Breckenridge or Vail–Denver Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

3.9(21)2 hours - 3 hoursEnglishBreckenridge, United States

From

$12

Turn the drive from Vail or Breckenridge to Denver into a Rocky Mountain adventure. Over roughly 80–100 miles and 2–3 hours of driving, hear 25+ GPS-triggered audio stories while following a live route map; this listing highlights 16 attractions. Discover Copper Mountain, Frisco, Dillon Reservoir, Georgetown, Idaho Springs and Golden, with optional detours to Loveland Pass and mountain villages. Download the smartphone tour before departure for offline use, then pause whenever a viewpoint or town catches your eye. Travel in your own vehicle at your own pace, with no in-person guide. Attraction admission and interior visits are separate, and mountain roads or facilities may be affected by weather or seasonal access.

Included

Live GPS route map for the drive
Offline audio and map use after downloading on Wi-Fi
Flexible access: start, pause and revisit at your own pace
GPS-triggered audio tour in the Tripvia Tours smartphone app

Not included

Attraction admission and interior access unless specifically stated
Own smartphone or tablet; headphones optional (audio plays through device or car speakers)
Own vehicle, fuel and transportation
Optional parking charges
An in-person guide

What you'll do

Arapaho National Forest
2150 Centre AVenue, Building E, Colorado, United States
Enjoy sweeping Rocky Mountain forest scenery as the drive skirts Arapaho National Forest.
ResortQuest Ski and Sport Keystone
22869 Hwy 9, Keystone, United States
See Keystone’s mountain village and ski slopes on an optional detour from the I-70 drive.
Golden
Golden, United States
Pass Golden’s historic downtown and foothill setting at the eastern edge of the Rockies.
Mines Museum of Earth Science
1310 Maple St, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, United States
Explore the Colorado School of Mines campus in Golden; the Mines Museum is an optional visit.
Genesee Park
Exit 254 off Interstate 70, Denver, United States
Look for foothill scenery and wildlife near Genesee Park, with trails available on an optional stop.
Phoenix Gold Mine
800 Trail Creek Road, Idaho Springs, United States
Take an optional detour near Idaho Springs to visit this working gold mine and its guided tours; admission is separate.
Idaho Springs
Idaho Springs, United States
Discover Idaho Springs’ mining heritage and lively mountain-town streets on an optional stop.
Georgetown
Georgetown, United States
Admire Georgetown’s Victorian buildings and mountain backdrop from the route or on an optional stroll.
Dillon Reservoir
Dilton Dam Rd, Dillon, United States
Enjoy views of Dillon Reservoir beneath the Summit County peaks.
Loveland Pass
Route 6, Keystone, United States
Climb toward the Continental Divide on an optional drive over scenic Loveland Pass when conditions allow.
White River National Forest
Colorado, United States
Take in the alpine scenery of White River National Forest as you travel through the high country.
Frisco
Frisco, United States
Pause in Frisco for its historic Main Street and views of the Tenmile Range.
Breckenridge
Breckenridge, United States
Explore Breckenridge’s historic mining-town center and surrounding peaks at your own pace.
Walking Mountains
318 Walking Mountains Lane, Avon, United States
Make an optional stop at Walking Mountains Science Center’s Avon campus for nature trails and exhibits; check opening hours.
Vail Pass Path
435 North Park Ave, Breckenridge, United States
See Vail Pass and its mountain recreation path from the road, with a separate stop possible when conditions allow.
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain, United States
Enjoy Copper Mountain’s alpine village and ski slopes as you pass or make an optional stop.

Meeting and pickup

16 locations

Pickup details

The tour starts (or stops) at Vail, but you can start or stop anywhere along the route. Tour experience is the same in either direction.

The tour starts (or stops) at Breckenridge, but you can start or stop anywhere along the route. Tour experience is the same in either direction.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a self-guided drive in your own vehicle. Most sights are exterior or pass-by; optional stops may have uneven surfaces, limited hours or separate fees. Check weather and I-70 road conditions before travel. The audio tour can still be completed when nearby buildings are closed.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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