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Guided Tempe Craft Brew Experience

Guided Tempe Craft Brew Experience

Guided Tempe craft beer and cider tasting tour across four breweries with behind-the-scenes access and appetizers.

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Tour Overview

Try a variety of local craft beers and ciders (non-alcoholic options available) across four Tempe breweries and cideries on a guided tasting tour featuring behind-the-scenes access and appetizers.

Duration: 4.5 Hours

Tour Highlights

  • Four Local Venues: Visit a rotating selection of Tempe’s top-rated breweries and cideries.
  • Curated Tastings: 60–96 oz of beer and cider per guest, with non-alcoholic options available.
  • How Beer Is Made: Step into the brewing facilities for a guided look at the equipment and process.
  • Food Included: One shared appetizer per two guests at a selected venue.
  • All-Inclusive Transport: Luxury Mercedes limo-styled Sprinter Van with expert driver and beer guide.
  • Local Insights: Learn grain-to-glass techniques that define Arizona’s regional beer profiles.

Tour Itinerary

Your journey begins at your Tempe meeting point, where you’ll join your expert driver and beer guide for a seamless afternoon in the local beer scene. The 4.5-hour tour runs from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM, visiting four handpicked venues.

At each stop, you’ll enjoy curated pints or flights (60–96 oz total per guest) while your guide shares the story behind the brewery or cidery, the history of the region, and what makes each spot award-winning. One stop includes a guided “how beer is made” walk-through of the production facilities. A shared appetizer (one per two guests) is provided along the way, with bottled water available throughout the tour.

Pricing

$135 per person.
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: Expert driver and beer guide.
  • Beverages: 60–96 oz of beer and cider per guest; non-alcoholic options available.
  • Food: One shared appetizer per two guests at a selected venue.
  • Hydration: Bottled water available throughout the tour.
  • Transportation: Luxury Mercedes limo-styled Sprinter Van with round-trip transit between designated Tempe pick-up locations.

What to Bring

  • Footwear: Comfortable closed-toe shoes.
  • Clothing: Weather-appropriate layers.
  • Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
  • Personal Items: Camera, medications, and a small bag for personal essentials.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 4.5 hours, running from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Public tours operate year-round, Thursday through Sunday.

What’s included in this tour?

Round-trip transportation from designated Tempe pick-up locations, a professional guide, tastings at four breweries or cideries (60–96 oz total per guest), one shared appetizer per two guests, and bottled water.

Are non-alcoholic options available?

Some venues offer non-alcoholic beverages, though availability varies. Let your guide know your preferences at the start of the tour.

Where does the tour depart?

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. Your confirmation email includes your pick-up window and meeting instructions. A minimum of two guests is required for the tour to operate.

What is the minimum age?

All guests must be 21 or older and present a valid government-issued ID. This requirement is set by Arizona liquor laws and enforced at each venue.

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