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

4.8(62)5 hFree cancellationBy The Colorado Sightseer

About this activity

• 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 in either Idaho Springs or Georgetown but not both. The mine and town is determined by the availability for that day. *

What's included

✓Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
✓Mine Tour Admission
✓Professional local driver/guide

Not included

✕Gratuities for your driver/guide (recommended 20%

Meeting and pickup

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.

Good to know

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
Only 1 mine will be visited in either Idaho Springs or Georgetown not both

Cancellation policy

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

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