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Spend the day with us as we visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest and largest botanical garden in the state of Arizona. Following this self guided tour, we will head to Queen Creek Olive Mill and enjoy a delicious lunch + a tour!
Spend the day with us as we visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest and largest botanical garden in the state of Arizona. Following this self guided tour, we will head to Queen Creek Olive Mill and enjoy a delicious lunch + a tour!
Experience the lush beauty of the Upland Sonoran Desert at Arizonas oldest and largest botanical garden, Boyce Thompson Arboretum. On your private-guided tour, you will see plant collections from the worlds deserts, historic buildings, and hidden gardens along miles of trails. The Arboretum, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, was founded in 1924 and sits on 400 acres surrounding Picket Post House, its founders winter home. Enjoy 4.7 miles of trails, many accessible, and gardens representing 11 different regions of the world.
At Queen Creek Olive Mill youll be enrolled in Olive Oil 101, a comprehensive class about the Olive Mill that takes you through the Blossom to Bottle process. Queen Creek Olive Mill is the sole producer of extra virgin olive oil in Arizona. Enjoy the class and tour, wander through the gift shop, and savor a farm-to-table style lunch in the grove.
Inclusions
Motorcoach
Guide
Entry to Boyce Arboretum
Queen Creek Olive 101 Tour
Lunch at Queen Creek Olive Mill
Bottled Water
Exclusions
Driver and Guide Gratuity
Cancellation Insurance
Day Excursion
We’ll start the day with a scenic drive to Queen Creek Canyon, near Superior, AZ, to visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum. On your private-guided tour, you’ll experience the lush beauty of the Upland Sonoran Desert at Arizona’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Then we’ll head back towards the Valley to the Queen Creek Olive Mill. Arizona’s sole producer of extra virgin olive oil. Take part in Olive Oil 101 and enjoy a delicious farm to table lunch in the grove.
Your menu options at Queen Creek Olive Mill include choice of salad or sandwich, a side of Del Piero olives, Extra Virgin Olive Oil cupcake and fountain drink. (Alcoholic beverages available for purchase.)
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Closed toe shoes and dress in layers
Queen Creek | October | 87 / 61°F
This is perfect for those who want a balanced approach to travel. Its comfortable for walking at least 30-45 minutes over a variety of terrains, and perfect for those who want to explore a new city on foot. With a few hills or flights of stairs, this product level is perfect for those who like to take in everything their destination has to offer.
Lunch Choices (Choose One sandwich or salad)
· Sandwiches
Lucca Turkey
Caprese del Piero- Heirloom tomatoes, garden basil, fresh mozzarella, drizzled with Balanced Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Traditional Balsamic Reduction, on house-made focaccia
Kalamata- The Pork Shop Kalamata salami, genoa salami, capicola, herb roasted tomatoes, green leaf lettuce, provolone, red onion, zesty herb crema on Italian roll
· Salads
Italian Chopped Salad
Olive Farmers Caesar Salad
· Side
Kettle Cooked Chips
· Dessert
Extra Virgin Olive Oil cupcake (Choose One)
Vanilla Bean
Double Chocolate
Meyer Lemon
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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Bell Recreation Center | Bell Recreation Center 16820 North 99th Ave. (Corner of 99th and Hutton) |
Burger King Superstition | Burger King Superstition 6820 East Superstition Springs Blvd, Mesa |
Fords Travel SunCity West | Fords Travel Sun City West 13593 West Camino Del Sol, Sun City West |
Pebble Creek | Pebble Creek (Eagle's Nest Parking Lot) 3645 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear AZ |
Sun Lakes Cottonwood | Sun Lakes Cottonwood 25630 Brentwood Drive, Sun Lakes AZ |
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