devils Garden from the car, and the whole thing covers two of Utah's five national parks in scope, even though you're staying inside Arches.

One practical thing: the tour price doesn't include park entry. You can buy a pass on the day of the tour or bring one you already have. The reason matters. The company's permit is stricter than the ones tours get when they bundle entry, which is why they can take you to Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch in the first place. Small groups, photography-focused stops, no off-road driving. The tour starts in Moab and runs the full length of the park's scenic drive, so you're not choosing between highlights. You're seeing the ones that actually matter.

What’s included

• Your tour includes a photography-focused small-group experience in an air-conditioned vehicle with large windows, visits to Park Ave, Sand Dune Arch, Balanced Rock, the Windows Section (Turret Arch, North and South Windows, Double Arch), Broken Arch, and Devils Garden viewpoint, cold water refills, and snacks.
• Park entry is purchased separately and can be bought on the day of the tour.
• The vehicle is comfortable and non-bumpy, and the guide covers the park's geology, desert ecology, and cultural heritage as you travel the entire scenic drive.

Options for this experience

4 options

Canyonlands sunset with stargazingUp to 11 people · Guide in English or Polish · Available from 7 Oct 2027Sunset tour with stargazing extra: a weather-dependent 1-hour stargazing add-on costs $59 per guest, paid once good stargazing conditions are confirmed on the day of the tour. Pickup is included.

Arches sunset without stargazingGuide in English or Polish · Available from 6 Oct 20273-hour Arches sunset tour without stargazing: enjoy a comprehensive visit to Arches National Park, including 2 short walks and more photo stops. Pickup is included.

Arches sunset with a 1-hour stargazing sessionGuide in English or Polish · Available from 6 Oct 2027Stargazing add-on for $59 per person. Extra: a weather-dependent 1-hour stargazing add-on for $59 per guest, paid once good stargazing conditions are confirmed on the day of the tour. Pickup is included.

Easy 4-hour walking morning in ArchesUp to 10 people · Guide in English · Available from 4 Oct 2027Get to see more stops with us: this tour includes the must-see iconic Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch stops that many other 4-hour Arches tours skip. Maximum 9 guests. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 4 Oct 2027

AgesAdult (14 to 65 years) · Under 14: can't be booked

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish and Polish

Audio guidePolish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 27 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 15

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcome

Operated by Moab In A Day LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the comprehensive stops (Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch especially) without arranging your own transport or timing, and you're comfortable buying park entry separately (which is what lets the tour access more of the park than competitors).

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Polish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need a national park pass before the tour?

No. You can purchase one the day of the tour. If you already have an annual pass, bring it.

What's the difference between this tour and others in Moab?

This tour's permit allows visits to Park Ave and Sand Dune Arch, two stops that tours bundling entry fees cannot access. The vehicle is air-conditioned with large windows, and the group stays small.

How long is the tour?

The itinerary covers the entire length of Arches National Park Scenic Drive, visiting all major sightseeing points. Specific duration is not listed. Confirm with the operator.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited fitness?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. Hikes are included (Windows Section, Double Arch) but the vehicle does most of the travel, and you can adjust your pace at each stop.

What's included in the tour price?

Photography-focused small-group tour in a comfortable vehicle, cold water refills, and snacks. Park entry is separate.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.

Is this an off-road tour?

No. The tour travels on the Arches National Park Scenic Drive and includes walks to viewpoints and arches, but no off-road driving.

What's the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour, including for sudden illness. Travel insurance is recommended and sold separately.