Departure Point

• Start at (4960 W Ajo Hwy) or join anywhere along the tour route. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour" and follow the instructions to download now over Wi-Fi/cell service. Then, preview the start location/s and tour route in the app.

Return Details

• Start at (4960 W Ajo Hwy) or join anywhere along the tour route. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour" and follow the instructions to download now over Wi-Fi/cell service. Then, preview the start location/s and tour route in the app.

Duration
2 hours - 3 hours

Languages Available

• Audio guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Saguaro National Park
Tucson, Arizona
Spanning two districts, this park is home to towering Saguaro cacti and diverse desert ecosystems. It's a sanctuary for desert flora and fauna, providing scenic drives, hiking trails, and viewpoints that showcase Arizona's Sonoran Desert landscapes.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Gates Pass Trail
Gates Pass Trail, AZ
Originally a movie set, Old Tucson offers visitors a glimpse into the Old West. With replica buildings, live shows, and vintage Western film sets, it immerses you in the spirit of classic cowboy cinema.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Brown Mountain Trailhead
8420 West McCain Loop, Tucson, AZ 85735
A breathtaking spot for sunsets, Gates Pass provides panoramic views of Tucson's rugged desert terrain and the surrounding mountains. It’s a popular site for photography, hiking, and appreciating the sweeping desert landscape.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 North Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ 85743
This trail offers hikers scenic views of the surrounding mountains and the desert landscape. Gates Pass Trail is relatively short but offers access to the area’s unique rock formations and desert flora.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: King Canyon Trail
Saguaro West District, Tucson, Arizona
This trail offers a moderate hike with stunning views of the desert landscape and surrounding mountains. Hikers can enjoy vistas of saguaros, cholla, and ocotillo while experiencing the area’s natural beauty.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Hugh Norris Trail
Bajada Loop Dr, Saguaro National Park West, Tucson, Arizona
This museum is a unique blend of zoo, botanical garden, and natural history museum, offering exhibits on the plants and animals native to the Sonoran Desert. It's an immersive learning experience in Arizona's natural wonders.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Signal Hill Trail
, Saguaro West, Tucson, Arizona
A popular trail leading hikers through beautiful desert scenery and offering access to Signal Hill, known for ancient petroglyphs. This trail provides a moderate challenge and rewards visitors with sweeping desert views.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Rincon Mountain Visitor Center
3693 S. Old Spanish Trail, , Tucson, Arizona
A scenic, challenging trail that takes hikers up to Wasson Peak, providing panoramic views of the Tucson Mountains and Sonoran Desert. It’s a favorite for serious hikers seeking impressive desert vistas.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sonoran Desert Overlook
Tucson, AZ 85730
A short trail offering stunning desert views, especially at sunrise or sunset. The overlook provides vistas of the cactus-filled landscape, with saguaros stretching out across the valley.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Future Generations Overlook
3693 South Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730
Known for its collection of petroglyphs created by the Hohokam people, this short trail offers insight into ancient desert cultures along with great views of the surrounding landscape.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cactus Forest Trail
Saguaro National Park, Tucson, Arizona
This visitor center is a gateway to the east district of Saguaro National Park, offering exhibits, park information, and access to trails leading into the Rincon Mountain wilderness.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Garwood Dam
Tucson, AZ 85748
A peaceful viewpoint offering sweeping vistas of the Sonoran Desert. It’s a quiet spot to take in the vast beauty of the desert landscape and observe the unique desert vegetation.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Riparian Overlook
3693 South Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730
Designed to inspire preservation, this overlook provides stunning views of the surrounding desert and mountains. It’s a scenic spot for visitors to appreciate the park’s natural beauty.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Rincon Mountain Visitor Center
3693 S. Old Spanish Trail, , Tucson, Arizona
This trailhead leads to several hiking options, with Mica Mountain views and a scenic route through dense fields of saguaro cacti. It’s ideal for those looking for accessible desert hikes.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Javelina Rocks
Cactus Forest Drive, Tucson, AZ 85748
Winding through the heart of Saguaro National Park’s cactus forest, this trail offers close-up views of the towering saguaros and desert wildflowers. It's a beautiful route for photography and leisurely walks.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Valley View Overlook Trail
Tucson, AZ 85743
A scenic trail that passes through diverse desert landscapes, including cactus groves and seasonal wildflower displays. It’s a moderate hike that provides an immersive desert experience.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Loma Verde Trailhead
Cactus Forest Drive, Tucson, AZ 85730
This historical site showcases an old dam structure nestled within the desert landscape. It's a reminder of early desert engineering efforts and provides insight into Arizona’s history.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: 201 Kinney Rd
201 Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ 85735
A unique desert oasis, the Riparian Overlook offers views of a seasonal waterway within the desert. It’s an ideal spot for birdwatching and appreciating Arizona’s varied ecosystems.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Mica View Loop Trail
Saguaro National Park, Tucson, Arizona
Towering over the eastern section of Saguaro National Park, the Rincon Mountains offer scenic backdrops and opportunities for challenging hikes. Their rugged beauty and diverse plant life make them a natural highlight.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Tanque Verde Falls
Tucson, Arizona
Known for its unique rock formations and excellent views, this area provides an ideal spot for photography and observing native wildlife, including javelinas, in their natural habitat.
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Gates Pass
Gates Pass Rd, , Tucson, Arizona
This challenging trail takes hikers along the ridgeline of the Rincon Mountains, offering expansive views of the surrounding desert and Tucson. It’s popular among experienced hikers.
Duration: 5 minutes

Additional Information

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
• Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
• Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
• Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
• Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
• Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
• Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
• Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
• All travelers are welcome

Inclusions

• Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
• Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
• Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
• Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
• Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates
• GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 90 Points
• Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own

Exclusions

• Food and Drinks.

Redemption Instructions
STEPS TO GET YOUR GUIDEALONG AUDIO TOUR:

1. SIGN IN + REDEEM your VOUCHER CODE: https://store.guidealong.com/voucher
2. DOWNLOAD the GuideAlong App
3. SIGN IN to the GuideAlong app with the same Apple or Google account as Step 1
4. DOWNLOAD the Audio Tour NOW

FIND YOUR VOUCHER CODE AND INSTRUCTIONS
- Email: Search your inbox for “Your Tour Operator Sent You A Message” and “Instructions for GuideAlong Audio Tour.” Check All Mail and your junk/spam folder.
- Text: Check for a text message from +17817732638.
- This Ticket: Find the voucher code at the top under the QR code and redeem at Step 1.
- Viator App: Open your booking and select Contact Support > Contact Tour Operator.
- TripAdvisor App: Open your Account and select Messages.
- Need help? Call GuideAlong toll-free on 1866-477-1791.

DOWNLOAD THE GUIDEALONG APP & TOUR NOW
You must pre-download both the GuideAlong app and audio tour to your phone over reliable wifi or cellular data before you drive out of signal. If you can OPEN your tour and see the START TOURING button, your tour is downloaded. No service is required while touring.

FLEXIBLE TRAVEL DATE
There’s no expiry, date or time limit for your tour, so download the GuideAlong app and audio tour now. If your plans change to a different day there’s no need to change your travel date.

CHARGING & SOUND
We don’t recommend connecting your phone to the vehicle's USB port. Instead, use a USB/C car charger adapter in the auxiliary power outlet (cigarette lighter) to prevent an automatic secondary pairing and keep your phone charged. CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported, so listen to the tour through your phone’s speaker or pair it to your car stereo via Bluetooth: guidealong.com/travel-tips-bluetooth/.

HELP & SUPPORT

- FAQs: Check the offline Help menu in the GuideAlong app or online FAQs at guidealong.com/faq.
- Contact GuideAlong Support: Call toll-free 1866-477-1791, chat online at guidealong.com, or email info@guidealong.com.

Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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