A Wine Tasting Experience in the Vineyards of the Desert
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Taste the Wine of the high desert. Sonoita and Elgin are located in the Sonoran Desert, just north of Patagonia Lake and is scenic wine country. Experience the breathtaking views and sip on lush, desert varietals. Find out the miracle that happens when grapes grow amongst Cactus, Rattlesnakes, Gila monsters and Javelinas.
Breathe in the fresh Desert air and relax in the charming slow-moving pace of Arizona Wine Country...
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vail
Travel to Vinyard from Tucson takes approximately one hour.
Callaghan Vineyards
Flying Leap Vinyards and Distillery where travelers will be able to sample a flight (5 samples).
What‘s Included
Wine tasting fees
Bottled water
Lunch
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A Wine Tasting Experience in the Vineyards of the Desert
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Eat, sip wine and be merry, but you will not learn about the wines, wineries or wine region.
susanhJ7451TK,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We had a wonderful time sipping Arizonia wine. However, if you want to learn about the wines themselves, the wineries, the wine region AVA this is not the trip you want to take. This is a better trip if you don't want to drive so you can relax, enjoy sampling some wines, while taking in the beautiful Arizonia desert. The van was very clean and comfortable, the guide was very pleasant.
A Nice Desert Wine Excursion
matthewsO611MU,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was great! We met a lot of very nice people from all over the country. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. They brought plenty of water and snacks. Also, the included lunch they set up for us was very good. We went during the spring, so it was the perfect temperature. If it's summer, I recommend bringing plenty of sun protection.
Sonoita is so peaceful
Piyali F,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great, flexible experience! Love sonoita, was fun to go on a wine tour to celebrate my friend’s birthday!
Fun wine tour
laurakQ5257JV,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went as solo traveler. The group was so nice and fun. Tafe was a great tour guide. Enjoyed all the wineries. A fun way to spend the day in AZ.
good day tour to get out...
Theresa W,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00good day tour to get out of Tucson and experience three wineries in the same region. Enjoyable as a small group tour. Learned a lot about history of the Tucson area, as well as the wine growing region from our guide.
Great experience…loved...
James M,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience…loved the history lessons along the way. Three wineries were all great. Weather was perfect in late November.
Elgin Wine Country
Doyle P,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is such a a fun and informative journey. Cathy was fabulous and I LOVED all the rich history of the area
Loved my experience!!
Donna W,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathy was a great guide…. Told us a lot about the area!!! I enjoyed my visit very much!!! Would recommend!! The wineries were great!!!
Q9873GWkevinw,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Our driver was very knowledgeable and even though I've lived in AZ 30 years I learned a lot about AZ history on the drive. All 3 wineries were good and we ended up buying 6 bottles! The pizza at the 3rd stop was also good. It was a great value and nice not to have to drive. Highly recommended.
A must do in Tucson
X2292XOkennethm,May 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We met Kathy on time. As we drove from Tucson to the wine country Kathy revealed us with the history of old Arizona. We stopped at three vineyards and sampled the wines. Each of us had a different favorite but we all agreed that the wines from this region of Arizona were exceptional. I would recommend this tour for the fun and the learning.
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