Explore the best of our national park in a day, taking a beautiful walk around a snow-covered glacial lake, viewing breathtaking mountain and valley scenes, watching wildlife, having lunch and shopping in Estes Park, and visiting the historic Stanley Hotel.
Other Highlights
Herds of elk grazing on rich grasses in Moraine Park, incredible mountain and park views at Many Parks Curve, the nature-made Alluvial Fan in Horseshoe Park, and the mountain village of Estes Park for artwork, shopping and a leisurely stroll
Availability
Daily from mid-October through Memorial Day
Duration
8:15 am to 4:30 pm
Approximately 8 hours – Return in time to enjoy your evening
Departing From
Denver
Union Station at 8:15
Meet at the flagpole out front: 17th and Wynkoop St.
See Location
Boulder
Panera Bread at 9 am
1855 29th St.
Estes Park
Estes Park Town Hall at 10am
170 MacGregor Ave
Wildlife
You’re likely to see wildlife on this tour, but sometimes they’re being wild somewhere else.
Know Before You Go
Hiking
This is not a hiking tour, but it does include multiple stops and short walks. If you are looking for a hiking tour please see our Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking Tour.
Dress in Layers
Weather in the Rockies is much colder than Denver please dress for temperatures in the mountains. We recommend layers, comfortable walking shoes to keep your feet warm and dry, hat and gloves.
What to Bring
Jacket, hat, and gloves
Camera and Binoculars
Refillable Water Bottle
Comfortable walking shoes to keep your feet warm and dry
Gratuity for your Guide
FAQs
What are the walking trails like? Do I have to go on the walks?
All walks are on trail surfaces, relatively level, and less than 1 mile each. Guests are encouraged, but not required to take them. We provide micro-spikes for your shoes to give you traction on snowy surfaces when necessary
Tours are limited to 12 guests.
Pro tip: Book early. Our tours sell out fast!
Our Guests Say it Best
“Great time at the Rocky Mountains. Highly recommended. First time for us at any national park, not big mountain folks or used to hiking or anything, so this was a nice way to see the mountains and all their beauty up close. Great, interesting info, delivered with a nice balance of talking and being quiet to allow folks to enjoy the experience…”
-Gustavo A. (Google Reviews)
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