Sedona Travel Guide
USA

Sedona 3-Day Itinerary

The perfect long weekend in Sedona. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $90 to $510 per day.

Trip Overview

Duration
3 Days
Best Time
March to May, October to November
Budget Cost
$270
Mid-Range
$615
1
Day 1
Cathedral Rock sunset hike

Cathedral Rock sunset hike, Tlaquepaque arts village, uptown Sedona dinner

Estimated cost: $205 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Jeep backcountry tour

Jeep backcountry tour, Devils Bridge arch hike, Boynton Canyon vortex walk

Estimated cost: $205 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Bell Rock hike

Bell Rock hike, Oak Creek Canyon scenic drive to Slide Rock State Park swim

Estimated cost: $205 (mid-range)

Total 3-Day Cost Estimate

Budget
$270
$90/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$615
$205/day x 3 days
Luxury
$1530
$510/day x 3 days

Insider Tips

  • Hike Cathedral Rock (2 miles RT) in late afternoon for golden-hour light — parking fills fast, arrive early
  • Jeep tours are worth it for access to backcountry trails that require 4WD to reach
  • Airport Mesa vortex has easy parking and a short hike to panoramic views — less crowded than Bell Rock
  • Tlaquepaque Arts Village is worth an hour for quality Southwestern art and architecture
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