Aspen's Off the Beaten Path Tour

4.9 (28 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Summer Season Only (May - October)

This tour is a walk through Aspen's Victorian neighborhood of the West End and along the nature paths connecting to the Roaring Fork River. Aspen's story is unraveled through the stories behind victorian and modern architecture and Aspen's connections to it's natural surroundings.

Distance traveled is about 1.5 miles with some minor elevation changes. While a majority of the walk is along paved surfaces there are some uneven natural paths. Participants should have a moderate physical fitness level.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Dean's Aspen Tours

Ages: Children (0–6 years) · Youth (7–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Dean's Aspen Tours

Passing by

Tour meets and leaves.
Wheeler Opera House

Passing by

The Wheeler Opera House is a touchstone throughout Aspen's timeline from the peak of the silver boom to today
Red Brick Center for the Arts

10 min

Rotating exhibits of work by local Aspen artists.
The John Denver Sanctuary

Passing by

Scenic riverside trails and park network.
Pitkin County Library

Passing by

Park space and mountain views.
Rio Grande Trail

Passing by

Discover the connectivity, history and modern significance of the Rio Grande Trail.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Tour meets 5 minutes prior to start directly across from the corner of the Wheeler Opera House on the brick pedestrian walking mall in downtown Aspen, Colorado.

End point

Tour meets 5 minutes prior to start directly across from the corner of the Wheeler Opera House on the brick pedestrian walking mall in downtown Aspen, Colorado.

Using your ticket

Please meet at starting point 5 minutes prior.
Dress according to the weather. Tours operate in all weather conditions.
Winter: coats, hats, gloves & footwear suitable for snowy sidewalks.
Summer/Spring/Fall: Shade hat & comfortable waking shoes.
If threat of rain bring jacket or umbrella.

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%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers 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.
Summer Only (May thru October)
This tour is a 1.5 mile walk with some elevation changes. Participants should be able to walk long distances regularly.