Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park Tour from Denver Winter and Spring

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Denver, USA

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Overview

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 or choose to visit the Historic Stanley Hotel.
Special Note: Wildlife viewing likely but not guaranteed.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA

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Your Driver/Guide will greet you at the flag pole in front of Union Station and the Crawford Hotel (1701 Wynkoop St). Meeting time: 8:15 am. Our touring vans have our round Colorado Sightseer logo on the rear side panels.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Description

Stop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, Colorado 80202

Begin your tour at Historic Union Station where your local driver guide for the day will pick you up.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, Colorado 80309

Drive through downtown Boulder on your way up to the National Park. See the University of Colorado Boulder Campus and Pearl Street.

Stop At: Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, 1000 US Highway 36, Colorado 80517

Enter into Rocky Mountain National Park. Travel through the park making stops to view wildlife, beautiful Mountain peaks and walk down trails. Stop in Moraine Park to look for herds of grazing elk, coyote, and deer.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Sprague Lake, Near Estes Park, Colorado

Enjoy a stroll around either Bear or Sprague Lake, determined by you, your guide and driving conditions. At either lake you will enjoy views of inspiring mountain peaks all around you and breath in the fresh mountain air. In the winter our guide will provide snow treads for you shoes so you may enjoy the beauty safely.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Many Parks Curve Overlook, Us 34, Colorado

Travel up to this beautiful overlook and enjoy views of the many sides of the park. Enjoy a short walk for photos and views of the numerous mountain peaks and valleys in the park.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Alluvial Fan, Old Fall River Rd, About 3 Mi West of the Fall River Entrance Station, Colorado

Hear the story of destruction and see the power of mother nature at this beautiful alluvial fan waterfall. Have fun walking the trail next to the massive boulders that were deposited on the valley floor, hear see and feel the rocky mountain water as it comes down to the valley.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Horseshoe Park, Colorado

Follow the river through Horseshoe park and past Sheep Lakes all the while looking for wildlife along the way. Elk, Bighorn Sheep and Moose have been seen here also a favorite spot for birds and deer.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Downtown Estes Park, Estes Park, Colorado

Spend time on your own in downtown Estes Park located at the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Stroll down Elkhorn Avenue and see the many local artisan stores and choose to eat lunch in any of the wonderful restaurants. If interested your guide will take you to see if the beautiful historic Stanley Hotel where Stephen King was inspired to write The Shinning.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 8 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 08:15 AM
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • National Park fees
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A small amount of walking is involved down trails and overlooks
  • Operates in all weather conditions unless unsafe driving conditions exist, so please dress appropriately
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a 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
  • Not available after Memorial Day then we operate our Rocky Mountain National Park Summer Tour due to Trail Ridge Road being opened for the season please see that listing to book this tour in the summer

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-59646P1

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