Discover Rocky Mountain National Park
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Discover Rocky Mountain National Park
By Aspire Tours
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Explore the Rocky Mountain National Park on this all-day trip from Denver or Boulder. Discover the rugged scenery of the Colorado mountains as you weave through small towns and travel over alpine passes. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as elk, black bears, and moose. Inside the park, you’ll have the chance to take short hikes or simply relax.
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Ages 8-99, max of 50 per group
Duration: 8h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- This day tour is ideal for those who want to experience the Rockies
- Enjoy plenty of time at each stop to explore
Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best
2024
- Water Refill - Bring your own bottle
- Expert Guide
- Upscale Transportation
What's not included- Gratuities
- Children under 8 years old
- We do NOT provide additional clothing for our guests. Please dress adequately for your tour.
- We will stop in Estes Park for lunch
- Start:Multiple meeting point options.
- Option 11701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USAOutside of Union Station at the large American Flagpole at 8:50 am.
- Option 2Walnut Cafe, 3073 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA***We will pickup our guests at 9:45 am for Boulder Pick-Up***
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8950P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Local Expert guide and small group - max 13.
- Minimum age is 8 years - no children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
- Lunch is included starting May 1 - Please disclose dietary restrictions at checkout
- If the weather is too bad or if it is too dangerous to drive some of the scenic roads, the guide will change the tour route
- Please advise at the time of booking which pick up location is preferred
- Please note that it is a possibility in the winter that the visibility is limited due to snow. We are flexible with our cancellation policy if snow is in the forecast and are happy to reschedule if weather looks better on another day.
- From November to April, waterproof shoes are highly recommended. Wool socks are also recommended.
- Please arrive only at the pickup location you have selected on your reservation.
- This is an sightseeing tour, NOT a hiking tour. Although we do have opportunities for self-exploration at select designated stops, please consider one of our hiking products for a more physically active experience.
- The National Park Service has full disclosure regarding the days of operation for both Trail Ridge and Old Fall River Roads.
- Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour start time to check in with the guide.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tout to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- If you are staying in Estes Park and are looking to be picked up there, please contact us directly to coordinate.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Where do we meet for the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour from Denver or Boulder?
- We meet at Walnut Cafe 30 73 Walnut StreetAnswered Jul 2021
- Is there parking available for the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour from Denver or Boulder?
- There are several parking garages in the area, 1899 Wynkoop St. Garage is one of them. The Crawford Hotel, which is at Union Station has valet parking available ($25).Answered Mar 2021
- What should I wear on the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour from Denver or Boulder?
- 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.Answered Mar 2021
- What should I bring with me on the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour from Denver or Boulder?
- 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.Answered Mar 2021
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8950P6
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- R75UEjoanh0 contributionsTake the tour!This was a great tour and 4 hours well spent. We didn’t have much time in Denver and this guided tour helped to educate us and gave us opportunities to appreciate the scenic views of the Rockies. Gable was fabulous. He added some entertainment along the way that nicely complimented the educational narrative.Written February 6, 2025
- crI9392AJ0 contributionsNature is amazing!My family and I enjoyed the Rocky Mountain Escape Tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and made excellent recomendations. I hope to return soon and book another tour with Aspire. The area's nature and weather is like a different world compared to where we reside so it was very enjoyable.Written February 4, 2025
- 816shaquillep0 contributionsMemorable Trip ExperienceOur tour guide was super kind, funny and knowledgable. It was the perfect day for a tour and my friend and i truly enjoyed ourselvesWritten February 1, 2025
- jeffsV7614KQ0 contributionsRocky Mountain EscapeFantastic tour! This half day tour takes you into the mountains through Clear Creek Canyon, with stops in Idaho Springs and Evergreen. We were lucky to see several herds of elk! Amazing tour, amazing guide! Gentry Catlitt was informative, engaging and pointed out many incredible views. Highly recommend this tour!Written January 19, 2025
- rachelwP2160ZG0 contributionsOutstanding Tour with Aspire - Half-Day Rocky Mountain EscapeOutstanding done with guide Genevieve - tour: Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape. It was a beautiful day, perfect for seeing the mountains, lakes, and more. The group was small (only three, including myself), so it truly felt customized in what we saw and how long we stayed at each location, which was perfect. Genevieve was one of the best guides I have ever had - very personable as well.It was trulyly an amazing time!Written January 19, 2025
- sunkor0 contributionsA quick sized but wholesome bite on Denver and rocky mountainsSteve was an amazing tour guide with golden nuggets of info as we headed off to the mountains. We stopped by some lovely of towns and then had amazing views of Rocky Mountains with Steve’s excellent narration of the history and nature. Highly recommend this half day tour if you are in need for a quick orientation on Denver’s history and the Rockies. CheersWritten January 14, 2025
- latonya c0 contributionsGreat experienceOur tour guide Rico was really enthusiastic, personable, and knowledgeable on our tour. My family and I had the best time. I 10 out of 10 recommend!Written January 9, 2025
- LoHerb030 contributionsPerfect 1/2 dayWe had a great trip with Jerry being our guide he made sure to show us as much as time would aloud even with the clouds/fog hanging low. I’d highly recommend this tripWritten January 4, 2025
- dvillan20 contributionsAmazing tourAmazing tour, you learn a lot about Denver. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions as well as gave recommendations for things to do during our visit. Would definitely recommend.Written December 31, 2024
- Flyer6196550 contributionsRocky Mountain EscapeVisiting Denver for my birthday, booked this tour as a way to see the Rockies for the first time. Harley was a great tour guide from pick- up to drop-off. I felt safe the entire time. He really takes care of his passengers/tourists and was very informative along the tour. Beautiful scenery, it will not diappoint. I highly recommend. I am a highly satisfied customer.Written December 31, 2024
- lucapY7767OC0 contributionsGreat AdamAdam was amazing and the tour was beautiful . A great experience, thanks so much to the company and Adam……………………,,,,,,,Written December 31, 2024
- Stay031045294990 contributionsWonderful half day tourThis was a perfect half day trip into the mountains. Adam was very informative and a cheerful guide. He even took pictures of our group members and encouraged us to explore. It was a chilly and snowy day but that was even more perfectWritten December 31, 2024
- 245kareenr0 contributionsWinter Wonderland!Wonderful experience. Anyone visiting Colorado should do it. Our guide Nate was very caring, informative and a joy to be around.Written December 28, 2024
- L2439AZlaurac0 contributionsDefinitely would do again.What an amazing quick experience! Jared was awesome, fun, and knew plenty about the city’s culture and history as well as architecture.Written December 18, 2024
- Passenger424888550230 contributionsJared, The Tour GuideJared la a fabulous tour guide! His wealth of knowledge of the area, its history and experiences made this outing so special. My husband and I have never met a tour guide who was so happy doing his job and enabling us to have such a wonderful experience. He is a true gem with a true gift.Written December 17, 2024
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The view is amazing. As in the geography books, the blue sky clouds snowy mountains forest meadow animals are beautiful and spectacular!
Travel agent customer service returned the email quite quickly, communication was smooth, when I happened to Christmas discount I asked for a refund of the price difference also agreed 👍🏻
Tour assembled on time, in a car similar to a babysitter, the guide drove smoothly, explained attentively, took us to find a lot of animals and sights 👍🏻 day can also see the cool
Travel agent customer service returned the email quite quickly, communication was smooth, when I happened to Christmas discount I asked for a refund of the price difference also agreed 👍🏻
Tour assembled on time, in a car similar to a babysitter, the guide drove smoothly, explained attentively, took us to find a lot of animals and sights 👍🏻 day can also see the cool
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Written December 23, 2024
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Kathy R
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Nov 2024 • Family
The tour guide (Kacey) was wonderful starting from the pickup till the drop off. Kacey used a headset with a small speaker so all of her passengers could hear her clearly. Kacey was very thorough and knowledgeable with Estes Park and RMNP. Pay the extra money for a tour guide from Aspire Tours, you won’t be disappointed. Thx again Kacey!
Written November 29, 2024
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Julie A
Morehead City, NC14 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
What an amazing day!! We experienced so much in one day. Elsa was our guide and she was fabulous! She shared so much of her knowledge of the park it truly made such a great connection to what we were seeing.
At 11,000 ft we had a herd of elk join us on either side of the road and in the middle of it lol. It was cold and windy up there with a snow flurry. We went to Sprague Lake for incredible views and a moose came out of the woods to enjoy the lake too. A sun shower and short bit of tiny hail took us by surprise but it didn’t dampen our group’s excitement. Elsa took us to one of her favorite spots for even more spectacular photo ops and enjoyment of this beautiful place. The sun came out with perfect timing!
Highly recommend doing one of these tours instead of attempting any of it on your own or in your own vehicle. It’s so relaxing for everyone!
At 11,000 ft we had a herd of elk join us on either side of the road and in the middle of it lol. It was cold and windy up there with a snow flurry. We went to Sprague Lake for incredible views and a moose came out of the woods to enjoy the lake too. A sun shower and short bit of tiny hail took us by surprise but it didn’t dampen our group’s excitement. Elsa took us to one of her favorite spots for even more spectacular photo ops and enjoyment of this beautiful place. The sun came out with perfect timing!
Highly recommend doing one of these tours instead of attempting any of it on your own or in your own vehicle. It’s so relaxing for everyone!
Written August 7, 2023
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This sounds like a beautiful and exciting day in the National Park with Elsa as your guide! We hope you come see us again for more adventures!
Written August 8, 2023
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jay
Houston, TX1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Friends
The Rocky Mountain National Park is a must-visit for anyone traveling to Denver. Its breathtaking natural beauty, outdoor activities, and opportunities for wildlife viewing make it a perfect destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. I highly recommend to book this trip with Aspen, Jared the tourist was amazing, he made an almost 10hr trip feel like 30 minutes.
Written December 15, 2024
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Houston, TX1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Solo
This tour was exactly what I wanted ... I got some easy steps in for the day (maybe 1.5 miles total) and visited some amazing places. Jeff was our fantastic tour guide. He took us on a route from Denver to Boulder to Lyons and then to many breathtaking stops in the RMNP. He went out of his way to make sure we saw elk in Estes Park (in fact, we stumbled upon a herd of 75-100, which was simply magical). Highly recommend this tour!
Written November 5, 2024
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Bob D
Glen Allen, VA70 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We were lucky enough to get Elsa as our tour guide. She made a good trip great for sure. We got picked up at a convenient spot in Boulder (strip mall with lots of parking) and embarked on our trip. Elsa shared interesting facts and stories about the area as we drove towards Rocky Mountains National Park. We got to see 3 of the big 4 animals (mountain goats, deer and elk; lots of elk). Elsa took us to a few of the top overlook spots and the visitor center; we had just enough time to squeeze in a visit to a scenic lake where you can get phenomenal pictures. She offered to take pictures of us with great backgrounds. The lunch sandwiches and snacks were delicious. Overall, great sightseeing trip; being with the group prevented me from driving off the road trying to drive at the same time I was marveling at the scenery.
Written July 13, 2023
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Hello, we greatly appreciate your detailed review of your day in Rocky Mountain National Park with Elsa as your guide! We hope to see you again in the future.
Written July 18, 2023
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Aeramo
New York City, NY110 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
Good tour. We went about halfway into Rocky Mountain National Park along the main road in the park. Saw some animals and a waterfall. It can be cold and windy at higher altitudes.
Tour guide needs to fact check his stuff. He told us that the Westminster neighborhood of Denver would be the 4th largest city by population in Colorado if it were a city. This isn't correct. Westminster is already a city according to Wikipedia and Google Maps. Also, it's ranked 8th.
He told us that at one point we were a few miles away from the Pearl Street Mall. In reality, we were less than one mile away.
I'm sure there was more misinformation during the tour, but I haven't had a chance to fact check everything they said.
Tour guide needs to fact check his stuff. He told us that the Westminster neighborhood of Denver would be the 4th largest city by population in Colorado if it were a city. This isn't correct. Westminster is already a city according to Wikipedia and Google Maps. Also, it's ranked 8th.
He told us that at one point we were a few miles away from the Pearl Street Mall. In reality, we were less than one mile away.
I'm sure there was more misinformation during the tour, but I haven't had a chance to fact check everything they said.
Written July 14, 2024
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Jan DC
Brussels, Belgium32 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
We spent an entire day with Jerry, who was exceptional—knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and deeply passionate about his work—as we explored the best of the Rocky Mountains. He guided us to breathtaking vistas and ensured we had the chance to spot local wildlife. From pick-up to lunch and drop-off, every detail was flawlessly organized, making the experience seamless and enjoyable.
Written October 5, 2024
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Travel Tarot
7 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
I went on a tour today with Ty and he made our first trip to the Rocky National Park incredible! We had a wonderful time listening to his stories about the region and the culture and the music. He was friendly, informative and very knowledgeable about the region. He had patience with me taking photos of my family too. He was great and I really highly recommend anyone use his guide services.
He also recommended a very good restaurant we ate at in Estes Park. I just can’t say enough about this friendly and great guy. He even had some traction attachments to add to our shoes so we didn’t slip in the snow. And we saw elk and he stopped to let us take photos. Thank you Ty! 😊👍
He also recommended a very good restaurant we ate at in Estes Park. I just can’t say enough about this friendly and great guy. He even had some traction attachments to add to our shoes so we didn’t slip in the snow. And we saw elk and he stopped to let us take photos. Thank you Ty! 😊👍
Written March 13, 2024
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Nicki S
Duluth, MN7 contributions
Don't think twice, book this tour! Aaron is a phenomenal guide! The meeting point and check in process is simple. The van is comfortable with large windows for views & photos. The first stop in Lyons is adorable and full of local coffee, food, and shopping options. Next stop, RMNP! Being a passenger and enjoying the scenery is the reason we chose this tour- plus the reviews which turned out to be accurate! Aaron is a kind and thoughtful guide, always assuring all passengers are comfortable and enjoying the day. There are ample restrooms throughout the entire day. Lucky for us, we experienced a day full of major wildlife sightings including a bull moose before noon, a herd of over 100 elk NEXT TO THE ROAD, and ended the tour watching a moose wander into the lake for a meal. This tour met and exceeded our expectations, and this was largely due to our guide Aaron. He passed the popular lookout spots and took us to gorgeous locations with too good to be true vistas. Did I mention the delicious picnic lunch in Hidden Valley? We had the most amazing day and highly recommend this tour!
Written August 31, 2024
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Wha time does the tour end? Trying to figure out if we could do it on a day when we have a 5:30 meeting. Thank you!
Written July 27, 2024
Hi! I’m planning on taking this tour on October 15th. Would you please advice on the weather? Do I need special gear?thanks!
Written October 13, 2023
Hi! I’m planning on taking this tour on October 15th. Would you please advice on the weather? Do I need special gear?thanks!
Written October 13, 2023
Hi there - I am going on this trip this Sunday 14th May. Are you able to please advise on weather conditions? Is there snow underfoot or trainers would be sufficient?
Googling the weather makes it look like I need snow gear but I am really hoping not. Many thanks in advance
Written May 8, 2023
As of May 3rd, snow was gone except along a couple paths. Trainers were fine for our day. Enjoy!
Written May 10, 2023
I am planning to take the bus from Boulder and being dropped off at Denver. Is it possible?
And since I am travelling, I will have a small luggage. Would this be okey for you?
Thanks
Written June 12, 2022
No this is a set trip to sight see the Rocky Mountains. You either get the bus from Denver or Boulder & will be returned. I think you need to be looking for the local transport information.
Written November 8, 2022
We plan to go during the mid June. What kind of clothing recommended? Any winter coats?
Written June 2, 2022
Depends how high you’re going; the higher the colder. I would recommend dressing layers and be prepared for snow, rain, wind, etc..
Written October 14, 2023
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