Raw Chocolate and Red Rocks: Sedona's Private Chocolate & Ruins Tour

Combine Sedona's red-rock viewpoints with private tastings at three raw-chocolate shops for a sensory, educational seven-hour tour. Sample handcrafted, low-glycemic chocolates while learning about local geology, ancient Indian ruins, and Navajo and Hopi artisans.

Sedona, Arizona•

7 hours

•By Adventure Collective•October 2025

The Experience

Sedona's red-rock alleys meet handcrafted confections on the Scenic Sedona, Ancient Indian Ruins, & Raw Chocolate Frenzy, a private 7-hour vehicle tour based in Sedona, AZ. This trip threads geological theater—towering sandstone fins, exposed strata, and Oak Creek Canyon—together with three stops at Sedona's artisanal raw-chocolate makers where you'll sample 11 pieces chosen for their organic, low-glycemic ingredients. The experience echoes the town's two strong currents: dramatic high-desert scenery and a local food craft movement that treats cacao like a superfood. Your guide explains why the rocks are red (iron-oxide staining on the sandstone), points out ancient Indian ruins and living Navajo and Hopi craftspeople, and can tailor the route to include energy centers such as the Amitabha Stupa, Medicine Wheel, or the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Unlike factory candy, the chocolatiers featured here keep cacao below 108°F, use natural sweeteners like honey and coconut sugar, and blend adaptogens — maca, chaga, reishi — and local botanicals into dense, dark bars that advertise antioxidants and lower glycemic impact. That intersection of place and palate is what makes this outing unusual: geological education and light walking are punctuated by mindful tasting and conversations with makers who handcraft each batch. Practical perks include complimentary digital photos, a private vehicle for your group, and the option to add lunch, dinner, or an in-room massage after the tour. Children 15 and under ride free; adult tickets include the tastings. Expect short, mostly level walks at viewpoints and chocolatiers rather than long hikes — the day is built for curiosity more than endurance. Wildlife sightings are possible; keep an eye out for javelina, mule deer, and red-tailed hawks thermaling overhead. The trip is a strong choice for couples, foodies, and anyone looking for a gentle, sensory way to explore Sedona beyond the trailheads. Meeting point: Sedona, AZ. Operator information: Not provided. Practical notes: bring sun protection, a refillable water bottle, and comfortable shoes for brief walks. Bookers should flag dietary restrictions in advance — many chocolatiers accommodate gluten-free and dairy-free preferences. Stops include ChocolaTree Eatery, Synergy Sedona, or Living Chocolate — each shop approaches raw cacao differently, from single-origin bars to cacao blended with local mushrooms and desert herbs. Guides commonly combine tastings with short visits to Petroglyph sites and overlook benches where local artisans sell handmade Navajo and Hopi jewelry and pottery. Reservations are recommended, especially during holiday weekends and spring break; tours run rain or shine but severe weather may alter the route. The private format makes it easy to ask questions, adjust pacing for families, or pause for a longer photoshoot at a red-rock vista.

Raw Chocolate and Red Rocks: Sedona's Private Chocolate & Ruins Tour

The Experience

Before You Go

Hydration is essential

Sun protection

Pace your tastings

Respect cultural sites

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

Wildlife

Conservation Note

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What to Bring

Refillable water bottleEssential

Sun hat and sunscreenEssential

Comfortable walking shoesEssential

Camera or smartphone

Common Questions

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