Private Tour
2-Hour - 4X4 Jeep - Old Bisbee, Lavender Pit & Lowell AZ
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
The Old Bisbee 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 get to 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 individual 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 added bonus of possibly finding minerals along the route.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
The tour starts on OK Street, immersing you in rich history and unique architecture. As you ascend, the guide elaborates on the street's historical significance, pausing at Joseph Muheim's house to discuss his contributions. Next, you explore Brewery Gulch, known for its blend of architecture and historical events, pausing at Muhiem's Bar for an in-depth look. You'll then move to the Lyric Theater and Central School parking lot, each offering different facets of local history and design. A stop at the Old High School provides insights into the area's educational past. The tour then ascends High Road, offering panoramic views and an extensive history lesson on Bisbee. Finally, you'll descend to Quality Hill for another layer of history and architecture before concluding on Main Street with three distinct stops that bring the area's evolving story full circle.
Lavender Pit
You'll visit the Lavender Pit Lookout. Here, a mere five feet from a 900-foot-deep mine pit, the guide details mining methods and equipment. We then move to another pit section showcasing remnants of leaching ponds. The guide explains how copper is extracted from ore through leaching, adding depth to your understanding of mining science. We also delve into the socio-cultural aspects, discussing nearby closed mining communities and their historical context along with future mining prospects. This attraction offers an intricate view of mining operations, from large-scale setups to minute chemical processes, all set against the backdrop of stunning landscapes.
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Regular Schedule
Pickup included
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
You won't be disappointed
Daniel B,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Worthwhile. Travis is knowledgeable, friendly, and goes beyond expectations. Additionally, upon request Travis brought me to the border wall.
Fun trip around Bisbee
Donna B,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Learned so much about the area… highly recommend!! Travis was well versed on the Bisbee area & mining.
Best way to see and learn about Bisbee!
Excursion314109,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time with Travis! He grew up in Bisbee and we learned so much about Bisbee and the surrounding area from him. I would highly recommend this personalized jeep tour!!
Tour guide was born and raised in Bisbee providing first hand knowledge of history before the closure of the mines.
Sherri P,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis is an experienced tour guide of Bisbee and the surrounding areas as he was born and raised in Bisbee so we got to learn first hand how people in Bisbee lived before the mines closed. He took his time and answered all our questions about Bisbee’s history. I’d book this tour again.
What a fun tour !
Ronald N,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Me and my dad had a blast on this tour . Very scenic and relaxing, I would definitely recommend this tour . Some of the history and stories I’ll remember for years to come !
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Tiffany I,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was so informative and interesting! My family and I had so much fun!! Travis was so accommodating.
Like a long ride around Bisbee with an old friend.
janwilson515,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour! Me and my friend were picked up at our hotel by our guide in his Jeep. He grew up in Bisbee so he knew the place like the back of his hand, and had tons of knowledge. He drove us around on small back streets and up and down every area and then out to Lavender Pit and Lowell. It was even a bit longer than two hours. Our guide was so very nice and easy to talk to. It was like getting a guided tour with an old friend. I definitely recommend doing this tour.
Don’t miss it!
Lori L,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Travis was absolutely the best. Travis is very interesting and knowledgeable. He grew up in the area so he had many stories and took us to many interesting places that we would have not even read or known about. We learned so much!This tour is a must!
Great experience
A8808CVdavidd,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis was incredible. We had a wonderful trip. He had so much information regarding the history of Bisbee We loved every bit of it.
Great behind the scenes tour
Patricia M,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great behind the scenes tour! Travis is a local who took us to places we would not have ventured to on our own. He gave us lots of history and shared stories of his life growing up in Bisbee.
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