Updated: March 10, 2026
Dreaming of a Sedona escape? This guide highlights romantic local spots like wineries, spas, and stunning train trips. You’ll read about adventurous helicopter rides and cozy cabin rentals tucked in the pines. This article is your go-to list for planning a perfect trip among iconic red rocks.
If you need a romantic getaway with your sweetheart surrounded by fresh mountain air, beautiful red rock scenery, and pine forest like no other, Sedona is the place for you. There are plenty of fun and romantic things to do in Sedona for couples to enjoy for the trip of a lifetime, and we reveal the best of them below.
Contents
- Winery Tour
- Spa Day
- Steakhouse 89
- Horseback Riding
- Romantic Activities in Sedona at the Verde Canyon Railroad
- Helicopter Tour
- Off-Road Tours
- Stay With Us
Winery Tour
While Sedona features several tasting rooms, the nearby Verde Valley is home to over 25 wineries because the heat of a desert day, as well as the lower temperatures of a northern Arizona night, make for a great environment for winemaking. Take a tour of many of the wineries along the “Verde Valley Wine Trail” and enjoy group or private tastings. Book a tour, or plan your own path, sipping on the best vino the area has to offer. You can even purchase your favorites to enjoy with a romantic meal back at your rental.
Spa Day
Relax and unwind together. Enjoy a soothing, luxurious massage that releases stress and tension. Make sure to ask about couples’ packages. There are several spas in the Sedona area offering massages, facials, body scrubs, and mani/pedi services. Enjoy add-ons like CBD oil, heated basalt stones, aromatherapy, and more.
Steakhouse 89
Steakhouse 89 is a great place for a delicious, romantic, meal. The menu is seasonal and might include tasty offerings like jumbo shrimp cocktail, prime meatballs, and a selection of soups and salads to keep your hunger at bay while you wait for your main course. No matter what the season, end the night on a sweet note with house made ice cream, 89 Cheesecake, or crème brulee.
Horseback Riding
The “Old West” heritage of Arizona allows many companies to take advantage and offer horseback riding tours with the old west theme. These guided tours will teach you about the area’s flora and fauna, the mountains, as well as the history of the land as you wander the area. Saddle up yourself and your sweetheart and head out on horseback for a guided horseback ride through the panoramic views and thrilling terrain, including the Verde Valley, Sedona Red Rocks, or view the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff, located about an hour north. Book a sunset ride for extra romance.
Romantic Activities Near Sedona at the Verde Canyon Railroad
Crank up the romance this Valentine’s Day with a special trip located just 25 minutes away in Clarkdale. Board the train with your sweetest and take a scenic tour that also includes delicious chocolate treats and cocktails perfect for a romantic time. Ride in first-class style with bigger seating and less passengers in the car for a more intimate, luxury experience.
There’s a champagne toast upon boarding, full-service cash bars with premium liquor choices, and complimentary appetizers served at your seat. Book the caboose – a private, luxury car designed for a private party of up to six adults, perfect for you and your couples’ getaway. Enjoy over-side chairs, expansive picture windows, cupola seating for a bird’s eye view of the trip, two outdoor viewing platforms, and even a personal valet.
The train is available any time of year, and there are also theme trips for Easter, St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas, New Year’s, Halloween, and more along with their regular trip packages.
Helicopter Tour
Take a private, romantic, and scenic tour of the area and leave the driving – or rather flying – to someone else. See the stunning and colorful red rock landscape of Sedona and the surrounding area from a bird’s eye view. Don’t forget your camera! You’ll see popular landmarks such as the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross, Three Nuns Rock, Snoopy Rock, Steamboat Rock, and so much more.
Packages will vary by tour company, with rides as short as 15 minutes all the way to 55 minutes of air time cuddled up to your sweetest. For extra convenience and more romance time, ask about transportation to and from your accommodations.
Off-Road Tours
Add some fun and thrills to your romantic retreat. Once you get your feet back on the ground, there is still romantic adventure to be had on your Sedona getaway. Several companies in the area offer off-road or Jeep® tours of the beautiful Sedona red rock formations on a private guided tour where you’ll see the breathtaking views and hear about the region’s history, geology, and ecology while you hang on for the ride of a lifetime.
Stay With Us
You came to Sedona for a private, romantic getaway. Extend that privacy and romance to your accommodations by booking one of our romantic cabins in Sedona. Prepare a romantic home-cooked meal in the fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy the romance of a private bedroom or snuggle together on a comfy couch. For the most intimate experience, choose a one-bedroom unit with kitchenette.
If you’d rather spread out a bit more, or have a couples’ getaway with friends planned, choose from larger units up to six bedrooms. Choose a premium unit for upgrades like stainless steel appliances, granite counters, hardwood floors, flat screen TVs and more! Contact us today!
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