Spots are filling fast on the L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum & Exploration Center’s Yavapai Tours presented in partnership with the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation (FMYN).

This engaging and entertaining four-hour experience includes an interpretation of the FMYN history and culture as told by members of this tribe, the original residents of the lands that currently include the Town of Fountain Hills, a press release read.

The tour which kicks off at the River of Time where participants board the bus, travels to the nearby FMYN reservation for stops at the FMYN Cultural Center and the H’man S’hwa preschool. It also includes an interpretive drive through the cemetery and pecan and citrus groves.

Participants will learn about the many industries that sustain the tribal members and explore the history of challenges overcome by these strong people.

Before returning to the River of Time, guests are treated to a full lunch at the outstanding Ahnala Restaurant at the We-Ko-Pa Resort and Casino.

Fall dates for the 2023-24 tours are held on Thursdays, Nov. 9, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7.

The ticket price of $130 ($125 for River of Time members) includes the four-hour interpreted bus tour experience, a light pastry and coffee breakfast, fry bread tasting and a full lunch at the Ahnala Restaurant. A 15% discount in the River of Time Riverbanks Gift Shop is also included.

Tickets are on sale now for the entire season and can be purchased online at riveroftime.center, in person Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the River of Time or by phone at 480-837-2612.