Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver
The Colorado Sightseer
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• 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. *
Departure Point
- Pick up and drop off are in Lower Downtown Denver in front of the Historic Union Station on Wynkoop St. at the flagpole in front of the Union Station & the Crawford Hotel at 1701 Wynkoop St. Denver. Meeting times are 8:15 am for the morning tour and 12:15 pm for the afternoon tour.
Return Details
- Pick up and drop off are in Lower Downtown Denver in front of the Historic Union Station on Wynkoop St. at the flagpole in front of the Union Station & the Crawford Hotel at 1701 Wynkoop St. Denver. Meeting times are 8:15 am for the morning tour and 12:15 pm for the afternoon tour.
Duration
5 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Denver Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, , Denver, Colorado
Meet at the flagpole in front of historic Union Station on Wynkoop Street located in lower downtown Denver.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Clear Creek Canyon
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Central City Opera House
200 Eureka Street, Central City, Colorado
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Phoenix Gold Mine
800 Trail Creek Road, Idaho Springs, Colorado
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: Idaho Springs
Idaho Springs, Colorado
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: Capital Prize Gold Mine Tour
1016 Biddle Street, Georgetown, 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: 25 minutes
Stop At: Georgetown
Georgetown, Colorado
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.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Stop At: Denver Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, , Denver, Colorado
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rocky Mountains
, , Colorado
End you tour back where it began at historic Union Station located in lower downtown Denver
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
- Mine Tour Admission
- Professional local driver/guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities for your driver/guide (recommended 20%
Redemption Instructions
Please provide your email to receive the digital waiver to be signed and booking information
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and parts of the mine can be a little muddy wear shoes that clean easily
• The mine is cool inside year round we recommend a light jacket for comfort
• We will walk inside the mine be aware there are some small spaces that may require you to duck your head. Hard hats are provided.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a small possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• The weather in Colorado changes quickly, we recommend dressing in layers, comfortable walking shoes and bringing a light jacket for warmth, snow or rain.
• Please bring a reusable water bottle we will have plenty of water for you to refill on the tour.
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