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Conference extras

Special add-on experience

Enhance your time in Arizona with a unique opportunity. Arrive early and treat yourself to an unforgettable preconference trip to Sedona. Please note this experience requires separate registration and an additional fee.

Sedona Excursion

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Experience includes:

  • Travel in comfort to and from beautiful Sedona, AZ 
  • Complimentary light snacks, coffee, and fresh morning pastries 
  • Entrance into stunning Slide Rock area with opportunities to swim, hike and take in breathtaking natural scenery

Price: $50 per person. Guests are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration deadline is Friday, April 10, 2026.  

Please note: This trip is subject to cancellation if minimum participation numbers are not met. In the event of cancellation, all registered participants will receive a full refund. 

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After your Slide Rock adventure, explore charming downtown Sedona at your own pace. Wander through vibrant art galleries, discover shops filled with unique treasures and soak up the natural beauty and creative energy all around. Please note: Lunch is not included.

ASU student in gold looking at the mountains in Sedona Arizona

Schedule

TimeDetails
7:30 a.m.Check-in while you enjoy coffee and pastries
8 a.m.Bus departs from Tempe
9:30 a.m.Arrive at Slide Rock State Park; enjoy 2.5 hours to explore, swim, hike, take in the scenery, etc.
NoonTravel to downtown Sedona for lunch (not provided), sightseeing, browsing galleries, shopping and more
2:30 p.m.Depart Sedona
4 p.m.Approximate return to Tempe

Additional details

  • Pets are not allowed on this excursion. Service animals are welcome and permitted in all areas. Emotional support animals, therapy animals, and pets are not considered service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and do not have the same access rights.
  • Spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Refer to the FAQ page for more information.

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