3-Day Itinerary: Explore the Red Rock Wonderland!

― Arizona’s magical red rocks, healing and breathtaking! 🏜️❤️ DAY 1 | First Encounter with Red Rocks & Epic Sunset 🚗 Phoenix → Sedona | ≈2-hour drive 🔖 Road Trip Gem: Stop by Arcosanti on the way! 📍 Chapel of the Holy Cross ✝️ A stunning church built into the red rocks! 🕔 Closes at 5 PM 📍 Cathedral Rock 🌄 | Sunset Must-See 10-min drive from the church 🥾 Hike: ≈1.5 hours round trip 📸 Pro Tip: Start hiking 1 hour before sunset for golden hour views! DAY 2 | Hiking + Charming Town Vibes 📍 Devil’s Bridge 🌉 | Iconic Stone Arch 🚘 Parking: Mescal or Dry Creek lot 🥾 Hike: ≈2.5 hours round trip 📷 Photo Tip: Be prepared to queue for photos during peak season! 📍 Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village 🎨 | Spanish-Style Art Village Super photogenic architecture — every corner is Instagram-worthy! 🛍️ Highlights: Handicrafts, galleries, cafés 📍 Sedona Airport Overlook ✈️ | Panoramic Sunset Views 🅿️ Parking: $3 🌅 Sunset: Absolutely stunning on clear days! DAY 3 | Hidden Gems & Farewell 📍 Subway Cave 🛖 | Secret Cave Adventure 🚘 Parking: Boynton Canyon Trailhead 🥾 Hike: ≈3 hours round trip 🗺️ Route Tip: Around 40 mins in, watch for an unmarked right turn — use offline maps! 📍 Town Exploration + Return 🛍️ 🚗 Head back to Phoenix in the afternoon — perfect end to the trip! Travel Tips 🩴 Gear: Hiking shoes + sunscreen + large water bottle 🧴 📲 Connectivity: Poor signal in mountains — download offline maps! 🌡️ Best Seasons: Spring/Fall for comfort; summer is hot; winter may bring snow ❄️ Sedona’s red rocks, canyons, and sunsets feel like scenes from a movie! 🎬 ✨ Save this guide for your next adventure! #PhoenixTravelGuide #SedonaHiking #SedonaFood #WestUSATravel #ArizonaTravel #USRoadTrip