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1626 Wazee St #2A, Denver, CO 80202, USA

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Denver’s go-to for small-group hiking days to Rocky Mountain National Park and Red Rocks. Local guides handle timed entries and trail selection, keeping things safe and scenic. Consistently praised by travelers and local publications.

https://www.aspire-tours.com/tours/rocky-mountain-national-park-hiking-tour
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Thomas Cullinane

Google
Honesty superb - cannot recommend enough. I did the Red Rock & Beyond tour, hosted by Aaron. Aaron was absolutely fantastic; so much knowledge, incredibly engaging and full of fantastic recommendations. The tour itself gives you plenty of time at Red Rock & lookout mountain. Golden was an absolute highlight and Aaron's knowledge of its local spots was much appreciated. The time you are driving is spent through stunning scenery and again, Aaron had so much knowledge of anything & everything on the route.

Scott Stevens

Google
RMNP is amazing and Jerry our guide provided an awesome tour. He was very knowledgeable of the history and geography during the entire trip from Denver all the way through the park. We were lucky enough to see a bull elk, several cow elk and the highlight of the tour, two separate bull moose. I recommend bringing binoculars if you have them, but Jerry had a pair for the group to use to see wildlife at a distance. Our family thoroughly enjoyed this guided trip.

Jenna Turner

Google
What a special trip we had through the Rocky Mountains! Jason made us feel like family from the very start with his genuine character. There wasn’t a moment that we weren’t laughing, learning, or being serenaded. We had beautiful summer sunshine and Jason made sure we spotted as much wildlife as possible. On top of that, he was a cautious and careful driver which is much appreciated considering the terrain. I’m glad we went with Aspire Tours and I’m double glad we had Jason as our guide!

Lauren Wychowski

Google
We had the BEST time on our Rocky Mountain National Park Tour. Rico was an amazing tour guide. He was so fun, funny and informative. He made sure to fit in all of the best sites and pointing out all of the animals. The lunch provided was also high quality and delicious. I didn’t want the tour to end because it was so much fun. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Denver area and wanting to see the park.

ashley young

Google
We had such a great time hiking Rocky Mountain National Park with Aspire! Our guide Rico was super friendly, really informative, and made the whole experience fun and easygoing. Bonus points for his awesome playlist too—it definitely added to the vibe. Overall such a positive day, and we’d 100% do another tour with Aspire!

Jenny D

Google
My husband and I recently went to the Red rocks hike and Jerry (our tour guide) was so friendly and helpful that we sign up for a second tour the next day. The Red rocks tour is a great hiking trail for beginners and it was beautiful. Our second tour was the National Park hike and that was breathtaking. Jerry was a wonderful tour guide (he made sure we have a bit of history, comedy and everything in between). Definitely book with them and ask for Jerry next year!😁

Eun Jin Son

Google
Visiting Boulder for the first time for a conference and had one day to spare. Tried to plan a day at the Rockies to experience the nature IN IT, and not on a bus. Had to consider limited time, uncertainty of how my body will react to the altitudes, the efforts needed to rent a car, parking, national park entrance reservation, and so many trails to choose from. With luck, I found Aspire tours, and convinced a friend to join me on the hiking tour. With even more luck, Gentry was our amazing guide! Thank you so much for leading a very mixed group of 11 to the Gem Lake with ease. If you have only one day, and if you are too busy to plan a hiking day ahead, trust Gentry and the Aspire for their expertise. Would recommend for all traveling to Denver on business to try to make a day available just for this trip. Yes, a little hard to breathe when you are from the sea level, but Gentry let us have mini breaks to gather ourselves without boring the fast hikers. She has incredible knowledge about geology and was kind to explain so much with easy words :) Sandwiches and cookies were so yummy after the hike. With Gentry, you will be in the best hands! Thank you so much!

Rachel Phelps

Google
Fabulous day! My family took a Red Rocks/Breckenridge day trip. We could not have asked for a better day. Our guide Rico went above and beyond to make the day complete. He actually found snow in June for my son…. Lots of wonderful history and information. We highly recommend Aspire Tours! Next time in Denver, we will book another tour for sure!
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Debbie K.

Yelp
We had a fantastic tour of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak with Jason! He was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, polite, and made the whole day easy and enjoyable. We loved all the photo opportunities and appreciated how professional yet approachable he was throughout the trip. Highly recommend this experience!
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Jaclyn T.

Yelp
Adam was our guide. We did the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour. This was my first tour like this and I was not sure what to expect. This was a birthday treat to explore the Rocky Mountains and it was so worth it! The Rocky Mountain National park requires timed entries and to have it booked way further in advance so this was a way that we could get up to the mountain while we were in the area. We also went into the entrance from the Estes park side which has a shorter wait time. We were met in Boulder with an AWD van and 12 of us ready to set on our adventure. We drove through Lyons, Estes and then up into the park. Adam heroicly drove us up a 9.4 miles unpaved road called Old Fall River road that led to Trail ridge road, which is 48 miles and has some steep dropoffs. We drove all the way up to 12,200 feet to be able to see Longs peak. My favorite visitor center was the Alpine visitor center 11,796 elevation. It was so nice having someone familiar with the wildlife and area to show us around and answer all of our questions. He said that we may see some wildlife and we saw wildlife everywhere. If Adam did not give us timelimits at each stop we would not have seen as much as we did. It was an all-day tour, but I can see how you would need several days to see everything that we did so efficiently. Our group had some adventurerers so he even dropped some of us off to do some other mini-hikes along the way. One of my favorite hikes was to Chasm falls. We saw a Taninger bird. multiple Elk, deer, A momma moose, and a baby moose. I would do a tour like this again and recommend it to friends. I like how Adam had the group introduce ourselves and we became friends along the way. The fun group added to the experience. Adam also helped to take pictures along the way. Thank you for a great birthday month
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Joy T.

Yelp
We had a fabulous time going on the "Red Rocks and Beyond" tour with our guide Aaron L. Our time in Denver was limited and we had originally booked a Rocky Mountain National Park tour, but due to inclement weather and bad road conditions it was cancelled. I really appreciate how Aspire was super flexible and let us do a last-minute change to Red Rocks so we could still do a tour while in Colorado, and how seriously Aspire takes safety (plus with white out conditions it would have been impossible to see what we came for). Aaron was an incredible guide! We spotted some wildlife and he made extra stops so we could see. He also provided the history of Denver and the surrounding area so we learned a lot. At the end of the trip he provided lots of great local recommendations so we were able to top off our visit with excellent Mexican cuisine. He's so knowledgeable about the area and is able to tailor to everyone's preferences. We hope to return and have Aaron take us to Rocky Mountain next time
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Frank K.

Yelp
My Son and I took a full day tour, with a pick up in Boulder, of Rocky Mountain National Park. It was a small group and our tour guide, Jared, was excellent, very informative, relaxing, and a nice sense of humor too. We saw everything we wanted to, including some highly desirable Rocky Mountain Sheep, families of Elk, and a Marmot! I would highly recommend Jared and Aspire Tours!!
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Rachelle C.

Yelp
We did the half day Rocky Mountain tour. Our guide Amber was amazing! Not only did she navigate traffic very well but grew up in the area so she is very knowledgeable for all things Denver. When they say bring layers.....bring layers! I forgot my jacket at the hotel room and although it was 82 degrees when they picked us up from Union station once we got up into the mountains it was 49 and windy!! We made 3 stops on our tour. The last one being in Idaho springs where there is a town with pedestrian roads to walk down that had tourist shops and food, ice cream, coffee or beer! We spent about an hour there before heading back. I would def recommend taking this tour, it was the perfect amount of time.
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Janet R.

Yelp
We decided to do the half day Rocky Mountain Escape tour and we're so happy we did. Firstly, our guide, Sarah, was amazing! She is passionate about nature and was super knowledgeable. She was the BEST guide! There were only 13 of us on this bus, so it was kind of intimate. Sarah shared her knowledge on so many different topics. The tour itself was very interesting and fun. Excellent views and interesting stops. My only complaint is that the rows were three across, so half the couples couldn't sit together. Otherwise, we highly recommend this tour.
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Donna G.

Yelp
Even though today was a rainy, cold day in Denver, we had an enjoyable bus tour with Nick as our driver/guide. There was limited visibility because of condensation. Nick was very knowledgeable & entertaining. Denver sure has a lot to offer. One suggestion would be to equip buses/drivers with towels/cloths to clean windows. A bigger suggestion: Aspire needs to get into the hop-on/hop-off bus tours business. We have used this concept in many U.S. cities. Thank you, Nick, for a great tour.
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Ellen M.

Yelp
We had a wonderful full-day tour to the Rocky Mountains led by Gentry. She was knowledgeable like a native, upbeat, friendly and had all the logistics down perfectly. Unfazed by various weather possibilities, she took our small group to places most hikers didn't venture to like Mill Lake. She knew how to bypass long lines, how to efficiently navigate to our trailhead and keep us together. We would definitely recommend this tour for anyone who loves the outdoors and can hike over uneven and rocky terrain (possibly wet) for at least 4 miles. You'll see gorgeous views and not have to worry about a thing. They provide transportation, entry passes, lunch, snacks, and extra water. Gentry also let us borrow her personal hats and gloves for the cold weather!

Rich G.

Yelp
Aaron was awesome. He took us on a great hike to a waterfall in Rocky Mountain National Park. Entertaining and very knowledgeable.

Jonathan C.

Yelp
Did the Rocky Mountain tour (not the hiking one) in July. Prep: probably don't need much in the way of prep for July. You can bring water, though we made several stops where you can buy beverages or drink from a water fountain. Clothing: maybe be prepared for rain, though it usually doesn't rain here. During summer, a light jacket or sweater can be useful. The coldest spot we visited was about 70 F with high winds. At the time, it was about 95 F in Denver. The air is noticeably thinner up there, so the tour might not be a good idea if you have health issues. Pick-up was in front of Union Station in Denver at 9 am (at the flagpole at Wynkoop and 17th). There were 13 tourists in the group. We made several stops: Lyons, CO Sheep Lakes Rainbow Curve Forest Canyon Overlook Hidden Valley Ranger Station Alluvial Fan Trailhead Fall River Visitor Center / Rocky Mountain Gateway Each stop was around 15-30 minutes. Sights: passed by the Stanley Hotel; a few small lakes, from a distance; a cascade waterfall; some animals. The animals I saw were: a moose, a few herds of elk, and a marmot. According to the tour guide, other animals that are sometimes seen include: bears, wolves, regular deer, coyotes, mountain lions, bighorn/mountain sheep. There didn't seem to be any danger from the animals. Picnic lunch: sandwiches from Sprouts Farmers Market. No hiking is necessary, though it's best if you can do a mile of walking. If you like longer hikes, this isn't a good tour for you. I had no cellular service for most of the tour. There's Wi-Fi in a few places. Highest point was about 12,200 feet. Back in Denver at 5:10 pm.
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Alyssa S.

Yelp
We did the Pike's Peak/ Garden of the Gods Tour with Jerry and the Rocky Mountain National Park Tour with Nick. We had the best 2 days. Both guides were incredible and so knowledgeable. Go meet these guys and see the beautiful Colorado.
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Marci L.

Yelp
The best!! My dad was in town for Christmas and wanted to do a tour. I've lived here a number of years and thought he'd enjoy a tour that included Red Rocks. Wow wow wow were we ever in for a treat. Ty was such a wonderful tour guide, and my goodness, so knowledgeable! We were with a wonderful group of individuals on the tour as well. A Saturday well spent; I'll never forget it, thanks Ty!

Meg C.

Yelp
Our Rocky Mountain National Park Tour with Jared was amazing! He was incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and funny and made our day an adventure to remember! There were 11 in our group, and Jared made sure everyone felt welcomed and included. We knew from the beginning that it was his mission to ensure that we saw all the wonders the park had to offer, including all the animals, and he succeeded in every way! We saw elk, Rams, mule deer, marmots, Prairie dogs, turkeys, and even a family of ducks! And the park itself is breathtaking! Wonderful experience all around.
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Camille C.

Yelp
I did the Hiking Adventure at Rocky National Park. Aspire Tours definitely did amazing. Jerry was our tour guide and he was very knowledgeable about the trail. He was very patient with everyone in the group. We were able to see a lot of wild life and was able to see a breathtaking view. I was a great way to experience Colorado. I will definitely book this tour again when I come visit.

Rachel W.

Yelp
Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape Outstanding tour with guide Genevieve - tour: Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape. It was a beautiful day, and it was perfect for seeing the mountains, lakes, and more. The group was small (only three, including myself), so it truly felt customized not only in what we saw but how long we stayed at each location, which was perfect. Genevieve was one of the best guides I have ever had - very personable as well. Indeed, it was an amazing time!
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Guyane V.

Yelp
Did the Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape ~4 hour tour and it was amazing! Our tour guide, Steve, was amazing. He was super knowledgeable, explained about so many different things and we got to see many cool places and views. He was friendly, kind, and didn't hesitate to help in any way or help take photos. He was a great photographer! Going up to the mountains was wonderful and there was still snow. Would highly recommend this tour, especially if you're short on time, but are in the Denver area and want to get to visit the Rockies.
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Amy N.

Yelp
Our tour guide, Christian, did an awesome job as we went up through the Rockies for the day. Even with a lot of cloud cover from rain, he was able to take us to Sprague Lake and other areas to make up for not being able to see the actual Rocky Mountains. You won't regret choosing Aspire Tours!
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Jena A.

Yelp
The Half Day Rocky Mountain Escape tour was everything we could have asked for. Our tour guide Nicole was very knowledgeable and paid great attention to the weather so we were able to see some snow caps on the cloudy day!
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Vanessa S.

Yelp
Our tour guide Jeff was amazing! He was so welcoming and accommodating. He is very knowledgeable about all areas and we had a lot of discussions on our drive into the rocky mountain National Park. He gave us so much information and plenty of time at each stop to explore. He had a lot of great recommendations for food and made sure everyone was comfortable and warm in the van . I highly recommend this guided tour and ask for Jeff ! Truly the highlight of our trip.

Lauren C.

Yelp
The Rocky Mountain Park Summer tour from Denver was totally worth it... money well spent. We drove through Boulder, Lyons, Estes Park, and then peaked at 12,200 feet in Rocky Mountain National Park. We saw wildlife, visited waterfalls, drove along trail ridge road and viewed the continental divide. Wildlife included a yellow-bellied marmot, two herds of elk, and a meerkat. Lunch was delicious deli turkey sandwiches and cookies at a picnic table in the park. Our guide was friendly, courteous, funny, and very knowledgeable.
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Bella L.

Yelp
My friends and I did the Half Day Rockies Trip and honestly it is one of the most memorable days of the trip. The meeting spot was very easy to find right next to Union Station. Our tour guide was amazing and knew so much about the history of Denver and all of the different spots he took us to. He had extra waters in the van as well incase we ran our. We went to 3 spots and all 3 had amazing views. Total the trip was about 5 hours with driving snd free time at each spot. Definitely book this if you are hesitant. It is worth the 80$ because you get the transportation included. Great day!

barbara m.

Yelp
I did 2 tours with Aspire in the 1 week I was in Colorado and I had a wonderful time. The first was on June 13th to go to Garden of Gods and Pikes Peak (a piece of advice though, if you're not used to elevation and altitude pressure, let your body settle for 48 hours before attempting going on top of a mountain which is more than 14,000 feet high. I booked the tour in advance and did it the day after I've arrived, and altitude sickness is really a thing.) Regardless our tour guide was Gentry and she was super fun and knowledgeable. Her enthusiasm in making people discovering parts of Colorado is contagious and I had a wonderful time with her. The 2nd was on June 18th and my pickup was in Boulder. It was the full day to Rocky Mountain National Park and our tour guide was Rico. He clearly adores going up to the park and the mountains in general and it was great to hear him sharing his passion. RMNP is beautiful and I also recommend this tour which gives you a very good introduction to it.

Steve G.

Yelp
Aaron was outstanding. He guided our hike perfectly and added history, perspective and even a bit of poetry. He clearly has passion for Colorado nature and he shared it with all of us. From choosing the right hike at Rocky Mountain National Park to getting us all back to Denver safe and sound, Aaron was the best! The tour had just the right amount of people. The transportation was comfortable and appeared to be new. Lunch was delicious. 5 stars for sure! Steve G, Chicago.

Kay Y.

Yelp
We had a fantastic trip to pikes peak with Jerry S He was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable and very friendly and looked out for all of his passengers.

James D.

Yelp
My wife and I flew to Denver to watch some baseball but since I had never been to Colorado, we also decided we needed to see the mountains and chose Aspire's four hour trip to Red Rocks Amp and Lookout Mountain along with some historic stops in the city. We were not disappointed. Coming from Ohio where there are no mountains, the sights of the Rockies were breathtaking and the knowledge about the area from our guides Jerry and Gable made the experience all the better. And those guides were extremely friendly and hospitable. I'd recommend Aspire to anyone who wants to enjoy their Denver experience.
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Tammie V.

Yelp
My daughter and I signed up for a tour to explore Red Rocks/ Mount Evans Summit and a few local towns. We had all types of weather sunny/ rain/ sleet & snow - unbelievable!! Our tour guide was Chris - he was GREAT a true 5 star experience. He told us history , local facts and trivia and kept us entertained during a very white knuckle drive up & down the mountain in crazy weather. I was shocked by no guard rails and how steep and curving the road was to the top! I will post some fun photo's check out his tours! We are 125% glad we did.

Bob M.

Yelp
We had a wonderful full day tour of the Rocky Mountains. Our guide Rico was very knowledgeable and explained so many geological features, animal life and plant life in the Rocky's. Always gave us enough time to explore. We were fortunate to have seen a Bald eagle, Mule deer's and several herds of Elk. We unfortunately did not see any Moose. The scenery was breathtaking and walking on a frozen lake took me back to my teenage adventures. This is the second time in 3 years that I took this tour and it wasn't stale.
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Nancy G.

Yelp
Aaron was a great tour he was witty and made the tour educational and fun. He made sure we made the best of every stop. my daughter really appreciate the time he took to them to the waterfall and he thought he was cool. He gave us excellent recommendations for every stop in addition to Denver must do's . Both him and Izzy were very friendly and engaging. definitely recommend this tour to Rocky Mountains .
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Mindy C.

Yelp
What a great day with Jacob/Aspire! This was our first trip to Denver and we only had a day to see what the city was all about. This tour was perfect. Jacob showed us several great neighborhoods, a tour of the capitol, lunch in the RINO district, a tour of the red rock amphitheater and more. Jacob was so knowledgeable and was always making sure everyone was comfortable. This tour helped us know what we want to see and do on our next trip to Denver!

Allison W.

Yelp
This was an amazing 1/2 day tour! We stopped in the quaint mountain town of Idaho Springs and had the best spiked cider. Then rode on to some of the most beautiful views of the mountains! Our tour guide, Jacob, made the tour even better! His knowledge of the area and love for Colorado wildlife and history added to our already awesome experience!! Highly recommend!
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Kyle H.

Yelp
Hannah was an amazing tour guide that allowed us to experience the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park to its fullest. We saw moose, elk, deer, smaller mammals, ducks and other birds, as well as gorgeous mountains. We learned all about the wildlife and the plantlife. Hannah did an amazing job of curating the tour to pack as much value into the time we had allotted to us. Would definitely do another tour with Aspire and Hannah again.
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Lizardo C.

Yelp
Hannah was wonderful guide and made the experience fantastic! Recommend to anyone visiting Denver. You won't be disappointed.
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Mimi M.

Yelp
My son and I went on the Discover Rocky Mountain Day trip last week and it was amazing. We both enjoyed the views, the stops and the little hikes we did. Since it was just the two of us, I didn't want to go through the hassle of renting a car and driving though the Rockies on our own. The only downside is that being a group tour, you are kinda tied to what the tour guide has planned instead of being able to choose where you'd wanna stop along the way. I was really hoping we would have stopped at one of the lakes even for just a quick photo op. Nevertheless it was a great tour. Our guide Aaron is very knowledgeable, really nice, and so respectful.
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L H.

Yelp
We took a tour of the Rocky Mountain National Park with Kyle. We were picked up from Union Station by the flag pole. There was good communication about the tour pick up being late because of the snowfall at that night. The van was new, comfortable and clean. Kyle was a safe driver and the drip went smoothly despite the snowfall. Kyle is an avid hiker and well traveled. He lives locally and is a wealth of knowledge with regard so the park, and local sites, restaurants on the tour and the city of Denver. He joined up with us on the light hikes around the park. Cheerful, upbeat, and fun. Really made the day a wonderful memory. Thanks Kyle ! Would definitively book again with Aspire in the future.
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Ashley B.

Yelp
During an accidentally solo trip to Denver recently, I decided to take the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour. The price was a little high, but I didn't quite realize it was a full day tour with an included lunch. Add in the transportation and exceptional guide, and this was well worth the price. Brendan was our guide and you could tell he lives and breathes this stuff. He was energetic, enthusiastic, and very funny. I snagged the front seat and he provided excellent conversation between stops when he wasn't telling us the history of whatever sight we were passing. The tour itself was perfect for me--we stopped at various points of interest, had some time to wander around and take pictures, and then hopped back on the shuttle to the next stop. I'm not a big hiker, so this was just the right amount for me. You get to see incredible views without needing to be in tip top shape. If you want to see the rockies in all their glory but don't want to walk to much or rent a car, this is the tour for you! I'll definitely check it out again the next time I'm in town!
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Nanci-Nanciele M.

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We went on the Rocky Mountain National Park tour today and our amazing tour guide was Lindsey. This is an 8 hour long tour but it is a must do if your ever in Denver and have a day to spare, you want to use it for this trip/tour. We meet at 9am at the Union Station flagpole and drive to Boulder City. We did not stop there as there was no one who purchased a tour to pick up from that location. Lindsey was very knowledgeable and friendly. She told us lots of interesting historical facts along our trip. First stop was in Lyons where we could choose to buy something from the grocery store or a local coffee shop. We chose the grocery store, can I just tell you they sold the best orange, cranberry and white chocolate scone I have ever tried! So fresh and sweet but not overly sweet. We then stopped at Lily lake which was beyond beautiful and very serene. Next stop was where we ate lunch. The sandwich's that are provided to you for the tour are delicious! I just new they would be gross prepackaged sandwiches like you find in a vending machine or a gas station but thankfully I was wrong! They are on good multigrain wheat bread, fresh deli turkey meat, provolone cheese, lettuce and tomato. They give you packages of mayonnaise and mustard to put on yourself so they are not soggy. They are actually from Sprouts stores. Next stop was the tundra, very high up! It is above the tree lines which is where trees stop growing at about 11,000 feet. After that we went to a souvenir shop then headed back. We saw several deer and a few elks along the side of the road. Lindsey was a excellent tour guide and if you go on a tour you should ask if you can be in her van, because she is the best!
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Candace L.

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Spent an amazing day in Boulder CO with our guides Aaron Landau and Clyde Ault. From hotel pick up to the beer at Vision Quest Micro Brewery, our private tour was the bomb! Aaron and Clyde were so fun to be with, knew all about the local ecosystems, wildlife and history of the area. They were accommodating to any special requests and very safe drivers.
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Cela G.

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I can't remember our tour guides name :( I booked a trip thru Viator which was a big mistake since it was cheaper if you book directly with them. I visited Mt Evans and I loved it!!! We met at the union station where we checked in and got in the van. The van was very spacious and comfortable. There was plenty of room for all 11 of us. There were car charger plugs in the seats to charge ur phone. The tour lasted about 8hrs and we made multiple stop along the way to be able to acclimate. We saw lots and lots of animals and breathtaking scenery. Our lunch, a sandwich and chips was from Whole Foods I believe. Our tour guide was awesome he gave us interesting facts about leimer square and red rocks as he drove. This tour included a stop at red rocks and a small town to grab some coffee. Once at the top of Mt Evans we were given plenty of time to hike and take pictures but it was FREEZING so make sure you take sweaters and layer up!!!!
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Jody K.

Yelp
Great experience with Stephanie. She was very knowledgeable. Red Rocks and Beyond was a great first day Denver tour. It informed you of different places to visit during your stay.
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Rodger S.

Yelp
We had a wonderful day in Rocky Mountain National Park, largely due to our Aspire Tours guide. Ryan was highly personable & professional, plus he was remarkably knowledgeable about the park & Colorado & nature in general. Another huge plus was that he tailored our trip to our interests & physical abilities. Also, he found us a MOOSE!
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Rosie C.

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We did the Rocky Mountain National Park Tour in mid-August and it was amazing! We had Jenna as our driver and she was top notch. She was a wonderful guide and would highly recommend this tour to anyone. Jenna went the extra mile to let us see spectacular views and was an all around fantastic guide. They're the best, thanks for making our first time visit so memorable. I loved the small group set up. My only feedback is to provide food twice. We had a sandwich at 11 am and didn't get back to Denver until 5 pm. We were hungry by 3/4 p.m. I would suggest providing a light snack. Other than that like I've said, wonderful tour.
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Kimberly C.

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What a wonderful experience with Aspire Tours today. I did the Rocky Mountain National Park tour. Our tour guide, Mitchell, was awesome. So informative and knowledgeable. He took us to so many gorgeous places and provided tons of information along the way. The park is spectacular and felt utterly surreal being in such wondrous surroundings. I'm so happy with the experience we had. The van was clean, comfortable and on time. Mitchell was courteous and professional.

Chasetopher F.

Yelp
Jacob was our bus captain for the half day Rocky Mountain Tour. The views were slappin and his knowledge was not lackin. Very beautiful and I'm not just talking about Jacob. Be prepared with rain jacket and umbrella just in case you start crying from all the beautiful sights.
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Kiara J.

Yelp
Great tour! Hannah was our tour guide and she did an amazing job taking us through the trail and sharing the history of Denver/Boulder/Estes. Would definitely recommend if you want to hike in the national park but need a tour guide. Easy pickup/drop off from Union Station downtown.

Michelle R.

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My husband & I were fortunate to spend our 40th wedding anniversary in Colorado. We were also fortunate to schedule a tour to Rocky Mountain National Park with Aspire Tours. We opted for the full day tour & so glad we did. The van picked us up at the flag pole Union Station ~ and we were greeted in a timely & organized fashion by Christian who was our tour guide for the day. He was very friendly, professional & eager to make our day enjoyable. He was thoughtful & inquired immediately about anyone having any possible issues in regards to hearing him speak. He also made sure to let everyone know he had water to refill our water bottles. Reminded us all to stay hydrated for the day. Christian offered up great facts, stories, & answered all our questions in regards to RMNP & the Colorado area. He was genuine & made us all feel welcome & comfortable. We saw amazing views, some local wildlife & had a lovely picnic lunch. The cost of the tour included our sandwiches. Christian even popped a tablecloth out onto the picnic table. Everyone had ample time at each stop, lots of photo opportunities as well. The tour made seeing Rocky Mountain National Park so easy as we didn't have to worry about the drive. (I am sure the roads can be tricky & required concentration) I definitely saw many advantages to letting Aspire Tours & Christian show us the beauty of the Park. Plus the price was reasonable for this outing. We finished our tour day feeling like we had made some great acquaintances & would book other tours with Aspire in the future. Of course we would request Christian as our guide too! If you're considering this tour ... don't hesitate ,it was the WAY TO GO.

Frank R.

Yelp
Tour Date: August 8, 2023. A stress free way to see one of the most beautiful areas in the USA. Our guide, Christian, who quickly became a friend, was the ultimate host !! He was extremely informative, catered to everyone's needs and was one of the safest drivers I have ever rode with. Didn't see much of the wildlife, but it is a hit or miss at any time. During our tour Christian would check with others at break areas of any sightings. So forget the rental car, making reservations at the park, and the traffic. Aspire Tours makes it simple and enjoyable !
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Ria D.

Yelp
Can I say that Jed and this tour was pretty awesome? The pick up area was easy to find. They call if you don't show up on time. They have awesome tour guides like Jed. Jed was filled with so much information that it made the hubs stay quiet the whole trip, well almost. The great thing about the half day tour was that it was a small group of people. We drove out to Red Rocks and was able to explore for a little bit. Not enough time for a hike but enough time to walk around, take pictures and go through the gift shop. Then we headed over to Evergreen and got to walk around the shops and even to the frozen lake. We saw some people fishing and just chilling on the frozen lake. Jed gave us so much information on the way to each location that it was pretty cool to learn so much about Colorado and Denver history. We ended up looking at bison as well and man, those animals are huge. We finally ended up at Lookout point or mountain, I don't remember. But it was where Buffalo Bill's grave was. We took some time looking at the grave, the scenery and the gift shop. Finally we made our way down the mountain and saw some deer and the Coors distillery in the distant. We got back at a decent hour so we had enough time to do other things during the day. Overall, it was a fun short tour and it was great learning about Denver/Colorado history from Jed and seeing a small portion of the cool stuff Denver has to offer.

Katherine V.

Yelp
Went on a day tour with Elsa to Garden of the Gods and then to Pikes Peak. She was so friendly and kind, very welcoming and informative. Highly recommend taking a tour with her, very accommodating and fun!!

Eos K.

Yelp
Aspire tour made everything easy, I kinda decided last minute that I would rather join a tour to the Rocky Mountains than going to a conference everyday, so I just booked online and got confirmation immediately. Instructions/ meeting point and time were clear from the confirmation email. Steve was my tour guide for the sightseeing tour. He is every knowledgeable about Denver and Rocky Mountains, also very helpful and attentive. He made sure everyone is comfortable and was very clear about pickup times/ food and toilets availability along the road - basic but important. He made sure everyone is having fun - always helping to take pics/ pointing out Elk and Deer and stopped for us to see in person/ people have enough time to play with snow! Overall very pleasant with the whole experience and would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a tour in Denver/ area around!