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VIP Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour, Hoover Dam Small Group Tour from Las Vegas

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Boulder City, US
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Boulder City, US
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Experience the adventure of a lifetime on the VIP Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour and Hoover Dam Small Group Tour from Las Vegas. Join a small group of likeminded travelers as you explore the Techatticup Mine, Nevada's oldest and richest goldmine, and discover the remains of old world tools and artifacts. This unforgettable location was even featured in two motion pictures, with movie props left behind, including a crashed airplane. But the adventure doesn't stop there - you'll also visit the Nelson Ghost Town, a remnant of the Wild West era, where lawlessness and feuding were all too common. Immerse yourself in the history as you walk through restored buildings and learn about the renegade Indian named "Queho," Nevada's first serial killer. And don't forget about the Hoover Dam, the second largest dam in the United States, where you'll have the opportunity to capture stunning photos of the picturesque views. This tour guarantees an unforgettable experience that will have you yearning for more.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 5 hours - 10 hours
  • Suitable for 1-13 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore goldmine and ghost town
  • Visit Hoover Dam and walk on the second tallest bridge in the USA
  • See the remains of old world tools in Techatticup Mine
  • Experience the remote and historic Nelson Ghost Town
  • Optional upgrade to watch the sunset at Spring Mountain State Park
  • Entry into Red Rock Canyon (if you upgrade your tour package)
  • Unlimited Water
  • Entry into Hoover Dam if it's open. If not, we will stop at big-horn sheep park.
  • Entry into Techatticup Mine Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

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Introduction

The VIP Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour, Hoover Dam Small Group Tour from Las Vegas is an extraordinary adventure that promises to create lasting memories. This tour takes you on a thrilling journey through a gold mine, a ghost town, and the iconic Hoover Dam. With a maximum of 12 like-minded travelers, you'll experience the Techatticup Mine, Nevada's oldest and richest, where remnants of old-world tools and artifacts await. This location has even been featured in two motion pictures, leaving behind fascinating movie props, including a crashed airplane. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with history, excitement, and natural beauty.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect a total duration of 300 to 600 minutes, allowing for ample time to explore each destination. The itinerary includes multiple steps, such as visiting the Hoover Dam, where you'll have the opportunity to capture breathtaking photos and witness stunning views. Your journey continues to the Nelson Ghost Town, where you'll delve into the Wild West history of this remote and lawless town. Finally, the highlight of the trip is the Techatticup Mine Tour, where you'll venture 0.25 miles into the oldest and richest mine in Southern Nevada. Prepare to be mesmerized by the quartz veins that once yielded gold and silver.

Who is this for?

The VIP Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour is designed for adventurous spirits and history enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a traveler seeking unique experiences, a history buff eager to explore Nevada's rich past, or a movie enthusiast curious about iconic filming locations, this tour offers something for everyone. The small group setting allows for an intimate and personalized experience, making it perfect for individuals, couples, or small groups of friends looking for an unforgettable adventure in Las Vegas.

Why book this?

This tour stands out with its captivating blend of history, adventure, and spectacular scenery. It offers a rare opportunity to step back in time and explore the Techatticup Mine, unearth the secrets of a ghost town, and marvel at the architectural wonder of the Hoover Dam. The small group size ensures a more immersive experience, allowing you to engage with the guide and fellow explorers. With fascinating movie props and stunning natural landscapes, this adventure promises to be unlike any other, providing a unique insight into Nevada's vibrant past and mesmerizing present.

Good to know

Before embarking on this tour, it's important to note that the total duration can range from 300 to 600 minutes, so be prepared for a full and memorable day. Comfortable footwear is recommended, as you'll be exploring various terrains throughout the Techatticup Mine and the ghost town. Additionally, don't forget to bring a fully charged photo device to capture the picturesque views offered at the Hoover Dam and other scenic spots along the way. For those looking to extend their experience, upgrading the tour package allows you to visit the magnificent Spring Mountain State Park, a spectacular place to enjoy a sunset spectacle.

Reviews

Customers who have taken this tour consistently rave about the unforgettable experiences and captivating destinations they encountered. Many reviewers express their appreciation for the knowledgeable guides who bring the history of the Techatticup Mine and ghost town to life through engaging storytelling. The impressive views of the Hoover Dam and the beauty of the surrounding landscapes left visitors in awe. Overall, the VIP Ghost Town Gold Mine Tour receives high praise for its well-planned itinerary, small group setting, and the unique blend of history, adventure, and natural wonders.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Your Itinerary

Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

We will make a photo stop at the second largest Dam in the united states! Built in 1931 the Hoover Dam was the largest and most powerful Dam in the world until 1940! Hoover Dam was so large it spawned a city know was Boulder City (Largest city in Nevada). You will have an opportunity to walk on the second tallest bridge in the USA and step right over the border of Nevada and Arizona! Make sure to bring your fully charged photo device as this location is know for its beautiful picturesque views of the Hoover Dam and other scenic views!

Admission Included

Nelson Ghost Town

During the late 1800’s, Nelson was extremely remote at the time with the nearest law enforcement in Hiko, NV about 200 miles away. This created lawlessness in true Wild West fashion with many prospectors being Civil War deserters with Renegade Indians hiding out in the canyons. After some time, the minors formed factions between Northern and Southern sympathizers which led to more feuding in the canyon, and killings, which at one point was everyday. There was a renegade Indian named “Queho”who was reportedly Nevada’s first serial killer near the area whose last killing was near the Techatticup Mine in 1919. Nelson was rebuilt after 50 years of inactivity with many buildings being restored to resemble the old mining town. Nelson was also used for two motion pictures, both starring Kurt Russell, Breakdown (1997) & 3000 miles to Graceland (2001). Since then, Nelson has been a destination for wedding photography, photo shoots, and a historical stop on the way to the Colorado River.

Admission Included

Eldorado Canyon Mine Tours

The Techatticup Mine Tour is one-hour and 0.25 miles long on gravel that is only one level. This is the oldest mine, and richest, in Southern nevada from 1861 to 1945, where you will see the quartz veins the gold and silver were mined from. The name “Techatticup” derives from the Paiute Indian word for hungry, a term often heard by early settlers from the starving Indians inhabiting the Dry Hills.

Admission Included

Spring Mountain Ranch State Park

(If you upgrade your tour package) Located 17-miles to the west of the Las Vegas Strip and next to Red Rock Canyon sits Spring Mountain State Park. This is simply a spectacular place to watch the sunset!

Admission Included

Reviews

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ortala2018

Highly recommend, our tour guide Lankun aka Mama was just amazing, she was so knowledgeable and helpful. She took heaps of great photos of us. Mama made sure we get the most out of that amazing tour. I’ll definitely recommend this to my family and friends.

Alicia_L

Our tour guide Lunkin Weidner (mama) was the very best tour guide I’ve ever had on any tour anywhere across the world that I’ve been in …. she was superb. She was knowledgeable, very helpful, she went above and beyond taking pictures of us, etc..

Natalie L

Lankun was a fabulous tour guide. The best we've had. She was so fun, took care of us and was a fantastic photographer! It was our favourite day in Vegas. Plus the stops were amazing, from the mine to red rock.

Julia_F

We really enjoyed this trip and Lankun was a first class guide who made sure you got the most from your one day trip. We loved the Ghost Town and Gold Mine so unique and a blast from the past. Hoover Dam was a good stop and we really enjoyed the Red Canyon for sunset. Lankun took lots of photographs so we would remember this day. Thank you for the memories.

Adventure53384770221

My husband planned a Birthday getaway for us to Vegas. He knew I loved gold mining and found a day trip to several locations that went to Hoover Dam, Elderado Gold Mine and Red Rocks Park. We were promptly picked up by Lankun Weidner AKA “Momma” She made us feel so comfortable in her vehicle and provided us with waters and tons of Information about the history of Vegas as we drove to our first destination. When we got there she filled us with knowledge and laughter. She even loved taking our pictures. Which she informed us that she is a photographer and loves taking pictures and if we would like that. And of course we said yes. Second stop was gold mine tour and along the way to gold mine tour she filled us with much more information and facts about certain cities and about the roads and wild life. She even knew the family that runs Elderado. By the way great tour. Next we went to lunch and we took her advice to eat BBQ in Boulder City. Absolutely delicious. Take advice from her she knows her stuff. Next we went to Red Rock and hiked back into the the rocks and took more pictures and of course more information about the rocks and the park. Momma made sure we were safe at all times and that we could do the hike. She even provided us with more water. We the. Went down around the park some more and hiked back on to a large rock formation and watched the sunset. She knew all the great spots to go. Our tour was approximately 10 hours long and a lot of fun. The van was comfy and we had controls for our own air conditioning roll down windows and plenty of leg room. She made this trip feel like she was part of our family. We can’t wait to come back and book another trip with her. I highly recommend you choose her. Thanks Momma you made this trip awesome.

D3865ZEchrisc

Book this trip if you like history with a bit of adventure. Loved every part of this tour but our tour guid was AMAZING the best part of our tour was getting to know Lankun Weidner aka "momma" She was the best!!

pulseeng

Lankun did a great job of explaining everything we saw. She went the extra mail by helping us through the rocky ground and positioned us for the best pictures.

Chris S

The good mine was our favorite part but we really enjoyed it all. Having the family member Shauna as the tour guide just added incredible depth to the tour. The goats in Boulder City should be added to the tour as the park we stopped in to see them was awesome. Our tour guide Mama was fantastic. She really took good care of us and could have a second career as a photographer. Incredible pictures all day long. We saw lots of great things and will have photographs forever to remind us. Highly recommend.

runway321

We had a great time. Our driver Jay was very informative and took his time to show us everyone on the tour and explain it to us. There were only 4 of us and it was very nice to have a one and one. The ghost town had a lot of old things Cars Buses planes and old signs and just a lot of old things. The mine was very interesting and the guide was also very informative. It was very interesting to see how they actually mine gold back then. I can't believe how they made these mines it had to be very hard work. Don't know if that would happen today. If you want to learn things and enjoy a day out without the hassle of big crowds this tour is the one.

Kathy_B

Our tour Guide was absolutely GREAT, AMAZING, ONE OF A KIND, VERY KNOWLEGABLE! We learned so much on our tour. So many beautiful sites! The next time we go to Vegas we are definitely going to book this tour again and not at the end of our trip when we are already wore out!!! hahaha
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-18 01:22