What should I bring with me on the Private Rocky Mountain Escape from Denver?

Bring a reusable water bottle for each person. We have refills in the car. Also bring your required medications, sunscreen/lip balm, your camera, and any additional snacks you may want.

How strenuous is the Private Rocky Mountain Escape from Denver?

We consider this an "active sightseeing tour" with light walking/hiking so that most guests can have a great time. We like to accommodate everyone by giving people the opportunity to walk around or sit down on a bench and enjoy nature.

What is the highest elevation we will hike to on the Private Rocky Mountain Escape from Denver?

We will go up to 13,000 feet for our Rocky Mountain Escape Tour in the summer, weather permitting.

What type of transportation is used for the Private Rocky Mountain Escape from Denver?

All our tours are run in 14 passenger upscale vehicles.

Rocky Mountain Escape - Private Tour

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Denver, USA

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Trade the bustle of Denver for the beautiful Rocky Mountains on this private, half-day tour. With just your guide for company, set off by car and take a scenic drive to the mountains, enjoying panoramic views from the comfort of your vehicle. Visit highlights including Idaho Springs, Echo Lake Park, and more, and benefit from a tour that's designed for visitors who are short on time and seeking a customized experience.

This private Rocky Mountains tour lets you customize your itinerary
Take a scenic drive along Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway
Pause in Idaho Springs for a hot chocolate or beer (own expense)
Round-trip transit from your Denver hotel makes exploring easy

What's Included

Driver/guide
Private tour
Water
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Snacks

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from all hotels in the Denver and Boulder area.

Meeting point

Denver Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Union Station Flagpole at the intersection of 17th St and Wynkoop St

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

The start time for your half-day tour can be arranged to suit your sightseeing schedule, and begins with pickup at your Denver accommodations.

Embark on a scenic drive along the picturesque Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, where you can stop at lookouts to take photos of the panoramic vistas and majestic peaks.

Pause in Idaho Springs for a delightful treat of hot chocolate or beer (own expense) and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this mountain town.

Continue your exploration to Echo Lake Park, nestled at the base of Mt. Blue Sky, where you can leisurely stroll around the tranquil lake or breathe in the crisp mountain air.

With ample time at each stop, your guide tailors the tour to your preferences so you can enjoy a brief yet immersive Rocky Mountain experience.

After half a day out, return to your Denver hotel.

Clear Creek Canyon (Pass By)

Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway (Pass By)

Idaho Springs

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Echo Lake Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
COVID-19 Prepared: reduced group sizes, masks, routine sanitizing, and more
Your guide will reach out to you the day before your scheduled tour via text to check in with you.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Frequently Asked Questions (5)

Q:What should I wear on the Private Rocky Mountain Escape from Denver?

A:Dress in layers, as it gets cold in the mountains, however, after a hike you might want to shed layers. Light hiking shoes or sneakers with good tread, windbreakers, rain jackets, and hats are recommended.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.8

based on 15 reviews

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Awesome tour!

Stanley_P, Jun 2025

This was a great tour! Our guide Steve was awesome! Super knowledgeable of the area and used our time well so that we saw so much in our short amount of time. And after we realized that we’d left something in the van at the end of the tour, Steve drove all the way back to our hotel to return it. We couldn’t have been happier with the whole experience!

Great Tour, Get to know Colorado...

Bruce T, Mar 2018

Great Tour, Get to know Colorado, Alyse a wealth of information, your looking right at it but don't know what you see. Let this tour explain a few things to ya.

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