Colorado Rockies Small-Group Half-Day Tour
Begin your Rocky Mountain adventure by meeting your guide and small group at a central meeting point at Denver’s Union Station, before your chosen start time in the morning or afternoon.Then climb aboard your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive into the Rockies. Discover hidden gems and panoramic views in low-traffic areas, offering a serene escape into nature. Pause at Clear Creek Canyon, exploring the historic riverbanks, followed by a stop at Echo Lake Park on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, then continue to the charming mining town of Idaho Springs.This half-day adventure ends with drop-off at the original departure point.
Overview
Begin your Rocky Mountain adventure by meeting your guide and small group at a central meeting point at Denver’s Union Station, before your chosen start time in the morning or afternoon.
Then climb aboard your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive into the Rockies. Discover hidden gems and panoramic views in low-traffic areas, offering a serene escape into nature.
Pause at Clear Creek Canyon, exploring the historic riverbanks, followed by a stop at Echo Lake Park on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, then continue to the charming mining town of Idaho Springs.
This half-day adventure ends with drop-off at the original departure point.
Itinerary
Denver Union Station
Disconnect for a few hours in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Breathe in fresh mountain air and explore low trafficked areas with stunning views. Take your time, sit on a rock and look out into the vast mountain range in solitude. Enjoy driving along scenic mountain roads in an upscale vehicle with great views to soak up your surroundings. Guests get ample time at each sight and a local guide showing some of their favorite spots.
30 minute stop at the Clear Creek Canyon and stop to walk along the river
Itinerary
From Denver drive West to the Rocky Mountains. Explore a beautiful Canyon along a peaceful river and stop in places with panoramic views for miles. Stop at a local brewery on the way back to town.
Clear Creek Canyon
Spend 30 minutes exploring the river banks of this historic canyon, where Colorado's gold rush once began long ago.
30 minutesEcho Lake Park
Mount Evans Scenic Byway is a beautiful road close to Denver with great views of the Rocky Mountains. There are great spots along the way for nature walks and panoramic views for miles.
30 minute stop at Echo Lake.
45 minutesMount Blue Sky Scenic Byway
The Scenic Byway to Mount Blue Sky climbs over 7,000 feet in its 28-mile length, reaching an altitude of 14,130' feet. On this tour we drive to 9000 feet and stop at Echo Lake at the base of Mount Bluesky. Idaho Springs serves as the starting point to the byway. This drive offers visitors scenic views of the Continental Divide. The Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area offers easy access to Colorado’s inspiring high mountain environment. Take a short walk around the Alpine Lake at Echo Lake Park. Overlook spectacular views of distant mountain peaks, alpine lakes and glacier valleys! Walk amongst the oldest living organisms on earth!
2 hoursIdaho Springs
Spend some time exploring this cute and historical mining town in the heart of the Rockies. World class breweries, shopping, and dining can be found here.
The town resides at an elevation of 7,526 feet in Clear Creek County. It features an ample downtown with a lot of shops and restaurants serving the I-70 travelers. Idaho Springs is a popular stop for those traveling on I-70, to and from the mountains. Though the town is known for its hot springs, Idaho Springs has a lot more to offer adventure seekers.
30 minutes
Location
Address
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Water Refill - please bring reusable bottle
- Professional Guide/Driver
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Coats, Gloves, Hats, etc.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years old - no children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
- This tour does NOT go to Rocky Mountain National Park.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tour to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- Please dress in layers. You are welcome to leave unused articles of clothing in the vehicles at each stop.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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