Rocky Mountain National Park in Summer Tour from Denver

Name: Rocky Mountain National Park in Summer Tour from Denver
Brand: Viator
Rating: 4.9 (710 reviews)

4.9(710)10 HoursEnglishDenver

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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.

Included

Picnic Lunch in the park
Snacks and water bottle refills
Small-group tour 12 guests or less total
National Park fees *Bring your national Park pass and receive a $10 refund on your tour.
Live commentary on board
Local Driver/Guide

Not included

Gratuities (10-20% 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

What you'll do

Fall River Visitor Center
3450 Fall River Rd, , Colorado, United States
Enter into Rocky Mountain National Park for the day of adventure
Alluvial Fan
Old Fall River Rd, About 3 Mi West of the Fall River Entrance Station, Colorado, United States
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
35 minAdmission included
Horseshoe Park
Colorado, United States
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.
40 minAdmission included
Trail Ridge Road
Colorado, United States
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.
2 hoursAdmission included
Look for Pika, Bighorn Sheep, and Marmots at this scenic overlook and highest sp
ot on Trail Ridge Road
15 minAdmission included
Alpine Visitor Center
Trail Ridge Rd., Colorado, United States
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
40 minAdmission included
Milner Pass
US Hwy 34, West of Alpine Vistor Center, Colorado, United States
See Poudre Lake and the Continental Divide for a fun photo stop
10 minAdmission included
Forest Canyon Overlook
Trail Ridge Rd., about 14 mi southeast of Alpine visitor center, Colorado, United States
Enjoy a walk in the alpine for amazing panoramic views and photos
15 minAdmission included
Many Parks Curve Overlook
Us 34, Colorado, United States
See the many sides of the park on this short walk with views of Long's Peak and the mountain valleys
20 minAdmission included
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
1000 US Highway 36, Colorado, United States
Exit the park through Beaver Meadows looking for wildlife along the way.
Downtown Estes Park
Estes Park, United States
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.
35 min
Visit the historic and infamous Stanley Hotel
Built by F.O. Stanley in 1909 and made famous by Steven Kings novel "The Shinning".
20 min

Meeting and pickup

10 locations

Pickup details

Please meet at Union Station in front of the flagpole and the Crawford Hotel at 8:15 am. Our guide will meet you and walk you to the touring van. We will park as close to the flagpole as possible at the passenger pickup and dropoff lane on Wynkoop Street.

Good to know

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