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Mount Lemmon Driving Tour with Audio Guide

Classic Car Tours
Digital
2 hours
  • Discover Arizona’s sky islands and find out how they formed
  • Hear true tales of desert wanderers and mysteries of the mountain
  • Cruise from cacti-dotted deserts to lush old-growth forests in a single drive
  • Take in sweeping views of Tucson and the mountains beyond
  • Visit charming small towns with local artisan shops and eateries

Options

Private self-guided driving tour

Inclusions

  • Audio guide

  • Digital audio guide (phone download)

  • Stories play automatically by GPS

  • Offline map

  • One-year validity

Exclusions

  • Admission to Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway/Mount Lemmon

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

  • Transport

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Additional Info

  • Free for children aged 1-5

  • Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Water bottle

  • Charger or Powerbank

  • Your own vehicle

  • This activity is not wheelchair-accessible

From₱846.06Per Person

What's included in Mount Lemmon Driving Tour with Audio Guide

(Subject to Option Inclusions)
  • [Departure] 09:00, meet up at 9070 E Catalina Hwy, Tucson, AZ 85749, USA. After booking the tour, Check your email with the subject line “Your tour operator sent you a message". For the best experience, we advise doing this while you have a strong internet connection..Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Mount Lemmon, One of the fascinating features about this highway is how the climate changes as you drive. From start to finish, it’ll feel like you've driven vertically across the entire US, from south to north
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Soldier Trail Trailhead, Soldier Trail is up ahead. This challenging 5-mile out-and-back hike features Saguaro, prickly pears, and a 2,000-foot elevation gain
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Babad Do'ag Scenic Overlook, Babad Do’ag Scenic Overlook is coming up soon. This vista overlooks the entire city of Tucson and the mountains beyond. The Babad Do’ag trail also begins here
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Molino Canyon Vista, Molino Canyon is one of many boulder-filled canyons in the Catalina Mountains. At this elevation of about 4,000 feet, the mountain’s ecosystem is starting to change
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Molino Basin Trailhead, This easy 5-mile out-and-back trail is relatively flat, which makes it a great place to break out the mountain bike if you’ve got one. It’s also an excellent path for trail runners
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Bug Spring Trailhead, The route starts in the desert terrain of the Catalina foothills, switchbacks up to a secluded pine forest with creek crossings, and ends in the Bear Canyon Picnic Area
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Thimble Peak Vista, Speaking of birds, get a bird's-eye view of the canyon up ahead at Thimble Peak Vista! This overlook offers a clear view of Thimble Peak
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Seven Cataracts, The Seven Cataracts are a series of waterfalls that pour from the Willow Canyon stream. From top to bottom, the entire complex is about 1,000 feet high! It’s not a straight drop, though
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Middle Bear Pullout, You're about to pass one of the highway's best picnic spots! The Middle Bear picnic area sits alongside Bear Canyon, comfortably sheltered by Ponderosa pines
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Manzanita Vista, Manzanita Vista is up ahead, offering views of a lush manzanita grove. You can identify manzanita by its smooth, bright red bark and gnarled branches
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Windy Point Vista, The view at Windy Point is unbeatable. You can see all the way from the desert at the base of the mountain to the subalpine summit
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Geology Vista Point, Geology Point Vista is ahead, offering views of hoodoos. A hoodoo is a tall, thin spire of rock like a naturally occurring skyscraper. Hoodoos only develop in dry, hot climates
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Duck Head Rock, This is one of Mount Lemmon’s most beloved landmarks, and you can probably guess why. This rock formation is shaped like a duck’s head with a long bill
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Hoodoo Vista, Up ahead is Hoodoo Vista, another overlook featuring unique geological formations. For a look at these fascinating hoodoos, park in the turnout just ahead
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Rose Canyon Lake, You probably don’t usually associate “Arizona” with “fishing.” Rose Canyon Lake is here to change your mind
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, San Pedro Vista, San Pedro Vista is up ahead. This overlook boasts gorgeous views of the San Pedro Valley down below
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Palisades Visitor Center, Need a restroom break? Turn left onto East Organization Ridge Road to visit the Palisades Visitor Center. Otherwise, continue straight
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Aspen Vista, Aspen Vista Point is up ahead at a height of nearly 8,000 feet! On a clear day, you can see 50 miles away! The ridge rising from the horizon is another sky island chain called Galiuro Mountain
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Mt Lemmon Ski Valley, Mount Lemmon Ski Valley is up ahead. Where you have an alpine mountain top, a ski resort can’t be far behind! Mount Lemmon Ski Valley is here for all your winter sporting needs
  • [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Self-guided, Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter Observatory, The Sky Center did not start out as an observatory. The government established a radar station at this location in 1956, during the height of Cold War paranoia
  • [Return] 13:00, at 9800 E Ski Run Rd, Mt Lemmon, AZ 85619, USA, This tour ends beside Mt. Lemmon Sky Center Observatory
Mount Lemmon Driving Tour with Audio Guide
Mount Lemmon Driving Tour with Audio Guide
Explore winding mountain roads with breathtaking views on your Mt. Lemmon journey
Explore winding mountain roads with breathtaking views on your Mt. Lemmon journey
Drive through scenic vistas, discovering the natural beauty of Mt. Lemmon’s landscapes
Drive through scenic vistas, discovering the natural beauty of Mt. Lemmon’s landscapes
Experience the magic of Mount Lemmon with every twist and turn
Experience the magic of Mount Lemmon with every twist and turn
Discover picturesque overlooks and forested trails while driving through Mount Lemmon
Discover picturesque overlooks and forested trails while driving through Mount Lemmon
Journey through diverse landscapes, spotting wildlife and vibrant foliage on Mount Lemmon
Journey through diverse landscapes, spotting wildlife and vibrant foliage on Mount Lemmon
Drive through varying climates, from desert to forest on Mt. Lemmon
Drive through varying climates, from desert to forest on Mt. Lemmon
Experience diverse ecosystems and stunning views as you ascend Mt. Lemmon’s heights
Experience diverse ecosystems and stunning views as you ascend Mt. Lemmon’s heights
Elevate your senses with stunning views and fresh air on Mount Lemmon
Elevate your senses with stunning views and fresh air on Mount Lemmon
Enjoy a peaceful drive with majestic vistas and crisp mountain air
Enjoy a peaceful drive with majestic vistas and crisp mountain air
Immerse yourself in the ever-changing scenery of Mt. Lemmon’s scenic drive
Immerse yourself in the ever-changing scenery of Mt. Lemmon’s scenic drive
Wind through alpine forests and experience Mount Lemmon’s breathtaking natural diversity
Wind through alpine forests and experience Mount Lemmon’s breathtaking natural diversity
Explore the beauty of Mt. Lemmon’s trails and overlooks from your vehicle
Explore the beauty of Mt. Lemmon’s trails and overlooks from your vehicle
Discover tranquil spots and scenic overlooks while exploring Mount Lemmon’s winding roads
Discover tranquil spots and scenic overlooks while exploring Mount Lemmon’s winding roads

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Explore the stunning landscapes of Arizona with the Mt. Lemmon Driving Tour, a self-guided journey that takes you from the desert floor to the cool, pine-covered summit of Mt. Lemmon. As you ascend, experience the dramatic changes in climate, vegetation, and wildlife, all from the comfort of your own vehicle. This tour is perfect for those who want to set their own pace while learning about the area’s rich natural history and geology through engaging audio commentary.

Discover scenic overlooks, hidden trails, and historic sites along the way, with plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the breathtaking views. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, nature lover, or curious traveler, this tour offers an unforgettable drive through Arizona’s diverse ecosystems.

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  • Catalina Hwy 9070 E Catalina Hwy Tucson AZ 85749 USA
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Valid Period

The voucher is valid for 365 day(s) from the booking confirmation date. It expires at 23:59 on the last day