Adventure in Tombstone, Arizona!

Tombstone

Why Visit?

Tombstone: A Wild West Adventure

Day 1: Arrival and Introduction to the Old West

Fly into Tucson International Airport and rent a car for a scenic hour-and-a-half drive southeast to Tombstone, Arizona. Upon arrival, check into a historic guesthouse like the SageBrush Inn to soak in the vintage charm. Spend your first afternoon strolling Allen Street, where wooden sidewalks and period costumes transport you back to the 1880s. Don’t miss a photo op by the infamous OK Corall, the site of the most legendary gunfight in American West history.

Day 2: Gunfight Reenactments and Ghost Tours

Start your day at the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park, a vibrant museum encapsulating the silver mining boom and its resultant lawlessness. By mid-morning, head to the OK Corral. Daily reenactments at 11 am sharp recreate the fierce 1881 shootout between outlaw cowboys and town marshals. Grab lunch at Big Nose Kate"s Saloon, named after the notorious companion of Doc Holliday, and enjoy a local brew with a side of live honky-tonk music.

In the afternoon, explore the Bird Cage Theatre, a former saloon, gambling hall, and theater known for its rambunctious entertainment. Preserved in its original state, the Bird Cage offers guided tours that reveal hidden corners and ghostly tales. As dusk falls, join a thrilling ghost tour to explore Tombstone’s haunted past, visiting eerie sites where spirits are said to roam.

Day 3: Hike in the Dragoon Mountains

Venture outside Tombstone into the rugged landscapes of the Dragoon Mountains, where Cochise and his Apache band once hid. Trails range from easy walks to challenging hikes with breath-taking views of the Coronado National Forest. Guided tours, often led by descendants of Cochise, add rich historical context to the stunning scenery.

Departure

After a morning of leisurely breakfast and last-minute souvenir shopping, drive back to Tucson for your return flight, filled with tales of gunfights, ghosts, and the indomitable spirit of the Old West.

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