Wondering Which Outdoor Sedona Tours For Seniors Are The Best?
Author, Cynthia Ross Tustin – Updated March 31, 2023
What makes Sedona tours for seniors so great? Life in Sedona is been built around an active, outdoor lifestyle. However, “active” is a subjective word. As an “active” senior myself I know that word can encompass a lot of different fitness levels.
There is an outdoor Sedona tour for every kind of “active” senior. I have this as a destination on my bucket list because it has so many options that take physical abilities into consideration.
No time to read the entire post, I get that, we’re all busy these days. This has been the most popular outdoor Sedona tour for seniors with my readers.
Most people know that the entire area is renowned for the beauty of its extraordinary and unique landscapes. In the heart of the US Southwest, Sedona itself is a desert town and is located south of Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon.
I love that it is surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep-walled canyons, pristine rivers, and abundant pine forests. So if you love to be outdoors, there are few places that offer this much in the way of nature’s grandeur that’s easily accessible to vacationing baby boomers.
Let me share the tours that I’m jonesing to take! We’ll start with the Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure.
- Wondering Which Outdoor Sedona Tours For Seniors Are The Best?
- Outdoor Sedona Tours For Seniors
- 1. Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure
- 2. Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend tour
- 3. Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike With A Private Guide
- 4. Water Canyon Adventure
- 5. Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona
- 6. Private Old Bear Wallow Jeep Tour From Sedona
- 7. Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, And Sedona Story Tour
- 8. Guided Horseback Tour Only 30 Minutes From Sedona!
- 9. All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour
- What The Locals Say About Sedona
- No More Wondering About the Best Outdoor Sedona tours for Seniors!
Please check with the tour provider if you have any questions relating to exertion levels or mobility issues.
Outdoor Sedona Tours For Seniors
1. Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure
Book the Verde Canyon Railroad Tour today.
Rating: This tour has 4.5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, with more than 1000 positive reviews!
Why choose this tour? The Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure is one of the most popular because it simultaneously provides you access to the most extreme terrain and the most ease and amenities!
Everything is included when you buy this tour. Knowledgeable guides narrate this 4-hour 40-mile loop through the canyon. This vintage locomotive makes a loop through the Verde Canyon, an area of rugged terrain that’s very difficult to access on foot.
Your trip begins and ends at the Verde Canyon Train Depot (also home to the John Bell Train Museum) in Clarkdale Arizona, just outside Sedona.
The Vintage Train
The fully restored train is from 1953. For train aficionados, it’s an FP7 diesel locomotive and there are only 10 remaining in the world (only 2 left in North America). You can request to ride up front with the engineer; but only one person is allowed per day.
The Canyons
Arizona has more canyons than any other state in the US, and possibly the world. This amazing Sedona tour for active seniors is more than a scenic train ride. It’s a history trip through ancient indigenous tribal lands of the Sinagua people and the American Wild West.
What does the Verde Canyon Railroad Tour include?
🚂 Access to the John Bell Museum at the train depot
🚂 Train ride, with access to the open-air viewing car
🚂 Champagne toast
🚂 Appetizers
🚂 Bottled water
🚂 Restroom in each railcar
🚂 Wheelchair accessible
🚂 Service animals allowed
What Do Guests Have Said About The Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure?
“This excursion did NOT disappoint! We saw some of the most beautiful scenery of the Verde Canyon’s red rock while we enjoyed our train ride in comfort. The food, drinks and service were great with a friendly tour guide that offered interesting information and answered our questions. Everyone had access to an open-air car that allowed great photo shot opportunities. Last but not least, clean bathroom facilities were provided. This train ride is a must-do excursion!”
Patricia_B ( see more reviews)
More than enough reasons to have this on the top of my Sedona Bucketlist and number one on the list of outdoor tours for seniors visiting Sedona!
Cynthia’s Pro-tip: Request a seat up front with the Engineer. Only one person is allowed in this coveted seat per day.
🧾 I have the Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure tour on the top of the Sedona Bucklist Itinerary!
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
2. Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend tour
Book the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour.
Rating: This tour has 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ stars, with more than 400 positive reviews!
Why choose the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour? Sedona has nearly two million acres of national forest land and this tour will give you access to a breathtaking part of it. While you’re walking or hiking through rare slot canyons, towering red sandstone pinnacles, spires, and buttes, you’re never that far from your hotel or resort. Sedona is equal parts rugged and relaxed.
It’s A Full Day Tour
This is a full-day hike and starts at 6:30 a, and begins at Navajo Station, just outside of Sedona. the canyon is a 16-mile gorge and you’ll be well-taken care of by a knowledgeable Navajo guide.
Note: If you choose to hike on your own, without a tour, you will need a permit for Red Rock Country. Permits are included in your tour package.
What does the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour include?
🚶♀️ Pick up and drop off at your Sedona hotel
🚶♀️ Lunch
🚶♀️ Bottled water
🚶♀️ Experienced & knowledgeable Navajo guide
🚶♀️ It includes a drive through the Painted Desert and the Navajo Nation
🚶♀️ There’s a stop at the Glen Canyon Dam and Horseshoe Bend, an amazing photo opportunity.
What do guests have said about the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour?
“This trip was on my bucket list, so I glad that we were able to make this trip. The driver was very knowledgeable pointing out important landmarks and regional information along the way. The Navajo tour guide for the slot canyon was amazing. Super knowledgeable, helped everyone get the best pictures, and understand the history of the slot Canyon. It was a long day but truly worth it.”
Pete H. (see more reviews)
Slot canyons are carved through the sandstone by wind and water and are generally protected in some way as an environmental or conservation resource. They are fragile ecosystems.
Antelope Canyon is not part of the US National Parks System. Instead, it belongs to and is protected by, the Navajo People and is part of their Navajo Nation Parks and Recreation System.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: Sunscreen, sunglasses, a wide-brim hat, and sturdy shoes are absolutely essential!
🧾The narrow slot canyons are not to be missed! Book Take the Antelope Canyon Hike with your Navajo Guide.
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
3. Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike With A Private Guide
Cynthia’s Pro-Tip: Bring your camera and shoot like a movie director when experiencing the Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike with a private guide. Many old Westerns were filmed here.
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, 10 direct, positive reviews.
Why choose the Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike with a private guide? This hike trails the Oak Creek side of Cathedral Rock and is a showcase for Sedona’s renowned rock formations. This is one of the best hikes for a tranquil walk and photography.
Oasis & Overlooks
The trail is more easy than moderate and provides excellent examples of the vegetation on the “oasis” side of Cathedral Rock. It’s considered a riparian forest/trail due to the Arizona Maples, Sycamores, Wild Grapes, Box Elders, White Oaks, and Blackberries.
There are lots of great “overlooks”, and you get to walk along the shaded banks of Oak Creek and then the lower portion of Cathedral Rock with its spectacular rock formations in Red Rock Country.
What does the Sedona Creekside hike of Cathedral Rocks include?
Hiking Gear Provided:
🚶♂️ Osprey Hiking Backpack
🚶♂️ Headlamps
🚶♂️ Rain ponchos
🚶♂️ Trekking poles
🚶♂️ Snacks
🚶♂️ Bottled water or soda/pop
🚶♂️ Private transportation
🚶♂️ Red Rock Pass Parking fee
🚶♂️ Private hiking guide
Cold Weather Extras Provided:
🚶♂️ Beanies
🚶♂️ Gloves
🚶♂️ Neck Gaiters
🚶♂️ Micro Spikes
Warm Weather Extras Provided:
🚶♂️ 50UPH hoodies
🚶♂️ 30SPF sunscreen
🚶♂️ Cooling Spray
🚶♂️ Insect repellant
🚶♂️ Self-Guided Hike Planning; after the hike, the tour team can provide you with maps, free of charge, to plan your own hikes.
What do guests have said about the Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike with a private guide?
“Our tour guide Zach was amazing. He was knowledgeable about the area. He educated us about the terrain, the flora and the fauna. He respected our dietary needs. He served a lunch that was delicious. He made sure that we got out safely. And he was a great host to spend an afternoon with. Can’t say enough about Zack. Also it was a pleasure dealing with Jason. He answered every question we had and made sure that we had a tremendous experience.”
Trip reviewer (see more reviews)
Although the trail may be considered easy, sturdy hiking shoes or boots are recommended. The trails are well-marked, but not wheelchair accessible. Service animals are permitted. Enabling the GPS on your phone is always a good idea, it can help if you get lost.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: Bring your camera, and a charger, and shoot like a movie director. There were many old Westerns filmed here.
🧾Book the Sedona Creekside of Cathedral Rock Hike with a private guide!
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4. Water Canyon Adventure
Book early, the The Water Canyon Adventure is extremely popular!
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, 20 positive reviews.
Why choose the Water Canyon Adventure? This is one of those ultimate tours for seniors that the active amongst us love. Hiking, swimming, rock climbing, and rappelling. Throw in spectacular scenery, amazing wildlife, and a small group of like-minded people, and you’re in for a great day!
This is a full day, that starts at 7 a.m. at the pick-up point in Payson, just outside of Sedona. You’re driven across the Mogollon rim to the canyon. From the mouth of the canyon, you hike along the river toward a destination waterfall.
Be Aware of Your Fitness Level
The hike requires a solid level of fitness and sturdy shoes or boots that you won’t mind getting wet. This hike is equal parts hiking, water sliding, and climbing.
Once at the waterfall, you’ll rappel down and enjoy the pool at the base. You hike out a different way than you came in.
What does the Water Canyon Adventure include?
🚶♀️ Professional guide
🚶♀️ Pick-up and drop-off at the designated meeting place
🚶♀️ All the technical gear required for your adventure
🚶♀️ All the taxes, fees, and handling charges to be in this area
🚶♀️ You must bring your own lunch and environmentally friendly bottled water (no garbage please).
What do guests have said about the Water Canyon Adventure?
“Magical experience! Bryan and his beautiful children were our guides. They were all very knowledgeable, helpful and very attentive to our group. The scenery is beyond beautiful and the adventure was a thrill. Would give this tour 10 stars if I could.”
Mayra B. (see more reviews)
This isn’t for the faint of heart and requires a reasonable level of fitness. It’s not wheelchair accessible and there appears to be no provision for service animals.
Be prepared for a full day of hiking and adventure!
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: This is not for the faint of heart or the unfit. You don’t need to be an Ironman Winner to participate, but this can’t be your first exercise in years.
🧾Book the Water Canyon Adventure, and rappel down the gorge to the water! If I can do it, you can do it!
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
5. Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona
Book Guided Tour of Western Sedona now!
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, with over 1100 positive reviews.
Why choose the Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona? Because you get your money’s worth! This is a 3-hour ride and your guide is taking you out to an area with over 100 miles of trail. He or she can customize the trip.
You will no doubt recognize some of the scenery. The Western Sedona Outback has been the location for many movies and television shows…and not just old John Wayne Westerns. Movies like Transformers, The Last Knight, Westworld, The Furious Seven, and The Magnificant Seven remake.
You’ll see much of the Verde Valley and take trails up 800 feet to the top of Skeleton Bone Mountain, where the vistas are incomparable!
Love the Designated Driver Option
A guided jeep or ATV tour with a local expert is probably the best way to see a vista like this. Whether you want the physical exhilaration of driving off-road yourself on an all-terrain vehicle, or if you’re happy to hit the backcountry and let someone else take the wheel…there’s a tour for that!
Long pants and sturdy boots or shoes should be considered essential, no open-toed footwear. It’s dusty, so be prepared for some dirt. Consider bringing gloves and sunscreen.
It’s not recommended for pregnant women or anyone with heart problems or serious health conditions… It’s not wheelchair accessible, and there are no provisions for service animals.
What does the Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona include?
👨🦳 Local fees and taxes
👨🦳 Bottled water
👨🦳 Driving guide
👨🦳 Helmets & goggles
👨🦳 Consider bringing your own gloves and a bandana to cover your nose and mouth. It can be dusty.
👨🦳 Regular off-road enthusiasts may wish to consider bringing their own helmets.
What do guests have to say about the Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona?
“What an excellent adventure opportunity! Our guides were awesome and took us through some beautiful areas! A little dirt never hurt anyone 😉 Would highly recommend this excursion!!”
Carolyn M. (see more reviews)
You can choose between a morning or an afternoon ride. You also have the choice of a single or double quad (ATV). And like most vehicle rentals, a security deposit is required at check-in ($500).
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: If you’re an avid off-road rider, bring your own helmet and gloves.
📃 Book this Guided ATV Tour of Western Sedona it’s fabulous for nature lovers, off-road enthusiasts, and photographers!
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6. Private Old Bear Wallow Jeep Tour From Sedona
Book The Private Old Bear Wallow Jeep Tour from Sedona with a few close friends.
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, with over 150 positive reviews.
Why choose the Private Old Bear Wallow Jeep Tour from Sedona? My two reasons for choosing it are history and access. This tour takes you into a part of Red Rock Country that’s only accessible via 4×4. And you get to travel on trails that were originally built for the stagecoaches that connected Flagstaff and Sedona.
On your way to Bear Wallow Canyon, the coolest name of all the canyons, you see some of Sedona’s famous rock formations like Snoopy Rock, Cow Pie Rock, and Merry go around Rock. There’s also the Damfino Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, and the Mogollon Rim, which marks the edge of the Colorado Plateau in Arizona
Make sure you bring your photo ID, sunscreen, a hat, close-toed shoes, and your camera. This is a two-hour trip.
What does the Broken Arrow Jeep Tour in Sedona include?
👩🦳 Knowledgeable guide
👩🦳 All local taxes and fees
What do guests have to say about the Broken Arrow Jeep Tour in Sedona?
“Our guide Brian was amazing and knowledgeable regarding history and geographical facts. The views was amazing and even got to see a little wild life.”
Grace M. (see more reviews)
The best part is this is a private tour with an extremely knowledgeable guide through the backcountry that you couldn’t see any other way. Letting someone else do the driving lets you focus on the thrill and the views.
This trip is not wheelchair accessible, not recommended for people with back problems, and there is no provision for service animals.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: Pee before you hit the trail…it’s a bumpy ride😉
🧾 Book the Old Bear Wallow Jeep Tour from Sedona, and see the Wild West like travellers did via stagecoach!
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
7. Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, And Sedona Story Tour
Book the Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, and Sedona Story Tour early.
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, from 16 reviews. Don’t let the low number dissuade you, this is a brand-new tour from a very experienced and knowledgeable guide.
Why choose the Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, And Sedona Story Tour? This 2-hour tour through the heavens doesn’t disappoint. It is pure infotainment! It’s a fantastic mix of ancient (Babylonian/Greek/Roman) constellation stories, that also includes local indigenous star associations. And none of the UFO stuff that some other tours. This Sedona tour for seniors is not for Mulder and Sculley!
The Red Rock Country around Sedona is as spectacular at night as it is during the day. And they are committed to keeping it that way. Eco-tourism is key to the area, and so is preservation. The sky is as protected as the landscape.
Dark Sky Community
Sedona is one of only a handful of places to receive a Dark Sky Community Designation. There are only 20 in the entire world that make this kind of commitment to the reduction or elimination of light pollution.
“Sedona is a great destination for stargazing pretty much year-round – with one exception. In the late summer months between early July and late August, it’s known as monsoon season in Arizona. This season lives up to its name, as storm clouds build up and rain pours across the desert on an almost daily basis. During this time, there’s a lot more cloud cover than other times of the year, which can definitely interfere with your stargazing prospects.
Valerie from The Space Tourism Guide
As Valerie says, July and August are monsoon season, and best avoided, especially at night. Monsoons? In the desert? Seriously? Yes. If you want to read more from the experts, check out Arizona State University’s website for the School of Geographical Studies and Urban Planning.
What do the Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, and Sedona Story Tours include?
🌟 Chairs
🌟 Blankets
🌟 Laser pointer
🌟 Constellation image big screen
🌟 Geoposter worth a thousand words
🌟 Planetary size model
What do people have to say about the Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, and Sedona Story Tour?
“This experience was so much fun! We learned a lot, laughed a bit, someone sang a little, and then we stared at the night sky while we got to contemplate our place in the universe and hear from ancient cultures. Chad was knowledgeable and funny and we just really enjoyed it! We kept talking throughout the whole next day about everything that was built into the experience. Amazing! Dress warm, the desert gets cold at night. Who knew?”
Casey P. (read more reviews)
Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage and snacks, this is better than the movies. Remember to bring reusable containers or be prepared to pack out your own garbage. Please leave a zero footprint.
This tour is wheelchair accessible, has no limitations on service animals, and public transportation is available.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: Dress warm, the desert is cool at night!
📃 The Night Sky, Galaxy and Star Story, and Sedona Story Tour is definitely a mouthful, but it’s an exquisite and fascinating evening!
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
8. Guided Horseback Tour Only 30 Minutes From Sedona!
Nature lovers should book this tour today, The Guided Horseback Tour is Only 30 Minutes From Sedona!
Rating: 5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, 15 reviews, and all are stellar.
Why choose the Guided Horseback Tour Only 30 Minutes From Sedona? This one-hour horseback tour makes my top nine list because it epitomizes all Sedona has to offer. The horseback ride gives you the wild west feel, the mountains and the river crossings let you experience eco-tourism at its finest, seeing the ancient native ruins lets you get a feel for its past, and while riding through the Alcantara Vineyard, you’ll get a feel for its future.
Horseback is a peaceful and far less invasive way to take in exceptional surroundings.
What does the Guided Horseback Tour Only 30 Minutes from Sedona include?
👩🦳 horse
👩🦳 tack
👩🦳 saddle
👩🦳 helmet
Sturdy shoes and pants are recommended for this tour. There is a horse for every ability, even greenhorns! You should bring a reusable style water bottle.
Horse Sense
Saddles are Western, not English, which means there’s a saddle horn. These horses are used to being ridden. But if you’re a complete newbie, here are 26 Horse Safety Tips for Beginners.
Those with mobility issues or health concerns should check with the guide first, and there are no provisions for service animals.
What do guests have to say about The Guided Horseback Tour Only 30 Minutes From Sedona?
“I booked this last minute and was so glad I did. I took a 3:30pm tour and god was it beautiful. Tomas was my guide and I was the only one on the tour. It was my first time riding and he made everything very simple. We rode through different terrains, through a river, through a winery and the views we’re breathtaking. I’m so glad I chose this specific tour because the other horseback rides do not have the same scenery. Thank you Tomas!”
Cindy S. (see more reviews)
Just an FYI, if you’re going for the horses, but staying after for the wine, the Alcantara Vineyard has close to 20,000 vines, with 17 different varietal grapes. Enjoy a perfectly chilled glass of wine on their serene property alongside the Verde River. They’re well known for having bald eagles flying overhead.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: Dress for the occasion, with jeans or long pants, sunscreen, and sturdy boots or shoes.
📃 Close to the horses, but not the stables! I grew up on a farm, and that was the rule. This Guided Horseback Tour is Only 30 Minutes From Sedona! Put it on your list.
9 Best Sedona Tours for Seniors
9. All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour
Book this tour with three tasting rooms, The All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour
Rating: 4.5 out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, with over 80 positive reviews.
Why choose the All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour? Should I have listed this Sedona tour for seniors first? This tour includes three different wineries, Page Springs, Oakcreek Vineyard and Winery, and the Alcantara Vineyard and Winery. All are gorgeous!
Each vineyard has a tasting room, and the tour offers 5-6 tastings at each. The number of varietals that grow here will amaze you. Zinfandel was one of the first to be grown.
What does the All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour include:
🍷 Transportation
🍷 Lunch
🍷 Snacks
🍷 Bottled water
🍷 5-6 Tastings per vineyard
🍷 Souvenir wine glass
What do the guests say about the All-Inclusive Sedona Join in Wine Tour?
“The wine tour was a great experience. The staff at each of the wineries were welcoming, knowledgeable and provided exceptional service.”
Peter H. (read more reviews)
These wineries aren’t wheelchair accessible, but service animals are welcome.
The Wineries
Page Springs Cellars are producers of small-batch wines and have been in business since 2004. Like many vintners, they are genuinely connected to the land and believe in providing both academic and hands-on experiences for their customers.
Oakcreek Vineyard and Winery are a family affair. Established in 2002, they have a friendly, down-to-earth vibe, and their amazing wines are best enjoyed out on their patio with friends.
Alcantara Vineyard and Winery owners knew in 2004 how closely the climate and the limestone structure in Sedona resembled the best wine regions in France and Italy. They may be native to the state of Arizona, but their palate and their wines feel international.
Cynthia’s Pro Tip: This wine tour comes with a designated driver! Take full advantage of that!
📃 The All-Inclusive Sedona Join In Wine Tour is #9 on this list because I saved the best for last!
People love this part of the US Southwest because it has a mild, dry climate. After all, Sedona is in the desert and therefore lacks much of the vegetation that causes respiratory problems (asthma) and allergies. It’s a hypoallergenic state! And the lack of humidity makes 100 degrees bearable.
The state of Arizona is well-established in its history of attracting retirees, and accessibility concerns have been thoroughly addressed. As an example, the trails and walking areas have been thoroughly marked. They are well-marked, and most are labelled for difficulty…like ski hills are. And transportation opportunities are abundant for getting into the backcountry canyons.
Yes. You can hike the trails in Sedona and the surrounding National Forests on your own. There are several excellent hiking apps to keep you headed in the right direction. Along with good old-fashioned maps and well-marked trailheads.
Above all, crime is very low in this area, so you’re safe in those regards according to the locals. National Parks do have rangers to patrol certain areas as well.
Take Some Precautions
If you’re heading out to remote areas alone in Sedona, you need to use the same precautions you would in any other remote area. Another key point in preparing for the weather is carrying a few small provisions and making sure someone knows where you’re going and when you’re expected to return.
If you’re totally alone, you may wish to consider downloading the On-Star Guardian App to your cellphone in case you need to call for emergency help. You know, in case of…”I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!”
Obviously, some months are better than others, and of course, it depends on why you’re going.
The months of March through May are considered “the best” months to visit. Springtime in the desert is when nature is blooming and at its best. The temperatures, ranging between the mid-60s to the low 80s, make for the best walking, hiking, or cycling.
This is high season, so you must be prepared for more people (lots of Snowbirds) and higher room rates. This time of year you can expect limited availability, so consider making reservations at least a month (or more) in advance.
And FYI. There are two big festivals in Sedona in March. The Yoga Festival, and the Mountain Bike Festival.
Is one day in Sedona enough? That depends. If you’re going for one specific tour, like the Verde
Canyon Railroad Adventure or the winery thing; then yes, one day is perfect.
But let’s not forget, that people have been retiring to Arizona for years, 36% of the population is over 50 years of age. So people here have found plenty of reasons to stay longer than just the weather.
One day is not nearly enough if you’re planning on taking several senior tours or wanting to explore on your own.
Indoor Activities
If you’re planning on taking any of the wellness classes, like yoga, or check out the retreats, then you’ll want to stay a few days. There’s a huge spiritual and supernatural community here. So you could get a Tarot Card reading and let those tell you how long to stay.
Finally, Sedona makes a great “hub” for you to visit some of the other famous Arizona destinations. There’s a seventh wonder of the world about an hour north called the Grand Canyon that might be worth a peek!
How many days should you spend at the Grand Canyon? If you just want to see it, then one day is enough. But if you want to “experience it”, then the State of Arizona itself recommends three days.
Personally, a week works for me. That lets me see both, although Sedona is my preferred base of operations. A week gets me to both canyons, out onto the Red Rock hiking trails, and still leaves me time to recuperate in a community with a thriving art and wellness center.
This is a very common question. If you’re looking for outdoor tours for seniors, Sedona is the place to stay. It’s small, picturesque, and built around outdoor eco-tourism.
Flagstaff is lovely, but it has a more urban residential vibe. It’s a beautiful community to raise a family.
What The Locals Say About Sedona
My good friend, and author, Carlyn Bushman has lived in Arizona since 1987, and she has this to say about Sedona:
“Walking, both urban and red rock, in Sedona is a gorgeous getaway to stimulate the mind and body. Shopping areas are unique and offer artistic venues – so easy to walk around and feel that luxury of a very special place. Choose the quiet of red rock hiking at a level of difficulty you can enjoy – and move at your own pace to accomplish taking in the healthy outdoors!! Restaurant choices fit any menu and expense you wish to enjoy. Leave home to visit a natural splendor that is a true gift of vision!”
No More Wondering About the Best Outdoor Sedona Tours for Seniors!
And there’s a unique outdoor tour opportunity for virtually anything you may want to do. Sedona ticks all the boxes for most retired baby boomers – weather, adventure, history, culture, and physical activity.
Don’t delay in planning your Sedona trip and use the list of the 9 Best Outdoor Sedona Tours for Seniors to build your itinerary.
Cheers,
Cynthia
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All photos courtesy of iStock.
Cynthia Ross Tustin retired early to pursue her passion for writing. Turns out, she's equally passionate about retirement! This author has spent 1000s of hours researching all the best that retirement has to offer. What you'll find here is a well-curated resource of amazing places to go and fun things to do as your retirement approaches. Not retired, no problem! There's plenty here for all of us that are "of a certain vintage"!