Top Colorado Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Combine a visit to the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak with a trip on the Cog Railway with this tour from Denver. Your driver will pick you up at Union Station and take you to the Garden of the Gods, where you'll explore for a bit before taking the railway up to Pikes Peak. You'll then have time to visit Manitou Springs before returning to Denver.

When visiting Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods is a gorgeous spot to visit. However, it can also be a parking nightmare. This handy, small-group Jeep tour takes the hassle out of your trip, as your driver-guide whisks you straight to incredible rock formations and epic views. Catch sight of Rainbow Falls, explore Manitou Springs, and even spot a castle—all in the Colorado sunshine.

Explore Denver from the comfort of a private bus and cover far more ground than on foot on this tour of landmarks including Larimer Square, the Molly Brown House Museum, and the United States Mint. Take in views at City Park, stop for photos at the Mile High Steps, and learn about history, culture, and architecture from your guide. Ideal for first-time visitors and a great first day activity.

Visit one of the most beautiful parks in the American West on a full-day tour from Denver to Rocky Mountain National Park. Picnic among a summer landscape of thick green trees and wildflower meadows, and drive above timberline on an alpine road with stunning mountain views. Stroll around and look for Colorado wildlife inside the park, with time for a dose of mountain culture in the charming resort town of Estes Park.

Explore the landscape of Colorado, and take the guesswork out of navigating its terrain, on this small-group tour of Rocky Mountain National Park in a safari-style off-road vehicle. Depending on weather conditions and time of year, journey along the scenic Old Fall River Road and Trail Ridge Road to reach the Alpine Visitor Center. Along the way up and down, take in panoramic views and make stops at photogenic spots.

See for yourself why Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular parks in the United States on this small-group day trip from Denver. Let a guide handle the winding mountain roads while you soak up views of dozens of peaks surrounded by alpine forests, lakes, and meadows. Cross the Great Divide on soaring Trail Ridge Road, look for abundant Colorado wildlife, and get a glimpse of the legendary Stanley Hotel: the inspiration for Stephen King’s "The Shining."

Explore the islands and shoreline of Colorado’s beautiful Dillon Reservoir on this best-selling kayak tour. Skip the hassle of arranging a kayak rental or figuring out where to go, and let an eco guide lead you to the most scenic locations around the lake, pointing out wildlife and interesting features of the surrounding peaks along the way. No two voyages are exactly the same, and the route can be customized based on the group’s abilities.

Make the most of your visit to the Rocky Mountains with a photo-focussed 4x4 tour of Estes Park. In addition to capturing incredible views en route, you will learn about the history of the park, starting with the iconic 1909 Stanley Hotel. Watch the surroundings change as you ascend by 12,0000 feet (3,658 metres), crossing three ecosystems, and look out for wildlife such as Moose, Elk and Deer.

Immerse yourself in Rocky Mountain National Park’s spectacular landscape with miles of rugged mountains, sparkling lakes, and abundant wildlife. On this private tour, take a scenic drive and cover more ground in less time with a step-on guide. A fully customized itinerary allows you to make stops for photo opportunities and hiking.

Beat the crowds and discover Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, and Old Stage Road with ease on this Jeep tour with just a handful of fellow travelers. Make the most of scheduled stops at favorite viewpoints for photos and learn about the geology and history of what you’re seeing with live commentary from your guide.

Riding an Ebike around Lake Estes is one of the most popular things to do in Estes Park. You're almost guaranteed to encounter elk along the way and the beautiful views are around every corner. The bike path starts at Backbone Adventures and loops right back to us. Bring the whole family, we have kids bikes, tag alongs, and toddler carts. Don't forget your phone. You're going to find all kinds of picture points.

Explore a rugged mountain landscape on a half-day Jeep tour to La Plata Canyon, and discover high-alpine meadows, avalanche gullies, and Colorado wildflowers with an experienced guide at the wheel. Both morning and afternoon departures are available for this La Plata Canyon tour, which departs from an office in Durango.

Discover the fascinating history and geology of Manitou Springs on a relaxing e-bike tour around many of its key landmarks, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.Get a real feel for the area with stops at a mixture of natural attractions, museums, and epic viewpoints where you can take panoramic photos of the scenery.

Take the guesswork out of your sightseeing itinerary—and cover far more ground than you would on foot—on this small-group bus tour of Denver. Discover important landmarks, including the Colorado State Capitol, Molly Brown House, and Larimer Square, as well as hidden gems many visitors overlook. Hear local legends involving intrigue, haunting, and scandal, plus insider tips and restaurant recommendations for your time in the city.

Enjoy an introductory visit to the Rocky Mountains—and still leave enough time to continue your Denver sightseeing—on this half-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning, and head out to the foothills to enjoy views of the Great Plains and Lookout Mountain. Drive historic Lariat Loop, and get a glimpse of historic Golden, home to Coors Brewery. In just half a day, you'll see some of the best of the region's scenery.

Sit back and relax while your guide drives you around a specially curated route to show you Denver’s best streets, neighborhoods, and parks. Your local tour leader will talk you through the history of the city as you soak up the sights. They can also recommend their favorite restaurants, breweries, shops, and other fun things for you to try when the 2-hour tour is done.

The Denver foothills are packed with some of Colorado's best sights, from Red Rocks Amphitheater to Lookout Mountain and scenic Lariat Loop. Throughout this half-day tour from Denver explore the scenic foothills, get panoramic views of the mountain surroundings, and stroll through small, historic towns before stopping in Golden for a coffee or craft beer. It's a quick escape from the big city buzz and a taste of life in the mountains just outside of "Mile High" City.

Explore Colorado’s famous protected playground on a small-group tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. Drive through the foothills into the unspoiled western wilderness, stopping in the resort town of Estes Park and the historic—and allegedly haunted—Stanley Hotel. Wintertime means stops at snow-ringed lakes, cozy mountain hideouts, and visitors’ centers, while summer allows access over the soaring Trail Ridge Road and other alpine vistas.

Get chills down your spine on an evening walk through Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Learn about some of the most haunted dwellings in the city. Let your guide take you through the dark streets, pointing out the haunted mansions, telling tales of historic scandals, and discovering paranormal activity.

Enjoy a delectable introduction to Denver's hip RiNo Arts District—and follow your guide straight to its culinary highlights—on this small-group walking tour. You’ll visit five award-winning local restaurants to taste dishes ranging from fried chicken and sourdough pizza to mochi donuts and beyond. In between tour stops, your foodie guide will share stories about Denver’s growing culinary scene.

Take a spooky tour of Fort Collins on a guided ghost tour. You’ll visit Old Town’s famous haunted spots both in and below the city on this tour. Your guide will show you the way, so the hassle is taken out, and you just need to concentrate on spotting ghosts. You’ll get a history lesson on Old Town’s century-old buildings and all of their legends.

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.

Enjoy Boulder's natural beauty, iconic landmarks and major attractions all from a pedal-assist electric bike. After a short tutorial, we'll head out on the trails to cover the historic Pearl Street pedestrian mall, the CU Boulder campus, Wonderland Lake, Boulder Creek and more! This is a great activity for solo travelers, groups and families to see town in an active, fun and memorable way.