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Arches National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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Moab, USA
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On average, this is booked 11 (1.39) days in advance.

2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

Discover the stunning formations and harsh beauty of Utah’s desert with this Arches National Park self-guided driving tour. Learn about iconic formations like Balanced Rock as you drive past, visit famous arches like Delicate Arch, and hike the trails that showcase what makes this place so special! This self-guided tour allows you to explore Arches with maximum flexibility and value. As a bonus, this package also includes a tour through Delicate Arch Trail!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Arches Entrance Road
Utah 84532, USA

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End point

Arches National Park
Devils Garden Road, Moab, UT 84532, USA

What To Expect

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Arches Visitor Center

Our adventure into the astounding Arches begins just before the park's entrance and visitor center. We're about to see stunning natural monuments, unlikely rock formations, and alien, ancient landscapes.Note: The tour is over 50+ miles long per tour, with more than 40+ audio stories per tour, and takes about 2-3 hours per tour to complete.New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arches National Park (pass by)

Arches National Park spans 76,000 acres, showcasing over 2,000 natural stone arches, including the longest one in the U.S., Landscape Arch. With 1.7 million annual visitors, it's a must-see destination. Explore it with a self-guided driving audio tour for an immersive experience.
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Three Penguins

As soon as we begin our scenic drive through Arches, we'll see our first formation: the Three Penguins. The ancient Ute and Paiute peoples who once called these lands home didn't see penguins though- they saw ancient spirits watching over the land. As we drive, we leave about the formations and their significance to the tribes.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

moab fault overlook

Moab’s Fault is a six million-year-old crack in the earth’s crust. As we continue driving, we'll see this fault and learn about the geologic pressures that have formed the landscape of Arches.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Sal Mountains Viewpoint

The La Sal Mountains are the second-highest mountain range in Utah. Their highest peak, which you can see toward the center of the range, is almost 13,000 feet tall. We'll pause our drive through Arches to admire the mountains and learn about the Spanish settlers who pushed out the Ute and Paiute tribes.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Three Gossips

As we continue driving through Arches, we'll pass the iconic Three Gossips formation.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Courthouse Towers Viewpoint And Trailhead (pass by)

This brings us to another vista point, where we'll see the Organ, Courthouse, Sheep Rock, and more.
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Petrified Dunes Viewpoint (pass by)

We'll also pass the Petrified Dunes and Great Wall. As we drive, we'll learn more about the Ute and Paiute mythologies of this harsh and alien landscape.
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The Great Wall

This is a big wall that is off to the left just past the Courthouse Wash Bridge. ... trail/wash that heads NW towards big blocks leaning against the wall.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Balanced Rock Trail (pass by)

Balance Rock is one of the park’s most iconic attractions, and for good reason. It looks like a huge boulder balanced precariously on a thin spindle.... and held together by concrete? Nope - it's all natural, and it's all one single rock.
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Garden of Eden

The Garden of Eden is located in Arches National Park near Moab, Utah. With no designated trails it is more of an open hiking area where visitors can explore its various fins and geological structures including Serpentine Arch and Owl Rock.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Windows Road

The Windows Trail begins at the end of The Windows Road in Arches National Park.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Double Arch (pass by)

You've probably already seen Double Arch - from Indiana Jones! Explore this unusual formation as you relive some iconic movie moments
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Cove of Caves

The Cove of Caves is a backcountry trail located in the Arches National Monument near Moab, Utah.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Panorama Point

We'll pass Panorama Point — keep this in mind if you plan to return at dark for stargazing. Since there’s very little light pollution obscuring the night sky here, you’ll see an astonishing number of stars once the sun sets. Depending on the time of year, you may even get to see the entire Milky Way! As we continue our drive, we'll learn about how to stargaze like the Paiute.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wolfe Ranch (pass by)

The Wolfe Ranch, also known as Turnbow Cabin, is located in Arches National Park near Moab, Utah, United States. John Wesley Wolfe settled in the location in 1898 with his oldest son Fred. A nagging leg injury from the Civil War prompted Wolf to move west from Ohio, looking for a drier climate.
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Salt Valley Road (pass by)

This is one of the park’s quieter attractions. Like Cache Valley, Salt Valley was formed by the collapse of many sandstone domes. The broken pieces of rock littering the ground are leftovers from that collapse.
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Sand Dune Arch (pass by)

As we drive, exploring more arches, we'll learn more about the Paiute myths behind them, the Spanish and Mormon settlers who tried to survive in this land, and the people who were able to preserve this stunning landscape as a national park.
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Skyline Arch (pass by)

Visit Skyline Arch ... A short, out-and-back hike on well-defined trail leads to an arch in a high wall.
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Devil's Garden Trailhead (pass by)

Landscape Arch – This easy segment of the Devils Garden trail (1.9 mi/3.1 km roundtrip) is relatively flat with hard packed surfaces to walk on.
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Delicate Arch

Witness the grandeur of Delicate Arch, nature's timeless sculpture. Capture the essence of awe in a single journey through Utah's iconic landscapes.This package also includes a bonus tour through Delicate Arch Trail!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Arches National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Advanced timed-entry reservations are not required in 2026. However, a valid entrance pass is required. Separate reservations are still required for Devils Garden Campground and Fiery Furnace hikes.
  • Trailhead parking lots may fill before 8:00 AM during busy periods. The park may temporarily restrict access for approximately three to five hours until congestion decreases. Consider arriving before 8:00 AM or after 3:00 PM.
  • Bring headphones or earbuds for the best walking-tour experience.
  • Arches National Park is normally open year-round, 24 hours a day. The listed seasonal times apply to the visitor center—not the park—and may change, so check current visitor-center hours before your visit.
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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