iExplore Colorado Active(Trip #65414)

Tour Overview

Welcome to Colorado! We can only imagine what early pioneers thought when they first saw the Rocky Mountains, jutting into the heavens. After weeks of trekking across the prairie, they must have been stopped in their tracks by the sight! Come and explore Colorado on our 5-day active program. Enjoy an exciting rafting trip in the Rocky Mountains. Take a unique visit to a gold mine. Enjoy mountain biking and stay in a cozy cabin- complete with fireplace- next to the Continental Divide. Hike along mountain lakes and through pine forests. See Rocky Mountain National Park on the famous Trail Ridge Road and view herds of grazing elk and take in the majestic views. Discover the towns of Boulder and historic Golden as well as Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, the Coors Brewery, Lookout Mountain and Buffalo Bill’s grave. This unique adventure includes basically everything: all lodging, transportation, meals, equipment, drinks, snacks, park entrance fees and permits, and of course experienced CPR and first-aid trained certified guide.

Day by Day Itinerary

Seven night program:

Day 1: Denver, Colorado
Today a local iExplore Representative will pick you up at the Denver International Airport or your hotel in Denver for an exciting raft trip in the Rocky Mountains. Rafting trips at all levels are available from June to August. Note: After September rafting will be replaced with another activity such as mountain biking, rock climbing etc.

Your exciting raft adventure will be followed by a unique visit to a local gold mine and then dinner at a local microbrewery.

Spend the night in a hotel in the mountains.
Dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel in Evergreen

Day 2: Colorado
We drive deeper and higher into the mountains for a great mountain bike ride to our secluded log cabin located next to the Continental Divide at over 11,000 feet! This cabin is very cozy (yes, there is a fireplace!) and has basic accommodations with spectacular views.

Dinner tonight will be served at the cabin.

Note: the mountain biking is intermediate level with climbs and descents. If needed, the mountain biking can be replaced with hiking.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a cozy log cabin in the mountains

Day 3: Colorado
Today we climb to the top of the Continental Divide at over 13,000 feet. This is a strenuous hike but you will not need any climbing equipment. Summiting a mountain this high is simply unforgettable and awe-inspiring. Alternatively, we can also go on a beautiful and easier hike on the legendary Colorado Trail along mountain lakes and through pine forests.

After this thrilling experience, we jump on our mountain bikes to enjoy a great downhill to our next mountain log cabin, where dinner is served and we spend the night.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a cozy log cabin in the mountains

Day 4: Glenwood Springs
We continue our adventure with a beautiful drive through the mountains to the town of Glenwood Springs where we will visit an adventure park including a unique natural cave tour, and some mountain thrill rides.

We end the day by relaxing in the famous natural hot springs pools.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel in Glenwood Springs

Day 5: Glenwood Springs- Estes Park
A beautiful drive through the mountains will take you to Rocky Mountain National Park where we drive on the famous Trail Ridge Road (over 12,000 feet), view herds of grazing elk and admire the majestic views.

We stop and stretch our legs on a great hike along mountain lakes, waterfalls and stunning rock formations.

We spend the night in the mountain town of Estes Park where we stroll the shops and enjoy an elk of buffalo burger for dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel or 4* condo in Estes Park

Day 6: Estes Park- Boulder- Golden
After a brief visit to the university town of Boulder, we gear up for a memorable rock climbing experience this afternoon. This top-rope climb offers different routes from beginner to experienced.

Then, we cool off by tubing down a nearby stream.

We spend the night at a nice hotel in historic Golden.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel in Golden

Day 7: Golden- Depart Denver
We make our way back to Denver and visit a few local attractions along the way. Discover Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, the Coors Brewery, Lookout Mountain and Buffalo Bill’s grave.

You will be dropped off at your hotel in Denver or the Denver International Airport this afternoon.
Breakfast

Five night program:

Day 1: Arrive Denver, Colorado
Today a local iExplore Representative will pick you up at the Denver International Airport or your hotel in Denver for an exciting raft trip in the Rocky Mountains. Rafting trips at all levels are available from June to August. Note: After September rafting will be replaced with another activity such as mountain biking, rock climbing etc.

Your exciting raft adventure will be followed by a unique visit to a local gold mine and then dinner at a local microbrewery.

Spend the night in a hotel in the mountains.
Dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel in Evergreen

Day 2: Colorado
We drive deeper and higher into the mountains for a great mountain bike ride to our secluded log cabin located next to the Continental Divide at over 11,000 feet! This cabin is very cozy (yes, there is a fireplace!) and has basic accommodations with spectacular views.

Dinner tonight will be served at the cabin.

Note: the mountain biking is intermediate level with climbs and descents. If needed, the mountain biking can be replaced with hiking.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a cozy log cabin in the mountains

Day 3: Colorado
Today we climb to the top of the Continental Divide at over 13,000 feet. This is a strenuous hike but you will not need any climbing equipment. Summiting a mountain this high is simply unforgettable and awe-inspiring. Alternatively, we can also go on a beautiful and easier hike on the legendary Colorado Trail along mountain lakes and through pine forests.

After this thrilling experience, we jump on our mountain bikes to enjoy a great downhill to our next mountain log cabin, where dinner is served and we spend the night.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at a cozy log cabin in the mountains

Day 4: Estes Park
A beautiful drive through the mountains will take you to Rocky Mountain National Park where we drive on the famous Trail Ridge Road (over 12,000 feet), view herds of grazing elk and admire the majestic views.

We stop and stretch our legs on a great hike along mountain lakes, waterfalls and stunning rock formations.

We spend the night in the mountain town of Estes Park where we stroll the shops and enjoy an elk of buffalo burger for dinner
Overnight at a 3* hotel or 4* condo in Estes Park
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Estes Park- Depart Denver
We make our way back to Denver and visit a few local attractions along the way. Discover the towns of Boulder and historic Golden as well as Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, the Coors Brewery, Lookout Mountain and Buffalo Bill’s grave.

You will be dropped off at your hotel in Denver or the Denver International Airport this afternoon.
Breakfast

Departure Dates

Depart any day! Contact an iExplore Adventure Consultant for details.

Prices

2009
Seven night program
$3,495 per person, double occupancy, based on two persons traveling together.
$4,695 solo traveler.

Five night program
$2,395 per person, double occupancy, based on two persons traveling together.
$3,695 solo traveler.

Inclusions:
· Door to door transportation by van and 4X4 SUV including airport or hotel pick up and drop-off.
· Meals as indicated in the program.
· Accommodations as described in the program.
· Water, energy drinks and snacks.
· All equipment use (mountain bikes, helmets, sunscreen, hats etc.)
· CPR and First aid certified guide.
· All taxes, fees and permits.
· Spare clothes and accessories (limited availability)

Exclusions
· Airfare to/from Denver, Colorado.
· Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
· Drinks unless specified
· Airport taxes
· Travel insurance
· Gratuities

These trips are priced assuming two travelers. Surcharges for solo travelers and discounts for groups, if any, will be applied. Prices assume itinerary is purchased "as is". Minor changes to hotels or hotel add-ons to the beginning or the end of the existing itinerary can be made at no extra charge. Any customization requiring us to start with a new base itinerary will require a non-refundable upfront planning fee of $250 that is creditable towards the final trip price.

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Trip Information

WHAT TO BRING:

· Clothing for any weather condition. We suggest dry-fit t-shirts (short and long sleeve), a light windbreaker and fleeces. Avoid cotton clothing and heavy jackets. Layer your clothes. Due to frequent temperature changes layering makes it easy to quickly put clothes on or take them off as needed. Bring both comfortable long pants and shorts. Ideally pants that can be turned into shorts.
· Large and small backpacks. The large pack is easy for travel but you would have to carry it on your hikes. For a small fee we can rent a large backpack for you. A small backpack would be ideal for our daily activities. You can put personal items such as your wallet, water, snacks, sunscreen, chapstick, spare clothes etc. in it. Your guide will help you as much as possible with carrying your items. Small backpacks are available at no extra charge.
· The log cabins do require a sleeping bag. You can bring your own or rent one from us for a small fee.
· Accessories: hat/cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, chapstick, towel, personal hygiene items (soap, shampoo etc).
· Also carry your ID and insurance card with you.