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A relaxed half-day wine tour that shuttles you through Page Springs, Cornville, and Merkin Vineyards above Cottonwood. Includes three tasting flights, a shared charcuterie, and time to explore Old Town Cottonwood.
A relaxed half-day wine tour that shuttles you through Page Springs, Cornville, and Merkin Vineyards above Cottonwood. Includes three tasting flights, a shared charcuterie, and time to explore Old Town Cottonwood.
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Operated by Up North Tours · Sedona, Arizona
You step into the van beneath the low blue of a high-desert sky, the road slipping past red rock silhouettes as the guide steers toward the Verde Valley. Vine rows march along terraces and riparian cottonwoods cool the riverbanks; each stop unfolds like a chapter — tasting rooms opening onto irrigated vines, a hilltop patio that looks back across a folding valley.
easy.
4–5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly seated transport with short, low-grade walking at each stop.
Pickups are arranged at your Sedona-area location or a free public parking lot; the tour returns to the original pickup area at the end.
Three tasting flights are included—one at each winery visited; a shared charcuterie is provided at Merkin Vineyards.
Yes—after the final stop in Cottonwood you can visit additional boutique wineries on your own at additional cost.
Accessibility varies by tasting room; contact the operator ahead of time to confirm accessible facilities and vehicle accommodations.
The Verde Valley’s modern viticulture grew in the late 20th century, leveraging spring-fed microclimates; the area also sits on lands long inhabited by the Yavapai and other Indigenous communities.
Vineyards here work with limited high-desert water supplies; stick to marked paths, support small producers, and avoid single-use plastics to reduce local impact.
Up North Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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