Tucson, Arizona
Established in 1692 by a Spanish Jesuit priest, Tucson is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Today, this historical city is popular year-round, with guest ranches, resorts, health spas, and golf courses. The Tucson area also offers diverse natural and artistic attractions. Hike in the Saguaro National Monument where the honored cacti can grow up to 50 feet tall and live more than 200 years. Visit Old Tucson, the legendary wild west town of Tombstone brings you back to the site of the Earp- Clanton shoot-out at the O.K. Corral.
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Tucson, Arizona
Established in 1692 by a Spanish Jesuit priest, Tucson is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Today, this historical city is popular year-round, with guest ranches, resorts, health spas, and golf courses. The Tucson area also offers diverse natural and artistic attractions. Hike in the Saguaro National Monument where the honored cacti can grow up to 50 feet tall and live more than 200 years. Visit Old Tucson, the legendary wild west town of Tombstone brings you back to the site of the Earp- Clanton shoot-out at the O.K. Corral. Package Includes:- Choice of accommodations
- Hotel taxes
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should go?
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Hiking, biking, horseback riding, and birdwatching.
Golfers
Numerous championship courses are available.
Families
Hispanic culture and Wild West history
What's the climate like?
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Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Autumn |
| Average High |
66° F |
82° F |
99° F |
83° F |
| Average Low |
40° F |
52° F |
71° F |
57° F |
| Average Rainfall |
1.0" |
0.4" |
1.5" |
1.1" |
Located in the southern region of Mexico, Acapulco has beautiful weather year round.
How do I get around town?
Tucson International Airport is located just 10 miles from downtown Tucson.
Transfers
Transfers are not included with WorldVacations packages. To get to your hotel, a shared van or rental car is the best way to go.
Rental Car
Tucson is a sprawling community, so if you plan on doing some traveling, an air-conditioned car or van rental is the most convenient way to go.
Bus
Sun Tran operates buses all over Tucson and will get you in the general area you'd like to go. Fares are just $1.
Trolley
Historic electric streetcars operate on a track between the Fourth Avenue business district and the University of Arizona.
4x4
Many companies offer 4WD tours into the surrounding desert, lasting anywhere from four hours to all day and stressing themes from ghost towns to natural history to Indian petroglyphs and ruins.
What kinds of dining and nightlife are available?
Tucson is known as the Mexican Food Capital of the U.S., and is the birthplace of the "chimichanga," a flour tortilla filled with meat or cheese, rolled and deep-fried. Try any of these restaurants to feed your appetite:
El Charro Mexican Cafe
The Nation's Oldest Mexican Restaurant in continuous operation by the same family, features traditional Sonoran-style and innovative Tucson-style cuisine.
Café Poca Cosa
Tucson's most creative Mexican restaurant. The menu changes daily, servings are plentiful, and each table gets a stack of warm corn tortillas and a bowl of beans to share.
The Dish
In Tucson, ranked #1 in food by Zagat, but not the most expensive. This is a perfect place for a quiet dinner with great dishes and a fantastic wine selection.
J Bar
The casual (and affordable) offshoot to the elegant and adjacent, Janos. Nuevo Latino specialties, convivial social scene, and fabulous margaritas.
Mi Nidito
A bargain Mexican hideaway and local favorite. No reservations accepted and serves until 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Wildflower
Contemporary American dishes will delight your palate in this elegant Tucson eatery. Has a pretty covered patio with views of the mountains.
Tucson, known as Arizona's most cultured city, is one of only a few cities in the United States that is home to a symphony as well as to opera, theater, and ballet companies. Winter is the high season for cultural activities, but the arts are alive and well year-round.
Where should I go shopping?
Much of Tucson's retail activity is focused around malls, but you'll find shops with more character and unique wares in more shopper-friendly areas centered around open plazas: St. Philip's Plaza, Plaza Palomino, Casas Adobes Plaza, and around the junction of Swan Road and Sunrise Drive. Here you can find high-quality leather goods, charro suits for women (silver-buttoned bolero jackets with full riding skirts), Southwest-style jewelry, and artwork.
When are the local events?
For up-to-date information on the goings on in Tucson, pick up the Tucson Weekly, which hits the stands on Thursday, and the Friday Caliente section of the Arizona Daily Star. Here's a listing of some events you may want to check out:
Downtown Saturday Night
First and third Saturday nights of every month. Downtown art-district galleries, studios, and cafés are a buzz of activity from 7pm to 10pm.
Tucson Gem and Mineral Show
February. One of the Southwest's largest and most popular shows of its kind attracts enthusiasts from around the world.
Wyatt Earp Days
May. In honor of the Old West's famous lawman, gunfights, a chili cook-off, mock hangings, an 1880s fashion show, street entertainment, dances, and more fill the streets of Tombstone.
Ladybug Elevation Celebration
June. Take the sky ride to the Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir forest, where temperatures range from 55 to 75 degrees, and see the ladybugs emerge from hibernation.
Winter West Fest
December. Old-fashioned holiday celebration with costumed, strolling musicians and carolers, stage shows, storytelling, and shopping.
What are my golf and recreation options?
Golf
With so much sunshine and near perfect weather, Tucson is home to many wonderful golf courses. Challenge your skills on a desert golf course, or enjoy a more traditional links-style layout. Play the same courses the PGA pro's do, and experience designs by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tom Fazio, Tom Weiskopf, and Jack Nicklaus. Customize your clients' vacation with discounted greens fees from WorldVacations. Your clients will gain access to hotel-affiliated golf courses with a stay at select hotels.
Hotel-Affiliated Courses:
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Displays the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert with a backdrop of the Santa Catalina Mountains, plus rated as one of America's 20 best courses by Golf Magazine. Both courses designed by Tom Fazio.
Canyon Course
Winds through the inspiring beauty of Esperero Canyon and incorporates massive Whaleback Rock.
Mountain Course
One of the most photographed holes west of the Mississippi, #3 plays over 107 yards of cactus and canyons.
The following hotel has use of these courses when the Golf Option is purchased:
- Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Outdoor Adventures
The area surrounding Tucson is perfect for any number of outdoor activities. Take to the hills on the back of a horse or use your own two feet to hike the surrounding area for beautiful desert vistas. Rock climbing and mountain biking are also very popular activities.
Travel tidbits
Great Drive
If you feel like a short drive, go south and stop at Tubac for a stroll, lunch, and some quirky shopping. Then continue to San Xavier Mission. It is acclaimed by many to be the finest example of mission architecture in the United States. It is a graceful blend of Moorish, Byzantine, and late Mexico Renaissance architecture.
Shopping
At opposite ends of the spectrum, visit the Lost Barrio area, south of Broadway around Park for funky shops with Mexican pottery and furnishings. Fourth Avenue also has trendy, cool shops with items. On the upscale side, visit the very fancy La Encantada shopping mall at the corner of Campbell and Sunrise.
Kartchner Caverns State Park
First revealed to the public in 1999, Kartchner Caverns State Park oversees one of the top ten caves in the world, from a mineralogical standpoint. For a wonderful tour of this cave system, take advantage of a tour guided by the Arizona State Parks Department.
Pima Air and Space Museum
Even if you're not “into” planes, you'll love this amazing museum filled with all sorts of airplanes –– Blue Angels, helicopters, bombers, and even JFK's Air Force One, which you can walk through. The museum is the largest Air & Space Museum in the Western United States.
Sabino Canyon
The canyon is a natural desert oasis located in Tucson's Coronado National Forest and is home to spectacular desert landscapes and abundant wildlife. During the winter and summer rainy seasons, pools of water form in rocky outcroppings that wind up among hillsides resplendent with palo verde trees, cholla and prickly pear cactus, and graceful groves of ocotillo. For a delightful way to spend a few hours, take the tram to the top and then walk down.
Good to Know:
Airport Name:
3-letter Code: |
Tucson International Airport
TUS |
| Best Weather: |
October - May |
| Best Values: |
June - August |
| Currency: |
U.S. Dollar |
| Language: |
English |
| Time Zone: |
Tucson is in the Mountain Time Zone, one hour behind Central Standard Time. Tucson does not adjust for Daylight Savings Time. |
| Proof of Citizenship: |
None needed for U.S. citizens. |
| Tipping: |
15%-20% at restaurants, $1-$2 bellman (per bag) $2-$3 valet (per use) $2-$3 maid (per day). |
| Dress: |
Tucson is very casual. Shorts are allowed at most restaurants, except fine dining establishments. Bring a sweater, as some of the evenings in the desert can be quite cool. |
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Tucson, Arizona
The following options are available when you book your vacation package to Tucson:
Golf - Canoa Ranch Golf Club
Address: 5800 S. Camino Del Sol, Green Valley, AZ 85614 Top course designers Lee Schmidt and Brian Hurley created the par-70 golf course Canoa Ranch Golf Club. With its dramatic Arizona desert backdrop and panoramic views of Elephant Head Mountain and Green Valley competing for your concentration, the course will challenge you with 18 demanding holes sporting extreme elevation changes. 18 holes, par 70, 6549 yards, 68.1 rating, 127 slope. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: Yes
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: No
- Restaurant: Yes
- Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through our Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Golf - Heritage Highlands Golf Club
Address: 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd., Marana, AZ 85653 Heritage Highlands Golf Course, nestled at the base of the scenic Tortolita Mountains, lies in lush emerald green contrast to the surrounding desert. The vistas from every Heritage Highlands vantage point are an incomparable panorama of the Tortolita, Catalina, Rincon, Tucson and Santa Rita Mountains, as well as the Tucson cityscape below. 18 holes, par 72, 6904 yards, 72.5 rating, 136 slope. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: No
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: No
- Restaurant: Yes
- Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through our Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Golf - Starr Pass Golf Club
Address: 3645 West Starr Pass Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745 The Rattler: The longest of the three nines at Starr Pass Country Club & Spa begins with a stunning view of the city and surrounding mountain ranges. You will play over natural arroyos while enjoying the scenic beauty of true desert golf. Hole #5 is one to remember. This demanding Par 5 with a split fairway will leave you very pleased if you are lucky enough to earn your par here. Guest will play two nine hole courses together; making it a Par 73, 6900 yard, 71.8 rating, 140 slope of a course. The Roadrunner: These nine holes begin just steps outside of the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa and offer unsurpassed views of the entire facility. With dramatic elevation changes and the swirling winds created by the Tucson Mountains, these nine holes will truly test players of all levels. Hole #3 offers an amazing view of the resort, city and surrounding mountains; however, be alert, this Par 3 plays severely downhill. You would be well advised to select your club very carefully. Guest will play two nine hole courses together; making it a Par 73, 6900 yard, 71.8 rating, 140 slope of a course. The Coyote: These nine holes will take you through a very serene and quiet area of the golf course. You will quite likely see more wildlife on this stretch of holes including jackrabbits, quails or possibly even a local family of deer. Hole #6 is the Signature hole in the Coyote Nine. This Par 4 offers a risk/reward option from the tee. With a large outcropping of natural rock in the landing area, a decision must be made whether to lay up from in front of the outcropping or drive past it, which will leave a much shorter approach shot to the green. Guest will play two nine hole courses together; making it a Par 73, 6900 yard, 71.8 rating, 140 slope of a course. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: No
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: Yes
- Restaurant/Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through our Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Golf - Torres Blancas Golf Club
Address: 3223 S. Abergo Drive, Green Valley, AZ 85614 Nestled in the Santa Cruz River Valley at the foot of the beautiful Santa Rita Mountains, Torres Blancas is regarded as one of the best championship golf courses in southern Arizona. Designed by Lee Trevino, Ocampo and Fernandez, this course is known for its immaculate fairways and greens year-round. 18 holes, par 72, 6997 yards, 72.5 rating, 128 slope. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: No
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: No
- Restaurant: Yes
- Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through our Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Golf - Ventana Canyon Golf Club
Address: 6200 N. Clubhouse Lane, Tucson, AZ 85750 Ventana Canyon’s Mountain and Canyon courses are nestled against the dramatic backdrop of Tucson, Arizona's beautiful Santa Catalina foothills are two incredible golf courses in Ventana Canyon, the Ventana Canyon Mountain and Canyon Courses. Both courses were designed by Tom Fazio and have won Golf Magazine's Gold Medal Award and Links Magazine's Best of Golf Award. Both golf courses are equally as impressive and are "must plays" for every level. Ventana Canyon is a Troon Golf maintained facility, so it goes without saying that golf course conditioning is perfect and minor details are covered to make your experience a memorable one. Canyon course has 18 holes, par 72, 6819 yards, 72.6 rating and a slope of 140. Mountain course has 18 holes, par 72, 6907 yards, 70.0 rating and a slope of 147. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: No
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: Yes
- Restaurant/Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through our Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Golf - Vistoso Golf Club
Address: 955 West Vistoso Highlands Drive, Tucson, AZ 85737 Located about 17 miles north of downtown Tucson sits one of the most beautiful golf courses you will ever have a chance to play. The Golf Club at Vistoso is the premier public layout in the Tucson area. Designed by Tom Weiskoph, Vistoso is nestled between the Tortolita and Santa Catalina Mountains. This is a pristine desert scene, with giant Saguaro cactus, beautiful flora, abundant desert wildlife and spectacular mountain views. Nominated by Golf Digest as one of the "Best New Public Courses of 1996" and the "Number Six Public Course in Arizona for 1997," the Golf Club at Vistoso has acquired a reputation for creating the perfect golf experience for our quests and providing the highest level of quality service by maintaining an immaculate facility that exceeds the players expectations. 18 holes, par 72, 6952 yards, 72.1 rating and a slope of 147. Package Inclusions:- Round of golf: Yes
- Shared golf cart: Yes
- Practice facility: No
- Taxes: Yes
Services:- Caddies: No
- Club Rental: Yes
- Cart Rental: Yes (Included)
- Driving Range: No
- Range Balls: Yes
- Shoe Rental: No
- Putting Green: Yes
- Chipping Area: Yes
- Locker Room: Yes
- Restaurant/Lounge: Yes
- Club Storage: Yes
- Golf Lessons: Yes
Dress Code: Collared shirts, no denim, no cut offs, and no sandals. Tee Times: Detailed instructions on how to confirm tee times will be provided on your travel documents. A phone number will be provided to allow you to book tee times up to 90 days in advance of play. Cancellation Policy: All confirmed tee times must be cancelled ten (10) business days prior to the date of play. Tee times cancelled within nine (9) business days or no-show at the course will be non- refundable. If play is unavailable due to inclement weather a refund may be requested through MLT Customer Relations Department upon completion of your trip. Details will be provided on travel documents.
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Car Rentals
We feature rental cars from Alamo Rent A Car , National Car Rental and Avis, offering you the flexibility and convenience to travel when and where you want. Plus with Avis, you'll earn up to 500 OnePass bonus miles with every qualifying paid rental at participating locations.
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Private Limousine Transfers
Passengers may pre-purchase roundtrip Private Limousine transfers from the airport to their hotel. Private Limousine service at its finest, offers luxury and convenience with direct service from the airport to your hotel. Each limousine includes privacy partitions, tinted windows, leather interior, TV/VCR, stero, cellular phones, and crystal stemware. For your comfort and convenience, each limousine is stocked with the newpaper and a refreshment bar with chilled bottled water and an assortment of soft drinks. Professional, courteous drivers offer an extensive knowledge of the Tucson area. Private Car Services Offered:- Limousine: Six person maximum including reasonable baggage allowance
Arrival: Passengers will be met at the Baggage Claim area of Tucson International Airport. The greeter will have a name placard with the passengers name on it. The passengers should identify themselves to the chauffer and proceed to claim luggage. The greeter will wait with the passengers and assure a smooth transition to the chauffer and limousine awaiting their arrival. Return: Passenger will be met at a designated hotel pick up location 2 ½ hours before their flight times and dropped off at the appropriate terminal at Tucson International Airport. Hours of operation: 24 hours, 7 days a week Services provided by The Driver Provider. No refunds for unused services.
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Private Sedan Transfers
Passengers may pre-purchase roundtrip Sedan private car transfers from the airport to their hotel. Private car transfers are available to select properties in the Tucson metropolitan area. This includes J.W. Marriott Starr Pass Resort, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Windmill Inn at St. Phillips Plaza and Hilton El Conquistador. Sedan transfers offer luxury and convenience with direct service from the airport to your hotel. Professional, courteous drivers offer an extensive knowledge of the Tucson area. Private Car Services Offered:- Sedan: Three person maximum including reasonable baggage allowance
Arrival: Passengers will be met at the Baggage Claim area of Tucson International Airport. The chauffeur will have a name placard with the passenger's name on it. The passengers should identify themselves to the chauffer and proceed to claim luggage. Return: Passenger will be met at a designated hotel pick up location 2 ½ hours before their flight times and dropped off at the appropriate terminal at Tucson International Airport. Hours of operation: 24 hours, 7 days a week Services provided by The Driver Provider. No refunds for unused services.
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