Sedona Private Custom Tour from Phoenix: Red Rock Stops

Montezuma Castle and four Sedona stops in one guided day

A private custom tour from Phoenix to Sedona covers red rock country in 8–9 hours with a live English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup. The route includes Montezuma Castle National Monument, a 5-story cliff dwelling; scenic overlooks at Bell Rock and Airport Mesa; Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village; downtown Sedona; and lunch. A short hike is optional, and a winery stop on the return is possible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Bell Rock15m
2. Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village1h
3. Airport Mesa20m · entry included
4. Montezuma Castle National Monument40m · entry included

Explore Sedona and Surroundings

• Drive to Montezuma Castle
• Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument
• Stop at scenic overlooks
• Take photos at Bell Rock
• Walk through Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village
• Explore Sedona downtown
• Have lunch in Sedona
• Optional short hike
• Visit Airport Mesa for photos
• Stop at winery on return to Phoenix

The experience

Montezuma Castle National Monument anchors this tour: a 5-story, 20-room cliff dwelling and one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the country. The drive north from Phoenix cuts through Oak Creek Canyon, and stops at scenic overlooks give you time to photograph Bell Rock and Airport Mesa before reaching the monument itself. The guide shapes the day around what you want to see, so the itinerary stays flexible.

After the monument, the tour moves into Sedona proper. Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village is a high-end plaza with galleries, crafts and clothing. Downtown Sedona offers gift shops, rock and crystal stores, and restaurants where lunch happens. Both are walkable, and the guide stays with you. Airport Mesa comes next: another photo stop known for its views. If you want to hike, a short walk fits into the afternoon. If not, the day stays at a comfortable pace.

The return to Phoenix can include a winery stop if that interests you. Private transportation means no other passengers, no fixed schedule beyond the 8–9-hour window, and pickup from your Phoenix hotel. Bottled water is included. Children from age 1 travel with you, and the vehicle is air-conditioned throughout.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• hotel pickup from Phoenix.
• live English-speaking guide.
• entry to Montezuma Castle National Monument.
• stops at Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village, downtown Sedona and Chapel of The Holy Cross.
• lunch in Sedona.
• bottled water.
• optional short hike and possible winery stop on the return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 08:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (1 to 10 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by My Arizona Guide

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Sedona's landmarks and red rock scenery without driving yourself or following a set group schedule. The private vehicle and custom route mean you move at your own pace and can linger at stops that matter to you, while the guide handles navigation and context for the day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 10 years).

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.

What is Montezuma Castle and why is it on this tour?

Montezuma Castle is a 5-story, 20-room cliff dwelling built into the rock and one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the country. It sits at Montezuma Castle National Monument and gives a direct look at how people lived centuries ago in this region.

Can I choose which stops to visit, or is the itinerary fixed?

This is a custom tour, so the guide works with your interests. The route covers Montezuma Castle, scenic overlooks, Tlaquepaque, downtown Sedona and lunch, but you can ask to skip a stop or spend more time at one you prefer.

Is the short hike included, or do I choose whether to do it?

The hike is optional. If you want to walk, the guide can include a short one in the afternoon. If you'd rather not, the day stays at a walking pace through the towns and overlooks instead.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour runs 8–9 hours total and includes hotel pickup from Phoenix, so the exact start time depends on where you're staying. The guide will confirm the pickup time when you book.

Does lunch cost extra, or is it included?

Lunch in Sedona is included in the tour. You'll eat at a restaurant in town, and the guide can help with choices based on what you're in the mood for.