Why choose this tour ?
Verde Canyon Railroad's Grape Train Escape is an evening event, featuring onboard wine-tasting showcasing distinct vineyards from Arizona and beyond. While aboard the “Grape Train Escape,” passengers will be served a sampling of select wines. Guests also will enjoy specialty cheeses and hors d’oeuvres chosen to complement the featured wines. Viogniers from each winery will be onboard to discuss the terroir and the techniques of wine-making. This event is for passengers age 21 and up. Proof of age may be requested.
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What makes Grape Train Escape: Wine Tasting and Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure a unique experience ?
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!
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.
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.
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!
Discover the history of Perkinsville Ghost Town through on-board commentary on your train journey. This is the turn-around point of your trip.
You'll ride past Tuzigoot National Monument on your train journey.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 21 years
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Grape Train Escape: Wine Tasting and Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- First class seating
- Wine tasting
- Live commentary on board
- Accompanying appetizers to complement each wine selection
Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Pets are not allowed on train
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Verde Canyon Railroad.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Phoenix.
- Paper ticket only accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 19 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Passenger must present a photo ID and along with voucher to receive train tickets • Passengers must check-in a minimum of 1 hour prior to departure time • Pre-ordered Meals are served ONLY at DEPOT restaurant • Strollers and car seats are NOT allowed onboard the train • No outside food or beverage is allowed onboard the train • Unfortunately, special dietary options are unable to be accommodated • Backpacks and purses are subject to search
