Garden of the Gods & Pikes Peak Private Day Trip
Day Trip Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Denver to kick off this private day trip to two of the must-see sites in Colorado. Ready? Let's go!
First, we'll visit the Garden of the Gods, located 1 hour away from Denver. Once we reach this natural park that stretches over 1,000 acres (404 hectares), we'll start an easy 1-hour hike to discover its famous red sandstone rock formations up close.
During the hike, we'll explain the geological significance of this area in Colorado, as the origin of its formations dates back thousands of years, even before human existence. This site was also considered a spiritual place for the Ute native tribes.
Then, we'll take you to Manitou Springs, a picturesque mountain town, where we'll stop for 1 hour so you can enjoy a dish of the local cuisine on your own.
After lunch, we'll hike toward Pikes Peak, also known as America's Mountain, one of the most climbed peaks in the world. We'll dedicate 3 hours to exploring this stunning site until we reach its summit, 14,114 ft (4,302 m) tall.
Throughout our journey, we'll make several stops at the viewpoints to admire the breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains. In fact, these scenic views inspired the famous poem by Katherine Lee Bates, America the Beautiful, which was also used as lyrics for the renowned patriotic song of the same name.
Finally, we'll start our journey back to the starting point, where we'll say our goodbyes 8 to 9 hours after.
Hotel Pickup
Please note that pickup is included within a radius of 14 mi (24 km) of the center of Denver. If your hotel is outside this designated area, you must pay an additional fee of US$ 20 on-site.
More Information
Duration
8h 30m - 9h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Private and exclusive tour, nobody else will be in your group
Not included
Food and beverages
Admission to Pikes Peak: US$ 18 adults, US$ 8 children aged 6 to 15 and free for children under 6
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Adventurescenictoursofcolorado Corporate name: Adventure scenic tours of Colorado Registered Office: 1038 Brocade Drive, High Lands Ranch, United States Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 824436991 Contact information Email: bhatfield2@me.com Phone: 303-522-3944
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