Sedona Scenic Half-Day Tour: Bell Rock & Cathedral Rock

Explore Sedona’s stunning landmarks at your own pace with a private guide and snacks included

A private half-day scenic tour of Sedona covers Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, and Oak Creek Canyon with a local guide in your own vehicle. Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off are included, along with snacks and all fees. Your guide adjusts the pace and stops to match your interests, adding lesser-known viewpoints and photography locations based on what matters to you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Chapel of the Holy Cross30m · entry included
2. Cathedral Rock30m · entry included
3. Bell Rock30m · entry included
4. Oak Creek Canyon30m · entry included

Sedona scenic private half-day tour

• Pickup from your location
• Visit Chapel of the Holy Cross
• Explore Cathedral Rock
• See Bell Rock formation
• Drive through Oak Creek Canyon
• Enjoy red rock mesa viewpoints
• Stop at hidden viewpoints and local favorites

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel or Airbnb, then heads into the red rock landscape. Oak Creek Canyon (a 13-mile river gorge often called a smaller cousin of the Grand Canyon) sets the tone for the drive. The route passes through the canyon's scenic floor before reaching the main attractions, and your guide explains the geology and history as you go, including the story of how Chapel of the Holy Cross came to be built in 1956 after a rancher's decades-long vision inspired by the Empire State Building.

You'll stop at the four signature landmarks: Bell Rock, a 4,919-foot butte south of Sedona; Cathedral Rock, one of Arizona's most-photographed sights; the Chapel of the Holy Cross, built into the red rocks themselves; and viewpoints across the mesa where formations like Coffee Pot and Submarine Rock frame the vistas. Because it's a private tour, your guide can linger where you want to photograph, skip what doesn't interest you, and add hidden viewpoints and local favorites (smaller scenic stops, cultural sites, or shopping areas), that larger groups miss.

The three to four hours keeps the day manageable without rushing. Snacks are included, and your guide handles the route and timing so you focus on the landscape. No crowded buses, no set itinerary you're locked into, no waiting for other groups to finish at each stop.

What’s included

• Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off.
• a professional guide in English.
• snacks and refreshments.
• all taxes and fees.
• the flexibility to adjust stops and pace based on your interests and photography needs.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 to 90 years) · Child (under 16)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 9 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by First Class Charter Tours of Sedona

Is this one for you?Choose this private tour if you want to set the pace yourself and skip the crowded bus experience: your own guide and vehicle mean you linger where you want, add stops your guide knows, and move through the day without waiting for other groups.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 16).

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 are the main red rock formations I'll see on this Sedona tour?

Bell Rock and Cathedral Rock are the two signature landmarks: both buttes with elevations around 4,900 feet and among the most-photographed sights in Arizona. You'll also visit Chapel of the Holy Cross, built into the rocks in 1956, and stop at mesa viewpoints with formations named Coffee Pot, Submarine Rock, and Thunder Mountain.

How long does the private Sedona tour take, and what time does pickup happen?

The tour runs three to four hours total, including hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off. Your guide will coordinate the exact pickup time based on your location and preferences.

Is Oak Creek Canyon part of this Sedona tour?

Yes. Oak Creek Canyon is the 13-mile river gorge you drive through on the way to the main attractions. The route follows the scenic floor of the canyon, and your guide explains its geology and why it's called a smaller cousin of the Grand Canyon.

What's included in the price of this private tour?

Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off, a professional guide in English, snacks, and all taxes and fees are included. Gratuities for your guide are optional and can be added at checkout.

Can the guide adjust the tour if I want to focus on photography or specific interests?

Yes. Because it's a private tour, your guide adjusts the pace and stops to match your interests. They can add lesser-known scenic locations, photography stops, cultural sites, or viewpoints often missed by larger groups.