Discover the exceptional wines of the Willcox region with a private winery tour in Tucson, Arizona. Enjoy a personalized, scenic journey through vineyards, tasting exclusive wines while learning about Arizona’s growing wine industry.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Modest physical activity involved; comfortable walking and sitting for tastings is required.
Wildlife
History
The Willcox wine region has a history dating back to the early 1900s, with a resurgence in the past two decades contributing to Arizona's emerging wine scene.
Conservation
Many wineries practice sustainable farming and water conservation techniques to protect the desert environment.
AZ Winery Tours
Discover the exceptional wines of the Willcox region with a private winery tour in Tucson, Arizona. Enjoy a personalized, scenic journey through vineyards, tasting exclusive wines while learning about Arizona’s growing wine industry.
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.
Arrive Early for a Better Experience
Arriving early allows you to enjoy the winery grounds and avoid peak crowds during tastings.
Stay Hydrated During tastings
With Arizona's warm climate, drink plenty of water to stay refreshed while sampling wines.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Walking between wineries or outdoor tasting areas requires comfortable, supportive footwear.
Bring Sun Protection
Sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are recommended for outdoor parts of the tour.
Sun Hat
Protects your face from intense desert sun during outdoor activities.
summer
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during outdoor wine tastings and scenic drives.
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Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for walking between wineries or exploring outdoor tasting areas.
Layered Clothing
Dressing in layers ensures comfort during temperature fluctuations.
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