Pancho Villa's Legendary Border Crossing Raid in Columbus NM
- 2–3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
PARK AT RAILROAD DEPOT MUESUEM FOR 9:30AM PICK-UP - Our Legendary Tour of Pancho Villa's Border Crossing will transport you back to the original sites of the infamous raid on the Village of Columbus, NM. America's first 9/11 happened at approx 4:12 a.m. March 9th, 1916 when 600+ "Villaistas" raided Columbus Army's Camp. 8 soldiers, 10 civilians and 200+ villaistas were killed. TOUR - Starting at the Cemetery to see the grave sites of the fallen soldiers and civilians from that explosive morning in and around the village and Camp Furlong military base. See the planes, tanks, and all the historical artifacts and fort ruins at the State Park or Museum. See the historical remains of the raid on the small downtown of the village. Tour the Historical Foundation Railroad museum By the end of this fun and factual historical event tour you're going to understand why the name "Pancho Villa" is known worldwide! DISCLAIMERS: Carpooling may be required Museum Closures Possible Trail Walking
Inclusions
What's included
- Personally guided tour by local resident experts.
What's not
- Liability Insurance
Itinerary
Valley Heights Cemetery - Tour begins at the victims grave sites of civilians killed in the raid.
Village Walking Tour features a walk through the historical locations still present throughout the small downtown of the Village of Columbus. Note: Our driving tour makes stops at the significant historical sites.
The Historical Railroad Depot Museum managed by The Columbus Historical Society located across the street from Pancho Villa State Park. Admission is free. A small donation box is available inside to contribute to their cause.
At the completion of our guided tour, your party will be released to visit the Pancho Villa State Park and Museum. Site of the U.S. Camp Furlong army base in operation at the time of the raid. Enjoy this state funded air conditioned museum hosted by park rangers and "Friends of the Park" to answer all your questions. The museum features a life size replica of the Jenny Aeroplane used in the pursuit of Pancho Villa. Also enjoy a drive or stroll through the camp grounds which are loaded with the old buildings and footprints of what once was. A $10 per vehicle fee (not per person) is charged.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Railroad Depot Museum - Meeting Place at 9:30AM Located at the intersection of Hwy 11 and Hwy 9. Please PARK AND WAIT in the main parking lot in front of the Caboose for pick-up or carpool. DO NOT ENTER MUSUEM as it is the last stop on the tour.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 100 travellers
- Operated by
- Hole in the Wall Getaway
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in USA, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 60% below the median of the 2274 experiences we list in USA, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1058 of 2274.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in USA, outside the cities
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