(806) 358-2255
The Best of Colorado
Tour Type: Regional
Brochure Type Americas Costsaver 2026 v1
Indulge your spirit of adventure on this Colorado trip across red-rock, prairie and plains-filled landscapes including Rocky Mountain National Park and Colorado National Monument, then go back in time in Durango and Ouray. Wild West railroads and Gold Rush towns dot this fun-filled journey through landscapes only found in Colorado.
Dining Summary
Brochure Type Americas Costsaver 2026 v1
Indulge your spirit of adventure on this Colorado trip across red-rock, prairie and plains-filled landscapes including Rocky Mountain National Park and Colorado National Monument, then go back in time in Durango and Ouray. Wild West railroads and Gold Rush towns dot this fun-filled journey through landscapes only found in Colorado.
Dining Summary
- 5 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Iconic Breakfast (IC)
- Visit Rocky Mountains National Park
- Visit, learn about, and enjoy seasonal local produce from Clark Family Orchards
- View alpine lakes, mountains, wooded forests, and a variety of wildlife
- Enjoy a guided visit of this natural landmark at the foot of Pikes Peak
- Visit European-style resort towns
- Enjoy an Iconic Breakfast with a view inside the park
- Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
- Many meals included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Call (806) 358-2255 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18892006
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2024
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Denver | Arrive Denver: Fill your lungs with that crisp Rocky Mountain air on this Colorado trip! You've arrived in Denver, the ?Mile High City', which has more than a hundred breweries and tap rooms, giving you a chance to find your new favorite pale ale, pilsner or stout. Later you'll meet up with your Travel Director then choose to spend the rest of the evening relaxing or discovering the best of Denver your way. Accommodations: Doubletree By Hilton Denver Cherry Creek |
| Day 2 | Denver | Rocky Mountain National Park: You'll feel like you can touch the sky during your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park, a sky-high showcase of 60 epic peaks. This Colorado highlight is a wilderness of luscious landscape unfolding throughout the day. You're in for an amazing treat as you travel along Trail Ridge Road to the roof of the Rockies where the views are breathtaking, making you feel energized and excited for the next leg of your thrilling Colorado adventure. Accommodations: Doubletree By Hilton Denver Cherry Creek |
| Day 3 | Grand Junction | Denver to Grand Junction: Today starts at the picture-perfect village of Vail where you'll stroll along the pedestrian village offering a unique mix of shops, restaurants, pubs, and cafes. Next up is the historic Glenwood Springs, where you'll find the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Colorado Rivers, before continuing to Palisade. We'll stop at Talbott Farms, a sixth-generation family owned and operated farm where you'll tour the orchards (seasonal). After, make your way to Grand Junction, known as the ?River City', a short hop away from where we kick back for the night. Accommodations: Tru by Hilton Grand Junction Downtown |
| Day 4 | Durango | Grand Junction to Durango: Enjoy your Iconic Breakfast with a view at the Colorado National Monument, totally immersed in beautiful nature. Next stop: Ouray, the ?Switzerland of America' in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, before the Wild West calls. Durango, a former mining town and rail center, is today's last stop where you can explore this historic town and have an al fresco dinner. Accommodations: Holiday Inn & Suites Durango Downtown |
| Day 5 | Durango | Durango at Leisure: You'll have the whole day to ride, hike, explore and even get your feet wet during our Choice Optional Experience rafting adventure on the Animas River. Or, if you prefer a more relaxed Optional Experience, visit Mesa Verde National Park's breath-taking cliff dwellings with your Tour Director. The park features some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan archaeological sites in the US. Accommodations: Holiday Inn & Suites Durango Downtown |
| Day 6 | Alamosa | Durango to Alamosa: We leave the railroad town of Durango to Alamosa with a stop in Pagosa Springs to admire the stunning views overlooking the San Juan River. Once in Alamosa, there's time for lunch before letting loose your inner child at the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Reserve. Then it's back to Alamosa, with its night skies providing a staggering starscape. Accommodations: Hampton Inn by Hilton Alamosa |
| Day 7 | Colorado Springs | Alamosa to Colorado Springs: The sightseeing loop brings you for two nights to Colorado Springs, where the foothills of the Rockies provide a stunning backdrop, but it's the 14,115-foot (4302 meters) Pikes Peak that will make your jaw drop. Part scenic park and part nature center, Garden of the Gods is known for incredible formations of massive red rocks rising straight out of the ground. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour exploring human history that dates back 3,000 years and uncovering the secrets of its five different ecosystems. At night you can explore the hip hidden bar scene, a nod to its notorious prohibition past. Accommodations: Woodmen Inn |
| Day 8 | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs Sightseeing: It's your final day in Colorado, so make every second count; whether you tackle one of the endless outdoor activities or explore the city's vibrant culture. Or hop on one of our epic Choice Optional Experiences - you can do both in one day! Visit the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge and Park for a unique experience suspended 995 ft (303.27 m) above ground. Or, choose to visit the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum before bidding farewell to your fellow travelers. Accommodations: Woodmen Inn |
| Day 9 | Denver | Colorado Springs to Denver: The beauty of Colorado and all you've seen and experienced the past few days will linger long after you leave Denver, where our wonderful Colorado trip comes to an end. It's time to say goodbye to new friends as you prepare to return home or surrender to Denver's irresistible charm and extend your stay. There's a complimentary transfer to Denver International Airport with an approximate arrival time of 10:00 am. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
