About this Experience
What you'll do: You'll ride along the historic Apache Trail through the Superstition Mountains, tracing a route the Apache once used to move through this rugged Arizona range.
Scenic Van Drive – Wind through Superstition Mountains on the historic Apache Trail, with canyon walls and desert vistas at every turn
Museum Stop – Browse the Superstition Mountain Museum's exhibits on the Lost Dutchman gold mine, regional geology, and Native American artifacts
Guided Nature Walk – Learn to identify saguaro, cholla, prickly pear, and ocotillo on a Sonoran Desert walk with your guide
Goldfield Ghost Town Visit – Explore an 1890s mining town, ride the Narrow Gauge Railroad, and walk the tunnels of the historic Mammoth Gold Mine
Tortilla Flat Break – Stop at a historic Old West outpost for lunch and shopping before heading back to Scottsdale
By the end of the day, you'll have covered one of Arizona's most storied stretches of highway — part scenic drive, part history lesson, part treasure hunt.
Why we love it for your day trip:
All-Inclusive Admissions – Every attraction stop is covered in your ticket price, so there's nothing extra to plan or pay for on-site
Small-Group Van Format – Travel in a van rather than a big bus, making stops easier and the pace more relaxed
Layered Itinerary – Four distinct stops (museum, ghost town, nature walk, historic outpost) keep the day varied instead of one long drive
Family-Friendly Pacing – Suitable for all ages, from kids fascinated by gold panning to grandparents who want the history
Built-In Storytelling – Your guide narrates the Lost Dutchman legend and Apache Trail history as you go, so the drive itself becomes part of the experience
About this experience partner: Across Arizona Tours specializes in guided day trips through the state's Old West history, with the Apache Trail and Superstition Mountains route as a signature offering. The company is known for weaving local legend — like the search for the Lost Dutchman's gold mine — directly into the driving experience, rather than treating it as a side note. Guests come for everything from birthdays and bachelorette parties to family reunions and corporate outings.
Additional information:
Admission Included – All attraction entry fees (museum, ghost town, gold mine tour) are built into the tour price
All Ages Welcome – The tour is family-friendly and suitable for a wide age range
Departs From Scottsdale – Pickup location is in Scottsdale; confirm exact meeting point at booking
Dress for the Outdoors – Comfortable shoes and sun protection recommended for the nature walk and outdoor stops
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Cancellation Policy
generous Cancellation Policy
Full refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice. No refund within 7 day window.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is bottled water included?
Yes! We provide complimentary bottled water on all tours. you're visiting the desert after all.
How long is the tour?
We run a variety of tours all over Arizona, and the can range anywhere from 4 hours to 12 hours, to overnight trips, to multiple days! The Apache Trail Tour typically lasts about an average of 8 hours.
Will we see wildlife on the tour?
It's always possible! While we can never make any guarantees, wildlife is WILD after all, it is not uncommon to see various animals on our journeys. Since the Apache Trail is a desert based trip it's common to see various lizards and desert fowl, but who knows, you might be lucky enough to catch site of bighorn sheep in the mountains, or eagles amongst the cliffs, it's happened before.
How hot is it?
Here in the Sonoran Desert temperatures can vary drastically during different times of the year. In the The Spring and late Fall Feb-Mar. it can usually get to highs of the mid *70's to low *80s. In the Winter it can sometimes only reach the mid 50 degrees, and In the hight of Summer, June-Sept temperatures can soar to the triple digits usually staying above 110 for days on end. It's highly recommended you check the outlook leading up to your preferred day of travel. * All temperatures mention are in Fahrenheit.
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