Guided Tempe Craft Brew Experience

Tour Highlights

• Four Local Venues: Visit a rotating selection of Tempe's top-rated breweries and cideries.
• Full Tastings: Enjoy one full pint or a flight of four tasters at every stop on the tour.
• Production Access: Step into the brewing facilities for a guided look at the equipment and fermentation process.
• Curated Pairings: Share a signature appetizer for every two guests at a selected venue.
• Insider Payoff: Learn about the specific grain-to-glass techniques that define Arizona's regional beer profiles.
• Photography Tip: Capture the industrial aesthetics and stainless steel tanks during the behind-the-scenes facility walk-through.

Tour Itinerary

Your journey begins at your Tempe meeting point, where you will join your expert driver and guide for a seamless transit into the local beer scene. You will arrive at the first brewery for a tasting orientation featuring your choice of a full pint or flight. This initial stop sets the tone for a guided exploration of the craftsmanship and unique flavor profiles found in Arizona craft beer.

The experience continues through three additional venues, where you will gain behind-the-scenes access to the brewing facilities and enjoy shared appetizers. Between stops, your guide shares local industry insights while you sample a wide range of award-winning ales and lagers. The 4.5-hour trek concludes with reliable return transportation, dropping you back at the original pick-up locations.

Tour Price

$135 per person.
Price includes all applicable taxes.
Transportation from designated meeting points is included in the base rate.

Requirements

• Skill Level: Easy; social experience suitable for all knowledge levels.
• Minimum Age: 21+ years old with a valid government-issued ID.
• Walking: Moderate; involves walking between vehicles and through brewery facilities.
• Elevation: Level terrain; some venues may have stairs or industrial platforms.
• Special Requirements: Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are highly recommended for safety on wet brewery floors.

What's Included

• Professional Guide: Certified driver and craft beer expert.
• Beverages: One pint or flight at each of the four venues visited.
• Food: One shared appetizer provided per two people.
• Hydration: Bottled water available throughout the duration of the tour.
• Transportation: Round-trip transit between designated Tempe pick-up locations.

Season & Departure Times

Public tours operate year-round from Thursday through Sunday. Standard departures begin at 12:00 PM and return by 4:30 PM. Private tour options are available by request for alternate days and times.

Important Notes

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Pick-up locations include Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, Moxy Phoenix Tempe, Marriott Tempe at the Buttes, Graduate by Hilton Tempe, and Catalyst Crafted Ales. A minimum of 2 guests is required for the tour to operate.

Cancellation Policy

This tour has a 72-hour cancellation policy. Please read your confirmation email for details.

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