7-Day Denver Tour: Big Blue Bear, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, University of Colorado Boulder, Rocky Mountain National Park, Golden Town, Garden of the Gods

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Product Code: 707928

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Delve into Colorado, the highest state in the continental United States
    • Visit Denver, the "Mile High City" at an altitude of 1,600 meters
    • The highest point of the Rocky Mountains, the Great Dividing Range of the North American continent, and a Rocky Mountain National Park with more than 3 million visitors a year
    • World-class ski town, fairy tale world Vail, Aspen
    • Soak in the Greenwood Springs open-air hot springs, watch the sunset, and watch the Colorado River
Tour Code
707928
Duration
7 day
Departure City
Denver
End City
Denver
Language
Chinese, English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Denver

Home - Denver

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park or similar

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Arrive in Denver, the capital of Colorado, by plane. Please meet your tour guide at the Baggage Claim Area 12 of the West Terminal in the airport lobby at 17:00 pm (Denver local time). After gathering, you will be sent to the hotel. Have a good rest today and maintain your strength. , ready to start the exciting trip the next day.

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Day 02
Denver

Denver City Tour - Boulder - Denver

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park or similar

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After breakfast, head to downtown Denver to experience the unique charm of this Mile High City. First, visit Denver's most famous public art work - the Big Blue Bear, whose meaning is: I See What You Mean (I know what you are talking about), and then Stroll along the 16th Commercial Street, a bustling section of the city center, where there are many bustling shops and many historical buildings. Go to the Colorado State Capitol and Denver Art Museum, and take the 16th Street sightseeing bus to the old train station under the guidance of a tour guide. It is one of the few old buildings in the United States that is over a century old. It has been modernized and is still in operation. middle. Head to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, only a 30-minute drive from Denver. This is one of the local people’s favorite suburban parks. The amphitheater in the park is an outdoor music venue and is the only naturally occurring acoustically perfect circular shape in the world. The theater was the first stop for the Beatles' American debut. The theater is majestic and overlooks the greater Denver area. Afterwards, go to the beautiful university town of Boulder, visit Colorado State University Boulder and the National Center for Atmospheric Research and Museum, and stroll along Pearl Street in the city center. Finally, return to Denver.



Denver → Denver Big Blue Bear (15 mins) → The 16th St Mall (30 mins) → Colorado State Capitol Building (outside visit, 30 mins) → Denver Art Museum (outside visit, 30 mins) → Take a free sightseeing bus to the old train station (15 mins) → Old Railway Station (inside visit, 30 mins) → Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater (1.5 hours) → Boulder → Colorado State University, Boulder (1 hour) → National Center for Atmospheric Research and Museum ( 45 mins) → Pearl Street (1 hour) → Denver



 


Visiting Attractions

  • 16th Street Mall 16th Street Mall
  • Colorado State Capitol Colorado State Capitol
  • Denver Art Museum Denver Art Museum
  • Red Rocks Park Red Rocks Park
  • University of Colorado Boulder University of Colorado Boulder

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Day 03
Denver

Denver - Rocky Mountain National Park - Denver

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park or similar

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After breakfast, proceed to the famous Rocky Mountain National Park. The Rocky Mountains, which are more than 4,500 kilometers long, run through the North American continent from north to south. They have given birth to most of the rivers in North America and are also the main watershed of the North American continent. It has the highest altitude. Rocky Mountain National Park is just near Denver. From Denver, you can go northwest for about 110 kilometers to the east gate of the park, Estes Park. First, go to Bear Lake. This mountain lake named by the Indians has breathtaking beauty. The scenery is also one of the most famous lakes in Rocky Mountain National Park. Then, follow the famous Trail Ridge Road to the top of the mountain. The 48-mile Trail Ridge Road traverses Rocky Mountain National Park from east to west, and finally ends on the west side of the park. Along the way, there are mountains and mountains. The dense and rich vegetation and the sky with rolling clouds are like a painting. The Alpine Visitor Center is located at the highest point of the Ridge Road at an altitude of 3637 meters, where you can feel the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Finally, we turned back to Sheep Lake. At the foot of the mountain, an open and flat grassland surrounded a small bay of lake. This is the habitat of Colorado's state animal, the bighorn sheep.



Denver → Rocky Mountain National Park (Head to Bear Lake, Alpine Visitor Center, Sheep Lake, about 9 hours a day) → Denver



Special Note:

If Trail Ridge Road is closed due to season or weather conditions, the itinerary for this day will be changed to:

After breakfast, head to Estes Park, a resort town located at the east gate of the national park, to view the lakes and mountains of Lake Estes and see the Stanley Hotel, the prototype of the hotel in the classic horror movie "The Shining". Then go to Rocky Mountain National Park and visit Bear Lake, Sheep Lake, and the Visitor Center. Finally, return to Denver



 


Visiting Attractions

  • Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park

Meal

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Day 04
Denver

Denver - Vail - Grand Junction

Hotel: Grand Vista Hotel Grand Junction or similar

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After breakfast, drive along Highway 70 into the Rocky Mountains. The scenery along the way is breathtaking. Pass by Vail (stop and rest). This fairy tale-like town is a world-famous ski resort and a paradise for outdoor activities. The town has exquisite and beautiful scenery. . In the afternoon, we arrived at Grand Junction, the largest city in western Colorado. It is only 60 kilometers away from Utah and is surrounded by mountains, rivers and lakes. Because the climate remains mild all year round, it has developed an agricultural oasis with a large area of ​​vineyards and is also the largest red wine destination in Colorado. Important place of origin. The Colorado National Monument, a 30-minute drive from Grand Junction, is a unique red rock mesa landscape along the Colorado River. Some rocks have been eroded away from the main body of the mesa, or stand independently like a golden rooster or a pillar holding up the sky. Americans believe that these independent rocks are The rock also represents the independent spirit of the United States, so it is designated as a National Monument. We will walk through the park along a famous scenic road-Rim Rock Drive. Along the way, there are leg-weakening cliffs and countless strange rocks and rocks. , there are also layers of red canyons, the scenery is very majestic and spectacular, and the uncanny craftsmanship of nature is in front of you.



Denver → Vail (pass by, 1 hour) → Grand Junction → Colorado National Monument (drive tour + photo taking, total 2 hours)



 


Visiting Attractions

  • Colorado National Monument Colorado National Monument

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Day 05
Grand Junction

Grand Junction - Aspen - Glenwood Springs

Hotel: Quality Inn & Suites Glenwood Springs On The River or similar

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After breakfast, head to Aspen, the most famous mountain town in Colorado. It is not only picturesque, but also one of the world's top ski resorts. It has four major mountain ranges: Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Butter Mountain and Snowmass Mountain. Covering an area of ​​more than 5,500 acres, the scenery here is pleasant in all seasons. Visitors will slow down unknowingly when they come here and enjoy the paradise-like beauty and tranquility. Hidden in the Rocky Mountains, about half an hour's drive south of Aspen, is a beautiful place that attracts photographers from all over the world: this is the Maroon Bells, which is the most photographed place in the United States for landscape photography. It has also been selected No. 1 of 99 places in Colorado that offer postcard-worthy photos, but in reality, photos simply don’t do justice to her true beauty. Arrive in the afternoon at Greenwood Springs, located in the center of the Rocky Mountains. This mountain town is famous for its geothermal resources and outdoor adventure activities. Head to Glenwood Springs Hot Spring, which is located next to the beautiful Colorado River and surrounded by the Rocky Mountains. With beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains, it provides an all-natural soaking experience to relax and rejuvenate.



Grand Junction → Aspen Town → Visit Maroon Bells Scenic Area (tour bus round trip, 3 hours) → Glenwood Springs → Glenwood Springs Hot Spring (2 hours)



 


Visiting Attractions

  • Maroon Bells Maroon Bells

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Day 06
Denver

Glenwood Springs - Black Hawk - Gold - Denver

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park or similar

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After breakfast, return along Highway 70 to Blackhawk Town, a gambling town in the mountains. This town covers an area of ​​3.9 square kilometers and is 2,602 meters above sea level. It was established with the gold mining boom in the 19th century. In 1990, the town began to renovate, developing the gaming industry in the Midwest of the United States, and establishing a gambling city deep in the Rocky Mountains. Then go to Gold Town, which was founded during the gold rush. Its geographical location is very important. It was historically a trade center between the gold mines in the west and settlements in the east. It was the capital of Colorado from 1862 to 1867. The Colorado School of Mines is located in the center of the town. It is the first public institution of higher learning in Colorado. It is famous for its engineering and mining majors. It is a world-class public research university, mainly dedicated to engineering and applied scientific research. It has the strongest research strength in resource development, mining and utilization in the world. One of the strongest institutions. The Coors Brewery (appearance), founded in 1873, brews beer with snow water from the mountains. Now with an annual output of more than 22 million barrels of beer, it is the largest single brewery in the world and the business card and pride of King Town. Finally return to Denver.



Glenwood Springs → Black Hawk (walk through the casino town in the mountains and visit the Ameristar Casino, 45 minutes) → Gold → Colorado School of Mines (25 mins) → Coors Brewery (outside visit, 20 mins) → Denver



 


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Day 07
Denver

Denver - Colorado Springs - Denver International Airport

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After breakfast, head to Colorado Springs, the second largest city in Colorado. It is located at the eastern foot of Pikes Peak in the Rocky Mountains, at an altitude of 1,840 meters. It is also the birthplace of the "American Sports Festival". Go to the famous Garden of the Gods, also known as God's Garden, which is dotted with the most beautiful red sandstone in the United States. More than 300 sandstones of different shapes stand in the park, with the famous Pikes Peak and the blue sky as the background. People marvel at the miraculous craftsmanship of nature. Then explore the quaint town of Manitou Springs. With its breathtaking scenery, friendly people, and great outdoor adventures, you're sure to fall in love with this quaint town no matter how you visit. Then go to the Garden of the Gods to explore its original and wild beauty. The garden scenery is extremely pleasant and is filled with the most beautiful red sandstone in the United States. It has a unique flavor.



Denver → Colorado Springs → Garden of the Gods (3 hours) → Manitou Springs (free tour, 1 hour) → Overlooking Pikes Peak → Denver International Airport



 


Visiting Attractions

  • Garden of the Gods Garden of the Gods
  • Pikes Peak Pikes Peak
  • Manitou Springs Manitou Springs

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D2 Rocky Mountain National Park, Red Rocks Park, Greenwood Springs Hot Springs, Aspen round-trip sightseeing bus, Colorado National Monument Per person:$100.00 Mandatory Fee; please pay for the tour guide on the tour.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

[Pickup location]
Free airport pick-up: Denver International Airport (DEN)
Free pick-up time: 17:00
Meeting point: Baggage claim area No. 12, West Terminal Building, inside the airport hall
[Drop-off location]
Denver International Airport (DEN);Please book flight depart after 18:30.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Transportation expenses during the itinerary (the type of vehicle used is determined according to the number of people participating in the group on the day)
    • 6 night hotel accommodation during the trip
    • Tour guide
    • Breakfast in the hotel

Package Excludes

    • Food and beverage
    • Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction area/national parks
    • Attraction admission fee (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide)
    • Service fee (minimum US$12/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat have to pay the service fees as well)
    • Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified
    • Any personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included
  • Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 08 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 09 - 13 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 14 - 17 Days Prior to Departure Date - 70% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 18 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:
• If the weather condition, war, general strikes, and other unforeseen circumstances interrupt the journey, our company reserves the right to rearrange the journey without refunding the tour fee.
• Additional hotel bookings before or after the tour as well as other services are subject to hotel cancellation policy to determine if a refund is possible.
• If the guest quits during the trip or fails to participate in any itinerary due to personal reasons (no travel documents, late arrival, illness, accident, etc.), the paid tour fare will not be refunded, and no other services will be compensated.

 

Special Notes

    • Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
    • Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate flight information, tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible. 
    • Various hotels may have different deposit policy passengers need to comply with. No specific bed type or the position of the tour can be guaranteed at each hotel. Usually 2-4 people can stay in each room maximally. Hotel check-in time starts at 15:00.
    • This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices.
    • We have the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary.
    • During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
    • If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
    • Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. The operator provides the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. 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, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
    • Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. We do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval。
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    • The maximal waiting time for any late passengers is 10 minutes beyond the meeting time announced by the Tour Guide. While the operator makes every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point.as a specific time, which may be affected by any number of factors including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical prob- lems. We are not liable for any inconvenience or expense caused as a result of such a delay, not liable for the expense of connecting air or train or bus service missed as a result of a delay and not liable for any other travel expense caused as a result of a delay.
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  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • Please Note:
    1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
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