Peak to Peak Scenic Byway and Estes Park

5.0
(8 reviews)
Denver, USA

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience the beauty of the Rocky Mountains on our guided small group tour. Travel north through Boulder, home of the University of Colorado, health food, and mountain climbers. Drive up scenic and rugged Boulder Canyon, stop to see rock climbers on the steep walls. Visit Nederland for a coffee or pastry before continuing on and experiencing incredible Rocky Mountain scenery on the Peak to Peak Scenic and Historic Byway. Witness majestic views of the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and Rocky Mountain National Park. Enjoy a stroll around Lily Lake nestled in between picturesque mountain peaks before visiting the mountain village of Estes Park. Enjoy lunch on your own and explore the local artisan shops along Elk Horn Avenue and visit the historic Stanley Hotel. Look for a variety of wildlife including herds of grazing elk, mule deer, moose and more.

What's Included

Professional Local Driver/Guide
Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
Lunch
Driver/Guide Gratuities (20% recommended)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
1701 Wynkoop St

In front of Union Station and the Crawford Hotel at the flagpole on Wynkoop St.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Denver Union Station

    Begin you tour at Historic Union Station in lower downtown Denver where your driver guide will pick you up.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Boulder Canyon Scenic Drive

    Get out in the canyon and see the rock climbers and steep rock walls

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Visit Nederland, "Ned" as the locals call it. Known for its quirky, laid-back atmosphere and rich history as a mining community.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Begin on Colorado's oldest Scenic Byway in Nederland, Colorado where you will have time to grab a coffee or pastry before enjoying the beautiful Rocky Mountain views as you travel along Indian Peaks Wilderness on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway to Estes Park. Look for wildlife along the way such as Moose, Deer and Elk.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Lily Lake

    Enjoy a stroll around Lily Lake, nestled in between beautiful mountain peaks. Enjoy views of Longs Peak and Mount Meeker from the lake along with picturesque mountain scenery all around.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit the legendary Historic Stanley Hotel where History and Ghosts abound and Stephen King was inspired to write The Shinning.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Downtown Estes Park

    Enjoy time on your own for lunch in one of the many restaurants and shopping in the local artisan stores along Elkhorn Avenue in downtown Estes Park

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by The Colorado Sightseer

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
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Car Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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