Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver
Overview
Rugged Clear Creek Canyon and the historic town of Central City offer a glimpse into the 1859 Gold Rush. Visitors can admire architecture from what was once deemed the richest square mile on earth while hearing tales of hard rock miners.
- 🏞️ Follow the steps of the Gold Rush and look for Big Horn Sheep on canyon walls.
- 🏙️ Explore a Real Ghost Town from the mining boom era.
- ⛏️ Tour a real Gold Mine and learn about both historical and modern mining techniques.
- 💰 Try your luck at striking it rich during your visit to the mine.
- 🛍️ Finish with a drink or shopping in a historic mining town.
- ⚠️ Important: Only one gold mine will be toured, either Idaho Springs or Georgetown, based on availability for that day.
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- Professional local driver/guide
- Mine Tour Admission
- Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
- Gratuities for your driver/guide (recommended 20%
Meeting point
Return details
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Denver Union StationMeet at the flagpole in front of historic Union Station on Wynkoop Street located in lower downtown Denver.
- 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. (pass by)
- 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. (pass by)
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Central City Opera HouseWalk 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.
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Phoenix Gold MineTake 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. * Either the Phoenix or Capitol Prize Mine will be visited but not both*
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Idaho SpringsVisit 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. *Please note either Idaho Springs or Georgetown will be visited but not both. Town is dertermined by mine schedule availability*
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Capital Prize Gold Mine TourGo 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. * Either the Phoenix or Capitol Prize Mine will be visited but not both*
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GeorgetownWalk 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. *Please note either Idaho Springs or Georgetown will be visited but not both. Town is dertermined by mine schedule availability*
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Denver Union StationEnd you tour back where it began at historic Union Station located in lower downtown Denver
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.