Private Tour
Mount Lemmon Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Discover Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway in Arizona, a journey through nature and history. Explore tales of the Native Tohono O'odham, marvel at the Sky Islands and Saguaro Cacti, and delve into the past at the Catalina Federal Honor Camp. By night, the Mt. Lemmon Sky Center dazzles, and fall, the Oktoberfest at Ski Valley awaits. Experience Arizona's condensed beauty.
Recommended: purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!
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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
How to start touring: 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 No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Soldier Trail
Soldier Trail is up ahead. This challenging 5-mile out-and-back hike features Saguaro, prickly pears, and a 2,000-foot elevation gain! Note: The tour is over 30+ miles long, with more than 44 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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. It’s a moderate 4.5-mile hike through Saguaros, chollas, and ocotillos.
What‘s Included
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
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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Mount Lemmon Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Reviews
70 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good value for money
Debra128,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really loved this and will check to see what other tours Travel With Action has available. There were several tidbits that we would not have known about and it made the experience more than just a drive. One small tip to narrator - check your Spanish pronunciation...I think the "ll" is pronounced as a "y". Ocotillo and a couple other times you pronounced as an l.
Definitely worth the money
E9084ARkarenb,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent narrative. Made the trip so much more enjoyable and educational. Had us stop at areas we would not have otherwise.
Relaxing drive!
Barbara D,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this drive from Tucson to the top of Mt. Lemmon. The narrator was very informative. He described the history of the area, the geology, the change in vegetation, and the wildlife in the area. We're looking forward to our next adventure.
Downloading it like a...
Mark A,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Downloading it like a book enabled us to listen when there was no cellular connection. All of us learned a lot about the area which led us to do additional research.
It is very informative ....
Bill G,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is very informative . Going at your own pace is a big plus. You can listen to a previous stop if you miss something.
Made a great experience even better
CincinnatiLefty,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent three days in Tuscon and this was our best experience by far. The narration was excellent and without it I think we would have missed so much. The references to the geology of the area was great and there's no way we would have learned this without the audio. It was easy to use and knew when we pulled off the road. Driving up Mt Lemmon is a once in a lifetime experience and don't do it without this audio guide.
Well worth the price!
Jolene L,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The audio tour was informative and entertaining. We appreciated the coordinated commentary with the exact time we were approaching each particular sight.
First time user. Excellent results.
kibbi57,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the first time using the app. I was very impressed. Worked flawlessly, even without cell service. I will definitely check out other locations to use this app
Great self guided tour...
Kristen B,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great self guided tour and automatically started audio as we hit specific points. Made the drive up Mt. Lemmon entertaining (it’s already beautiful so this audio added to the experience!)
A must have for the drive up Mt. Lemmon
198meryld,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The audio was excellent. All four of us found it to be very informative and very well presented. The history, details on the topography and plant life were interesting. It was perfectly in tune to all the upcoming sites and pull-off areas. I highly recommend this tour if you're driving up Mt. Lemmon. It took us about 3 hours at our leisurely pace.
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