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10 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Visit Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes National Parks, Colorado National Monument, Garden of the Gods
Scenic Drive along Million Dollar Highway, Rim Rock Drive, Peak to Peak Highway
Iconic Train along the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Pikes Peak Cog Railway
View Cliff Palace dwelling at Mesa Verde National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park: The Rocky Mountains may seem larger than life, but your journey to Rocky Mountain National Park will see you come face to face with this extraordinary mountain landscape which snakes along western North America.
Rocky Mountain National Park: Covering the 48 miles between Estes Park on the park's east side and Grand Lake on the west, Trail Ridge Road more than lives up to its advanced billing. Eleven miles of this high highway travel above treeline, the elevation near 11,500 feet where the park's evergreen forests come to a halt. As it winds across the tundra's vastness to its high point at 12,183 feet elevation, Trail Ridge Road (U.S. 34) offers visitors thrilling views, wildlife sightings and spectacular alpine wildflower exhibitions, all from the comfort of their motorcoach.
Vail: Welcome to one of Colorado's great playgrounds. While the winter attracts the ski crowds, the summer draws in guests to the European-style Vail Village. Surrounded by towering Rocky Mountain peaks, the pedestrian village offers a unique mix of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Feel the friendly local vibe that makes Vail cosmopolitan and unpretentious.
Aspen: Wind along country roads passing elk habitat and views of the Elk Mountain Range as you journey out of Aspen and up Snowmass Mountain. As you climb, you'll venture off road, past small waterfalls and through open meadows, and aspen groves. When you reach Coney Glade Overlook you'll be able to take in the amazing views as your local experts will explain the history and geology of the area.
Aspen: A typical mountain lunch will be served, complete with bonfire, s'mores, and live western entertainment. Before lunch you can try your hand at horseshoeing, cornholing, and using a lasso.
Aspen: This morning, head up Colorado's Rocky Mountains to Aspen, renowned the world over as a resort for the rich and famous, with high-end boutiques, bars and restaurants. Join your Travel Director for a guided walk through the delightful center of town.
Head for Palisade, known as the 'Peach and Wine Capital of Colorado,' perfectly nestled along the Colorado River. Stop at the Clark Family Orchards and 'Connect with Locals' as you meet with family members and learn about the history of this 7-generation farming family and their 7-generation orchards. You'll also get an opportunity to sample fresh in-season produce, salsas, jams and preserves, pickled veggies, grilling sauces and salad dressings. In addition to ten varieties of the famous Palisade Peaches, a wide variety of other fruit and vegetables are also grown on property (production varies depending on seasons).
One of the hidden gems in the Western USA, Colorado National Monument is a stunning section of land sitting atop the Colorado Plateau. The views offer dramatic panoramic photo opportunities of Monument Canyon (Independence Monument and Monument Canyon View Overlooks), the monument's most prominent attraction and runs the entire width of the park. You'll drive along Rim Rock Drive enjoying spectacular views all around you.
Silverton: From Ouray, ride along the famous "Million Dollar Highway," one of the most beautiful roads in America, designated as an All-American Byway of Colorado's most spectacular views as it spirals over Coal Bank Summit, Molas Pass, and Red Mountain Pass. Arrive in the mining town of Silverton, once a bawdy mining town.
Mesa Verde National Park: There’s no better place to learn about the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people than at Mesa Verde National Park. View the carvings in the sandstone of the canyon walls at the several hundred of these dwellings – astounded by the history presented before you. This UNESCO-listed park also features thousands of well-known preserved archaeological sites. Take in the sites of this protected area as you ride along the Mesa Top Loop and Cliff Palace Loop, where you can see the magnificent Cliff Palace.
Great Sand Dunes National Park Preserve: Today's highlight is the Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, a sandbox of epic proportions - 39 square miles (101 square kilometers) with the tallest dune towering 750 feet high (229 meters), making it the largest sand dune in North America. Start at the excellent Visitor Center with a short film, various exhibits and Park Rangers to answer your questions about this unique geographical phenomenon. The back of the Visitor Center gives you a unique view of the full breadth of the dunes, framed by the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Your Travel Director will then take you to the best place for picture taking from the bottom of High Dune, a towering sand dune about 699 feet (198 m) from base to top.
Colorado Springs: Experience the beauty of the Garden of the Gods, where red-rock formations rise against Colorado’s blue skies with a Local Specialist. Visit the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center and watch the immersive Geo-Trekker film to uncover the park’s geological story.
Pikes Peak Cog Railway: Ride the world’s highest cog railway to the summit of Pikes Peak. Journey through alpine forests and past waterfalls aboard this iconic experience, recently restored for the modern traveller. At the summit, take in sweeping views and visit the new Summit House for a true taste of Colorado’s high country.
Glenwood Springs: Hotel Colorado has been delighting guests with its legendary hospitality since 1893. This landmark hotel is located right in downtown Glenwood Springs, mere steps from Glenwood Hot Springs.
Durango: Stay at The Strater Hotel, adorned with beautiful handcrafted woodwork, housing the largest collection of American Victorian walnut antiques. It's Durango's Historic Landmark Hotel, showcasing stories of the old west and mining times.
Boulder: Tour Growing Gardens, an 11-acre urban farm. Learn about land conservation, water availability, regenerative agricultural practices, environmental education, and animal husbandry. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Palisade: This evening, 'Connect With Locals,' at Maison La Belle Vie Winery , as you meet the owners for an exclusive evening, starting with a tour of the winery and tasting the flavors of their lovingly blended estate-grown reds. Then sit down for a three-course dinner paired with wines adjacent the 4.5 acre vineyard and al fresco under the Colorado Sky!
Rocky Mountain National Park: Covering the 48 miles between Estes Park on the park's east side and Grand Lake on the west, Trail Ridge Road more than lives up to its advanced billing. Eleven miles of this high highway travel above treeline, the elevation near 11,500 feet where the park's evergreen forests come to a halt. As it winds across the tundra's vastness to its high point at 12,183 feet elevation, Trail Ridge Road (U.S. 34) offers visitors thrilling views, wildlife sightings and spectacular alpine wildflower exhibitions, all from the comfort of their motorcoach.
Vail: Welcome to one of Colorado's great playgrounds. While the winter attracts the ski crowds, the summer draws in guests to the European-style Vail Village. Surrounded by towering Rocky Mountain peaks, the pedestrian village offers a unique mix of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Feel the friendly local vibe that makes Vail cosmopolitan and unpretentious.
Aspen: Wind along country roads passing elk habitat and views of the Elk Mountain Range as you journey out of Aspen and up Snowmass Mountain. As you climb, you'll venture off road, past small waterfalls and through open meadows, and aspen groves. When you reach Coney Glade Overlook you'll be able to take in the amazing views as your local experts will explain the history and geology of the area.
Aspen: A typical mountain lunch will be served, complete with bonfire, s'mores, and live western entertainment. Before lunch you can try your hand at horseshoeing, cornholing, and using a lasso.
Aspen: This morning, head up Colorado's Rocky Mountains to Aspen, renowned the world over as a resort for the rich and famous, with high-end boutiques, bars and restaurants. Join your Travel Director for a guided walk through the delightful center of town.
Head for Palisade, known as the 'Peach and Wine Capital of Colorado,' perfectly nestled along the Colorado River. Stop at the Clark Family Orchards and 'Connect with Locals' as you meet with family members and learn about the history of this 7-generation farming family and their 7-generation orchards. You'll also get an opportunity to sample fresh in-season produce, salsas, jams and preserves, pickled veggies, grilling sauces and salad dressings. In addition to ten varieties of the famous Palisade Peaches, a wide variety of other fruit and vegetables are also grown on property (production varies depending on seasons).
One of the hidden gems in the Western USA, Colorado National Monument is a stunning section of land sitting atop the Colorado Plateau. The views offer dramatic panoramic photo opportunities of Monument Canyon (Independence Monument and Monument Canyon View Overlooks), the monument's most prominent attraction and runs the entire width of the park. You'll drive along Rim Rock Drive enjoying spectacular views all around you.
Silverton: From Ouray, ride along the famous "Million Dollar Highway," one of the most beautiful roads in America, designated as an All-American Byway of Colorado's most spectacular views as it spirals over Coal Bank Summit, Molas Pass, and Red Mountain Pass. Arrive in the mining town of Silverton, once a bawdy mining town.
Mesa Verde National Park: There’s no better place to learn about the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people than at Mesa Verde National Park. View the carvings in the sandstone of the canyon walls at the several hundred of these dwellings – astounded by the history presented before you. This UNESCO-listed park also features thousands of well-known preserved archaeological sites. Take in the sites of this protected area as you ride along the Mesa Top Loop and Cliff Palace Loop, where you can see the magnificent Cliff Palace.
Great Sand Dunes National Park Preserve: Today's highlight is the Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, a sandbox of epic proportions - 39 square miles (101 square kilometers) with the tallest dune towering 750 feet high (229 meters), making it the largest sand dune in North America. Start at the excellent Visitor Center with a short film, various exhibits and Park Rangers to answer your questions about this unique geographical phenomenon. The back of the Visitor Center gives you a unique view of the full breadth of the dunes, framed by the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Your Travel Director will then take you to the best place for picture taking from the bottom of High Dune, a towering sand dune about 699 feet (198 m) from base to top.
Colorado Springs: Experience the beauty of the Garden of the Gods, where red-rock formations rise against Colorado’s blue skies with a Local Specialist. Visit the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center and watch the immersive Geo-Trekker film to uncover the park’s geological story.
Pikes Peak Cog Railway: Ride the world’s highest cog railway to the summit of Pikes Peak. Journey through alpine forests and past waterfalls aboard this iconic experience, recently restored for the modern traveller. At the summit, take in sweeping views and visit the new Summit House for a true taste of Colorado’s high country.
Glenwood Springs: Hotel Colorado has been delighting guests with its legendary hospitality since 1893. This landmark hotel is located right in downtown Glenwood Springs, mere steps from Glenwood Hot Springs.
Durango: Stay at The Strater Hotel, adorned with beautiful handcrafted woodwork, housing the largest collection of American Victorian walnut antiques. It's Durango's Historic Landmark Hotel, showcasing stories of the old west and mining times.
Boulder: Tour Growing Gardens, an 11-acre urban farm. Learn about land conservation, water availability, regenerative agricultural practices, environmental education, and animal husbandry. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Palisade: This evening, 'Connect With Locals,' at Maison La Belle Vie Winery , as you meet the owners for an exclusive evening, starting with a tour of the winery and tasting the flavors of their lovingly blended estate-grown reds. Then sit down for a three-course dinner paired with wines adjacent the 4.5 acre vineyard and al fresco under the Colorado Sky!
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What's Included
Accommodation
Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
All transport and transfers shownLuxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeing and surprise extrasAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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Itinerary
Unveil the wonders of Colorado on a ten-day city sightseeing adventure crafted for experienced travelers. Beginning and ending in Denver, this guided trip takes you through the state’s most iconic destinations, including Boulder, Palisade, and the dramatic red-rock country. Enjoy moderate physical activity as you explore the breathtaking Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, and Great Sand Dunes National Parks.
Along the way, delve into tales of the Gold Rush, ride historic railways, and traverse the scenic “Million Dollar” and Peak to Peak Highways, each offering stunning views and photo opportunities. With a balance of outdoor exploration and engaging history, this tour package’s unique selling point is its comprehensive immersion into Colorado’s natural beauty and cultural legacy—all in one well-paced journey.
day 1Good Day Denver
Welcome to Denver, the Mile High City. Spend the day recovering after your travels or explore Denver at your leisure before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a dinner.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Denver
Accommodation
Magnolia Denver
day 2Traverse the Rocky Mountains
day 3Urban Farming and Picturesque Towns
day 4Admire Aspen
day 5Savour the Flavours of Colorado
day 6Journey Through The Rustic Rockies
day 7Unmask Mesa Verde National Park
day 8Discover The Great Sand Dunes
day 9Traverse To Majestic Pikes Peak
day 10Goodbye, Colorado
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David H.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Near Perfect. One more day might have allowed more time at destinations and not in travel though. Would highly recommend this trip!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
It was fine.
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Welcome T.Verified Traveler
3.0 | Average
Whether we went to lunch, a visitor center, a rest stop, or visit a tourist site, we were always rushed. Too often, we were given a tight deadline to get back to the bus. Would giving us 15 or 20 minutes more really hurt the scheduling? The breakfasts at the Colorado Hotel and Strater Hotel were limited and we had to ask for more food to be put out. The dinners at the beginning and end of the trip that were included were terrible. The driver was an expert at navigating the curvy and narrow turns, but he could have given more air conditioning.
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Michael D.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Tour director was superb. Itinerary was great. Driver was amazing. Food at several accomodation sites was average, and farewell dinnner was pitiful.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
No free water on coach. A charge of a dollar a bottle though minimal, was a turn off as we were told to hydrate as much as possible. On other tours we have taken with Trafalgar in Italy, Collete, Caravan and AAA Tours, you were always given water
