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Grape Train Escape: Wine Tasting and Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure

300 N Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324, USA
Duration

4 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

9 people

Languages

English

Overview

Savor the flavors of the diverse vineyards of Arizona's Verde Valley and beyond. The Verde Canyon Railroad's Grape Train Escape treats passengers to select wines from the Southwest accompanied by specialty cheeses and hors d'oeuvres while winemakers discuss earache wineries terroir and techniques.

  • Wine train experience: Sample the wines of Arizona’s Verde Valley and beyond
  • Onboard Southwest winemakers provide insights into technique and terrior
  • Includes pairings of specialty cheeses and hors d’oeuvres
  • Small-group experience (maximum nine guests)

What To Expect

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Verde Canyon Railroad



What could be better than savoring wine while soaking in the scenery of the Southwest? This is a relatively new pairing for Arizona’s Verde Valley, but it is quickly gaining notoriety as a fine region for grape growing. Enjoy open-air cars where the lush riparian landscape of summer, including canopies cottonwoods, moody monsoon afternoons and deep crimson cliffs, compliments a great glass of wine!

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Verde Canyon Railroad



At the depot, be sure to visit the John Bell Museum, home to the railroad’s history and artifacts from its early days, as well as a wealth of information on Clarkdale, Jerome and the Yavapai-Apache Nation.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Verde River



The train runs on the same tracks that were created following the Verde River back in 1911. The river is visible for most of your journey.

• Admission Ticket Free

S O B Canyon



SOB Canyon and the 150 ft tall bridge are highlights of the trip. Looking back from the bridge and down the canyon is simply gorgeous!

• Admission Ticket Free

Perkinsville Ghost Town



Discover the history of Perkinsville Ghost Town through on-board commentary on your train journey. This is the turn-around point of your trip.

• Admission Ticket Free

Tuzigoot National Monument



You’ll ride past Tuzigoot National Monument on your train journey.

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum age is 21 years
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • First class seating
  • Accompanying appetizers to complement each wine selection
  • Wine tasting
  • Live commentary on board
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • DVD (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Pets are not allowed on train

Durations

4 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

300 N Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324, USA
from 175 $

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