Arizona Ghost Towns and Wild-West Day Trip from Las Vegas
At a glance
Arizona Ghost Towns and Wild-West Day Trip from Las Vegas is a 9h small-group experience in Las Vegas, United States, operated by Bindlestiff Tours. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 63 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $249 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Lunch (sandwich, fruit and snack), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 14 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 9h
- Group
- Small group, up to 14 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience the real Wild West on a day trip from Las Vegas to Arizona’s ghost towns. Drive along Historic Route 66 and enjoy a photo opportunity at the mighty Hoover Dam. Explore three Arizona ghost towns and visit several historic saloons before taking part in a Western cowboy shootout show! Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, bottled water, transportation by air-conditioned mini-bus and professional guide are included.
New Private Tour Option- Purchase 8 seats and have a fully private tour with selected ticket type.
What's included
What's included
- Lunch (sandwich, fruit and snack)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned mini-bus
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
After pickup from your Las Vegas hotel, take a short drive by comfortable van to the Hoover Dam for a brief photo stop. This 726-foot (221-meter) dam holds back the mighty Colorado River, behind which you’ll find Lake Mead, a beautiful man-made reservoir contained within the Black Canyon walls. Take all the ‘dam’ photos you want!
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Stop 2 · 1h
Next, head to the small mining town of Chloride, a community that has survived the harsh desert environment since the 1860s. Silver and other minerals were mined here for decades, and after the mining boom was over, Chloride nearly became a ghost town. Today, Chloride is home to about 250 residents who are very proud of their mining history. Browse the antique shops; admire the various artistic sculptures; and chat with the locals before enjoying lunch.
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Stop 3 · 10m
Next, drive along the Historic Route 66 highway to the small ghost town of Oatman.
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Stop 4 · 3h
The present-day population of this ghost town is 150 people and one poltergeist who goes by the name of ‘Oatie the Ghost.’ He’s believed to be the poor spirit of William Ray Flour, an Irish miner who died behind the Oatman Hotel. Enjoy views of the Black Mountains and the tumbleweeds and wild burros that freely roam through the town. Have your picture taken alongside modern-day cowboys and bandits while posing in front of an authentic Route 66 sign. You'll also have a chance to take part in a Western shootout. Held in the middle of the street, this Western-style event features cowboys in costume standing face-to-face, ready to draw. Enjoy a drink at a local saloon (at own expense) before traveling through the Mojave Desert along the Veterans Memorial Highway, a road that cuts straight through empty desert landscape.
Your last stop before returning to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas will be in El Dorado, which was named by the Spaniards who discovered gold in the area. This town served as the backdrop for many famous western movies and also housed the famous Techatticup Mine, where millions of dollars worth of gold and silver have been unearthed. -
Stop 5
Your tour will conclude with drop-off at your original departure point.
Meeting point
We pick up from all major Las Vegas hotel within 3 miles of the Las Vegas Strip. Guests must contact us to confirm an exact pick up time and place within 48 hours of their tour.
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Maximum of 14 people per tour
- Boxed lunches include a choice between a turkey, roast beef or vegetarian sandwich. Please advise at the time of booking your sandwich preference. If you do not, a vegetarian sandwich will be provided.
- New Tour Option- Purchase 8 seats and have a fully private tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Arizona Ghost Towns and Wild-West Day Trip from Las Vegas take?
The experience lasts about 9h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $249 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Lunch (sandwich, fruit and snack); Hotel pickup and drop-off; Bottled water; Professional guide; Transportation by air-conditioned mini-bus.
Where does it start?
We pick up from all major Las Vegas hotel within 3 miles of the Las Vegas Strip. Guests must contact us to confirm an exact pick up time and place within 48 hours of their tour.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 63 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Las Vegas.
