Ten Hours Through the Old West: Tombstone, Boothill Cemetery and San Xavier del Bac

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Ten Hours Through the Old West: Tombstone, Boothill Cemetery and San Xavier del Bac

A private, full-day sightseeing tour that brings Tombstone’s shootout drama and Boothill’s graveside stories together with a measured visit to the San Xavier del Bac Mission in Tucson.

Ten Hours Through the Old West: Tombstone, Boothill Cemetery and San Xavier del Bac.

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Location
Phoenix
Operator
Historic Arizona Tours
Category
Sightseeing Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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This private, 10-hour sightseeing tour threads together two of southern Arizona’s most evocative sites: the raw frontier streets of Tombstone, complete with a staged shootout and a visit to Boothill Cemetery, and the white-walled San Xavier del Bac Mission near Tucson. The itinerary combines living-history moments, cemetery lore and mission architecture into a single, carefully paced day.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HISTORY

Boothill Cemetery and Tombstone’s Shootout

Walk the same dirt-lined streets where the Old West still performs for visitors: a staged shootout on Tombstone’s main drag and a contemplative stop at Boothill Cemetery that codifies the town’s violent past.

THE ARCHITECTURE

San Xavier del Bac Mission

A stop in Tucson lets you explore San Xavier del Bac, a mission known for its historic Spanish colonial architecture and cultural significance in the region.

THE DAY

A Curated Full-Day Experience

The private format compresses Tombstone’s theatrical moments, a Boothill visit and a mission stop into a single, memorable 10‑hour excursion with a provided lunch allowance.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

Expect a long, deliberate day that moves from the performative bustle of Tombstone to the quieter, reverent space of Boothill Cemetery and then on to Tucson’s San Xavier del Bac Mission; lunch is provided as part of the itinerary with an allowance per person, and the private format keeps the pace focused and cohesive.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private tour suits best — and who should consider alternatives.

1
History BuffsAn ideal match: the itinerary centers on Tombstone’s Old West narrative, Boothill Cemetery and the historic mission stop.
2
Families with childrenAppropriate for families: the tour is listed as suitable for all ages and combines theatrical moments with quieter historical sites.
3
Day-trippers based in PhoenixA single-day excursion that consolidates key southern Arizona sights into a private, 10-hour outing.
4
PhotographersGood opportunities for heritage and architectural photography at Tombstone and at San Xavier del Bac during a compact, all-day route.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The tour runs 10 hours in total.

What’s included

Visits to Tombstone, Boothill Cemetery and San Xavier del Bac Mission, plus lunch with an allowance up to $15 per person.

Age suitability

The tour is listed as suitable for all ages.

Operator

This private sightseeing tour is offered by Historic Arizona Tours.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 10 hours.

Which sites are visited on the tour?

The itinerary includes Tombstone (with a staged shootout), Boothill Cemetery, and the San Xavier del Bac Mission in Tucson.

Is lunch provided?

Lunch is included with an allowance provided up to $15 per person.

Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?

Yes; the tour is described as suitable for all ages.

Who operates this private tour?

The tour is operated by Historic Arizona Tours.