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Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver

Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver

Overview

• 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. *Important You will only tour one gold mine on this tour and either Idaho Springs or Georgetown but not both. The mine and town is determined by the availability for that day. *

City: Denver

Sat 21 Jun

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Starting at $99.00

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Sat 21 Jun

Starting at $99.00

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What's Included

Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use

Mine Tour Admission

Professional local driver/guide

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
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
Please eat breakfast or lunch prior to your tour pick up time

What To Expect

Denver Union Station

Meet at the flagpole in front of historic Union Station on Wynkoop Street located in lower downtown Denver.

Rocky Mountains

Drive up into the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado and follow the footsteps 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.

Clear Creek Canyon

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.

Central City Opera House

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.

Phoenix Gold Mine

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.

Idaho Springs

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.

Capital Prize Gold Mine Tour

Go more than 1,000 feet into this fully operational historic gold and silver mine. See and experience the historic and modern day mining techniques. Your guide will teach you all about this important part of Colorado's colorful history. Try your hand at striking it rich and keep your findings.

Georgetown

Walk down the Historic street of Georgetown once one of the wealthiest mining towns in Colorado. The historic buildings have been well preserved and house many local stores and not to be missed the delicious Georgetown Candy Company.

Denver Union Station

End you tour back where it began at historic Union Station located in lower downtown Denver

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (33)

Terry_W

Jul 2024

Great day! Tour was fantastic & our group was so fun. Our guide was so nice & did a great job thru a crazy traffic day. We saw & experienced a gold mine! How cool is that!

Response from Host

Jul 2024

Thank you Terry! We appreciate your patience with the traffic and are so glad you still enjoyed your tour and the gold mine!

Michael_C

Jul 2024

Great Tour good guide and exciting experience and had good tour stops lots of stuff to see was a wonderful experience

Q472WMdebrac

Jun 2024

We had a beautiful day to explore Clear Creek canyon, Central City, some ghost towns and the gold mine. Our guide, Will, was open to our questions & gearing the tour more towards our interests. We had a lovely half day tour.

Response from Host

Jul 2024

Yay! So glad you enjoyed your Mountain and Mine tour with us. Its a great way to see some history of Colorado and some beautiful views.