PHOENIX WINE FIELD GUIDE
Sedona from Above: A Six‑Hour Flight-and‑Wine Circuit Out of Phoenix
A 6-hour experience that pairs a narrated air tour from Deer Valley with limo-bus visits to three Verde Valley wineries and a vineyard picnic.
Sedona from Above: A Six‑Hour Flight-and‑Wine Circuit Out of Phoenix.
Embark on a breathtaking air tour over Arizona’s varied terrain — from the rugged isolation of the Tonto National Forest and the Mazatzal Wilderness to the fire-scarred ridge of Pine Mountain and the famed red rocks of Sedona — then descend to the Verde Valley for a relaxed afternoon of winery tastings and a picnic amid vineyard views.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Scenic, Narrated Flight
Depart Deer Valley for a narrated flight that arcs over the Tonto National Forest and Mazatzal Wilderness, passes Pine Mountain, and enters the Verde Valley — an aerial primer on central Arizona’s geological and ecological variety.
Verde Valley and Sedona Red Rocks
The flight brings you into the Verde Valley — home to Montezuma’s Well — and the iconic red-rock formations of Sedona; you’ll land at the Sedona airport to begin the on-ground portion of the day.
Three Wineries and a Vineyard Picnic
After landing, relax in luxury limo-bus accommodations while visiting three area wineries; sample wines in tasting-room settings, enjoy a picnic lunch at one vineyard, and complimentary cheeses and bottled water are available throughout the day (wine tastings may incur additional charges).
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The tour threads a graceful arc: a morning takeoff from Deer Valley, an informative aerial sweep over desert wilderness and red-rock country, a landing in Sedona, then a slow, comfortable afternoon riding a limo bus between three wineries with tastings, a picnic lunch, complimentary cheeses and bottled water, and a return flight that tracks scenic canyons and rim country back to Phoenix.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
A selection of complimentary cheeses and bottled water will be available throughout the day.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the tour depart?
The tour departs from Deer Valley Airport in North Phoenix.
How long is the tour and what are the times?
Duration is six hours; the tour departs Deer Valley Airport at 9:00am and returns by approximately 3:00pm.
How many wineries do we visit and are tastings included?
The itinerary includes visits to three area wineries; wine tastings are available but additional charges apply.
Is food or drink provided?
A delicious picnic lunch is served at one of the vineyards, and a selection of complimentary cheeses and bottled water is available throughout the day.
What ground transportation is provided between wineries?
Guests travel between wineries in luxury limo-bus accommodations, included as part of the day.
How is booking handled?
This tour is booked on a first-come/first-served basis; the operator will confirm availability with you after booking.