Rocky Mountain National Park in Summer Tour from Denver
Description
This adventure into one of America’s most treasured National Parks is a must-do while in Colorado. We maximize your time in the park to see and do as much as we can. You'll take a short walk to a beautiful waterfall. Discover fragile alpine tundra and see incredible rocky mountain views as you travel for 11 miles above timberline along Trail Ridge Road while reaching an elevation of 12,183 feet. Multiple stops and short walks to photograph and take in the breathtaking views. Enjoy a picnic lunch while surrounded by pristine mountain scenery. Observe a variety of wildlife including herds of grazing elk and yellow-bellied marmots. Visit the quaint mountain village of Estes Park and explore the souvenir and artisan shops. Visit the Historic Stanley Hotel if interested. See Learn and Explore all Rocky Mountain National Park has to offer, don't just drive past.
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Itinerary
Enter into Rocky Mountain National Park for the day of adventure
Walk down the trail and take in the fresh air withness the power of destruction along your walk to a waterfall and alluvial fan. See boulders the size of cars deposited onto the valley floor
Enjoy a picnic lunch nestled into a picturesque mountain valley next to a stream or scenic lake. Guide may select a different park location for lunch based on conditions that day.
Travel 11 miles into the Alpine along this scenic drive on the highest paved road in North America stopping to take photos and walk down the overlooks and enjoy the majestic views and wildlife sightings.
Look for Pika, Bighorn Sheep, and Marmots at this scenic overlook and highest spot on Trail Ridge Road
Visit the Ranger Station and Gift shop or enjoy a walk up to the highest point on Trail Ridge Road taking in the 360 degree breathtaking mountain views
See Poudre Lake and the Continental Divide for a fun photo stop
Enjoy a walk in the alpine for amazing panoramic views and photos
See the many sides of the park on this short walk with views of Long's Peak and the mountain valleys
Exit the park through Beaver Meadows looking for wildlife along the way.
Stroll down Elkhorn Avenue grab a drink or ice-cream and pop into the local shops or visit the historic Stanley Hotel while in this quaint mountain town.
Visit the historic and infamous Stanley Hotel. Built by F.O. Stanley in 1909 and made famous by Steven Kings novel "The Shinning".
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a small possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the unlikely event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Vegetarian and gluten free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please make your sandwich selection in the special requirements field when booking, or by calling or emailing at least 24 hrs in advance. Please choose from the following options: Turkey, Ham, Roast Beef, Tuna Salad or Veggie. If we do not receive your request a turkey sandwich will be provided.
- Options for Boulder and Estes Park Pickup need to be arranged directly with Colorado Sightseer
- We will travel up into high altitudes if concerned please consult you physician prior to travel.
Reviews(781)
Emily was a great guide. She made sure we saw as many native animal species…didn’t hesitate to turn around…backtrack for one final glimpse. Beautiful mountain scenery.
It was a great experience. The guide, Emily was great she had so much information and was so funny and personable. Really glad we went.
Thank you so much for the review! Emily really is a hoot, isn't she? We love that her quick wit and personable style kept you laughing while you were soaking in all that great information. It makes us so happy to hear that you're "really glad" you chose to spend your day with us. We’ll be sure to pass your laughs and compliments along to her!
Anne is one of the most thoughtful, knowledgeable and kind souls! She guided us through the mountains and made sure we had everything we needed along the way. We learnt a lot from her and this trip was definitely worth it!!
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! Anne truly is a kind soul, and we love that her thoughtful nature shone through during your mountain adventure. Making sure our guests feel safe, comfortable, and fully taken care of is exactly what she does best. We're absolutely thrilled that you learned so much and felt the trip was worth every moment. We would love to welcome you back into the mountains with Anne anytime!
My 14 year old son and I had an INCREDIBLE experience on this tour! I cannot recommend it enough! It was super organized, well worth the money, exceptionally interesting and our guide, Anne, was a complete pro! She had more than enough knowledge to lead conversation and answer questions, and she was perfect at keeping our group on time so we could see everything on the itinerary! A perfect mix of scenic and small town treasures. Lunch was perfect and the van was comfortable and clean. Do NOT hesitate to book this tour! And thank you Anne for a truly memorable adventure!
Thank you so much for this incredible review! We absolutely love hearing when parents and their teenagers have an amazing time together on our tours—that is a massive win in our book! Anne is indeed a complete pro, and her ability to blend deep local knowledge with seamless pacing is what makes her so fantastic. We’re thrilled that the scenery, small-town treasures, and clean van hit the mark for you both. We would love to welcome you and your son back for another memorable adventure down the road!
We had an amazing experience on the Rocky Mountain Summer Tour with Anne as our guide! Anne was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip fun and memorable. She was an excellent driver, and we always felt safe and comfortable throughout the tour. Her food recommendations were fantastic, and she shared so many interesting facts and stories about the Rockies that made the experience even more special. Thank you, Anne, for such a wonderful day.
We love hearing that you had such an amazing day exploring the Rockies with Anne! She has a true passion for our beautiful mountains, and it shines through in every unique story she shares and every local spot she recommends. Thank you for choosing Colorado Sightseer for your summer getaway and for highlighting Anne's top-notch driving and hospitality. Safe travels until we see you next time!
Excellent customer service by the tour guide. The guide was well versed in Colorado history and it was an enlightening experience.
We are so incredibly grateful for your review! Providing top-notch customer service is at the very heart of what we do, so knowing our guide delivered an excellent experience means the world to our team. Blending great hospitality with deep local knowledge is exactly our goal. Thank you for choosing Colorado Sightseer, and we hope to host you again on your next getaway!
Great tour with Christine. She made the day very relaxed and enjoyable. We loved that she was just as excited to see the wildlife as we were! Highly recommend taking this tour with Christine and Colorado Sightseeing!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We always say that the magic of the mountains never fades, and we love that Christine gets just as excited to spot wildlife as our guests do—that genuine passion is exactly what makes her such a special guide. We’re thrilled she made your day feel relaxed, fun, and memorable. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to her, and we hope to welcome you back for another safari in the van soon!
It was beautiful and Jorge was amazing!
Beautiful views and an amazing guide—that is the ultimate Colorado combination right there! We are thrilled that you had such a great time out exploring with Jorge. Thank you so much for taking a moment to share the love, and we hope to host you on another adventure in the future!
This is very good trip to see some of the places in Rocky Mountain during summer.Our guide Jorge provided lots of information regarding each of the places and very patient with our group. He was very considerate and checked on the group frequently to make sure everyone is doing okay as we went up.I would definitely recommend this trip if you are planning to visit Rocky Mountain national park and don’t want to drive by yourself. Only thing to watch out is that you will be dehydrating at higher elevations so keep yourself hydrated as much as possible and if you are planning to do hikes watch out on how your body is responding. Finally big thank you to our guide for making the trip memorable
Thank you so much for this thoughtful and thorough review! Jorge is wonderful, and his patience and constant check-ins are exactly why he is such a special guide. Navigating the higher elevations can certainly be a bit of an adjustment, so we are thrilled to hear that his attentive care kept everyone feeling safe, comfortable, and well-informed. We will gladly pass along your big thank you to him!
Jorge was fantastic. He made sure that we had a great experience. He taught us about the rules to mind when at the National parks. We saw a lot of wildlife and he did not rush us at all. 5+ stars for Jorge!
Jorge was fantastic. He made sure that we had a great experience. He taught us about the rules to mind when at the National parks. We saw a lot of wildlife and he did not rush us at all. 5+ stars for Jorge!
