Ditch the Group. Keep the Guide.

Self-guided driving & walking tours that play as you go

Explore Freely

Our self-guided tours give you the freedom to explore without groups and schedules. Set off at your own pace and dive into real stories, hidden gems, and local insights.

Adventures Travelers Love

Something for Everyone

Whether you're on foot or behind the wheel, our self-guided tours bring stories, landmarks, and local insights to life as you go.

From scenic drives to historic streets, we’re making travel more accessible, more affordable, and more explorable.

Start Exploring

Browse self-guided tours across the U.S., from city walks to scenic drives. Download the Drives & Detours app to get started.

Screenshot of a mobile app showing an "Old Town SD Walking Tour." The left image displays a tour description with an Old Town Trolley image, indicating the tour lasts 1 hour with 21 stops. There's a start button and tour redemption information. The right image shows a map with a marked route and stops labeled with icons. The map includes a location called "The Old Convent Building."
Colorful mosaic sculpture of a chicken with a rooster on its back, holding a butterfly, viewed from below against a clear blue sky.

Create With Us: Let’s Bring Stories to Life Together!

We work with destinations, attractions, publishers, creators, and local organizations to turn stories into self-guided audio experiences. Whether you want to co-create content, offer tours to your audience, cross-promote, or explore a custom partnership, we’d love to hear what you’re building.

We Believe in Discovery at Your Own Pace

Our self-guided tours are designed to inform, inspire, and give you the freedom to explore on your terms. With exceptional storytelling in a flexible format, we highlight places and perspectives often overlooked.