Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits
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Is Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits worth booking?
Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits is a 3-hour experience in Tombstone, United States, from $116 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $116 per person
The Diggers Borderwall Tour offers an informative 3-hour Jeep journey through the historic town of Bisbee. Starting in Old Bisbee, experience the charm of brick buildings and miner homes while a 4th-generation local guid
What you get
About this experience
The Diggers Borderwall Tour offers an informative 3-hour Jeep journey through the historic town of Bisbee. Starting in Old Bisbee, experience the charm of brick buildings and miner homes while a 4th-generation local guide shares captivating stories of the town's mining heritage. Visit significant sites like the Lavender Pit and Lowell, AZ, showcasing vintage Americana. The highlight includes a stop at the U.S.–Mexico border wall, where tales of migration and politics come to life. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and curious travelers looking to uncover the deeper narrative of Bisbee and its border.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Bisbee
Starting from your selected Guest-Choice pickup location, the Tour introduces the origins of Bisbee, including its founders and the reasons behind its founding. You'll learn about the town's first copper smelter and its environmental impact. Next, the tour takes you to OK Street to explore John Wayne's favorite hangover spot and the miners' historic architecture. You'll pass the first brewery site and go up Brewery Gulch, learning about the miners' flood challenges and driving through the Red Light District with its historical significance. The tour then visits the Lyric Theater and the Central School parking lot, showcasing local history and design. A visit to the Old High School provides insights into the area’s educational past. Climbing High Road, you'll enjoy panoramic views and a thorough history lesson on Bisbee. The tour concludes on Main Street via Quality Hill, highlighting historical and architectural details, with three stops that bring Bisbee’s story full circle.
45 minutes here
Lavender Pit
Our rugged 4x4 Jeep rumbles to the brink of the 900-foot-deep Lavender Pit. You’ll stop just five feet from the edge, gazing into a man-made canyon carved by decades of mining. Your expert guide will point out the mining process, and precision blasting techniques that turned solid rock into this industrial marvel. Then, we’ll bounce over to Erie St., where the eerie remains of old leaching ponds shimmer in the sun. Here, your guide explains the chemistry: how sulfuric acid seeps through massive ore heaps, dissolving copper into an orange solution—visible in the stained earth and evaporation ponds that stretch across the landscape. Throughout, we’ll share the human stories—nearby mining towns that boomed then vanished, the cultures that grew around the pits. This exclusive 4x4 journey blends raw industrial power with natural beauty, delivering an unforgettable insider’s look at copper mining’s past, present, and future.
30 minutes here
You will visit Lowell, AZ, and stroll down Erie Street. This area, with its 1940s classic cars and old-style shops, is perfect for taking pictures. Your guide will also talk about the history of the Junction Mine. Next, you will go to the Shady Dell Hotel. As you pass through its parking lot, your guide will discuss the hotel's historical and cultural significance. The lot is filled with old cars and vintage items. Your tour then heads to Lowell School, noticeable for its copper roof and doors. The guide will provide historical details and share personal anecdotes related to the school. Another point of interest is a leaching drainage ditch with polluted water. Here, the guide will recount childhood adventures centered around this ditch. The final stop is a drive through the Evergreen Cemetery, a site of national historical importance. Your guide will explain the cemetery's history and its importance to Bisbee.
45 minutes here
Naco
You'll visit the iconic Border Wall at two distinct locations: first, your Jeep will pause at a scenic overlook for breathtaking panoramic views of the landscape, then proceed to the nearby port-of-entry, where you'll have the option to step out and touch the wall up close. Along the way, your expert guide will share the gripping story of the first foreign aerial bombing in American history. The journey continues to historic Fort Naco, where you'll discover the weathered remains of this early 20th-century military outpost, built to defend the border during the Mexican Revolution.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tombstone
The teal color building directly across from the Bisbee Historical Museum and next to the Bisbee Table restaurant. You can walk there from any location in historic Bisbee since most hotels are nearby. Free and paid parking lots also surround it. An ATM is next to this address as well.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
The teal color building directly across from the Bisbee Historical Museum and next to the Bisbee Table restaurant. You can walk there from any location in historic Bisbee since most hotels are nearby. Free and paid parking lots also surround it. An ATM is next to this address as well.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Jeep Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Enjoyed every minute!
Great tour- a must do if visiting Tucson or southern Arizona. Very informative hearing and seeing the history of Bisbee, Lowell, Lavender pit and visiting the Border wall! Highly recommend this tour! We had a great time and the best guide!
via Viator
Wow!
Very informative and interesting.
via Tripadvisor
Phenomenal Bisbee tour
Amazing tour guide! SUPER knowledgeable!! Took his time explaining everything and went at my pace. He REALLY knows Bisbee! This is a 100 ⭐️ review!!
via Viator
Best tour ever
This was one of the best tours I’ve ever been on. Travis was very knowledgeable, friendly, very professional, flexible, and lots of fun!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tombstone.
How much does Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits cost?
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Prices start at $116 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tombstone usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tombstone is not rushed.
Is Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tombstone, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tombstone can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tombstone and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Border Wall Jeep Tour - 3 hrs - Also Bisbee Lowell and Open Pits start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tombstone within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tombstone?
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Tombstone, AZ packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Tombstone by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Tombstone experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Old Bisbee Ghost Shared Walking Tour, 2 Hr Private Jeep Tour Old Bisbee Open Pits Lowell - Local Guide, Old Bisbee History & Art 1-Hour Golf Cart Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tombstone?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Tombstone, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tombstone?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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