Apache Trail Adventure: Full Day Scottsdale Tour
4.8
17 Ratings
Apache Junction
Embark on a full-day adventure on the Apache Trail in Scottsdale. Explore the historic trail, visit a gold mining ghost town, enjoy stunning mountain vistas, and take a sightseeing steamboat ride on Canyon Lake.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lost Dutchman State Park - Here we will gaze upon amazing views of Lost Dutchman State Part and the Superstition range. Also amazing views of the Sonoran Desert are present throughout the journey. Learn rich history of gold mining and movies filmed in the area at the Lost Dutchman Museum.
  • Goldfield Ghost Town - Walk around the shops of the gold mining ghost town of the superstition mountains. You will have time on your own to check out the shops and great views!
  • Canyon Lake - Enjoy a 90 minute sightseeing boat cruise on beautiful canyon lake! Take in the desert views and get plenty of photos. Also stop by historical tortilla flat for an optional lunch.
What's Included
  • Admission to Lost Dutchman Museum
  • 90-minute scenic daytime cruise
  • Experienced professional guide
  • Convenient hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join us on a one-day journey to the renowned Apache Trail, a historic route used by the Apache tribe in the late 19th century and later by pioneers and wagons passing through the area. Our guests can marvel at the imposing Superstition Mountains and the picturesque Sonoran desert scenery. Our expedition will lead us to Goldfield, a ghost town from the gold mining era. Enjoy stunning panoramas of the Superstition mountain range and embark on a 90-minute scenic steamboat tour on Canyon Lake. We’ll also make a quick visit to the old station of Tortilla Flat, where you can have lunch or browse the gift shops. Before we return to the city, we’ll stop at the Lost Dutchman Museum to deepen your understanding of the region. The total duration of the excursion is 8 hours, from pick-up to drop-off.

Please note: The museum is closed from Monday to Wednesday during the months of May to October.

Location
Lost Dutchman State Park
6109N E Apache Trl, 5 miles Northeast of Apache Junction off State Route 88
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(17 Ratings)
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Valerie_m
May 24, 2022
Fun Adventure! - Great time! The cruise around Canyon Lake was breathtaking. The staff and guest in the Dolly Steamboat were friendly and engaging. The atmosphere at Tortilla Flats was fun and the food was good. Our last stop at Goldfields Ghost Town gave you a glimpse of a old mining town. Cody was a outstanding guide. We had a great day!
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Cathyplusone
Jan 28, 2022
Apache Trail. - Absolutely a great day! Cody is an amazing guide, went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our trip. There was no pressure to be moving on, no clock watching (except when we had to catch the boat) lol. Being picked up and dropped back off after the trip is a brilliant way to travel. Would recommend Cody and his tours 100% . We will be back for more!
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Teer457
Sep 11, 2021
A great tour to be enjoyed - The steamboat cruise was a great part of the tour, we seen sheep’s and rams. Our guide was well versed about the tour.
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Turner_r
Sep 11, 2021
It was a great tour. - The steamboat part of the tour was really great, we seen sheep’s and rams. Our guide was well versed in the tour.
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Denise_s
Jul 31, 2021
Fun trip! - It was nice we didn’t have to drive ourselves. Everything went very smooth on the adventure. I feel we could have had a bit more time at the museum and the ghost town. Overall it was good.
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Annettec828
Mar 5, 2021
Amazing day of Adventure! - This is an amazing way to spend a day of adventure! Cody is an excellent communicator and very knowledgeable about the entire state of Arizona. We were picked up and dropped off at our VRBO which was a real plus and luxury for us as travelers. The highlight of our day was the Dolly Steamboat ride and seeing the wildlife on the cliffs of the rocks. We would definitely recommend this Adventure Company. Cody was very professional and adhered to all the Covid restrictions and guidelines throughout the entire day. We would definitely use this company for future travel plans again if we were in the area! Don't hesitate, trust the reviews and book your day of Adventure!
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Bigstev1953
Feb 19, 2021
A great day and tour. - This was a very enjoyable day and experience. Cody was prompt picking us up at our resort. We had a pleasant drive into the Superstition Mountains. We enjoyed our various stops and had a great burger during our free time in Tortilla Flat. The boat ride on the Canyon lake was memorable and filled with beautiful sights. We recommend this tour.
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Briansu9342qw
Nov 4, 2020
Great Time! - We had a wonderful time with Cody (driver and guide). He picked us up from our condo complex right on time. He was very knowledgeable, easy-going and filled us in on some of the stories and legends of the region. The cruise on the Dolly paddle boat was the high point of the day. We saw a bald eagle soaring above the lake as well as bighorn sheep. All in all, it was a great tour and we would highly recommend it for anyone visiting the Phoenix area.
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Todd_l
Feb 23, 2020
Amazing Adventure - Our tour guide, Cody, was knowledgeable, punctual, and made sure we had an amazing time. We loved seeing the host town, mining for gold, going on the zip line with amazing views, and touring Canyon Lake on a ferry. A amazing experience like no other. Definitely do this tour when visiting Arizona.
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845gregoryw
Mar 17, 2022
Apache tribe - Interesting It didn’t touch on the Apache tribe which was disappointing. I think it should’ve That all
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