Captivating. Magical. Enchanting. If these three words describe your ideal honeymoon, Sedona, Arizona is the perfect destination! Named one of the "10 Most Beautiful Places in America" by USA Weekend magazine and known for its romantic natural setting, Sedona complements the splendor of its red rock landscape with intimate resorts, luxurious spas, exhilarating outdoor adventures and a renowned arts and culinary scene.

Day 1

It's your honeymoon – no alarm clocks are allowed (especially on the first day)! Sleep in, then enjoy an intimate breakfast for two al fresco on your casita patio.

After breakfast, venture out to explore Sedona's magnificent red rock scenery. Nestled at the mouth of beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona is characterized by massive red rock formations with such whimsical names as Snoopy, Coffeepot, Bell and Cathedral. Guided hikes, off-road Jeep tours, horseback excursions, vortex tours and aerial adventures are all wonderful ways to experience Sedona’s enchanting natural beauty. Just pick your favorite mode of travel and you're off on a wonderful adventure!

If your morning explorations work up your appetite, pack a picnic or grab lunch to go from one of Sedona's local eateries and head out to Slide Rock State Park in Oak Creek Canyon. As its name implies, this lush riparian area offers a magnificent natural water slide that provides wet and wild fun in the summer and plenty of scenic vistas all year-round. Spread out your blanket, savor a delicious lunch and enjoy the romantic creek-side setting.

After an active morning, it's time to pamper yourselves with treatments aux deaux at one of Sedona's magnificent resort spas. Many offer couple's treatment rooms where you can enjoy relaxing massages and soothing body treatments side-by-side. Better yet, inquire about in-room spa services – the perfectly romantic way to wind-down after a day of exploration!

If your spa treatments have left you too relaxed to even think about going out for dinner, look no further than the room service menu. Sedona's resorts offer fine-dining restaurants on property, as well as delightful room-service menus. Don't forget the wine or Champagne!

Day Two

Relax over a leisurely breakfast at your resort, then stroll through Sedona's renowned retail and gallery districts. Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village is a fascinating collection of Spanish-style buildings housing upscale shops, galleries and restaurants. Uptown Sedona is a historically significant area that is home to an eclectic mix of boutiques, shops and restaurants. The Highway 179 corridor offers an eclectic mix of art galleries and shops. And, for power shoppers, the nearby Village of Oak Creek is home to an impressive selection of factory outlet stores.

Savor lunch at one of Sedona's cozy bistros, then you're off for an afternoon of wine tasting! Just short drives from Sedona you'll find two delightful wineries – Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery in Oak Creek and Page Springs Cellars in Cornville. Established in 2002, Oak Creek Vineyards features six wine grape varieties - chardonnay, fume blanc, white zinfandel, merlot, syrah and zinfandel. They are open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for wine tasting and tours. Page Springs Cellars is a family-owned winery that offers daily wine tastings and vineyard tours from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. While they are waiting for their Page Springs vineyards to yield fruit (2006 being the first expected harvest), the family is bringing in the same grape varieties they have planted at their other vineyards, including Dos Cabezas in Wilcox, Arizona.

When dinner time rolls around, head back into Sedona where you'll find culinary delights to tempt every palate. From haute cuisine complete with wine pairings, to specialties from Mexico, Italy and beyond, Sedona's award-winning restaurants and chefs are waiting to delight you with their creations.

Day Three

Remember what we said on Day One about the alarm clock? Well, today you might need one!

Sedona is breathtaking at ground level, but you'll never forget the views as you float peacefully through the air in a hot air balloon! Serene sunrise flights give you unparalleled vistas of Sedona's crimson rock formations. After your flight, enjoy a breakfast picnic complete with a Champagne toast!

After a quick rest at your resort, take a scenic 40-minute drive southwest of Sedona to Clarkdale, home of the Verde Canyon Railroad. The four-hour train ride follows a historic route that is nestled between two national forests and adjacent to a designated wilderness area. Highlights along the way include towering vermillion cliffs, ancient Indian ruins, old-fashioned trestles and a 680-foot manmade tunnel. The expert narration and open-air gondola guides will leave you with a sense of history, archaeology, geology, wildlife and the Indian lore of the Verde Canyon. Most trains depart Clarkdale at 1:00 p.m. daily, although the schedule may vary by season (check online for current departure schedules). For a special treat, be sure to inquire about Verde Canyon Railroad's special seasonal excursions.

Venture back to Sedona for dinner, then take an Astronomy Tour of Sedona's night sky with Evening Sky Tours. They'll bring the telescopes right to your hotel or you can meet them at their "dark sky" site, just a 10-minute drive from West Sedona. Your tour begins with an overview of the constellations in the night sky led by one of their knowledgeable astronomers. Next, you'll get an up close view of 10 to 12 objects through Evening Sky's powerful telescopes. What better way to wrap-up your romantic Sedona experience than under a blanket of shimmering stars!