--- title: Route 66, Oatman, Nelson Ghost Town SmallGroup Tour from LasVegas lang: en type: tour city: Las Vegas country: United States price: 172 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 64 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 660 languages: [de, pt, en, it, fr, hu, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 90 of 133 (Day Trips from Las Vegas) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/route-66-oatman-nelson-ghost-town-smallgroup-tour-from-lasvegas/ --- # Route 66, Oatman, Nelson Ghost Town SmallGroup Tour from LasVegas **Guidekin's take:** Look for wild burros in Oatman, explore Kingman and walk through Nelson Ghost Town on a desert day trip from Las Vegas. Transport in an air-conditioned SUV, minivan or van and bottled water are included; meals are extra. 4.73 from 64 reviews at €172 per person for 9h–11h. In our comparison: #90 of 133 in Day Trips from Las Vegas, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover historic Route 66, Oatman, Kingman, and Nelson Ghost Town on a small-group tour from Las Vegas. Travel comfortably in a modern SUV, minivan or van, with ample time in Oatman to see the famous wild burros, explore classic Route 66 stops, and walk through one of Nevada’s most authentic ghost towns. This full-day experience is ideal for travelers who want scenic desert landscapes, history, and relaxed pacing — without large buses or rushed stops. Pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas hotels are included, along with a knowledgeable local guide who handles driving, navigation, and timing so you can enjoy the journey stress-free. With small groups and carefully planned stops, this tour offers a more personal and immersive way to experience the Southwest beyond the Strip. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:00: one departure a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €172 per person - Duration: 9h–11h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 64 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: FORVENTURA Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Hungarian, Spanish - Start times: 07:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.73 from 64 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 60 of 64. - 5 stars: 57 (89%) - 4 stars: 3 (5%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 2 (3%) - 1 star: 2 (3%) ## What's included - Bottled water - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Meals - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Nelson Ghost Town** (1h; admission included) - Your day begins with a scenic drive through the Nevada desert to Nelson Ghost Town, a once-booming gold mining settlement set in the rugged landscape of Eldorado Canyon. Spend about an hour exploring at a relaxed pace, walking among well-preserved historic buildings, vintage... 2. **Oatman Ghost Town** (1h 30m; admission included) - Leaving Nelson, travel south into Arizona and join a scenic stretch of the iconic Route 66, where desert landscapes and classic roadside views capture the spirit of the American road trip. Continue to Oatman, a historic mining town set in the Black Mountains and best known... 3. **Historic Route 66 Museum** (45m; admission included) - After Oatman, continue to Kingman, one of the most important towns along historic Route 66. Visit the Arizona Route 66 Museum, located inside the restored Powerhouse Visitor Center, for an engaging look at the road’s history and cultural impact. Spend about 30–45 minutes... 4. **Locomotive Park** (20m; admission included) - Just steps from the museum, make a brief stop at Locomotive Park to see the impressive Santa Fe Steam Engine No. 3759, a fully restored 1940s-era locomotive on public display. Spend about 15–20 minutes getting up close to this iconic piece of railroad history, with time for... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Day Trips from Las Vegas | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #90 of 133** | €172 | 9h–11h | 4.73 (64) | shared | | [Scooter Tours of Red Rock Canyon](/usa/las-vegas/tours/scooter-tours-of-red-rock-canyon/?format=md) | €143 | 4h | 4.99 (2216) | shared | | [Red Rock Canyon eBike Half-Day Tour](/usa/las-vegas/tours/red-rock-canyon-ebike-half-day-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 4h 15m | 4.99 (1962) | shared | | [Small Group Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, 7 Magic Mountains VIP Tour](/usa/las-vegas/tours/small-group-grand-canyon-hoover-dam-7-magic-mountains-vip-tour/?format=md) | €155 | 12h | 4.97 (3329) | shared | Ranked #90 of 133 in Day Trips from Las Vegas by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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