Sedona, Cathedral Rock Hiking Tour with a Private Guide

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About this activity

Our guides are Sedona locals and experts in philosophy. They help you explore the deeper meaning and significance of this special place. They will guide you through the breathtaking sights, identify flora and fauna, and unravel the geological and human history of Sedona.

This is a moderate to slightly challenging tour that can be adjusted depending on the abilities and preferences of our guests.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Sedona Philosophy

Ages: Adults (5–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A 2.5 hour guided hike with a local, educator guide.
Included: Treking poles, bottled water, and snacks provided.
Included: Panoramic views of Sedona's iconic Red Rocks, including Cathedral Rock.
Included: Learn about the history, nature, and culture of this amazing place.

Not included

Not included: Clothing layers, windbreaks, and rain coats during inclimate weather (recommended).
Not included: Personal bag/backpack (recommended) to carry water, sunblock (recommended) and personal items.
Not included: Gratuity

Itinerary

Cathedral Rock

15 min

Your guide will pick you up at your location and drive you to Cathedral Rock, a stunning and iconic rock feature of the Sedona landscape and the most popular vortex site of Sedona. During the daytime this area is only accessible by public shuttle and by permitted companies like ours.
Stop 2

Passing by

We will begin at the Cathedral Rock Trailhead where there is a bathroom available at the beginning and end of the tour.
Stop 3

15 min

We will hike up Cathedral Rock Trail to a plateau at the base of Cathedral Rock. There are large rocky steps going up and there is approximately 100 feet of elevation gain in .2 miles.
Templeton Trail

1 h 30 min

We will hike 1-2 miles on the mostly flat Templeton Trail along the base of Cathedral Rock. Enjoy spectacular views of Cathedral Rock and other Sedona red rock formations. There will be lots of stops for photographs and to learn about the geology, flora, fauna, and history of Sedona.
Stop 5

25 min

There is an optional hike to visit Oak Creek. This is one of the few publicly available access points to the spring-fed waters of Oak Creek. This will require hiking downhill and back uphill again with approximately 100 feet elevation gain in .2 miles.