Hey there! I’m a 26-year-old gal from NYC, and guess what? I’m diving headfirst into planning my very first solo trip to Arizona! It’s a bit of a whirlwind since I just discovered I’ve got a 10-day window free next month. So, late February it is, and here’s a rundown of my current itinerary:
On Day 1, I’ll be touching down at PHX airport, then heading off to soak in the beauty at Desert Botanical Garden in the late afternoon. If I’ve still got some time to kill, I might mosey on over to Roosevelt Row before calling it an early night.
The adventure continues on Day 2 with an epic sunrise hot air balloon ride with Rainbow Ryders. After that, I’ll be making my way to Sedona, where I plan to explore Thlaquepaque and catch a dreamy sunset at Airport Mesa.
Day 3 might see me checking out the Sedona Wolf Sanctuary, though I’m not entirely sure if it’s worth it or if time will allow. Then, it’s off to Cathedral Rock, possibly followed by a jaunt along the Baldwin Trail. I’ll round off the day with a stroll through downtown Sedona before settling down for the night in Sedona or Cottonwood.
Bright and early on Day 4, I’ll be tackling Devil’s Bridge for some soul-stirring views and maybe stopping by the Birthing Cave. The rest of the day is earmarked for unwinding and taking it easy.
Day 5 is all about hitting the road to the Grand Canyon’s South Rim. I’ll be ambling along the Rim Trail, soaking in breathtaking viewpoints, and catching a mesmerizing sunset.
Day 6 will find me heading to Page, where I hope to kayak at Lake Powell if the weather plays nice. An early night is in the cards as I settle down for the night in Page.
Come Day 7, I’ll be embarking on a morning tour of Lower Antelope Canyon, followed by a visit to the iconic Horseshoe Bend, before tucking in for the night in Page.
After a scenic drive back to Sedona on Day 8, I’ll be wrapping up any unfinished business and enjoying some downtime in Jerome or Cottonwood.
Day 9 signals my return journey to Phoenix, with a pit stop in Scottsdale for some exploration before settling in for the night in PHX. I’m still debating whether to