| If you imagine Arizona as a desert and scrubland, with only the occasional huge cactus dotted over an arid landscape - be prepared for a big surprise! In fact in the USA's sixth largest State, the terrain varies from desert to alpine, there's an abundance of trees and plants...and more than 60% of all types of wildlife species to be found in North America! Arizona's unique geological formations culminate in the awesome Grand Canyon, rising majestically above the Colorado River. Monument Valley has provided a natural setting for many western films and visits to these sites, the ancient Indian ruins at Canyon de Chelly, the spectacular Red Rock country around Sedona and the huge meteorite crater near Winslow should all be included in your itinerary. Rich in frontierland folklaw, homeland of the Apaches and Tombstone, scene of the gunfight at the OK Corral, these and many milestones of memory are to be discovered in colourful Arizona. | |
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STAGECOACH
TRAILS GUEST RANCH
YUCCA - ARIZONA |
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This modern guest ranch in northwest Arizona opened in 2000 but what it lacks in history is more than made up for by the comfort, hospitality and wonderful mountain views it offers. As soon as you leave the corral you will see nothing but beautiful desert scenery surrounded by mountains and the tens of thousands of acres available for riding provide endless trails and riding opportunities.
Rides (minimum age 8) mainly go out twice a day - in May to September rides will leave between 6 to 7 a.m. (be warned!) and 5 to 6 p.m. whilst the rest of the year it'll be around 9.30 a.m. and mid-afternoon. Novice riders can enjoy a slow, scenic ride of about 1 - 1.5 hours. Intermediate riders can enjoy both slow scenic rides as well as walk, trot and loping rides. For the experienced rider there are challenging mountain rides, fast paced loping rides and both full and half-day rides during the cooler months. Stagecoach Trails is almost as proud of its food as it is of its riding programme, and that's really saying something! Three delicious meals are served daily, with special diets catered for with advance notice. The ranch consists of a main frontier lodge and Hualapai dining-room/kitchen separated by a beautiful courtyard. The ranch does not have a liquor licence, but you are more than welcome to bring your own alcoholic beverages. There are two separate guest buildings, housing 10 guest rooms in total. There are also two family units accommodating 4 to 8 guests with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room and a fireplace in each unit. Relax around the wonderful pool or soak those aching limbs in the hot-tub. Alternatively, you could challenge someone to a game of horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, billiards, table-tennis, poker or maybe a board game. Evening activities can include line dancing, cowboy singers and campfires with storytelling. For an extra charge you can hire a quad-bike or have a massage. There is also plenty to do off-ranch, including day trips to the Grand Canyon, fishing on the Colorado River, playing golf at a nearby course, visiting a local ghost town, seeing the famous London Bridge in Lake Havasu City or getting your kicks on Route 66! |
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| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ001 | JAN 1 - APR 30, NOV 16 - Dec 31 | QUEEN BED ROOM | 519 | 619 | N/A | 419 | 4 - 11 |
| MAY 1 - 31, JULY 13 - NOV 15 | QUEEN BED ROOM | 479 | 579 | N/A | 425 | 4 - 11 | |
| JAN 1 - APR 30, NOV 16 - Dec 31 | 2 BEDDED ROOM | 519 | N/A | 475 | 419 | 4 - 11 | |
| MAY 1 - 31, JULY 13 - NOV 15 | 2 BEDDED ROOM | 479 | N/A | 439 | 399 | 4 - 11 |
| DEPOSIT REQUIRED | AIRPORT TRANSFER | GRATUITY CHARGE | SUPPLEMENTS | EXTRAS |
| £150 per person per week | Available from Las Vegas but car hire recommended | £75-£85 per person | Quad or 4 Wheeler rental |
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| PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS | ||||
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GRAPEVINE
CANYON RANCH
PEARCE - ARIZONA |
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| At an altitude of 5000 feet, the air is clear and the views are marvellous from this working ranch, only 85 miles from Tucson, amid groves of Arizona oak, manzanita and mesquite trees. Accommodation is in either casitas or single room cabins, each with private facilities, air conditioning, a refrigerator and a porch with a sun-deck. This ranch does not accept children of less than 12 years of age. Day-long adventure rides can be taken at a slow or fast pace and for advanced riders there are faste 'challenge rides'. At a small extra cost, confident riders can go off-ranch with horses trailered to trail heads, to experience the spectacular rock formation of Chiricahua National Monument. Cattle work, moving herds to new pastures, is sometimes possible at Grapevine, where you can ride just as often or as little as you like. Alternatively, try dummy steer roping, horseshoes, swimming in the pool - open April to October - and competing with allcomers at table tennis, pool or darts. On foot, nature trails lead you to the site of an old Indian village, while nearby you might visit a typical ghost town or the ruins of Fort Bowie.. | ![]() ![]() |
| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ002 | FEB, AUG, SEPT | CASITAS* | 669 | 849 | 695 | 659 | 12 years+ |
| MAR-MAY, OCT-NOV, DEC16-JAN 14 | CASITAS* | 769 | 929 | 699 | 699 | 12 years+ | |
| JUNE-JULY, DEC 1-15, JAN 15-JAN 30 | CASITAS* | 619 | 769 | 619 | 619 | 12 years+ | |
| FEB, AUG, SEPT | CABINS | 619 | 769 | N/A | N/A | 12 years+ | |
| MAR-MAY, OCT-NOV, DEC 16-JAN 14 | CABINS | 699 | 849 | N/A | N/A | 12 years+ | |
| JUNE-JULY, DEC 1-15, JAN 15-JAN 30 | CABINS | 539 | 699 | N/A | N/A | 12 years+ |
| DEPOSIT REQUIRED | AIRPORT TRANSFER | GRATUITY CHARGE | SUPPLEMENTS | EXTRAS |
| £200 per person per week. | £150 round trip per van load from Tucson. | £90-£120 per person (double occupancy). | *CASITAS-Mexican style accommodation |
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WHITE
STALLION RANCH
TUCSON - ARIZONA |
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| A peaceful 3,000 acre Spanish-style ranch, part of a 100,000 acre game reserve, surrounded by desert mountains, where dramatic scenes from "High Chaparral" were shot. This charming, informal ranch gives you a real feeling of the Old West and the informality is blended perfectly with the comforts of a top resort. Stylish cabins and bungalows are all air conditioned and comfortably furnished. Deluxe suites feature high-beamed ceilings and antique Mexican furniture and have their own whirlpool tubs. Delicious home cooking is all part of your ranch stay experience and once a week the meals are produced in an outdoors Indian oven. Breakfast and lunch is usually buffet style whereas the dinner is family style. You will enjoy the western-style horseback riding with the wranglers, fine horses, and scores of scenic trails. This is a working cattle ranch and it's great fun to watch the Longhorn cattle herd coming in to water. Trail walks, fast canters and rides through the desert or up into the mountains offer a choice to suit beginners or confident riders. For an extra charge, riding instruction can improve your performance during your holiday. Children over 5 years are allowed their own horses. Under 5s may ride at walking pace on their parents' mounts. All-day riding, weekly rodeos, team penning and hayrides are part of the programme. The ranch has a heated pool and indoor hot tub, tennis - with coaching available at high season - volleyball and basketball, shuffleboard and for the little ones, a petting zoo. The Happy Hour saloon is a focal point and evening entertainment varies from cowboy singers and line dancing to nature programmes and silver crafting. |
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| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ003 | JAN 2 - FEB 16, APR 27 - JUNE 14 | DOUBLE (Economy) | 575 | 729 | N/A | N/A | |
| JAN 2 - FEB 16, APR 27 - JUNE 14 | DOUBLE (Standard) | 625 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| JAN 2 - FEB 16, APR 27 - JUNE 14 | DOUBLE (Deluxe) | 670 | 925 | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| JAN 2 - FEB 16, APR 27 - JUNE 14 | SUITE | 710 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| JAN 2 - FEB 16, APR 27 - JUNE 14 | DELUXE SUITE | 820 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| FEB 17 - APRIL 26 | DOUBLE (Economy) | 670 | 860 | N/A | N/A | Ages 2-11 | |
| FEB 17 - APRIL 26 | DOUBLE (Standard) | 740 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| FEB 17 - APRIL 26 | DOUBLE (Deluxe) | 810 | 1070 | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| FEB 17 - APRIL 26 | SUITE | 860 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| FEB 17 - APRIL 26 | DELUXE SUITE | 985 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| AUG 31 - OCT 5 | DOUBLE (Economy) | 490 | 615 | N/A | N/A | Ages 2-11 | |
| AUG 31 - OCT 5 | DOUBLE (Standard) | 530 | N/A | 370 | 370 | Ages 2-11 | |
| AUG 31 - OCT 5 | DOUBLE (Deluxe) | 570 | 820 | 370 | 370 | Ages 2-11 | |
| AUG 31 - OCT 5 | SUITE | 610 | N/A | 370 | 370 | Ages 2-11 | |
| AUG 31 - OCT 5 | DELUXE SUITE | 730 | N/A | 370 | 370 | Ages 2-11 | |
| OCT 5 - DEC 21 | DOUBLE (Economy) | 619 | 749 | N/A | N/A | Ages 2-11 | |
| OCT 5 - DEC 21 | DOUBLE (Standard) | 670 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| OCT 5 - DEC 21 | DOUBLE (Deluxe) | 720 | 990 | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| OCT 5 - DEC 21 | SUITE | 760 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| OCT 5 - DEC 21 | DELUXE SUITE | 910 | N/A | 440 | 440 | Ages 2-11 | |
| DEC 21 - JAN 1 '09 | DOUBLE (Economy) | 720 | 870 | N/A | N/A | Ages 2-11 | |
| DEC 21 - JAN 1 '09 | DOUBLE (Standard) | 790 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| DEC 21 - JAN 1 '09 | DOUBLE (Deluxe) | 870 | 1140 | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| DEC 21 - JAN 1 '09 | SUITE | 925 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 | |
| DEC 21 - JAN 1 '09 | DELUXE SUITE | 1110 | N/A | 470 | 470 | Ages 2-11 |
| DEPOSIT REQUIRED | AIRPORT TRANSFER | GRATUITY CHARGE | SUPPLEMENTS | EXTRAS |
| £150 per person per week. | Included from Tucson. | £80 - £180 per person (double occupancy). | Riding instruction available at extra charge. Stay of less than a week available. |
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TANQUE
VERDE RANCH
TUCSON - ARIZONA |
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| The oldest ranch in Arizona, founded in 1868, nestles at the foothills of the colourful Tanque Verde mountain. Its eastern border is part of the 14,000 acre Coronado National Forest and its south side runs along the huge Saguaro National Park. 65 luxury casitas and patio lodges are decorated with original south-western artwork and antiques. Many have fireplaces and all have private facilities, air conditioning, refrigerators and telephones. American and continental cuisine is served, with three choices at every course or a buffet with an enormous salad bar. Wine and beer at extra charge are available at all mealtimes and the Doghouse Saloon is open for pre-dinner drinks. A huge selection of mounts matches horse to riding ability. Two-hour morning rides set an easy pace along scenic trails. Following a cantering test, guests can join the faster rides. Breakfast or lunch rides, a full day ride or an overnight pack trip give a wide choice. Instruction is available and there's a supervised programme for children, riding in the arena for 4 to 6 year-olds. Over 6's are allowed on trail rides. Five tennis courts and a resident professional, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a children's wading pool, a sauna, whirlpool and exercise room and endless outdoor and indoor pursuits occupy every hour. La Sonora Spa offers numerous treatments to rejuvenate after a day in the saddle. Body treatments, hydrating massages, pedicures and manicures are to name but a few. Evening activities include country music, line dancing, Mexican fiestas, cookouts and Indian culture talks. |
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| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ004 | JAN 1 - APR 30 | STANDARD | 945 | 1469 | 829 | 829 | 4 - 17 |
| MAY 1 - SEPT 30 | STANDARD | 685 | 1049 | 599 | 599 | 4 - 17 | |
| OCT 1 - DEC 13 | STANDARD | 799 | 1119 | 669 | 669 | 4 - 17 | |
| DEC 14 - APR 30 2009 | STANDARD | 989 | 1529 | 849 | 849 | 4 - 17 |
| DEPOSIT REQUIRED | AIRPORT TRANSFER | GRATUITY CHARGE | SUPPLEMENTS | EXTRAS |
| £200 per person per week. Stay of less than a week available | Included from Tucson. | £110-£150 per person (double occupancy). | £100 per person per week. 16/02/08-24/02/08, 08/03/08-31/03/08, 01/04/08-12/04/08, 30/09/08-03/10/08, 13/11/08-17/11/08, 22/11/08-30/11/08, 19/12/08-31/12/08, 14/02/09-22/02/09, 07/03/09-19/04/09 | Spa treatments |
| PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS | ||||
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PRICE CANYON RANCH
PORTAL - ARIZONA |
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| ?The Chiricahua Mountains and 500,000 acres of national forest and wilderness surround this authentic working cattle ranch, which is open all year round. Marked by a diversity of wildlife, flowers and trees, and a replenishing spring that sustains an intertwined ecosystem, this vast terrain offers expansive views south past Limestone Mountain and deep into Old Mexico. Guests get the opportunity to become real cowboys whilst participating in this authentic western lifestyle experience. Regular duties include checking ranch boundaries, cattle and water lines, branding, weaning and moving cattle. Western games are played in the arena, including roping, team penning, barrel racing and pole bending. Rides are taken once or twice daily dependent upon the work schedule. In addition to this, there are around 8 cattle drives a year. The Price Canyon Ranch is suitable for riders of all ability but you must be at least 12 years of age to participate, lessons are available in all disciplines of western riding if desired. For a change from riding the ranch offers numerous hiking trails, canoeing, wildlife viewing, pond fishing, horseshoe pit and billiards. The ten beautifully furnished and uniquely decorated guest rooms all have private bathrooms and either one king or two queen sized beds; they also have a refrigerator, stereo/CD player and a coffee maker. Guests are welcome to enjoy the swimming pool during the summer months or take advantage of the hot tub, which is available for use all year round. In the welcoming and comfortable lodge, freshly cooked meals are prepared in the ranch kitchen and served family style, along with coffee, tea and lemonade. Guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol. |
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| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ005 | JAN - DEC | STANDARD | 799 | 899 | 799 | 699 | Ages 8-12 |
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| £125 per person per week. | $450.00 from/to Tucson, payable locally | £125 per person per week (double occupancy). | ||
| PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS | ||||
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KAY
EL BAR GUEST RANCH
WICKENBURG - ARIZONA |
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| The ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places, with its informal, relaxed atmosphere and small size (max capacity 24) creates a warm, intimate environment where guests quickly become part of the family. There are well-trained horses for all riding levels, and instruction for novices and children under 13; children must be 7 years old to trail-ride. Rides go out twice a day except for public holidays and Sundays, when there is a mountain brunch ride. There are also all-day picnic rides. The ranch has a heated swimming pool, hot tub, outdoor games, hiking trail and hammock. Accommodations include eight rooms in the historic main lodge, a two-bedroom cottage and two casitas. Expect the best of home cooking, whether it's a candlelit dinner in the dining room or a cookout under starlit skies. | ![]() ![]() |
| HOLIDAY NUMBER | SEASON | ACCOMODATION TYPES | DOUBLE OCCUPANCY | SINGLE OCCUPANCY | ADDITIONAL PERSON | CHILD | AGES |
| AZ006 | FEB 11 - MAY 1 | LODGE ROOMS & CASA MONTEREY | 709 | 799 | 709 | 499 | All Ages |
| FEB 11 - MAY 1 | CASA GRANDE | 799 | N/A | 799 | 499 | All Ages | |
| JAN - FEB 10' 2008, OCT - FEB 10' 2009 | LODGE ROOMS & CASA MONTEREY | 629 | 719 | 629 | 469 | All Ages | |
| JAN - FEB 10 2008, OCT - FEB 10 2009 | CASA GRANDE | 709 | N/A | 709 | 460 | All Ages |
| DEPOSIT REQUIRED | AIRPORT TRANSFER | GRATUITY CHARGE | SUPPLEMENTS | EXTRAS |
| £125 per person per week. | Car Hire Recommended, pick-up can be arranged from Phoenix. | £100 -£125 per person (double occupancy). | ||
| PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS | ||||
Call
Ranch Rider on 01509 618811 or fax on 01509
610585
Ranch Rider,
Devonshire House, Devonshire Lane, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3DF,
England.
