Denver and Foothills Mountain Small-Group Tour
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Denver, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the grand scenery of the Rocky Mountains and Colorado’s Wild West history on a small-group bus tour from Denver. Visit the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and encounter descendants of America’s last wild buffalo herd grazing in the foothills. Get panoramic views of Denver and the Front Range from atop Lookout Mountain, drive the Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway, visit the town of Golden, and more.
- Pack lots of sightseeing into one tour
- This tour makes exploring beyond city limits simple
- See the best of the region, all in just half a day
- An intimate small-group tour limited to 14 people
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Gratuities are not included.
- Buffalo Bills Museum
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1747 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
10 AM pick-up from Union Station. We pick up outside Hopdoddy Burger Bar, located outside Union Station's Main Entrance between 17th and 18th on Wynkoop St.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.10:00 am
Itinerary
Larimer Square (Pass By)
1
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Buffalo Overlook
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Lookout Mountain
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway (Pass By)
4
Golden
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Group size is 4-14 passengers
- Tour may be rescheduled or cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not reached.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- No children under the age of 7. Private tours are recommended for families with children.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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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
4.9
based on 557 reviews
Barbara_C, Apr 2026
Red Rock amphitheater was amazing to see. Enjoyed the views from lookout Mountain and Golden is a wonderful stop
Yolanda_S, Mar 2026
It was good, just didn't see the buffalo that I thought was apart of the trip. But, overall it was a great experience.
Eli_B, Mar 2026
It's a great experience i love history the rocks r amazing it's nice to get away and see how big the world is god is amazing
wenge_y, Mar 2026
It was a wonderful short tour. We had good time to view the red mountain and a lunch break at Golden. Next time, I would take a whole day explore if time permits.
Jennifer_R, Feb 2026
Monica was the perfect guide and driver. We enjoyed every minute!! Red rocks is a must see location.
Matt_K, Dec 2025
This was an awesome tour. Monica was an excellent tour guide. My initial reservations were canceled due to lack of participants. This company worked out a day that worked best for me. I also got a complimentary upgrade to Red Rocks Park, Continental Divide & Breckenridge. Amazing!
Patrick_S, Oct 2025
I am 75 and have been on a lot of tours and our tour guide Harvey was the best I’ve ever had and I have had some good ones! The tour length and comfortable bus were great and the sites—especially at Red Rock—wow!
Joseph_M, Oct 2025
Not great Red Rock is pretty Buffalo Bill stop waste of time Golden Colorado ok but like any other tourist trsp
Ellen_C, Oct 2025
My adult daughter and I travelled on this half day tour up to the mountains. We had a great time and got to spend 45 minutes at the Red Rock Amphitheater. It was amazing. We had time to go through the visitors center and learn about when dinosaurs trampled the ground that become the future grounds of the Red Rocks Amphitheater, as well as see a winding wall with names of every performer that was there! We then went to Lookout Mountain and Golden. We even had an up close view of a buffalo herd. I chose this tour over other short tours because of the time spent in the Amphitheater and Golden. We had lunch in Golden at an amazing restaurant called Buffalo Rose for buffalo burgers. Our guide Monica pointed out things to see and answered my questions. Highly recommend!
Amy_C, Sep 2025
Wonderful tour! If staying in Denver great to explore beyond the city and see the sights. Beautiful views. Tour guide was very knowledgeable, shared so much interesting info and a safe driver too! Only suggestion is to make the 1 hour stop at Golden longer. It felt rushed.
AnthonyG_S, Sep 2025
Our guide was Monica. She was very friendly and informative. We had a wonderful tour starting with the Red Rock Amphitheater, Look Out Point (both with beautiful views) and the city of Golden. The tour was interesting and enjoyable and it was great to view some of the beautiful state of Colorado without driving. We would recommend this tour to others.
Katherine_C, Sep 2025
This experience was great! It was the perfect amount of time to see the sites but not have it take all day. Our guide, Harley, was the best! Great personality, knew so much information and made it a great experience for all on the tour! Highly recommend!
Susan_S, Aug 2025
Our tour guide, Timbo, was very good and extremely knowledgeable about the stops on the tour. He was well-versed in the history of Denver, Golden, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and so many other things. He made the tour fun and I highly recommend taking the tour with him.
Margret_R, Aug 2025
We had a great day with our enthusiastic guide Monica. The views were spectacular at Red Rocks. Enjoyed checking out Buffalo Bills grave and museum. Stunning views from Lookout Mountain. Was disappointed not to see any bisons. Golden was a cute town where we enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Buffalo Rose. All in all a 5 out of 5!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the 5-star rating. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the beautiful views, historic sites, and your time in Golden. While the bison can sometimes be elusive, we are glad the rest of the day provided such memorable moments.
Alastair_S, Jul 2025
We had an excellent time on this tour. Monica was very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed all of the stops and felt that the time allowed at each one was perfect. We would recommend the Buffalo Bill Museum- the admission was inexpensive and it was full of interesting information. It was amazing to see the bison- especially the young ones. Our favourite bit was Golden. There were lots of places for lunch but we chose to look around the shops. Then we bought a smoothies and took them to a nearby park where we could watch people tubing down the river.
Victoria_D, Jul 2025
Our tour guide, Zack, was super nice and knowledgeable about all of the areas he drove us to/by in CO! He made sure to keep the van air conditioned and had cold water bottles available to keep everyone hydrated. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes for walking around the Red Rocks! The tour was overall very relaxing and the perfect amount of time spent in each location. :)
Kristian_D, Jun 2025
Monica was great. Worth the four hour trip. Took our kids, youngest is 7, and they all enjoyed the tour.
Christine_O, Jun 2025
Excellent tour to the Red Rocks, lookout Mountain and Golden!! Harley was an awesome guide! Very knowledgable and fun!!! Highly recommend this tour if you are visiting the Denver area!!
Tammy_P, Jun 2025
We really enjoyed our day exploring Denver. Harley was a great guide for sure. He was knowledgable and fun!
Jack_S, Jun 2025
A very efficient tour of Denver highlights and of the surrounding area. Mini bus was very cool and comfortable. Excellent driving.
Colin_M, May 2025
Had a great half day out. Monica our guide was very knowledgeable and bubbly in nature. Told us lots about the history of the area.
Efigenia_D, May 2025
It was a great experience, Monica was an awesome tour guide, very friendly and helpful. I recommend to others 100%
gserothaolcom, May 2025
Our tour to the RedRocks, overlooks and Golden was spectacular! Monica our driver was so personable and accommodating. When we didn’t see bison right away, she spotted some across the highway and we drove to another park to see them up close! She communicated well and the tour definitely gave us enough time at each spot to enjoy the sights! I would highly recommend this tour if you have a desire for a 4 hour tour to see some of the outskirts of Denver! Monica was awesome!
Response from Host, May 2025
It’s wonderful to hear you had such a memorable experience exploring the foothills of the Rockies. Monica’s attention to detail and commitment to making each stop count clearly made the day even more special. We’re glad you enjoyed the balance of sightseeing and wildlife spotting. Thank you for sharing and recommending us!
Tony_D, Apr 2025
A smartly put tour to some must-see places: the famous (and truly breathtaking) Red Rock Amphitheater, the small but fascinating Buffalo Bill's grave and museum (coupled with gorgeous views), and the quaint town of Golden, which feels devoid of tourists yet looks like a great place to do touristy things. And the guide from Ilimo, Harley, was fantastic.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for such a thoughtful reflection. Exploring Red Rocks, Buffalo Bill’s resting place, and the charm of Golden offers a perfect blend of history, scenery, and small-town character. It is always rewarding when a tour feels both well-curated and off the beaten path.
We’re glad the experience stood out and that Harley helped bring it all to life!
Kristen_F, Apr 2025
Was a fun tour with a guide that was fun and interactive. The stops were a bit longer than probably needed except the Golden Denver stop. Would recommend to others.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the engaging and interactive guiding style. Your comments about timing are helpful as we continually look for ways to fine-tune the experience.
We appreciate the recommendation and are happy you joined us!
Maria_R, Apr 2025
Perfect day trip from Denver. Our guide, Harley, is knowledgeable and fun. Red rock amphitheater is spectacular.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you, Maria. We are glad to hear you had a perfect day trip and enjoyed your time with Harley. Red Rocks Amphitheater is always a highlight, and it is great to know you found it as spectacular as we do. We hope to see you again on another Colorado tour.
Kathie_P, Apr 2025
For a half day tour, we learned a lot from our fantastic guide, Monica. Great value, bison included!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Kathie. We are glad you enjoyed the tour and learned a lot from Monica. She truly enjoys sharing Colorado’s history and natural beauty. Seeing the bison is always a special bonus. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you on another tour soon.
Dana_C, Dec 2024
Monica was an amazing tour guide. The views were fantastic. We had a lot of fun with the other group we were with. Just enough time at every stop!
Tanyaka_B, Oct 2024
Amazing tour! It was such a great way to see the hot spots in a short period of time. Our tour guide Harley was great. His knowledge of the area and personality chefs kiss and I will definitely recommend 10/10. Thank you for making the tour amazing!!!!
Daphne_S, Oct 2024
Had a terrific tour with Harley to Denver foothills. Especially loved Red Rocks and seeing Golden. I hope we can return in the future.
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