3 Hr Private Jeep Tour Warren(Ballpark) Bisbee Lowell Open Pits

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Private Tour

3 hours

English

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

The Bisbee Warren Tour, led by a native guide, offers an authentic journey through historic Arizona. The native Bisbee tour guide provides an insider's look at Bisbee's history, featuring local legends and family stories not found in books. The tour is detail-rich, catering to varying interests, whether you're into architecture, history, or local folklore. What sets it apart further are the hidden routes—backroads and pathways known only to locals, taking you to spots that most visitors never see. The climate-controlled space offers comfort in any weather, and a removable roof allows for open-air enjoyment. Exceptional guest service is another highlight, aiming to meet your objectives for the tour. Accessibility is seamless, thanks to Amp Research Powersteps and overhead straps for easy Jeep access. Pet lovers will appreciate the pet-friendly policy, and if you're into geology, there's the bonus of possibly finding minerals along the route.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Bisbee

Starting from your selected Guest-Choice pickup location, the Bisbee Warren Tour introduces the origins of Bisbee, including its founders and founding reasons. You'll learn about the town's first copper smelter and its environmental impact. Next, the tour takes you to OK Street to explore John Wayne's favorite hangover spot and the miners' historic architecture. You'll pass the first brewery site and go up Brewery Gulch, learning about the miners' flood challenges and driving through the Red Light District with its historical significance. The tour then visits the Lyric Theater and the Central School parking lot, showcasing local history and design. A visit to the Old High School provides insights into the area’s educational past. Climbing High Road, you'll enjoy panoramic views and a thorough history lesson on Bisbee. The tour concludes on Main Street via Quality Hill, highlighting historical and architectural details, with three stops that bring Bisbee’s story full circle.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Lavender Pit

You'll stop at the Lavender Pit Lookout, just five feet from a 900-foot-deep mining pit, where the guide will explain the mining techniques and equipment used. Next, we'll visit a section of another pit where you can see the remains of old leaching ponds. Here, the guide will talk about how copper is pulled out of the ore by leaching, helping you understand more about how mining works. We'll also touch on the social and cultural stories, talking about nearby mining communities that have closed down, their history, and what might happen with mining in the future. This visit gives you a detailed look at mining operations, from the big machines used to the detailed chemical methods, all in a place with beautiful scenery.

30 minutes • Admission Included

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