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Peak to Peak Scenic Byway and Estes Park

5.0 (12 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation
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Peak to Peak Scenic Byway and Estes Park

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 12 people
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
The Colorado Sightseer

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional Local Driver/Guide
  • Included: Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Driver/Guide Gratuities (20% recommended)

Itinerary

  1. Denver Union Station

    5 min

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

  2. Boulder Canyon Scenic Drive

    10 min Admission included

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

  3. Nederland

    20 min

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

  4. Peak to Peak Scenic Byway

    one hour

    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.

  5. Lily Lake

    30 min

    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.

  6. Stanley Hotel Tour

    30 min

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

  7. Downtown Estes Park

    one hour

    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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

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

Using your ticket

  • Weather changes quickly in Colorado and the mountains.  We recommend dressing in layers and wearing comfortable walking shoes.
  • It is always a good idea to bring along a jacket in case of rain, snow or cooler weather.
  • Please bring a refillable water bottle.
  • Please be patient with pick up times and allow our driver a 10 minute window for downtown traffic delays.  If you are concerned please call us at (303)423-8200
  • We will be in a high roof ford transit touring van with our round Colorado Sightseer logo on the rear side panel.

Pickup location is at the flagpole out front of Union Station/Crawford Hotel on 17th and Wynkoop St. at 8:15 am

Please provide your email to receive a digital waiver to be signed prior to the tour and receive the booking information

Contact information: www.coloradosightseer.com 1(303)423-8200 Whatsapp 1(303)-725-5010

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Traveller ratings

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