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Rocky Mountain National Park Tour and Picnic

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Boulder, USA

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Experience Rocky Mountain National Park on this personalized, small-group tour.

NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! We handle all park entry logistics so you can relax and enjoy the day.

Departing from Boulder, travel in a luxury high-roof van with your expert naturalist guide. Begin the day with light breakfast bites before exploring iconic areas like Trail Ridge Road, alpine tundra, scenic valleys, and pristine lakes, with time for photos and short walks along the way.

Watch for wildlife including elk, moose, mule deer, bighorn sheep, marmots, and pikas. Each guest is provided with Vortex binoculars for an up-close viewing experience.

Midday, enjoy a catered picnic lunch in a beautiful mountain setting. This all-inclusive experience covers transportation, park entry, meals, and guiding, just sit back and enjoy the Rockies.

What's Included

  • Breakfast Lite breakfast bites to start the day
  • Lunch A catered picnic lunch within the park
  • Spotting Scope (Vortex)

    Meeting and Pickup

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    The guide will wait at the entrance of your specified pickup location. If you’re staying at a hotel the guide will wait in front of the concierge desk. If you’re at an AirBnB or other private residence, the guide will wait outside. A text will be sent to notify of their arrival.

    What To Expect

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    Boulder

    Most tours depart from Boulder, Colorado, with scenic views of the iconic Flatirons. This starting point offers a beautiful introduction to the landscapes and terrain guests will experience throughout the day.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lyons

    Enjoy a short stop in the red-stone town of Lyons, where guests can grab coffee before entering the mountains.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Estes Park (pass by)

    Tours pass through Estes Park, a classic mountain town at the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Along the way, guests enjoy scenic views and pass by the historic Stanley Hotel.
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    Beaver Meadows Visitor Center

    Stop at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, the main entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, where guests can take in mountain views, learn about the park, and begin their journey into the high country.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Trail Ridge Road

    Travel along Trail Ridge Road, one of the highest continuous paved roads in North America, with sweeping alpine views above treeline. Along the way, guests may see wildlife such as elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, marmots, and pikas.
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    5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Alpine Visitor Center

    Stop near the Alpine Visitor Center and Continental Divide for panoramic views and opportunities to spot alpine wildlife including bighorn sheep, marmots, and pika.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Sprague Lake

    Time permitting, enjoy a short guided walk around Sprague Lake, a scenic alpine lake with panoramic mountain views. This easy 0.8-mile loop offers opportunities to spot wildlife and learn about the park’s ecology.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Boulder (pass by)

    Return guests back to their lodging in Boulder, CO.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rocky Mountain National Park Tour and Picnic?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5653780P1

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    What's Included

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    • BreakfastLite breakfast bites to start the day
    • LunchA catered picnic lunch within the park
    • Spotting Scope (Vortex)
    • Admission into Rocky Mountain National Park is included for all guests
    • Binoculars (Vortex) for every guest

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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