Apache Trail Tour in Tempe, AZ

What are the hours of operation? 
The tour departs between 8:00 am and 9:00 am and returns between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday each week.

What if my flight was canceled due to weather? 
We’ll waive our cancelation policy for day tours if your flight was canceled due to weather.

What can I bring? 
We recommend no more than a day pack. A small pack with easy access to a wallet, camera, etc.

What should I wear? 
We recommend our guests bring jackets in the event of changing weather patterns.

Are any of your tour guides bilingual?
Yes! We have guides that speak Spanish, German and Japanese. Translators are also available in Italian, French, Chinese and Swedish.

Is smoking allowed on the trip? 
All DETOURS vehicles are smoke-free.

Is transportation included? 
Hotel pick-up is provided from most hotels in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe area.

What if I miss my pick-up? 
We will work with you on the next day’s tour, if available; however, additional fees may apply. Please call DETOURS of Arizona if you miss your pick-up.

When should I be ready for pick-up? 
Pick-ups for this tour start at 8:00 am. We ask that you plan on being ready at the pick-up location 5-10 minutes early.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, our vehicles were not designed to accommodate wheelchairs. Guests should be able to walk up 3 steps into the vehicle on their own with the help of a companion.

How much should I tip the guide? 
20% is customary and graciously accepted.

Does my child need a car seat/booster seat? 
Arizona law states that children under five must use a car seat. Children between ages 5 and 7 must use a booster seat unless they are 4 feet 9 inches tall. Once a child is 4 feet 9 inches or taller or 8 years old, they are no longer required to ride in a booster seat.

What’s included? 
Included is:

• Guided tour along Arizona's first historic highway and the Apache Trail.
• Dolly Steamboat Cruise.
• Unlimited bottled water.
• Roundtrip transportation to and from most Phoenix or Scottsdale hotels. 
• Live tour commentary provided in English.