Uncover the Secrets of Rocky Mountain National Park
Uncover the secrets of Rocky Mountain National Park. Travel Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous paved highway in America. Experience five life zones as the elevation ranges from 8,000 feet to 12, 183 feel. Learn about the history, geology, wildlife and plant life in the park. “Meet” the locals: elk, mule deer, big horn sheep, coyote, fox, pikas and marmots. Be amazed at nature’s handiwork: Deep gorges, open valleys and towering mountains. We’ll make lots of stops to explore and take photos. Tour the famous Stanley Hotel, a grand old resort hotel, built by FO Stanley of Stanley Steamer fame. Be aware..Stephen King’s “The Shining” was written and filmed here! Explore the village of Estes Park. (Full or ½ Day)

A La Carte options:
• Travel the full length of Trail Ridge Road; explore the “other” gateway to the park-Grand Lake
• Group lunch in Estes Park or Grand Lake Lodge (in season)
• Picnic in the park
• Any special interests can become our focus in the park.

Bud, Suds & Creative Critters
Visit the home of the Clydesdales at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. See these legendary draft horses and their magnificent tack. Tour the brewery and learn about the brewing process, packaging and storage of this famous beer. Taste tests are included! Fort Collins is home to many microbreweries. Tour one of the famous microbreweries Fort Collins has to offer and see the difference a smaller specialized craft brewery can make and a tasting will follow." Stop in and “meet” the creative creatures at the Swettsville Zoo, a metal sculpture park. Born from years of collecting parts and remnants from all things metal, these 150 critters are fashioned from nuts, bolts, fenders, springs, screws, seats and other “leftovers.” You may even recognize a piece of an old 50s Chevy or a 40s John Deere! (1/2 Day)
A La Carte options:
• Lunch on own in Old Town or a group lunch
• Tour any of the other local microbreweries

Art in the Rockies
Experience Art in the Rockies. Ever wonder how bronze sculptures are created? Go behind the scenes in Loveland at a local foundry and see the fascinating process. Put your new knowledge to the test: Stroll among the beautiful bronzes in Loveland’s outdoor Benson Sculpture Park Garden: Eagles fly, whales fluke, dogs run and kids play! Then go indoors to visit the National Sculpture Guild & Columbine Gallery. You’ll marvel at the talented artists, beautiful creations and limitless subjects. (Full Day)

A La Carte options:
• Step back in time: Group lunch at Miss Attie’s Tea Room
• Include galleries in Old Town Fort Collins; cap the day with a visit to Swettsville Zoo for “art on the lighter side!”

Lunch with a Llama
Visit a llama ranch and learn about these fascinating animals. How are they raised? Do they exhibit different personalities – gentle, friendly or feisty? What kind of daily care do they need? How are they bred? What makes their wool so special? What jobs do they perform? THEN…get to know these delightful pack animals on a day hike and a picnic. (Full Day)

Trails West
Follow in the steps of the pioneers…The great trails west hold the legacy of the brave people who chose to leave their way of life behind and venture west in search of something better. Their hardships, struggles and dreams live in the ruts and settlements along the trails. Visit Guernsey. Walk along the Oregon Trail ruts and footpaths just as your ancestors did. Read the thousands of inscriptions written by pioneers at Register Cliff, written as they pass be on the long trek west. Explore the restored buildings at Fort Laramie. Feel what it must have been like to man these isolated outposts. Imagine how excited those travelers must have felt to see “civilization!” (Full Day)

A La Carte options:
• Stop at Chugwater Chili
• Visit the Homesteaders Museum in Torrington

A Day At The Ranch
Spend the day on a local ranch. Experience the old west and the new. Learn how ranchers have adapted to changing times. See just what it take to keep a family ranch going in today’s world. Choose from a variety of hands on activities, such as horseback riding, roping, cooking, fishing, animal care or local crafts.

A La Carte options:
• Dutch oven lunch or chuckwagon cooking demonstration & lunch
• Demonstrations of the “old” arts: Drying herbs, soap making, butter churning

Colorado Springs: It’s Peak Perfection
Nestled at the foot of Pike’s Peak, the city of Colorado Springs offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rocky Mountain region. This dynamic city’s charm is in its diversity. Visit the Garden of the Gods, a 1300 acre city park with spectacular red sandstone formations. Can you find the Scotsman? The Kissing Camels? The Cathedral Spires? Tour the US Olympic Training Center. See the state of the art facilities; learn what life is like for the over 8,000 dedicated athletes who train here each year. Experience the west’s Native American heritage at Manitou Cliff Dwellings. Learn about the lives, culture and unique architecture of the Pueblo Indians. [Dancers perform in season.] No visit to the Springs is complete without a tour of the Air Force Academy (when available.) Join us. Catch the Spirit of the Springs. (Full Day)
A La Carte options:
• Lunch at the Garden of the Gods with Native American dancers or lunch at the Trading Post (shoppers will enjoy the Trading Post); in season, White House Ranch living history museum at the park.
• Time to explore Old Colorado City with a variety of unique shops and restaurants, plus Simpich Dolls and Michael Garman’s Magic Town
• Explore Manitou Springs with a variety of unique shops and restaurants, plus tour Miramont Castle
• In season, ride the Pikes’ Peak Cog Rail
• Tour the Broadmoor Hotel

Your Rocky Mountain Adventures…

For groups with 2 or more days to explore - Available for pre-formed groups

We believe in a menu approach to group tour planning. This allows for the most flexibility in customizing itineraries for your group’s specific wants and needs.  Enjoy browsing the following multi-day tour itinerary suggestions.

Feel free to get creative:
Mix ‘n match to come up with the perfect itinerary for your group! 

Start with the Appetizers… the following tour highlights are simply suggestions to get you thinking of all there is to experience in the Centennial state. 

Then we’ll help you:

• Create the main course… combine your “must sees” 
• Add dessert… undiscovered gems, local expertise and unique experiences
• Top with… attention to detail, excellent customer service and a true love of all our state has to offer.

We’ll work with you to determine class of accommodations, specific attractions, number of meals included, length of tour, level of activity.

Colorado: Packaged to Perfection!  Have it your way!

Pike’s Peak or Bust! (2-4 Days)
Rails, Red Rocks, Wranglers, 14’ers and 5 stars : Colorado Springs has it all!

Tour Highlights  

1. Pike’s Peak Cog Rail:  Climb a “14’er”… the easy way!
2. Experience the history & the legend on a tour of the historic 5-star Broadmoor Hotel
3. Garden of the Gods: Red Rock Country & Native American Dancers
4. Tour the Air Force Academy
5. US Olympic Training Complex
6. Cowboy UP at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame
7. Flying W Ranch: Cowboy cookin’ & entertainment
8. Meet the true “locals” at the Wolf Sanctuary

Add a day trip to

• Canon City:  Ride the Royal Gorge Route Train: Colorado’s “Grand Canyon” and visit Royal Gorge Bridge & Park-the world’s highest suspension bridge.
• Cripple Creek- once called “the richest cow pasture on earth!”  Experience the Old & the New:  Try your luck at the gambling casinos, then experience some of Colorado’s early mining history.