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Close-up view of the Naco border wall on the Diggers Borderwall Tour, showing rusted steel panels and coils of razor wire against a clear Arizona sky.

DIGGERS BORDERWALL TOUR

STAND AT THE EDGE OF TWO COUNTRIES - THE BORDER WALL

Ride private with a 4th-generation Bisbee guide on the 3-hour Diggers Borderwall Tour. You’ll wind through Old Bisbee’s steep streets and historic homes, stop at the Lavender Pit rim and open-pit mine overlooks, then roll into Lowell’s vintage-car time capsule. Finish in Naco at the U.S.–Mexico border wall, where you’ll hear about Fort Naco and the first foreign aerial bombing on U.S. soil - plus big views and photo stops.

Watch the horizon widen… right where America meets Mexico.

ADULT $105

YOUTH $53

SENIOR $95

UNDER 13 FREE

TAX INCLUDED

QUICK FACTS

Know Before You Book

This private, 3-hour pavement-only jeep tour explores Old Bisbee, Naco (border wall), the Open Pits, and Lowell.

DURATION:

3 HOURs

ROUTE:

Old Bisbee → Lavender Pit → Lowell → Naco

PACE:

Mild - Street Only Tour

PICKUP:

Free within Bisbee; default meeting point at 10 Copper Queen Plaza

RESTROOMS:

Available near start/end and throughout tour

BRING:

JACKET, HAT, REFRESHMENTS, CAMERA, INSECT REPELLENT
Historic photo of Ronald Reagan and Nancy Reagan visiting Naco, Arizona, standing beside a vehicle near the old Gay 90’s Bar and Naco Mercantile - an iconic moment featured on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.
Ruins of historic Camp Naco’s adobe barracks near the U.S. - Mexico border, shown behind a chain-link fence with desert mountains in the distance on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.

Where copper country ends, the border story begins.

What You’ll See

BUILT ON HILLSIDES, HELD TOGETHER BY STORIES

Old Bisbee  - Streets, Architecture, Overlooks, and History

Narrow hillside streets with century-old homes, businesses, and stairways

Short photo stops at neighborhood overlooks

Talk through local mining history, architecture, and notable residents

Practical tips for things to do in Bisbee after your tour

Historic OK Street Jail in Old Bisbee, featuring its narrow brick facade, barred windows, and steep hillside setting - one of the mining town landmarks seen on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.
Wide southern view of the Lavender Pit open-pit copper mine in Bisbee, showcasing layered rock walls, mineral colors, and the vast scale seen on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.

NOTHING ABOUT THIS WAS SMALL

Lavender Pit Overlook  -  Mining Scale & Geology

Safe roadside overlook on the rim (we do not enter the pit)

Clear explanation of open-pit copper mining and visible rock colors

Where the Lavender Pit fits into Bisbee’s timeline

Bisbee Blue Turquoise exposed in the pit wall

YESTERDAY, THOUGHTFULLY RESTORED

Lowell -  Vintage Cars & Classic Storefronts

"Time-Capsule" Erie Street with Americana signage and Autos

Hotel made of classic airstreams

Cemetery with over 10,000 graves

School with polished copper doors

Close-up view of the historic Lowell Gym and Pool signs along Erie Street in Lowell, Arizona, capturing the preserved Americana streetscape visited on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.
Interior view of the crumbling adobe walls at historic Fort Naco, with a doorway framing the distant mountains - one of the abandoned borderland sites explored on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.

YESTERDAY, THOUGHTFULLY RESTORED

Naco - The Border Suburb

Miles of Up-Close Border Wall. Photograph It and Touch It

Camp Naco - Home of 5500 Buffalo Soldiers

The First Foriegn Aerial Bomber in American History

Gay 90's Bar - Ronald and Nancy Reagan's Watering Hole

Pickup, Parking & Meeting Point

WE MEET YOU WHERE IT'S CONVENIENT

Getting to your Big Jeep Tour is straightforward and stress-free. We offer a central meeting location in Old Bisbee, with free guest-choice pickup available within Bisbee city limits when arranged in advance.

Primary Meeting Location

10 Copper Queen Plaza, Bisbee, AZ

This easy-to-find downtown location is our default meeting point and works well for guests driving in from Tucson, Sierra Vista, or Phoenix.

Free Guest-Choice Pickup (Bisbee Only)

Staying in town? We’re happy to pick you up at many popular Bisbee locations, including:

  • Copper Queen Hotel

  • Shady Dell

  • Downtown inns, hotels, and vacation rentals within city limits

Parking Tips

Big Jeep Tours vehicle parked outside The Carrick Hotel in Old Bisbee before heading out to the Old Bisbee Tour.
Wide view of the U.S.–Mexico border wall near Naco, Arizona, with rugged desert terrain and the slopes of the San Jose Mountains rising in the background along the Diggers Borderwall Tour route.

​Watch the horizon widen… right where America meets Mexico.

Monsoon rain sweeping across the San Jose Mountains near Naco, Arizona, with distant desert valleys visible beneath dramatic storm clouds on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.

FAQS

Are tours private?
Yes. Every Big Jeep Tour is private for your group.

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How long is the DIGGERS BORDERWALL TOUR?
About 3 hours, including photo stops.

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Do you go off-road?

No. This is a pavement-only, mild street tour.

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Do you go to the Lavender Pit?

Yes. We stop at safe rim overlooks (we do not enter the pit).

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Where do we meet?
We provide free pickup within Bisbee city limits or you can meet us at 10 Copper Queen Plaza.

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Is it suitable for limited mobility?
Yes. Our vehicles have easy step-in access. Tell us any needs when booking.

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Can I touch the Border Wall?
Yes, we will walk about 50 yards to the wall next to the port of entry and you can touch the wall there.

Colorful historic storefronts along Old Bisbee’s Main Street, showcasing the town’s preserved architecture and vibrant character featured on the Diggers Borderwall Tour.

TESTIMONIAL

Travis Is The Bomb Diggity!

Travis is the bomb diggity! His Personal knowledge of Bisbee made our experience with Big Jeep Tours truly amazing! He's respectful and loves the area with a passion. An ride with him is a ride with history. It was so good that I'm bringing more family members in July! Thanks Travis! Shirlene, Rachel, Kimberly

Shirlene

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