Embark on a historical guided tour of Tucson and delve into the bold and rugged past of the Wild West. Discover the origins of the city, the fascinating story behind the University of Arizona, the notorious Dillinger Gang, and the Apache Indians’ reputation as desert pirates.
- Mission San Xavier del Bac - Explore the oldest European structure in the old west territory. The Mission San Xavier del Bac, inspired by Father Kino and built by the Tohono O’odham
- Sentinel Peak Park - We’ll take a drive by historic A Mountain, the Apache lookout for the Tohono O’odham and a
- Presidio San Agustin del Tucson - Take a walk into history, explore the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson, built when the southwest was a Spanish Territory filled with Natives and Spanish Military, settlers and a handful of Jesuit Priests. Discover how those people lived and the Presidio built to protect them from the raiding Apache Indians and other hostile enemies.
- St. Augustine Cathedral - We will pass by Historic Hotel Congress, the St. Augustine Cathedral. We will view the magnificent Cathedral built in the late 1800’s whose mason had a daughter that invented the Chimichanga.
- University of Arizona - Drive by Historic Old Main at the University of Arizona. Find out why this amazing University almost didn’t happen and how 2 gamblers and a Saloon owner saved the day!
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- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Lunch
Embark on a journey to the bold, untamed west! Listen to the tales of Tucson’s sometimes brutal and notable history.
Tour the historic Presidio, where Hugo O’Connor, known as the Red Captain of the Spanish Military, is credited as the founder and namer of Tucson city.
Discover how the establishment of the University of Arizona was nearly thwarted, only to be saved by a Saloon proprietor and two gamblers!
Gain in-depth knowledge about the Apache Indians, notorious for being the desert’s buccaneers, renowned for their raiding, pillaging, and ruthless conduct.
Feast your eyes on the magnificent White Dove of the Desert, and witness the location where the Dillinger Gang met their capture in the 1930s, among many other things!
- Travel time will consume 4 - 5 hours
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.