Discover some of Colorado’s wildest Rocky Mountain Scenery on this full-day, small-group tour from Denver. In the morning, meet near Union Station, hop aboard your vehicle, and head first to the Garden of the Gods—a nature park known for its staggering sandstone rock formations. Next, drive all the way to the summit of Pikes Peak for extraordinary views over the landscape. Finally, pass through Manitou Springs en route back to Denver.
- This tour makes exploring beyond Denver city limits simple
- Immerse yourself in Rocky Mountain scenery at the Pikes Peak summit
- A small-group tour offers a more personal way to explore
- Round-trip transit, entry fees, and a sandwich lunch are included
What To Expect
Garden of the Gods
The beauty of these ancient geological formations has amazed people for centuries. On your tour, there will be ample time for you to explore and many photo opportunities as you examine formations with names like Balanced Rock, Cathedral Spires and Steamboat Rock.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Pikes Peak Center
The next stop on the itinerary is the majestic view from the top of Pikes Peak. This peak was also known as Sun Mountain by the Ute people and El Capitan by Spanish explorers, but it was later named after the explorer Zebulon Pike. It is also known as America’s Mountain because the magnificent vista at the top inspired the lyrics of “America, the Beautiful.” The mountain stands at 14,115 feet and is the tallest mountain in the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. As you stand at the summit, you will have a beautiful view of Colorado Springs and the rest of the Rocky Mountain range. With the right conditions, you will see for miles, enjoying all the natural beauty.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Manitou Springs
After descending from the mountain, our tour continues in Manitou Springs, a small resort town to the west of Colorado Springs. The town was founded in the late 1800s to be a health spa centered on the eight natural mineral springs in the area.
Once you have enjoyed the sights of Manitou Springs, it will be time to head back to Denver. As the sun sets over the western Rockies, your tour of the natural wonders of Colorado will come to a close. When you travel with us, you can trust that it will be a day to remember.
• Admission Ticket Included
Colorado Springs
In 2020, Colorado Springs ranked #13 on the New York Times 52 Places to Go list and #10 in TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Trending Destinations.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
**LUNCH INCLUDED** – This tour comes with a choice of a turkey sandwich, vegetarian sandwich, or gluten-free salad. Please send us a message via Viator/Tripadvisor with your lunch preference for all travelers in your group otherwise if we don’t hear from you, a turkey sandwich will be provided.
**MEETING LOCATION** – is at the flagpole outside of Union Station at 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Guests Ages 8 No children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
Pikes Peak Highway is open year round. In case the summit is not accessible due to weather conditions, constrictions, and other road closures we will drive to the highest point possible.
A water refill will be available in the van, bring a reusable bottle
Small Group Tour
Not recommended for travelers with heart or lungs problems
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Include
Small Group Tour
Park Entry Fees
Professional Driver/Guide
Transportation
Lunch
Water refill – bring reusable bottle please
Exclude
Gratuities (10-20% recommended)
Max group – 14
