Savor award-winning wines and live music during an 80-minute cruise on Saguaro Lake, followed by a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Discover a unique desert blend of relaxation and flavor.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Saguaro Lake was created in 1930 by Stewart Mountain Dam as part of the Salt River Project, supporting desert communities.
Conservation
The lake and surrounding area are managed to balance recreation with protection of fragile desert ecosystems and native flora.
AZ Winery Tours
Savor award-winning wines and live music during an 80-minute cruise on Saguaro Lake, followed by a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Discover a unique desert blend of relaxation and flavor.
AZ Winery Tours is a Tucson-based tour operator specializing in guided wine, brewery, and scenic boat experiences across southern Arizona. The company offers a variety of day trips from Tucson and nearby cities, including the Dolly Steamboat dinner cruise on Canyon Lake, Willcox Wine Tour, Tucson Urban Wine Tour, Copper Country Wine Tour, Brewery Tour, Phoenix to Northern Arizona Wine Country, and Sedona Wine Tour.
Each trip includes roundtrip transportation from Tucson or complimentary pickup where noted, guided tastings, and curated food options. Several wine tours feature visits to three vineyards with 5–6 tastings at each stop, while the brewery tour includes flights of 4–5 tastings. The Dolly Steamboat dinner cruise is an eight-hour outing on Canyon Lake with a buffet dinner, wildlife viewing opportunities, air-conditioned vessel, and a 5-star guide. Many wine tours provide a picnic or lunch from local providers, complimentary snacks, water, and a keepsake wine glass on select itineraries.
AZ Winery Tours operates with professional drivers and offers all-age appropriate activities for wine and beer enthusiasts aged 21 and over where required. Tours range from approximately six to nine hours, depending on the itinerary and destination. Pickup and drop-off logistics, tasting counts, and lunch inclusions vary by trip and are detailed on each tour’s listing. Travelers planning celebrations, group outings, or day trips can select from urban tasting room visits to longer excursions into Willcox, Copper Country, Sedona, and northern Arizona wine country. Booking information, availability, and detailed itineraries are listed on each tour page online.
Tours Offered
7 Tours
Wine, brewery, and boat experiences
Trip Lengths
6–9 hours
Typical tour duration range
Tastings
5–6 per winery
Standard winery tasting count
Transportation
Roundtrip transport
Included on most tours
Choose a tour, check availability, and secure roundtrip transportation with guided tastings for an easy, memorable day.
Book early for sunset cruises
Sunset departures fill fast—reserve your spot ahead to capture brilliant desert skies on the water.
Dress in layers
Evenings on the lake can get cool; bring a light jacket or sweater for comfort.
Arrive early to dockside
Plan extra time to find parking and check in at the Desert Belle dock to avoid missing departure.
Limit bulky bags
Space on the boat is limited; pack light to keep the cruise comfortable for all guests.
Light jacket
Evening cool breezes on the lake make a jacket necessary in cooler months.
fall
Sunhat
Protect yourself from intense desert sun during early cruise hours.
summer
Sunscreen
Essential to avoid sunburn while exposed on the open deck.
summer
Compact camera
Capture the vivid desert landscapes and lake reflections on your cruise.