Private Day Tour From Denver to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
This is a private custom tour in a luxury SUV. I am a history buff and have been a private guide for over 12 years. I am certified by the State of Colorado for private driving and guiding for all my tours. I will not only show you the beautiful sites of the Colorado Mountains but I will also give you some of the sordid and salacious details of Estes Park's past. In the Rocky Mountain National Park we can go on small hikes to the Alluvial Fan and other sites such as Spaque Lake or Bear Lake. There are many wild animals to see such as Mule Deer, Elk, Moose and more.
Estes Park is a great place to souvenier shop and stop for a bite to eat from one lof the local establishment that specialize in the local game and food. If the clients would rather go to Grand Lake then I can customize and take that route.
This is a full day where you will see some of the most beautiful majestic sites that exists. We will drive along the longest higest road in America where you will witness these sites.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Larimer Square, 1430 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202-1739
We will drive by Larimer Square and the new artsy area of RiNo where there are many murals of businesses that are painted each September. This is an area full of coffee shops, restaurants and of course micro beer establishments.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Rocky Mountains, CO
We will drive from Denver to Loveland Colorado and then we will enter the Big Thompson Canyon on our way into the Rocky Mountain National Park. Please note in the winter time the Rocky Mountain National Park is closed often above 10,500 feet or so due to snow. However, it is often easier to get to Bear Lake in the park in the winter time due to less crowds.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Bear Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park, CO
Bear Lake is a beautiful mountain lake in Rocky Mountain National Park. It has several areas to go for a hike further up the mountains or it is a great place just to go for a walk around the lake. If we decide to fo to Grand Lake instead we may skip this lake if time is of essence or if it is closed. It often is closed after 8 or 9 am and not possible to enter during the busy summer and fall months.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Alluvial Fan, Old Fall River Rd About 3 Mi West of the Fall River Entrance Station, Rocky Mountain National Park, CO
The Alluvial Fan is a great area to see the water fall and go for a hike.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517-9649
After spending the day in day in Rocky Mountain National Park we will drive into Estes Park for shopping and perhaps a bite to eat.
Then we return to Denver by going through Boulder Colorado which is a beautiful university town with a charming vibe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Boulder Falls, Boulder Canyon 11 Miles West of Boulder, Boulder, CO 80302
On our way back we will drive back through Boulder Colorado and if time we will stop by Pearl Street Mall
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Grand Lake Visitor Center, Corner of West Portal Road and Highway 34, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Grand Lake is the largest natural mountain lake in the Colorado Mountains. It also is a great place for a late lunch. After lunch then the drive back through the mountains to Denver is absolutely beautiful. Please note that Grand Lake is not acessable from the east side of the park due to snow in the winter time.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Winter Park Resort, Winter Park Drive, Winter Park, CO 80482
We will travel through Winter Park and then go over the popular Birtha Pass or we will return through Boulder Colorado.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Duration: 8 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
I pick up from all hotels in downtown Denver as well as other hotels within 5 milesof Denver as well as Airb&b and other homes in the Denver area. If you are further out such as the airport or airport hotel I would suggest that we meet outside Union Station in downtown Denver. I encourage clients take the light rail as it is an enjoyable experience and my charter does not allow me to do airport pick ups. Neither do I normally do airport hotel pick ups as it is outside my charter area but I will for an extra charge.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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