Explore the stunning Colorado Rockies on an intimate small-group half-day tour led by a local guide. Enjoy scenic drives, short walks at picturesque stops, and breathtaking mountain views. Relax in a comfortable vehicle and experience the tranquility of lesser-known areas. Perfect for connecting with nature and discovering hidden gems.

• Half-day getaway to the Rocky Mountains from Denver.
• A small group tour ensures personalized attention.
• Enjoy guided short walks at each location.
• Choice of morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

What To Expect
Begin your Rocky Mountain adventure by meeting your guide and small group at a central meeting point at Denver’s Union Station, before your chosen start time in the morning or afternoon.Then climb aboard your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive into the Rockies. Discover hidden gems and panoramic views in low-traffic areas, offering a serene escape into nature. Pause at Clear Creek Canyon, exploring the historic riverbanks, followed by a stop at Echo Lake Park on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, then continue to the charming mining town of Idaho Springs.This half-day adventure ends with drop-off at the original departure point.

Denver Union Station (Pass By)
Disconnect for a few hours in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Breathe in fresh mountain air and explore low trafficked areas with stunning views. Take your time, sit on a rock and look out into the vast mountain range in solitude. Enjoy driving along scenic mountain roads in an upscale vehicle with great views to soak up your surroundings. Guests get ample time at each sight and a local guide showing some of their favorite spots.

30 minute stop at the Clear Creek Canyon and stop to walk along the river

Itinerary

From Denver drive West to the Rocky Mountains. Explore a beautiful Canyon along a peaceful river and stop in places with panoramic views for miles. Stop at a local brewery on the way back to town.

1 Clear Creek Canyon
Spend 30 minutes exploring the river banks of this historic canyon, where Colorado's gold rush once began long ago.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2 Echo Lake Park
Mount Evans Scenic Byway is a beautiful road close to Denver with great views of the Rocky Mountains. There are great spots along the way for nature walks and panoramic views for miles.

30 minute stop at Echo Lake.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3 Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway
The Scenic Byway to Mount Blue Sky climbs over 7,000 feet in its 28-mile length, reaching an altitude of 14,130' feet. On this tour we drive to 9000 feet and stop at Echo Lake at the base of Mount Bluesky. Idaho Springs serves as the starting point to the byway. This drive offers visitors scenic views of the Continental Divide. The Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area offers easy access to Colorado’s inspiring high mountain environment. Take a short walk around the Alpine Lake at Echo Lake Park. Overlook spectacular views of distant mountain peaks, alpine lakes and glacier valleys! Walk amongst the oldest living organisms on earth!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4 Idaho Springs
Spend some time exploring this cute and historical mining town in the heart of the Rockies. World class breweries, shopping, and dining can be found here.
The town resides at an elevation of 7,526 feet in Clear Creek County. It features an ample downtown with a lot of shops and restaurants serving the I-70 travelers. Idaho Springs is a popular stop for those traveling on I-70, to and from the mountains. Though the town is known for its hot springs, Idaho Springs has a lot more to offer adventure seekers.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free