My family of four had a stupendous time on our e-bike tour through Saguaro National Park. Our…read moreguide, Jeff Carter, was fun, informative, and most importantly, kept us safe as we navigated the roads/trails. Riding a bike through the park is a wonderful experience, and e-bikes make it possible for an average person to do the whole ride, hills and all, with ease. There is really nothing else like it, and it's an experience one doesn't soon forget.

Great outfit to bike through the Saguaro National Park East and our guide John was…read moreoutstanding....thoughtful, knowledgeable and very friendly. It's very unique due to it being a 9 mile loop (shared with cars, but they do not go fast) and stops along the way. John shared just the right amount of information......personally, too much takes away the experience, and was very helpful with the bike. E-bikes are the only way to manage the hills and it's easy. They do provide "backpacks" attached to the bike for water or other items. We had a beautiful day.

My tulip tour was phenomenal. It had Bern on my bucket list for years and all of the expectations…read morewere satisfied.

Eric rosenberg, owner, will not respond to multiple requests from a loyal and repeat customer since…read more2006. he is refusing to address a $4046 trip that never took place. poorly planned flights by the company coupled with unavoidable travel problems made the logistics of executing the itinerary completely impossible through no fault of my own. despite the fact that i was unable to make the trip, i was more than willing to pay for the one way flight that i did use from tucson to dallas. however, none of the other prepaid services such as hotel, transportation, food and guided tours were ever rendered to me and are therefore due to me via refund, or at the very least as a future credit. i am only interested in getting what is justly due to me and the complete refusal to address me as a valuable client should raise red flags for anyone considering using this tour company. he and his company are a disgrace.

We really had a wonderful time. It's a great way to see downtown at night, if you were afraid to go…read morebefore. The stories are interesting, and makes you wanna do a little more research.

Emily gave a great tour. We learned a lot and ghost John turned a key in her hand at TEP. I…read moreenjoyed the Hotel, the train station, the Fox Theatre and all the spots that were covered on this Two hour tour. It's all walking and standing except for a short break so keep that in mind before you sign up.

Book with caution! I…read morebooked online and he didn't show up, leaving me waiting outside of my hotel. When I finally got in contact with him, he claimed it was a problem with his website and offered to pick me up the next day. Then he didn't show up AGAIN, with no phone call. Lost two days because of Timothy.

Yelp Review for Tucson Mountain Tour (On Behalf of Susan)…read more Unfortunately, my first visit to Arizona was nearly derailed due to an extremely disappointing experience with Tucson Mountain Tour. I was quoted a round-trip rate of $210 from Tucson Airport to Pima, AZ by the owner--a price far below industry standard, which initially seemed like a blessing. However, after confirming with someone named Timothy and being told he would follow up, I never received a return call. This happened one day before my flight from Savannah, Georgia, leaving me scrambling for alternative transportation. Thankfully, I found a compassionate provider who honored the quoted rate just so I wouldn't have to cancel my trip to see an ailing cousin. What should have been a $700+ round trip was generously matched by someone who put my situation first--something I had hoped Tucson Mountain Tour would do. The lack of professionalism, courtesy, and follow-through was disheartening. No one should be left hanging, especially after committing to travel plans based on what seemed to be a reliable arrangement. As an educator who works with autistic children, I value communication and integrity--qualities that were sadly lacking here. I sincerely hope Tucson Mountain Tour reflects on this experience and chooses to treat future travelers with greater respect and reliability."

A nice getaway! We reserved camping spot #11, and the site is on a slope. The pros about the site…read moreare you are away from people. The background is gorgeous with the pine trees and the mountain. The cons are going up and down to get camping gear from the parking area. The campsite is not recommended for the elderly or people with ambulatory challenges. Here are things to consider before camping at Rose Canyon Campground: 1. Bring a source of light (I.e., flashlight, headlight, and LED lantern light.) It's very dark at night, and there is no light source. 2. A gas camping grill. There is a fire ban during my stay. So that's mean can't BBQ and make a campfire. 3. Make a portable bathroom with a privacy tent. The campground has a vault toilet. It's a walk, and it's very dark at night. 4. Pack up on the hand sanitizer and baby wipes because there are no handwashing stations. Or you can make your own handwashing area. 5. Most important of all is to bring plenty of water. The campsite can be reserve and get info at -https://camprrm.com/parks/arizona/tucson/rose-canyon-campground/ Happy Camping!

This WAS one of my favorite campgrounds…read more While checking in at Rose Canyon Campground 9/23/22 with my reservation, I was asked to show my Senior Annual Pass. I ALWAYS have my hangtag with my Senior Annual Pass to show. Shane, at kiosk, said Recreation.gov ONLY honors Senior Lifetime Pass. Shane charged me extra $52.00 because I didn't have a Senior Lifetime Pass. My friends behind me in their car were witnessing this transaction. After my camping trip up at Rose Canyon Campground, I went to Sabino Canyon Visitor Center to inquire about why Recreation.gov changed their Senior Passes and how I had to pay an additional fee of $52.00. The employees showed me their brochure which clearly states that my Senior Annual Pass was VALID and I should have NOT BEEN CHARGED the extra fees !. I promptly notified Recreation.gov and through lengthy emails, screen shots of charges, Rose Canyon Campground Facility Manager said that I DID NOT SHOW my Senior Annual Pass to Shane and that's why I was charged!!! WOW !!! MY FRIENDS WERE EYE WITNESSES THAT I SHOWED MY HANGTAG TO SHANE !!! I know the PROTOCOL because I camp a lot and KNOW TO SHOW MY HANGTAG WITH MY SENIOR ANNUAL PASS !!! Rose Canyon Campground Facility Manager has accused me of something I did not do in order for them NOT to reimburse me for the extra fees of $52.00. *** How many SENIOR CITIZENS have they done this to ??? SHAME ON YOU ROSE CANYON CAMPGROUND FACILITY MANAGER AND SHANE FOR EXTRA CHARGES AND TREATING A SENIOR CITIZEN FREQUENT CAMPER AT ROSE CANYON CAMPGROUND IN THIS MANNER !!!

The walk around downtown Tucson can be enjoyable, but don't count on the Turquoise Trail. It is…read morefaded to gray in many places, seems to just end in places and is not easy to navigate.

For a different adventure, some of my friends suggested we try the turquoise trail. I never had…read moreheard of it before, but one of my friends said it is a self guided tour that you can take downtown of all the historical landmarks to learn more about the history and the beginnings of Tucson. Starting at 196 Court St., one can follow the Turquoise trail for a 2 1/2 mile loop through downtown Tucson that features some of the original historical landmarks of the city as well as historical monuments. It is clearly marked by a painted turquoise stripe that runs along the sidewalk. It begins at the Presidio Museum, located at the northeast corner of the original Presidio San Agustin del Tucson which dates back to 1775. Also, there are self-guided walking brochures available at the Presidio Museum - 196 N. Court Ave.; Tucson Visitors Center - 115 N. Church Ave; Hotel Congress - 311 Congress St. or the Marriott Hotel - 151 E. Broadway Blvd. Even though I grew up in the city, I would walk it again and again as I feel I could never learn enough about the history and roots of this city.

We have been to Tanque Verde twice, and absolutely loved it both times. The staff are so friendly…read moreand welcoming, and most of them have been there a very long time. There are a wide assortment of rooms. Last time we had a nice Casita. This time we were in a smaller room, but it still had a wood-burning fireplace, which was so cozy on chilling evenings, The property is beautiful, the trail rides are wonderful and the desert landscape is stunning. It is such a treat to be around and ride the horses. We also went on great walks, hikes. They also have tons of activities I'd like to try next time, like pickleball, tennis, archery, fishing, etc. The pool area and Jacuzzi is so relaxing and beautiful. My husband loved the saloon, and it was a fun watering hole for happy hour. I was doing Dry January, and the bartender made me a tasty mocktail, and we met some nice people. The food was very good. We were there for Friday prime rib night, which was awesome, and loved the salad and soup bar. Looking forward to our next trip and hope to bring more family or friends next time!

This review is for Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, where I stayed for a local art retreat…read more Upon Arrival: The two front desk clerks were busy when I arrived, so Valorie who works up front offered to assist me. My room request was accommodated which I appreciated. Valorie gave me several documents to be aware of, including the list of events at the Ranch, costs and requirements. While I was going to be involved in the art retreat all day during my stay, to know these options existed was great and perhaps if I return I would take advantage of them. Be sure to get a map of the property so you can find your room and know where to park if you have a car! While buildings are marked, there are twists and turns on the roads into the property and within the property, so it is helpful to have a map you can use throughout your stay. Guest Room: Was clean upon arrival. There was an extra blanket in the closet which I appreciated since it got down to the 40's at night during my stay. The water in the shower came out nice and hot! There is a coffee pot with regular and decaf coffee stocked each day, iron and ironing board, a small mini fridge for beverages, a safe in the clothes closet, but no microwave. Therefore, for those of you who have gotten used to a microwave in the room, be aware the Ranch does not supply one, but there was coffee, hot water and tea in the restaurant building which you can access along with granola bars and fresh fruit. There was a fireplace in my room, but there was not any wood in the fireplace nor outside the room door. Because the fireplace was around the corner from the bedroom, I did not call the front desk to inquire about having a fire started or wood delivered because I prefer to have eyeballs on fire at all times and a fire would not have been in my sight had I gone to bed while it was still smoldering. Food: Considering the kitchen staff was serving a large number of people at the art retreat at the same time, they did a good job of getting the food out on time, items kept up with being supplied, and having the guests beverages brought to tables timely. Issue: There was a barbecue on Wednesday night which was a great idea with music and large pit fires going to keep us warm because it was chilly outside. But the outdoor temperature made it hard to keep the food warm and by the time we went through the food line and sat down at one of the picnic tables, the food was cold so we passed on this meal after realizing the food temperature issue (chicken, beef, ribs, mac and cheese, and beans). Grounds: There was a fairly decent rain storm a day prior to the Retreat arrival, which resulted in the horse barns, stable areas, and the cattle areas were soaked and muddy. This meant the manure was also being trampled into the mud. Therefore, the smell of manure permeated the Ranch until everything had a chance to dry out by the end of the week. The Ranch hands used machinery to pile up the waste to try to get it out from underneath the animals, but the smell was what it was due to the circumstances. I only bring it up to say, if you don't mind this odor or if you are going to be at the Ranch when rain is not in the forecast, this won't be an issue. But, it is a "Ranch" so some things mixed with mother nature, cannot be avoided! Overall, I found the grounds to be quiet. I heard the guests next to me coming and going when they slammed their room door, but otherwise, it was quiet, which I very much appreciated, since I went there for a personal art Retreat. Staff: The staff at the Ranch were all very pleasant and tried to make people happy. There are golf carts to get people where they are going, or for those who do not want to walk on the uneven surface or prefer not to walk for any reason. Staff tried to make the stay enjoyable. Memorable Issue: There was a power outage during our stay at 8:00 PM. Our group was in The Barn when this happened. Staff said this has never happened before. We were instructed to head to reception so we could be directed accordingly (guest rooms needing a fire for heat as an example). By the time we got to reception flash lights and lanterns for light were all distributed because there was a large group on-site. Therefore, one of the staff walked me back to my room with their cell phone light. When we got to my room I told him my phone flash light only had about 26% life remaining on it. A staff member came with a flash light about an hour later. I believe the Ranch would benefit from a disaster kit which is kept on-site with at least one flashlight per room (among other items) that can be distributed to guests. The electric came back on about 1:00 am, but it was a cold dark night with no heat with the outside temperature in the 40's that night in the dark. This brought my overall rating down to four stars as a result. Overall: This would be a great family vacation or to stay at if you love dude ranches and horses!

Tom m, our tour/history guide and driver extraordinaire was UH MAZE ING! This was such a fun and…read moreinformative tour I'm going to take it every single time I have out-of-town guests. I would also recommend this tour even if you've lived in Tucson for 20+ years. The stories, the history, the history, the idea triggering moments for things to do in and around town just blew my mind! Murals, murals and more murals and the stop at the train station.... WOW! Fun ideas for date night or time with friends or even rolling solo. I was absolutely blown away by this amazing tour and I highly HIGHLY suggest you check it out as soon as you can. Time flies because you are having so much fun! Also, you have got to check out his podcast, https://www.lifealongthestreetcar.org/ Tom interviews Tucsonans who are movers and shakers in town and make this place such an exciting and interesting place to live and visit.....

I have lived in Tucson for almost 30 years and had no idea the fascinating history it holds. Tom…read morewas a fantastic tour guide sharing his knowledge with a fun educational twist. You shouldn't pass this tour up, you will love it!