Let's be real – sometimes you want to see all the sights without hiking in 90-degree heat
or bumping up and down in a jeep tour. Enter the Red Rock Magic Trolly, my new
favorite way to be lazy and cultured at the same time. After days of hikes, jeep tours,
and other great adventures, I decided to relax and hop on this charming little open-air
trolley. It's also a great option for young and old who might have mobility issues or young
kids they need to wrangle.
Our adventure started in uptown Sedona, where we met our guide – part comedian, part
historian, and full-time champion at spotting wildlife while driving. The minute he started
talking about the "three H's of Sedona"; (History, Hiking, and Hollywood), I knew we
were in for a good time.
The trolley itself is this adorable mix of old-school charm and modern comfort. Think
Victorian-style exterior meets actually-comfortable seats (praise be). And the open
sides? Perfect for both photography and catching that famous Arizona breeze.
We cruised along residential areas I didn't even know existed, where our driver pointed
out houses owned by celebrities (apparently... Sedona is quite the Hollywood hideaway –
who knew?). But the real stars of the show were the rock formations: Boyton Canyon,
Capital Butte, Chimney Rock, – our driver knew them all by name and had a story for
each one.
The tour made a strategic rest stop for the bathroom and pictures. Bonus, our guide
knew exactly where to stand for the perfect photo op. No Instagram husband required.
What you need to know:
The Boyton Trolly Tour runs about 60 minutes
There’s a second tour, Sedona High Points Tour (2 hours) Two different routes (do both
if you can)
Bring water (it's still Arizona, even if you're sitting down)
Sit on the right side for the best views (you're welcome)
The unexpected highlight? All the local gossip. Want to know which celebrity tried to buy
an entire mountain? Or why that one house is painted bright purple? Or where to find
the best tamales in town? The trolley drivers know all, and they're not afraid to spill the
tea (as long as you promise not to tell who told you).
Sure, you could rent a car and drive around yourself. But then you'd miss out on all the
stories, probably get lost three times, and definitely, waste an hour looking for parking.
Plus, there's something delightfully retro about touring in a trolley. It's like stepping back
in time, if the past had air conditioning and comfy seats.
By the end of the tour, I had about 200 photos, a list of restaurants to try (courtesy of
our driver’s local knowledge), and zero blisters – a vast improvement over my hiking
adventures. Bottom line? If you want to see Sedona's highlights without wearing out
your hiking boots, the trolley tour is your jam.
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