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Denver Rocky Mountain Tours

Explore majestic Rockies peaks, alpine lakes, and mountain towns from the Mile High City!

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From $95
6-12 hours
Denver Rocky Mountain Tours

Experience the spectacular Rocky Mountains just 30 minutes from Denver! Mountain tours explore Rocky Mountain National Park (415 square miles of alpine wilderness), historic mountain towns like Georgetown and Idaho Springs, scenic drives along Trail Ridge Road (highest continuous paved road in US at 12,183 feet), alpine lakes, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing. Adventures include visiting Estes Park gateway town, seeing massive elk herds, exploring old mining towns, riding historic Georgetown Loop Railroad, relaxing in hot springs, and photographing iconic peaks like Longs Peak (14,259 feet). Winter brings skiing/snowboarding at world-class resorts. Learn about gold rush history, mountain ecology, Continental Divide, and why Denver earned its "Mile High" nickname. It's Colorado mountain magic!

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Rocky Mountain Escape
From $104
Free Cancellation

Aspire Tours specializes in dynamic and hand-crafted sightseeing adventures for small groups in the Colorado Rockies. Our local five-star guides design immersive experiences to help you create meaningful moments with people and places. Disconnect for a few hours in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Breathe in fresh mountain air and explore low trafficked areas with stunning views. Enjoy driving along scenic mountain roads in a comfortable vehicle with great views to soak up your surroundings. Guests get time at each sight to take some short walks. Highlights - Scenic views - Passionate guides - Small group guarantees intimate experience - Comfortable passenger vans

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Discover Rocky Mountain National Park
💸Special Offer
$189From $169.15
Free Cancellation

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains. Weave through small, historic towns and drive over alpine passes, as you scan the horizon for mountain wildlife like elk, black bears, or moose. Chance to spot local wildlife such as moose, elk, deer & eagles We take care of the day for you, so you can relax and enjoy the views Ample time at each stop to explore Comfortable upscale transportation

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Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park Tour from Denver Winter and Spring
From $149
Free Cancellation

Enjoy a beautiful day in one of America's most treasured National Parks! Allow our local guide to safely drive while you enjoy the views. Get out to See, Learn and Explore all the beauty the park has to offer, don't just drive past. Travel through the city of Boulder and the small town of Lyons on your way up to the park. Once inside the National Park enjoy a walk around a snow covered Glacial Lake, carved out and damned by glaciers long ago. Observe herds of elk grazing on rich grasses in Moraine Park. See incredible mountain and park views at Many Parks Curve. Witness the destructive force of Mother Nature while walking around an alluvial fan in Horseshoe Park. Visit the mountain village of Estes Park and have lunch on your own in one of the many restaurants or cafes, stroll the river walk and enjoy souvenir and boutique shopping and visit the Historic Stanley Hotel. Special Note: Wildlife viewing likely but not guaranteed.

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Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky
From $85
Free Cancellation

Explore the Rocky Mountains of Colorado with The Top Guided Hiking Company in Denver! We provide guided hiking tours with local guides to breathtaking destinations suitable for hikers of all ages and abilities. You will enjoy a full sensory experience of the forest as we connect with nature. Let’s escape the city and see the one of a kind beauty Colorado has to offer. We cannot wait to hike with you! *Family Friendly *Incredible views *Great for solo travelers *Great for conference attendees >>>please note that if you have a party of 5 or more and sign up within 24 hours of your scheduled hike we cannot guarantee transportation availability. Please contact Colorado Hiking Company LTD for more information<<<

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Rocky Mountain 6-Zipline Adventure on CO Longest and Fastest!
From $151.19
Free Cancellation

Enjoy the fresh Colorado air and admire the views of the Rocky Mountains as you fly through trees and over meadows on a zipline! Ride on some of Colorado’s longest zipline tracks on a course that spans more than 6,000 feet (1,828 m). Enjoy scenic hikes between the ziplines. This Rocky Mountain zipline adventure is perfect for those seeking an adrenaline-filled outdoor experience!

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Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking
From $169.15
Free Cancellation🔥Likely to Sell Out

We've got the vans and the gear you need to get out and explore Rocky Mountain National Park this winter. Join us on a moderate 4-5 mile hike, where you'll have ample time to take in the stunning mountain views. Immerse yourself in nature's solitude, and scan the scenery for elk, raptors, and bighorn sheep. Enjoy your day in the park and we'll have you back downtown in time for happy hour. Book your Rocky Mountain National Park adventure today! Our guides are extremely experienced in the mountain environment and know the best routes to take based on the conditions and snow pack. Safety is our number one priority, and last-minute changes in itinerary may be necessary. But we guarantee any tour you take with us will be an unforgettable experience!

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Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountains
From $130
Free Cancellation🔥Likely to Sell Out

Snow shoeing is fun and we know some of the best areas to go. Since the trail is covered in snow and there aren't any markings, its good to have a guide who knows where to go and how not to get lost.

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Rocky Mountain Zephyr Puzzle Room Experience
From $33
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

You are the last passengers aboard the Rocky Mountain Zephyr. There is no crew and the train is hurtling down the tracks at an alarming speed. Can you stop the train before certain disaster?

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Rocky Mountain National Park Tour from Denver
From $179
Free Cancellation

Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the country's most visited parks. The region features breathtaking peaks in virtually every direction and an unspoiled, panoramic view of nature at its finest. Inside the Park, 110 peaks reach as high as 11,000 feet in altitude, including the celebrated Longs Peak, which boasts a height of 14,260 feet. The beautiful scenery in this area can be viewed by car or on foot. Trail Ridge Road is the most popular route among tourists and interestingly, it is North America's highest continuous paved roadway. If you are a wildlife enthusiast, you can also anticipate seeing a broad range of birds and animals in their natural habitat, as well as other unforgettable sites. On the way back we will stop by Stanley Hotel, famous for its inspiration of the book and movie “The Shining.

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Snowshoeing Adventure in the Rocky Mountains Close to Denver
From $107.99
Free Cancellation🔥Likely to Sell Out

Explore the Denver area’s winter wonderland – the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains – on a snowshoeing tour! Just 30 minutes outside Denver, Colorado’s Front Range has hundreds of trails that allow you to enjoy the wintertime wilderness (Nov to March).

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Rocky Mountain National Park in Summer Tour from Denver
From $169
Free Cancellation🔥Likely to Sell Out

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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Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains
From $65
Free Cancellation

Join us for an unforgettable half day hiking adventure! We will meet at a beautiful cafe located less than a mile from downtown Denver and after short introductions we will drive to the trailhead in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Once we arrive at the trail we will hike approximately 5k round trip. During the hike you will learn about nature, hiking, and take so many amazing photos you won’t know which one to post first. After the hike we will return to the cafe in Denver. I can provide transportation from the cafe to the hiking trail and back to the cafe upon request. Please let me know if you need transportation or if you have your own. If you do not let us know we will assume you have your own transportation to the trail.

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Rocky Mountain 4-Zipline Adventure on CO Longest and Fastest!
From $129.59
Free Cancellation

Enjoy the fresh Colorado air and admire the views of the Rocky Mountains as you fly through trees and over meadows on a zipline! Ride on some of Colorado’s longest zipline tracks on a course that spans more than 4,000 feet (1219m). Enjoy scenic hikes between the ziplines. This Rocky Mountain zipline adventure is perfect for those seeking an adrenaline-filled outdoor experience!

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Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver
From $69
Free Cancellation

Do you want to go for a hike but don't know which trail to pick, and don't want to get lost in the forest? We make things easy for you by taking you to a beautiful trail that wouldn't be easy to find on your own, and we'll make sure you have a stress-free time, enjoying the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains. We'll hike for 1.5-2 hours in the Rocky Mountains while the sun sets. We'll see pretty views, probably see some wildlife, take a few snack and water breaks, learn about the wildflowers and trees, make new friends, get some exercise and breathe in the fresh mountain air! In the winter months, we'll provide "Yak Traks" that you put on your shoes to improve the traction on ice and snow. The hike will be easy to easy for people in good physical shape, but it can be very challenging for people who do not exercise regularly and are not used to altitude. The elevation will be somewhere between 6,000 and 8,000 ft. Min group size is 2 hikers.

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Rocky Mountain National Park - Private Sightseeing Tour
💸Special Offer
$1,475From $1,032.5
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour🔥Likely to Sell Out

Make the most of your time in Colorado and treat yourself to a fully customized private tour in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This is the perfect tour for someone who simply wants ample time at each sight and a guide who treats them like family showing them all their favorite spots. Disconnect for a day and immerse yourself in the beauty and solitude of these majestic mountains in an upscale vehicle that offers extensive views of your surroundings. Feel small against the vast, all-encompassing, mountains surrounding you as you take in Colorado’s 300 days of sunshine. From Denver, drive along through Boulder with its famous Flatirons Rock Formations. Continue through canyons alive with wildlife up to Estes Park, the charming town at the entrance of the Rocky Mountain National Park.

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Why Choose Rocky Mountain Tours in Denver?

Rocky Mountain National Park

Explore one of America's most spectacular national parks!

Close to Denver

Mountains just 30-90 minutes away - easy day trips!

14,000-Foot Peaks

See towering summits, alpine tundra, and glacier-carved valleys.

Historic Mining Towns

Visit Georgetown, Idaho Springs, and Gold Rush history.

Types of Rocky Mountain Tours in Denver

Rocky Mountain National Park

Full-day tour to RMNP with wildlife, lakes, and Trail Ridge Road.

10-12 hoursNational ParkTrail Ridge RoadWildlife viewingMost popular

Mountain Towns Tour

Visit Georgetown, Idaho Springs, and explore mining history.

6-8 hoursHistoric townsHot springsMining sitesCharming

Pikes Peak Day Trip

Drive or cog railway to 14,115-foot summit - "America's Mountain".

8-10 hours14,115 feetSummit viewsCog railwaySpectacular

Scenic Mountain Drive

Drive Mount Evans or Guanella Pass seeing alpine scenery.

6-8 hoursScenic bywaysPhoto stopsAlpine lakesBeautiful

What to Expect on Your Denver Rocky Mountain Tours

Duration

Full-day tours: 10-12 hours. Half-day: 6-8 hours. Early starts common.

Trail Ridge Road

Drive highest continuous paved road in US crossing Continental Divide.

Alpine Tundra

Experience arctic-like ecosystem above treeline with wildflowers (July).

Elk Herds

See massive elk populations especially during fall rutting season.

Alpine Lakes

Visit pristine mountain lakes like Dream Lake, Bear Lake, Emerald Lake.

Mountain Education

Learn about geology, altitude effects, and Rocky Mountain ecosystems.

Expert Tips for the Best Experience

1

RMNP requires timed entry permits May-October - book weeks ahead!

2

Start early (7 AM) to beat crowds and afternoon thunderstorms.

3

Bring layers - temperature drops significantly with altitude (can be 30°F difference!).

4

Trail Ridge Road closes mid-October to Memorial Day due to snow.

5

Altitude sickness possible above 8,000 feet - hydrate well, ascend slowly.

6

RMNP entry: $30/vehicle (7 days) or $80 annual pass.

7

Wildlife viewing best dawn/dusk - elk especially active mornings.

8

Idaho Springs has hot springs ($28) perfect after mountain day!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:How far is Rocky Mountain National Park from Denver?

A: 65-90 minutes drive (75 miles). Tours handle transport. Estes Park is gateway town. Full-day tours (10-12 hours) needed to see highlights. Trail Ridge Road alone is 48 miles. Early departure essential. Worth the drive - spectacular!

Q:Do I need tickets for Rocky Mountain National Park?

A: Yes! May-October requires timed entry reservation ($2) PLUS park entry ($30/vehicle). Book both at recreation.gov weeks ahead - they sell out! Tours include permits. Without reservation, you can't enter peak season. Plan ahead!

Q:What is Trail Ridge Road?

A: Trail Ridge Road is highest continuous paved road in US reaching 12,183 feet! It crosses Rocky Mountain National Park for 48 miles with 11 miles above treeline. Spectacular views, alpine tundra, wildlife. Open late May-mid October. Must-do Colorado drive!

Q:Will I get altitude sickness?

A: Possible but usually mild. Denver is 5,280 feet (already altitude!). RMNP reaches 12,000+ feet. Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, shortness of breath. Hydrate heavily, avoid alcohol night before, ascend gradually. Most people fine but take it seriously. Descend if worsening.

Q:When is the best time to visit?

A: Summer (June-September): All roads open, warmest, wildflowers peak July. Fall (September-October): Aspen gold, elk rutting, fewer crowds. Winter: Snow beauty but limited access. Spring: Unpredictable. July-September best for mountain tours.

Q:Can you see elk in Rocky Mountain National Park?

A: Yes! RMNP has huge elk population. Fall (September-October) is rutting season with bugling bulls - amazing! Elk frequent valleys and meadows. Morning/evening best viewing. They're habituated but wild - keep 75 feet distance. Nearly guaranteed sightings!

Q:What should I bring?

A: Layers (jacket, fleece, hat, gloves even summer!), water (altitude dehydrates), snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, comfortable shoes. Weather changes fast in mountains. Afternoon thunderstorms common summer. Prepare for 30°F temperature differences!

Q:Are mountain tours worth it from Denver?

A: Absolutely! Rockies are why people visit Denver. Tours handle logistics (permits, driving, timing) letting you enjoy scenery. Rocky Mountain National Park is bucket-list site. If visiting Denver, mountains are essential! Day trips totally doable and spectacular.

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Why Visit Denver?

Proximity to Rocky Mountains and outdoor adventures

World-class craft breweries and beer culture

Excellent museums and cultural institutions

Beautiful mountain scenery and hiking

Vibrant downtown and friendly culture

Perfect blend of urban and outdoor life

Best Time to Visit

Weather

Denver enjoys a semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm (70-85°F/21-29°C), winters are cold (20-40°F/-6-4°C), and spring/fall offer pleasant temperatures.

Best Months

May to June and September to October offer the best weather with mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Peak Season

June to August brings peak tourist season with warm weather, larger crowds, and higher prices.

Off Season

November to April offers lower prices and fewer crowds, though with cold weather and occasional snow.

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Transportation Tips

Public transportation includes light rail and buses. Renting a car provides flexibility for mountain excursions, and ride-sharing services are widely available.

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