BEER, WINE, AND DINE
The Beer, Wine and Dine Tour provides you with the opportunity to enjoy three communities in two and a half days or six communities in four days. Either way, you will get to enjoy some of the area’s best wine and authentic cuisine.
Medaled wines and creative beers will quench your thirst and the food is unforgettable. Enjoy award-winning hot dogs, authentic Mexican dishes whose recipes have been handed down through generations, or fine dining.
DAY 1
1
TRIP BEGINS:
Depart
Tucson to Willcox
Whether you have flown into Tucson from out of the area and plan to rent a car, or you are driving through Tucson in your own car, you can easily reach Willcox in approximately 90 minutes via I-10 East. The center of Willcox is a little more than 80 miles from the Tucson International Airport.
2
WILLCOX:
Attraction
Kansas Settlement Wine Tasting
Once arriving in Willcox, head to Kansas Settlement Road and begin exploring the many tasting rooms in the area, including Bodega Pierce Vineyard, Flying Leap Vineyard & Distillery, Kief-Joshua, Pillsbury Wine Company, and Zarpara Vineyard.
3
WILLCOX:
Dinner
La Unica
La Unica is a delicious Mexican restaurant located on Haskell Avenue. Click here to see reviews, photos, and a sample menu. The restaurant is currently open seven days a week, but call ahead to confirm exact hours.
4
WILLCOX:
Hotel
Arizona Sunset Inn
Just minutes from downtown, Arizona Sunset Inn has a host of onsite benefits. All guests enjoy a complimentary, fresh breakfast for their entire stay. The patio area has plenty of space to get your grill on, or simply relax under an adobe-style pergola. Choose from king and double queen rooms, or the new double queen suites, all recently renovated.
DAY 2
1
WILLCOX:
Breakfast
The Bakester’s Pastries
Delicious baked goods created in a beautiful historic building located in Willcox’s historic downtown area.
2
WILLCOX:
Attraction
Railroad Avenue Wine Tasting
Start your day off with a visit to Railroad Avenue for some wine tasting, including possible stops at Aridus, Copper Horse, Flying Leap, Golden Rule, and Keeling Schaefer.
3
WILLCOX:
Attraction
Wyatt Earp History / Old Cemetery
Visit the historic Old Pioneer Cemetery and learn more about the history of Wyatt Earp and visit the gravesite of Wyatt’s younger brother, Warren.
4
WILLCOX:
Lunch
Big Tex BBQ
Before leaving Willcox, grab a delicious BBQ lunch at Big Tex BBQ. Grilled burgers, cold beer, and plenty of sides are always available.
5
SIERRA VISTA:
Attraction
Ramsey Canyon
After lunch in Willcox, head to Sierra Vista and make your first stop Ramsey Canyon, an extremely unique interplay of geology, biology, topography, and climate. The canyon nurtures over 170 varieties of birds, including 14 species of hummingbirds.
6
SIERRA VISTA:
Dinner
Pizzeria Mimosa
Pizzeria Mimosa offers authentic Neapolitan Pizza. They are committed to serving fresh, local, sustainable and artisan ingredients and delivering delectable food in an entertaining and communal atmosphere. Buon Appetito!
7
SIERRA VISTA:
Attraction
Tombstone Brew Pub – Sierra Vista
Founded in 2016, Tombstone Brewing Company brought world class beer to the Town Too Tough to Die. Now brewing in the Hummingbird Capital of the U.S., they craft ales and lagers that range from the traditional to the far reaches of what beer can be. TBC seeks to create an inviting, laid-back environment where people can casually gather for a pint as well as providing an exciting destination within a destination for beer lovers.
8
SIERRA VISTA:
Hotel
Overnight Options
Sierra Vista offers numerous lodging options throughout the city, including hotels, motels, B&Bs, and more.
DAY 3
1
BISBEE:
Breakfast
Bisbee Breakfast Club
After enjoying the day in Sierra Vista, get an early start and enjoy a quick breakfast in Bisbee. The Bisbee Breakfast Club is a local favorite with friendly service and yummy food.
2
BISBEE:
Attraction
Queen Mine Tour
Tour the Copper Queen Mine, one of the most productive copper mines of the 20th century. During the pre-tour safety meeting riders are fitted with a mining lantern, safety helmet, and lightweight, high-visibility vest, before riding the mine train 1500 feet into the mine.
3
BISBEE:
Lunch
Contessa’s Cantina
After getting your mine “fix”, head over to Contessa’s Cantina for their traditional Mexican food and full bar.
4
BISBEE:
Attraction
Brewery Gulch
After lunch, it’s time for shopping and a self-guided tour of Brewery Gulch, part of Bisbee’s quaint downtown, complete with microbreweries and shops.
5
BISBEE:
Dinner
Cafe Roka
Cafe Roka is a culinary experience in the heart of Old Bisbee featuring locally sourced ingredients, exciting flavor combinations, and regional influences.
6
BISBEE:
Attraction
Ghost Tour
The Old Bisbee Ghost Tour brings you the haunted and macabre stories of Bisbee, Arizona. Voted the best attraction in Bisbee and the best ghost tour in Arizona!
7
BISBEE:
Attraction
Old Bisbee Brewing Company
The Old Bisbee Brewing Company is a microbrewery producing award-winning artisan beers and distiller of the glacial-blue Bisbee Blue Gin.
8
BISBEE:
Hotel
Overnight Options
Bisbee has a wonderful mix of lodging establishments, each with its own unique personality and style.
DAY 4
1
DOUGLAS:
Breakfast
Mana Bakery
After a fun-filled day in Bisbee, it’s time to depart for Douglas and start the morning with breakfast at Mana Restaurant and Bakery.
2
DOUGLAS:
Attraction
Gadsden Hotel
The Gadsden, opened in November 1907, welcomes you with its majestic lobby and impressive staircase made of white Italian marble and the massive pink marble columns with hand-layered 24k gold leafing.
Photo Credit: Amanda Baillie
3
DOUGLAS:
Attraction
Douglas-Williams House
The Williams House is a museum hosting displays and exhibits featuring the history of Douglas as a turn-of-the-century copper smelting town.
4
DOUGLAS:
Lunch
La Fiesta Cafe
The La Fiesta Cafe is a traditional Mexican, family style restaurant and coffee shop.
5
TOMBSTONE:
Attraction
Outlaw Zipline
Ziplining is a unique, exciting, and unforgettable adventure. Fly across Rattlesnake Gulch on the Outlaw Zipline located in historic Tombstone. Have a shooting contest with laser guns or just test your marksmanship skills – all while zipping down the line. Come join the fun!
6
TOMBSTONE:
Attraction
Tombstone Brewing Company
Tombstone Brewing Company offers an inviting, laid-back destination for beer lovers, crafting ales and lagers that range from the traditional to the far reaches of what beer can be.
7
TOMBSTONE:
Dinner
The Longhorn Restaurant
The Longhorn Restaurant is the oldest continually operated restaurant in Tombstone, offering steaks, ribs, and other American classics.
8
BENSON:
Hotel
Triangle T Guest Ranch
Triangle T Guest Ranch is one of Southern Arizona’s best-kept secrets. The ranch offers half-day and full-day horseback-riding, and the area is ideal for mountain-biking, hiking, and birding. At night, the 10 well-appointed casitas and cabins give guests a comfortable place to crash after enjoying the outdoors all day.
DAY 5
1
BENSON:
Breakfast
Historic Horseshoe Cafe
A staple for diner food and desserts since 1936, the Horseshoe Cafe offers all-day breakfast, classic fried comfort foods, a full bar, and everything in between.
Photo Credit: Amanda Baillie
2
BENSON:
Attraction
Benson Mural Tour
The Benson Clean and Beautiful Committee has commissioned artist Doug Quarles to paint historic murals on walls around Benson for years. Take the self-guided walking tour and see over 42 murals around town
3
BENSON:
Lunch
Mi Casa Restaurant
Located in Benson, Mi Casa is a renowned family-owned and operated restaurant. Dishes are made with locally sourced ingredients. The dishes are filling, but be sure to save room for dessert. The carrot cake is incredible!
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TRIP CONCLUDES:
Depart
Benson to Tucson
As you wrap up your trip and prepare to head home, you’ll head along I-10 West for approximately 40 miles to Tucson.
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