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Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views

Embark on a Cannabis friendly mountain sunset tour and discover what makes Denver the Mile High City. Travel to Red Rocks Park and spot native wildlife from Lookout Mountain, travel along the Lariat Loop, and much more. Head to the meeting point and be welcomed with 2 complimentary cannabis pre-rolls and a full spectrum gummy courtesy of Puff, Pass and Paint. Test your vintage gaming skills in a retro video game arcade while you wait for everyone to arrive for the tour. Once everyone has checked in, hop aboard the party bus or luxury vehicle and head off to Red Rocks Park Ave Amphitheatre. Marvel at the world-famous sight and see ancient rock formations. Next, make your way to Lookout Mountain where you'll have the opportunity to use your photography skills to capture amazing shots. Keep a lookout for wild buffalo and elk and soak in the panoramic mountain views. Finally, stop at The Golden Mill, the perfect spot to satisfy that munchie craving that's bound to have kicked in by now. End your tour with a convenient return journey to the meeting point at Puff, Pass and Paint.

Denver: City Highlights, Views, and Secret Spots Bus Tour

Denver: City Highlights, Views, and Secret Spots Bus Tour

Join this fun bus tour with our Discover Denver Tours crew & jump into exploring the Mile High City. Hop onboard our comfortable 14-passenger shuttle & enjoy taking in Denver's top sights as we wind through the heart of Denver & visit a great spot for views of the mountains. Denver's beauty shines year-round & experiencing Denver's top sights and discovering the stories behind them, is a great way to kick off your time in our Mile High City. Along the way, enjoy tons of fun commentary from your guide, ask questions, take pictures of Denver's amazing landmarks, and see & hear more about the Mile High City, past and present! Your tour kicks off at Union Station & then we'll hit the streets, rolling past some of our favorite highlights, including the iconic Larimer Square, the unique Denver Art Museum, we'll explore LoDo together, cross over the must-see 16th Street Mall, hear the U.S. Mint's heist stories, visit the Colorado State Capitol's famous Mile High Steps & much more! And best of all, we'll make 1-2 optional photo stops and there's plenty of time to ask Qs, get great local, off-the-beaten-track recommendations from your guide and more. You'll see and hear more than 90-minutes than you thought possible on this fun, light-hearted tour of our Mile High City!

From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour

From Denver: Red Rocks, Evergreen, and Echo Lake Tour

Discover the magic of Colorado's natural scenery on a guided tour through mountains, canyons, rock formations, and lakes. Take a break from the big city and dive into the wonders of the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, the quaint town of Evergreen, and the pristine Echo Lake. Just a short drive out of the city, you'll come across an outstanding variety of untouched landscapes. Visit Red Rocks Park and see the famous amphitheater carved into the rocks. Then, drive into the mountains via Bear Creek Canyon and see many of the Denver Mountain Parks. Browse the shops or enjoy a quick drink in the small mountainous town of Evergreen. Witness beautiful hilltop views by climbing up a mountain pass to Echo Lake. Stroll around this incredible glacial lake sitting at 10,600 feet high and have a great chance to observe local wildlife.

Denver: CityPASS® with Access to 3, 4 or 5 Attractions

Denver: CityPASS® with Access to 3, 4 or 5 Attractions

Visiting Denver? Save up to 43% at 3, 4 or 5 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together, with Denver CityPASS® tickets. Spend less time planning and more time exploring. Spend less time planning and more time exploring. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order. Valid for 7 consecutive days, including the first day of use. Get admission to your choice of 3, 4 or 5 attractions: • Downtown Aquarium- General Admission • Denver Museum of Nature & Science- General Admission • Denver Botanic Gardens- General Admission to York Street gardens • Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus- General Admission • Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum- General admission and traveling exhibits at the Air & Space Museum located in the historic Lowry neighborhood in Denver. • Denver Art Museum- General Admission - Some exhibits may require an additional ticket • History Colorado Center- General Admission

Cañon City: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Entry Ticket & Gondola

Cañon City: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Entry Ticket & Gondola

Discover the natural beauty of Colorado with entrance tickets to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. Walk across the highest suspension bridge in America, and soak in views of the Arkansas River as you sail above the gorge by gondola. First, visit the Aerial Gondola, and get your camera ready to admire the scenery as you glide across the gorge. followed by a stop at the Children’s Playland, filled with ropes, slides, nets, tunnels, and towers. Next, journey back in time and discover the bridge’s history at the Plaza Theater. Watch a short documentary and check out the historical exhibition, to learn all about the park. Finally, if you decide to visit during the summer season, you'll also be able to enjoy live entertainment as you picnic in the park. Conclude your visit with a step across the highest suspension bridge in the USA.

Denver: Cannabis Tour with Grow Facility Access

Denver: Cannabis Tour with Grow Facility Access

Immerse yourself in the cannabis industry on this original tour. Enjoy transportation via a luxury party bus limousine, get exclusive access to a state-of-the-art cannabis growing facility, and visit two of Denver's best dispensaries on this guided tour. Learn about the industry and the plant from our expert guide while having a blast with new friends. Be amazed by a live glass-blowing demonstration with an opportunity to purchase the piece directly from the glass artist afterward. Tour start times run throughout the day and run for 3 to 3.5 hours.

Durango: Round-Trip Train Ticket to Silverton

Durango: Round-Trip Train Ticket to Silverton

Escape into the stunning mountains of the San Juan National Forest with a round-trip, first-class train ticket from Durango to Silverton. Take in unforgettable views of the Animas River Gorge, Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge, San Juan National Forest, and more, from the comfort of a luxury train car. Depart the Durango Depot and into the mountains of the San Juan National Forest for a 3.5-hour train ride on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Get comfortable in your cozy train car on this iconic train, which has been running since 1882 through the untouched mountain terrain. Pass the Animas River Gorge, Horseshoe Curve, and High Bridge before arriving in the historic mining town of Silverton. Wander the town's quaint alcoves and learn about its rich history before returning to the train two hours later to head back to Durango.

Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Safari Tour

Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Safari Tour

Your unforgettable tour will start in the historic downtown Estes Park at 7500 feet above sea level. It will take you through lowland meadows and aspen groves, along swift flowing rivers to mountain lakes and into the tundra above 12000 feet in elevation. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park as your professional guide narrates your journey along the way, ensuring an incredible experience. This tour will include going to the highest part of Trail Ridge Road, stopping at a waterfall, wildlife viewing, and the historic one-way road, Old Fall River Road, when open.

Denver Botanic Gardens General Admission Ticket

Denver Botanic Gardens General Admission Ticket

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections on 24 acres that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate a Western identity and a unique high-altitude climate and geography. Don't miss the Freyer – Newman Center. The Center is a physical manifestation of the Gardens’ celebration of the fusion of science and art. The Center houses the Helen Fowler Library, the Sturm Family Auditorium, art galleries, herbaria, classrooms, the School of Botanical Art & Illustration and the Copper Door Coffee Roasters coffee shop. The Gardens’ holdings are unique because horticulture, plant conservation and preservation, mycology, and art unite to document human relationships with these elements and the larger environment. Housing each of these programmatic elements in a single facility makes these assets more accessible to the public.

Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Glass-Top Bus Tour

Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Glass-Top Bus Tour

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park on a guided tour from Estes Park. Travel up above the trees in a glass-top convertible van. Take a short hike or two and see fast-flowing snow melt, waterfalls, and glaciers. Enjoy coffee, hot drinks, and a variety on board. Learn all about the science and history of the Rockies and its animals with your guide. Travel up the famous Old Fall River Road, which is the original high alpine road that opened in 1920 and is part of the National Register of Historic Places. Take a halfway break at the Alpine Visitor Center, the highest-altitude visitor center of any national park. Get free time to visit the cafeteria and gift shop, as well as soak in amazing “top of the world” tundra views. Upon leaving the Alpine Visitor Center, travel back towards Estes Park. Journeying across Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous paved road in North America, reaching the highest point on the road at 12,183 feet. Get spectacular views from inside the panoramic van, and above the tree line. With a fully closable glass roof, stay protected from the chilly, hurricane-force winds produced in the alpine tundra. If Old Fall River Road is closed for the season, hit the Trail Ridge Road to go both up and down the mountain, with the highest point accessible being the turnaround point. Visit our website at purplepointstours.com for current deals and availability.

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Our guide was Zach and he did a great job. He was attentive to our needs and provided a nice commentary during the trip. We had time to walk to Chasm Falls along Fall River Road and he made a number of other stops along the way on that road and also Trail Ridge Rd. so we could take pictures. We saw a marmot, elk and had about 40 minutes at the Alpine Visitor Center. We would never have driven the Fall River Rd ourselves, so this trip was perfect for us. Snacks and drinks were also provided. The vehicle made me feel more secure than those open jeeps and it was also nice to know the sides would close if the weather got nasty.

Dave was incredible! He had a wealth of knowledge about the wildlife in RMNP and was able to capture incredible photos and videos with his scoping gear. It was amazing to see everything so close with his scopes and other spectators often looked over our shoulders to catch a glimpse too. He tailored the experience to us and was intent on us having an unforgettable experience and was successful in doing just that! Really cool guy and the perfect guide for us! We had an awesome day. Highly recommend!

Jen was awesome! She shared so much information about the area and we had an incredible day with her as our guide. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see RMNP! We got some cool pics on our phones, but Jen captured the wildlife in a way we couldn’t get so it was really cool to have those sent to us at the end of the tour!

I literally loved EVERYTHING about it. The entire tour was organized from beginning to end. The plan was well thought out and it was a very nice vibe throughout the entire trip. I would 100% recommend this tour and I would definitely do it again my fiancé and I had an absolute blast!

Ty was awesome and we thoroughly enjoyed the information he shared about the reservoir and surrounding area. The area is beautiful and we really enjoyed this kayaking trip!