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Historic Route 66 Museum - First stop, Powerhouse Visitors Center/Arizona Route 66 Museum. Thousands of visitors from around the world travel on Route 66 for adventure and education and enjoy the charming and imaginative displays. Modern day explorers will discover a variety of information, including vehicles, photographs, and artifacts gathered over the history of “The Mother Road.”
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Cool Springs Station - From the very earliest days, Cool Springs camp and service station was an important stop for motorists traveling Arizona’s Route 66. Cool Springs was built in the mid-1920s and has been connected with Route 66 from the very start. The legacy of Cool Springs reflects the larger story of Route 66. The Mother Road gave it life. The hey-day of Route 66 was the hey-day of Cool Springs.
Here you’ll receive your Route 66 Sidewinder or Cool Springs shirt. -
Oatman Ghost Town - As we continue, you’ll experience an exciting drive through winding roads in the Black Mountains to arrive at Historic Mining Town of Oatman in time for their “High Noon” shoot out and lunch (Not Included). Spend a fascinating afternoon in antique shops and interacting with roaming burros. Periodic Gunfights in the street will top your adventure so be sure to have your camera!
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Sitgreaves Pass - Beautiful scenic views. Sitgreaves’ Pass was first mapped out by Captain Lorenzo Sitgreaves in 1851 while on an expedition to see if the Colorado and other rivers could be navigated by steam boat. From the top of the pass at an elevation of 3,550ft (1,082 m), you can see the across the Black Mountains into California and Nevada to the West and across the scenic switchbacks to the Hualapai Mountains in Arizona to the East.
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Golden Valley - We’ll stop at Route 66 Rock Shop. Treasures that are mined from the Black Hills mountain: Fire agate, dinosaur bone rock, and more. We continue up Scenic Historic Route 66 on the section of road named the “Sidewinder”. Breathtaking views abound in this section of 66.
- Mask, Gloves, & Hand Sanitizer included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicles for comfort
- All fees and taxes covered
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuity
Nestled within the Black Mountains of Mohave County, Arizona, Oatman started its journey as a tiny mining outpost. Two gold panners landed a series of gold scores escalating to $10 million dollars in total! This considerable discovery resulted in Oatman’s population expanding by over 3,500 individuals within a single year - a testament to this place’s unique allure, observable only by its inhabitants or visitors.
Oatman’s name traces back to Olive Oatman, a young maiden who was abducted and enslaved by indigenous tribes during her family’s Western expedition. In 1856, she was exchanged to the Mohave Tribe who, as per their tradition, marked her face with tattoos.
Born and raised in the area, our celebrated Tour Guide is a local product; He spent his formative years uncovering the historic wonders, dramatic desert landscape, and diverse wildlife of Northwest Arizona. His lineage traces back to the 1800s, and his family’s historical collections have graced the displays of the local History Museum.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
