However, if you’re craving a Memorial Day thrill, hop on board, hold on tight, and adventure through Red Rock Canyon buckled up inside a massive jeep.  Companies like , A Day in the West offer a variety of off-road tours, taking you on quite an adventure sure to rattle your nerves.  They start at $50, but the ride is one you’ll never forget.  It’s a must-do activity for those who live on the edge, or photographers looking to snap surreal photos.  You’ll reach elevations topping 5,500 feet, catching new views at every turn.   It’s the true meaning behind venturing off the beaten path.

And if you prefer daytime drinking, select the jeep/wine tour combination.  You’ll kick off the day tasting a variety of vino, then soak in your buzz exploring the red rocks via jeep.

The company also offers horseback riding tours.  You’ll enjoy a soothing trip along the banks of the Verde River, catching sights of enormous Cottonwood and Sycamore trees.  (www.adayinthewest.com)

But if you want to spend your holiday cruising, blast your favorite tunes as you drive Sedona’s scenic splendor. Your Memorial Day drive showcases Sedona’s peaks, buttes, cliffs, and desert wildlife.   Explore 89A through Oak Creek Canyon, Red Rock Scenic Byway (State Route 179), Schenbly Hill's Drive and Red Rock Loop Road.

It’s the ultimate road-trip for those looking to skip town this holiday weekend.  The Red Rocks will leave you feeling rested and relaxed as we enter the unofficial start of summer.

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