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3-Hour Tour - Mountaintop, Old Bisbee, Open Pits, & Lowell

3-Hour Tour - Mountaintop, Old Bisbee, Open Pits, & Lowell

Overview

The Miners Peak Tour by Big Jeep Tours offers several unique features. It focuses on exposed mines south of old Bisbee, providing rare access to usually off-limits areas. The tour also showcases the vast dimensions and vibrant colors of the region's mineral deposits, enhancing the educational experience. Additionally, it details historical mining methods used over the past 24 years and highlights large visible rocks of Bisbee Blue Turquoise, connecting participants with local culture. Lastly, the tour promises exclusive access to significant geological and historical sites not typically included by competitors.

City: Tombstone

Sat 14 Jun

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Starting at $120.00

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Sat 14 Jun

Starting at $120.00

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What's Included

Private transportation

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Bisbee

Starting from your chosen pickup spot, the Bisbee Warren Tour begins by exploring Bisbee's origins, including its founding and the impact of its first copper smelter. Next, you'll visit OK Street, John Wayne's favorite hangout, and see the architecture miners built. You'll explore the first brewery site and Brewery Gulch, learning about miners' flood challenges and the historic Red Light District. The tour stops at the Lyric Theater and Central School parking lot, highlighting local history and architecture. A visit to the Old High School delves into the area's educational past. Ascending High Road offers panoramic views and a thorough history of Bisbee. The tour concludes on Main Street at Quality Hill, showcasing historical and architectural details, with three stops that bring Bisbee’s story full circle.

Lavender Pit

You'll visit the Lavender Pit Lookout, just five feet away from a 900-foot-deep mining pit. Here, the guide will explain the mining methods and equipment used. Next, we'll visit another section of the pit to see the remnants of leaching ponds. Your guide will explain how copper is extracted from ore using the leaching process, deepening your understanding of mining techniques. The tour also covers the social and cultural impact of mining, discussing the history of nearby closed mining communities and the prospects for future mining. This attraction provides a comprehensive look at mining operations, from large-scale activities to detailed chemical processes, all surrounded by beautiful landscapes.

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