Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park Tour from Denver
Meet your driver-guide and small group at a central location in front of Denver’s Union Station at 8:15am to begin your tour. Board a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and pass through Boulder as you drive to Rocky Mountain National Park. Explore the park's natural wonders, taking a stroll around Bear or Sprague Lake, chosen based on conditions and preferences. Capture breathtaking views at Many Parks Curve Overlook, and witness the power of nature at Alluvial Fan Waterfall. Traverse Horseshoe Park and keep your eyes peeled for elk, bighorn sheep, and moose. After your park exploration, venture to downtown Estes Park for free time. Roam Elkhorn Avenue, discover local artisan stores, and savor lunch at one of the charming restaurants (own expense). Or, visit the historic Stanley Hotel, famously linked to Stephen King's "The Shining." Conclude your day with a scenic return to Denver’s Union Station for drop-off.
Highlights
- ✓Admire alpine lakes, elk meadows, and epic overlooks in Rocky Mountain Park
- ✓Walk scenic trails and spot wildlife like moose, deer, and bighorn sheep
- ✓Visit charming Estes Park and the historic Stanley Hotel at your own pace
- ✓Relax with round-trip transport, park entry, and expert local commentary
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your tour at Historic Union Station where your local driver guide for the day will pick you up.
- ✓Drive through downtown Boulder on your way up to the National Park. See the University of Colorado Boulder Campus and Pearl Street.
- ✓Enter into Rocky Mountain National Park. Travel through the park making stops to view wildlife, beautiful Mountain peaks and walk down trails. Stop in Moraine Park to look for herds of grazing elk, coyote, and deer.
- ✓Enjoy a stroll around either Bear or Sprague Lake, determined by you, your guide and driving conditions. At either lake you will enjoy views of inspiring mountain peaks all around you and breath in the fresh mountain air. In the winter our guide will provide snow treads for you shoes so you may enjoy the beauty safely.
- ✓Travel up to this beautiful overlook and enjoy views of the many sides of the park. Enjoy a short walk for photos and views of the numerous mountain peaks and valleys in the park.
- ✓Hear the story of destruction and see the power of mother nature at this beautiful alluvial fan waterfall. Have fun walking the trail next to the massive boulders that were deposited on the valley floor, hear see and feel the rocky mountain water as it comes down to the valley.
- ✓Follow the river through Horseshoe park and past Sheep Lakes all the while looking for wildlife along the way. Elk, Bighorn Sheep and Moose have been seen here also a favorite spot for birds and deer.
- ✓Make a stop at the National Park Visitor Center and see, learn, and explore the displays and merchandise and get a stamp for your N.P. Passport book or take the Rocky Mountain National Park pledge
- ✓Spend time on your own in downtown Estes Park located at the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Stroll down Elkhorn Avenue and see the many local artisan stores and choose to eat lunch in any of the wonderful restaurants. If interested your guide will take you to see if the beautiful historic Stanley Hotel where Stephen King was inspired to write The Shinning.
- ✓Visit the historic and infamous Stanley Hotel built by F.O. Stanley in 1909 and made infamous by Steven Kings novel "The Shinning".
What's included
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- ✓National Park fees *If you have an annual NP pass bring it and receive a $10 refund on your tour.
- ✓Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned 12 or 15 passenger Ford Transit touring vans
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities (15-20% recommended)
- ✓Non-U.S. residents ONLY will be charged an additional $100 fee, unless they have an Annual Non-Resident Pass that covers this fee plus 3 more nonresident guests aged 16+ to enter the National Park
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A small amount of walking is involved down trails and overlooks
Operates in all weather conditions unless unsafe driving conditions exist, so please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply. There is a 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
Not available after Memorial Day then we operate our Rocky Mountain National Park Summer Tour due to Trail Ridge Road being opened for the season please see that listing to book this tour in the summer
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.
Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park Tour from Denver
Meet your driver-guide and small group at a central location in front of Denver’s Union Station at 8:15am to begin your tour. Board a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and pass through Boulder as you drive to Rocky Mountain National Park. Explore the park's natural wonders, taking a stroll around Bear or Sprague Lake, chosen based on conditions and preferences. Capture breathtaking views at Many Parks Curve Overlook, and witness the power of nature at Alluvial Fan Waterfall. Traverse Horseshoe Park and keep your eyes peeled for elk, bighorn sheep, and moose. After your park exploration, venture to downtown Estes Park for free time. Roam Elkhorn Avenue, discover local artisan stores, and savor lunch at one of the charming restaurants (own expense). Or, visit the historic Stanley Hotel, famously linked to Stephen King's "The Shining." Conclude your day with a scenic return to Denver’s Union Station for drop-off.
Highlights
- ✓Admire alpine lakes, elk meadows, and epic overlooks in Rocky Mountain Park
- ✓Walk scenic trails and spot wildlife like moose, deer, and bighorn sheep
- ✓Visit charming Estes Park and the historic Stanley Hotel at your own pace
- ✓Relax with round-trip transport, park entry, and expert local commentary
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your tour at Historic Union Station where your local driver guide for the day will pick you up.
- ✓Drive through downtown Boulder on your way up to the National Park. See the University of Colorado Boulder Campus and Pearl Street.
- ✓Enter into Rocky Mountain National Park. Travel through the park making stops to view wildlife, beautiful Mountain peaks and walk down trails. Stop in Moraine Park to look for herds of grazing elk, coyote, and deer.
- ✓Enjoy a stroll around either Bear or Sprague Lake, determined by you, your guide and driving conditions. At either lake you will enjoy views of inspiring mountain peaks all around you and breath in the fresh mountain air. In the winter our guide will provide snow treads for you shoes so you may enjoy the beauty safely.
- ✓Travel up to this beautiful overlook and enjoy views of the many sides of the park. Enjoy a short walk for photos and views of the numerous mountain peaks and valleys in the park.
- ✓Hear the story of destruction and see the power of mother nature at this beautiful alluvial fan waterfall. Have fun walking the trail next to the massive boulders that were deposited on the valley floor, hear see and feel the rocky mountain water as it comes down to the valley.
- ✓Follow the river through Horseshoe park and past Sheep Lakes all the while looking for wildlife along the way. Elk, Bighorn Sheep and Moose have been seen here also a favorite spot for birds and deer.
- ✓Make a stop at the National Park Visitor Center and see, learn, and explore the displays and merchandise and get a stamp for your N.P. Passport book or take the Rocky Mountain National Park pledge
- ✓Spend time on your own in downtown Estes Park located at the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Stroll down Elkhorn Avenue and see the many local artisan stores and choose to eat lunch in any of the wonderful restaurants. If interested your guide will take you to see if the beautiful historic Stanley Hotel where Stephen King was inspired to write The Shinning.
- ✓Visit the historic and infamous Stanley Hotel built by F.O. Stanley in 1909 and made infamous by Steven Kings novel "The Shinning".
What's included
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- ✓National Park fees *If you have an annual NP pass bring it and receive a $10 refund on your tour.
- ✓Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned 12 or 15 passenger Ford Transit touring vans
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities (15-20% recommended)
- ✓Non-U.S. residents ONLY will be charged an additional $100 fee, unless they have an Annual Non-Resident Pass that covers this fee plus 3 more nonresident guests aged 16+ to enter the National Park
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A small amount of walking is involved down trails and overlooks
Operates in all weather conditions unless unsafe driving conditions exist, so please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply. There is a 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
Not available after Memorial Day then we operate our Rocky Mountain National Park Summer Tour due to Trail Ridge Road being opened for the season please see that listing to book this tour in the summer
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.