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Small-Group Tour of the Rocky Mountain National Park from Denver
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Experience Rocky Mountain National Park without renting a car or booking a hotel
Duration:
8h
Taking Covid-19 safety measures
Group size:
14
Near public transportation
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
  • Duration:
    8h
  • Taking Covid-19 safety measures
  • Group size:
    14
  • Near public transportation
  • Ticket type:
    Mobile
  • Free cancellation
About
Even with just one day to spare, escape the Mile High City for the towering peaks, alpine lakes, and roving wildlife of Rocky Mountain National Park on this day trip that operates in all seasons. Enjoy views of historic mining towns and scenic mountain passes like Trail Ridge Road while a guide handles the hairpin turns, stopping along the way to spot elk, snap photos, and soak up haunted history at the legendary Stanley Hotel in Estes Park.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 8h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English
Highlights
  • Drive above timberline on Trail Ridge Road during summer, or take a winter walk around snowy Bear Lake
  • Visit the Stanley Hotel, inspiration for Stephen King’s horror film “The Shining”
  • Small-group tour from Denver for a more personalized day in the Rockies
What to expect
Know before you go
  • Duration: 8h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Available languages
English
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
  • Drive above timberline on Trail Ridge Road during summer, or take a winter walk around snowy Bear Lake
  • Visit the Stanley Hotel, inspiration for Stephen King’s horror film “The Shining”
  • Small-group tour from Denver for a more personalized day in the Rockies
What to expect
Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 41410P11
Important information
Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Park Admission
  • Entry/Admission - Rocky Mountain National Park
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Duration
8h
Departure details
  • 1747 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA 09:45 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.
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum of four guests apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions and road closures. The itinerary might be modified.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • No children under the age of 7. Private tours are recommended for families with children.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • No refunds will be issued due to weather or road closures.
  • 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 14 travelers
Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Park Admission
  • Entry/Admission - Rocky Mountain National Park
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Departure details
  • 1747 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA 09:45 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.
Duration
8h
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum of four guests apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions and road closures. The itinerary might be modified.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • No children under the age of 7. Private tours are recommended for families with children.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • No refunds will be issued due to weather or road closures.
  • 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 14 travelers
Travel safe during COVID-19
Last updated: Sep 5, 2021
A note from Small-Group Tour of the Rocky Mountain National Park from Denver
Masks are optional if fully vaccinated.
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    1747 Wynkoop St
    1747 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
    09:45 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.
    See address & details
  • 1
    Estes Park Visitor Center
    Stop: 25 minutes
    See details
  • 2
    Rocky Mountain National Park
    Stop: 3 hours - Admission included
    See details
  • 3
    The Stanley Hotel
    Stop: 20 minutes
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  • You'll return to the starting point
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Susan
Youngstown, OH6 contributions
Best way to see RMNP
Jason gave a great tour of the Rockies. The playlist he created was truly inspired. He had great advice and tons of knowledge about the area.

If you are thinking about renting a car and doing this on your own because of the price - be aware that there are wait times for individuals to get into the park (and time is money on vacation) and there are tolls and fees you may not expect on the drive. Also, the driver will miss out on spectacular views!

It was truly worth the time and money to take this tour.
Written August 11, 2021
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Katie
1 contribution
Gary was awesome!
Gary was probably the best tour guide I've ever had!! He was very informative and has a good sense of humor. You can literally ask him anything and he will most likely know the answer to your question. 10/10 experience and would recommend doing this tour trip no matter who you are traveling with!
Written March 28, 2022
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Greg V
1 contribution
A big slice of Colorado!
Couples
Went with Gary (or “Bear”) to the Winter tour of Rocky Mountains & Estes Park. Gary was very nice and provided a great tour and stopped for us to shop, eat and take plenty of photography. He was a lifelong Denver, CO area resident so he told us all about what Estes Park was like growing up and what all the areas are like. Saw many wildlife and even saw some snow at Bear Lake! One of the best parts of my time in Colorado.
Written November 12, 2021
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Mike S
2 contributions
Beautiful scenery, knowledgeable tour guide, comfortable ride.
Solo
The tour of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park was much better than I expected! I learned about the geology of the park, it's resident wildlife, rivers and creeks from our tour guide Jason, a Colorado native. He was very patient answering questions and making sure everyone was comfortable. We were picked up on time and stopped at all the places promised. I can easily recommend this adventure!
Written June 24, 2021
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Melissa M
Sun Prairie, WI249 contributions
Great Tour
Our tour guide Ben did an amazing job. He was always early and making sure everyone had everything they needed. He was very knowledgeable about everything Denver and had an answer for every question. He always had something interesting to point out or share. He went above and beyond to be helpful and make sure everyone enjoyed themselves. He is very kind and genuine which made for a great tour guide.
Written August 22, 2020
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Katrina C
Winston Salem, NC2 contributions
Just book it! You won’t regret it.
WOW!! Breath-taking views!! Jason, our tour guide, was awesome and made it seem like we were just hanging out and not on a stuffy tour. Would HIGHLY recommend.

The company should wrap their vans with Jason’s face! Lol. He was really knowledgeable, friendly, and a safe driver.
Written July 6, 2022
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Michele A
13 contributions
Rocky Mountain kind of day
Our tour guide, Jason, was excellent. He was friendly, very informative, and gave us a great tour. Even though the weather didn’t seem perfect, he assured us of a great day to look forward to. And he was right, it was great! I’d recommend Jason as your tour guide.
Written June 25, 2022
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Cheryl111160
Roswell, GA6 contributions
Great day with Bernard!
Bernard led us on an incredible day through Estes Park and on into the Rocky Mountain national Park. We even got to see a moose! He was such a knowledgeable guide and great driver. He connected with our small group so well and we all enjoyed the day so much!
Written July 17, 2022
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Melinda G
Birmingham, AL10 contributions
Great guide, great info!
This was an amazing tour full of fun and great sites. Our guide, Bear, was a fountain of knowledge and had a great playlist for the radio. Definitely recommend this trip!!! We were in Denver for three days and we spent two of them with this tour company.
Written October 3, 2021
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Charles B
Edmond, OK1 contribution
Great way to see the park and let Jason do all the hard work.
Great tour being only a group of 10 (14 max). Tour guide Jason was fabulous. He knew where all of the great sight seeing stops were located and also knew exactly where to get the best food for lunch. Highly recommend this tour.
Written July 5, 2022
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