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

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

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–4
Guide
English
Operated by
Big Jeep Tours

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–54 years) · Seniors (55–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

  1. Bisbee

    one hour

    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.

  2. Lavender Pit

    30 min Admission included

    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.

  3. Stop 3

    45 min

    You will visit Lowell, AZ, and stroll down Erie Street. This area, with its 1940s classic cars and old-style shops, is perfect for taking pictures. Your guide will also talk about the history of the Junction Mine.

    Next, you will go to the Shady Dell Hotel. As you pass through its parking lot, your guide will discuss the hotel's historical and cultural significance. The lot is filled with old cars and vintage items.

    Your tour then heads to Lowell School, noticeable for its copper roof and doors. The guide will provide historical details and share personal anecdotes related to the school.

    Another point of interest is a leaching drainage ditch with polluted water. Here, the guide will recount childhood adventures centered around this ditch.

    The final stop is a drive through the Evergreen Cemetery, a site of national historical importance. Your guide will explain the cemetery's history and its importance to Bisbee.

  4. Stop 4

    45 min

    You will start towards Warren, AZ, first visiting the old Serbian area of Bakerville. Here, you'll see homes moved from mining areas, colorful Muckrock murals, a Serbian church, and a haunted hospital on the hill.

    Next, you'll explore the historic Warren Ballpark, hearing about its legendary baseball tales. From the nearby railbed, your guide will recount the chilling Bisbee Deportation of 1917.

    The tour then passes the first Electric Trolley Station that linked to Old Bisbee, still standing and now a unique local shop.

    You'll drive past quaint bungalow houses to a local celebrity's home known for famous visitors.

    Finally, you'll see Bisbee's grand mansions and visit a school known for a 1973 lightning strike, with its original playground still in use.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Between the Table Restaurant and the Mile High Pay Parking Lot. Across the street from the Bisbee Historical & Mining Museum. Light Blue Building.

End point

  • Between the Table Restaurant and the Mile High Pay Parking Lot. Across the street from the Bisbee Historical & Mining Museum. Light Blue Building.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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

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