Arches National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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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 to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

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

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.

Note: This 39+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Arches National Park in 3-5 hours.

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.

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.

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.

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.

As we continue driving through Arches, we’ll pass the iconic Three Gossips formation.

This brings us to another vista point, where we’ll see the Organ, Courthouse, Sheep Rock, and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Windows Trail begins at the end of The Windows Road in Arches National Park.

You’ve probably already seen Double Arch – from Indiana Jones! Explore this unusual formation as you relive some iconic movie moments

The Cove of Caves is a backcountry trail located in the Arches National Monument near Moab, Utah.

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.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the separate app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
• How to start the tour: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Amazing Savings: why pay for an expensive, crowded, and limited bus tour — priced per person! — when you can have ONE amazing audio guide on your OWN phone for your WHOLE group?
• Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
• Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
• Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
• Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
• Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
• Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
• Minimum Mobile OS Requirement: iOS 14 or later / Android 9 (Pie) or later. It is compatible with iPad models that have a GPS chip.
• CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. Connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio. Use phone speakers if needed.

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• As a bonus, this package also includes a tour through Delicate Arch Trail!
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

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You’re not done yet! It’s time to set up the tour you purchased.

Follow these steps now, while in wifi/signal. Do NOT wait until your travel date or while onsite.

1. Find the tour setup email:
Search your email for the phrase “Your tour operator sent you a message” OR “Set up your Action Tour Guide self-guided tour now.”

>> If it’s not in your Inbox, check the All Mail folder.

>> If it’s not in All Mail, ask us to resend: https://actiontourguide.com/redeem/

2. Follow the email instructions NOW, not later.

>> Do NOT wait until your travel date to access the tour for the first time. The tour is not tied to your travel date.

>> As a bonus, this package also includes a tour through Delicate Arch Trail!

3. Not familiar with our self-guided audio tours? Watch this quick tutorial: https://actiontourguide.com/tutorial

⚠️ CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. Connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio. Use phone speakers if needed.

Have a question – We’re here to help! For quick answers, visit the app’s FAQ section or our website at actiontourguide.com/faq. If you need further assistance, please call us at +1 4352880560, chat with us online, or email us at support@actiontourguide.com. We’re committed to providing you with the support you need every step of the way!

❄️ Winter Closure 2024: The park is usually open, but snow can temporarily close roads.

⚠️ Important Note:
You must have a timed entry reservation to enter Arches National Park. Without this, you will not be allowed to enter the park.

Dates: April 1 through October 31, 2024, from 7 am to 4 pm
Cost: $2 (this is in addition to the entrance fee)
Make your reservation: recreation.gov or by phone at 877-444-6777

You can enter Arches National Park before 7 am and after 4 pm without an advance reservation.

The majority of timed entry tickets are released 3 months in advance. There will be a limited number of tickets available one day prior to entry at 7 pm MDT on recreation.gov.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Travel with Action.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Denver.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 228 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 4 Travelers is accepted for booking.