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Rocky Mountain National Park 1-Day tour from Denver
Denver
About
This full-day tour takes you on a journey from Denver to some of Colorado's most stunning natural landscapes and vibrant towns. Starting in Estes Park, enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Estes and the surrounding mountains. Then, explore the Rocky Mountain National Park, known for its dramatic peaks and scenic trails, including visits to Bear Lake and Sheep Lake. Afterward, head to Boulder, where you can tour the University of Colorado Boulder campus, visit the NCAR Mesa Laboratory to learn about atmospheric science, and stroll along the Pearl Street Mall, filled with public art and local shops. Depending on the season, the itinerary offers the choice of taking a scenic drive through Black ...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
Bottled water
Ticket to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Driver.
Meals;Food and beverage.
Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
Gratuities
Entrance fee - Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person
Meeting Points
Departure
2200 W Alameda Ave unit 18
09:00Departure Denver: We will pick you up at the entrance of Greater China Supermarket
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
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Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
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Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Rocky Mountain National Park 1-Day tour from Denver
Denver
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$287.00
Price varies by group size
About
This full-day tour takes you on a journey from Denver to some of Colorado's most stunning natural landscapes and vibrant towns. Starting in Estes Park, enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Estes and the surrounding mountains. Then, explore the Rocky Mountain National Park, known for its dramatic peaks and scenic trails, including visits to Bear Lake and Sheep Lake. Afterward, head to Boulder, where you can tour the University of Colorado Boulder campus, visit the NCAR Mesa Laboratory to learn about atmospheric science, and stroll along the Pearl Street Mall, filled with public art and local shops. Depending on the season, the itinerary offers the choice of taking a scenic drive through Black ...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
Bottled water
Ticket to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Driver.
Meals;Food and beverage.
Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
Gratuities
Entrance fee - Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person
Meeting Points
Departure
2200 W Alameda Ave unit 18
09:00Departure Denver: We will pick you up at the entrance of Greater China Supermarket
Return
Itinerary
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Denver
Starting from Denver, we will first head to the famous resort town of Estes Park to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery of Estes. Then we will arrive at the Rocky Mountain National Park, which is famous for its many peaks and high mountain roads. Following, we will go to the famous university town of Boulder, visit the University of Colorado Boulder, the NCAR Mesa Laboratory, and take a stroll on Pearl Street Mall. Finally, return to Denver.
ore 06/01/2026 Itinerary:
Denver → Lake Estes (20 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, 4.5 hours) → Boulder: University of Colorado Boulder (40 mins), NCAR Mesa Laboratory (30 mins), Pearl Street Mall (1.5 hours) → Denver
06/01/2026-10/15/2026 Itinerary:
Denver → Black Hawk (30 mins) → Peak To Peak Scenic Byway (1.5 hours) → Lake Estes (25 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, Peak Visitor Center, 5.5 hours) → Denver
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Lake Estes
Lake Estes
On the edge of Estes Park, Colorado, Lake Estes is a 185-acre (75 ha) water reservoir held up by the Olympus Dam. Lake Estes sits at 7,522 feet in elevation with approximately 4 miles of shoreline within Larimer County.
20 minutes
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, 4.5 hours)
Rocky Mountain National Park in northern Colorado spans the Continental Divide and encompasses protected mountains, forests and alpine tundra. It's known for the Trail Ridge Road and the Old Fall River Road, drives that pass aspen trees and rivers. The Keyhole Route, a climb crossing vertical rock faces, leads up Longs Peak, the park’s tallest mountain. A trail surrounding Bear Lake offers views of the peaks.
6 hours and 30 minutes
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University of Colorado at Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder), colloquially referred to as CU or Colorado, is a public research university in Boulder, Colorado. It is the flagship university of the University of Colorado system, and was founded in 1876, five months before Colorado became a state. The sandstone used in the construction of nearly all the buildings on campus was selected from a variety of Front Range Mountain quarries. In 2011, Travel + Leisure named the Boulder campus one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States.
40 minutes
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NSF NCAR Mesa Laboratory
Before 06/01/2026 Itinerary:
Denver → Lake Estes (20 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, 4.5 hours) → Boulder: University of Colorado Boulder (40 mins), NCAR Mesa Laboratory (30 mins), Pearl Street Mall (1.5 hours) → Denver
30 minutes
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Pearl Street Mall
Before 06/01/2025 Itinerary:
Denver → Lake Estes (20 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, 4.5 hours) → Boulder: University of Colorado Boulder (40 mins), NCAR Mesa Laboratory (30 mins), Pearl Street Mall (1.5 hours) → Denver
1 hour and 30 minutes
7
Peak to Peak Scenic Byway
06/01/2026-10/15/2026 Itinerary:
Denver → Black Hawk (30 mins) → Peak To Peak Scenic Byway (1.5 hours) → Lake Estes (25 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, Peak Visitor Center, 5.5 hours) → Denver
All day
Lake Estes
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Rocky Mountain National Park
06/01/2026-10/15/2026 Itinerary:
Denver → Black Hawk (30 mins) → Peak To Peak Scenic Byway (1.5 hours) → Lake Estes (25 mins) → Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake and sheep Lake, including tickets, Peak Visitor Center, 5.5 hours) → Denver
