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Phoenix Apache Trail Tour and Canyon Lake Cruise

Explore the Sonoran Desert with a scenic tour and cruise, visiting Goldfield Ghost Town and enjoying a Canyon Lake steamboat ride.

Phoenix
6 hrs 30 min
3.74Rating:
Last updated: December 29, 2025

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Platform Scores

Viator logo
4.83
689 reviews
GYG logo
4.87
23 reviews

Important Information

  • Minimum 2 adult rate tickets required
  • Lake Cruise schedule subject to availability
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • A maximum of 12 people per booking

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of the Sonoran Desert with the Phoenix Apache Trail Tour and Canyon Lake Cruise. Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your Phoenix hotel, setting off towards the majestic Superstition Mountains. Experience the charm of the Wild West at Goldfield Ghost Town, where you can explore historic buildings and enjoy optional activities like gold panning and gunfight shows. Continue to Tortilla Flat, a remnant of an old West town, for a delightful lunch and unique experiences like sitting on saddle bar stools. The highlight of your day is a relaxing 90-minute cruise on Canyon Lake, where you'll marvel at stunning rock formations and watch for wildlife such as bald eagles and big horn sheep. Conclude your tour with a scenic drive back to Phoenix, enriched with memories of the desert's beauty and history. Book now for an unforgettable desert adventure.

Pros

  • Discover desert flora in the Sonoran Desert
  • Relax on a 90-minute Canyon Lake cruise
  • Visit Goldfield Ghost Town and Tortilla Flat
  • Enjoy a champagne breakfast post-flight
  • Marvel at unique wildlife and rock formations
  • Explore the Superstition Mountains

Includes

  • Pickup at local Phoenix area hotels
  • Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Lake cruise ticket (USD 20 value)
  • Driver/guide
  • Champagne breakfast

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Admissions to optional activities at Goldfield Ghost Town
  • Souvenir items
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off not available

FAQ

  • What Is the Minimum Age for the Tour?

    The minimum age is 6 years, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Is Hotel Pickup Available?

    Hotel pickup is available for the Apache Trail Tour but not for the hot air balloon ride.

  • What Should I Bring for the Tour?

    Bring comfortable shoes, a camera, and be prepared for varying weather conditions.

  • Can Special Dietary Needs Be Accommodated?

    The breakfast menu is set, and special dietary needs cannot be met.

  • What Is the Cancellation Policy?

    Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour.

$199-$235
3.74Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Discover desert flora in the Sonoran Desert
  • Relax on a 90-minute Canyon Lake cruise
  • Visit Goldfield Ghost Town and Tortilla Flat
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