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
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
Highlight
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
Max group – 9
