10 days in North Central Arizona Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Tonto National Monument and then explore the ancient world of Besh Ba Gowah. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Old Dominion Historic Mine Park, then admire all the interesting features of Salt River Canyon Scenic Drive, and then walk around Round Mountain Park.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Globe sightseeing planning tool.

Fort Lauderdale to Globe is an approximately 8.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Globe is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Fort Lauderdale in April, Globe is a bit cooler at night with lows of 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Payson.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): look for all kinds of wild species at Rancho Tonto Catch-A-Trout, take in the dramatic natural features at Mogollon Rim, and then identify plant and animal life at Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery.

To see photos, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Payson trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Globe to Payson takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Globe in April, things will get slightly colder in Payson: highs are around 68°F and lows about 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Sedona.

Get in touch with nature at Fay Canyon Trail and V-Bar-V Heritage Site. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Crescent Moon Picnic Site and Soldier Pass. Venture out of the city with trips to Montezuma Well (in Rimrock), Dead Horse Ranch State Park (in Cottonwood) and Hillside Letter C (in Clarkdale). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Bear Mountain Trail, appreciate the history behind 911 Memorial, take in the dramatic natural features at Snoopy Rock, and trek along Little Horse Trail.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Sedona road trip planning site.

You can drive from Payson to Sedona in 2 hours. April in Sedona sees daily highs of 72°F and lows of 48°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to drive to Prescott.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): appreciate the extensive heritage of Whiskey Row, get engrossed in the history at Sharlot Hall Museum, admire the local landmark of Yavapai County Courthouse Square, then view the masterpieces at Newman Gallery, and finally explore the activities along Lynx Lake Recreation Area. On the next day, delve into the lush surroundings at Prescott National Forest, then take in the exciting artwork at 'Tis Art Center & Gallery, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Heritage Park Zoo, and finally stroll through Prescott Peavine National Recreation Trail.

For traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Prescott online itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Sedona to Prescott takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Sedona in April, expect little chillier with lows of 40°F in Prescott. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.