Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver
• Follow the steps of the1859 Gold Rush, travel up rugged Clear Creek Canyon looking for the state mammal, Big Horn Sheep, on the steep canyon walls. Visit the historic town of Central City and admire the architecture in what was once considered the richest square mile on earth and hear the stories of the hard rock miners and their way of life. Then visit a Real Ghost Town from the mining boom, then enjoy the scenic mountain views as you head over to tour a real Gold Mine and learn about the history and modern day mining techniques, you can even try your luck at striking it rich! Finish with a drink or shopping in a historic mining town. See Learn and Explore the Wild West on this fun Colorado Gold Rush Tour.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047
Meet at the flagpole in front of historic Union Station on Wynkoop Street located in lower downtown Denver.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Rocky Mountains, CO
Drive up into the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado and follow the foot steps of the pioneers and miners on their quest for a new life and trying to strike it rich. See wonderful mountain views and rugged canyons.
Pass By: Clear Creek Canyon, Clear Creek County, Georgetown, CO 81211
Travel through this beautiful rugged mountain canyon following Clear Creek and the gold rush trail of 1859. Look for Bighorn Sheep on the steep canyon walls and rock climbers.
Stop At: Central City Opera House, 200 Eureka Street, Central City, CO 80293
Walk down the historic streets of Central City what was once considered the richest square mile on earth during the 1859 Pikes Peak or Bust Gold Rush Days. Visit a real ghost town from the boom times.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Phoenix Gold Mine, 830 Trail Creek Rd I-70, Exit 238 & 239, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Take a tour in a real gold mine. Learn about old and new mining techniques. Experience what it was like to be a hard rock miner back in the 1860's in Colorado.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Idaho Springs, Idaho Springs, Colorado
Visit Idaho Springs where the Victorian architecture of the mining days still stands. Grab a drink in the local brewery or shop in one of the local stores or just admire the history that surrounds you in this quaint historic mountain town.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047
End you tour back where it began at historic Union Station located in lower downtown Denver
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation in the unlikely event there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund"
"Near public transportation"
"We will walk into the mine on the tour, not recommended for anyone that is claustrophobic"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and bring a jacket for inside the mine"
"Some places in the mine can be a little muddy please wear shoes that clean up easily"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Please eat breakfast or lunch prior to your tour pick up time"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 5 Hours
Start location: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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