Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Small Group Tour + Lunch
Overview
Explore towering alpine peaks, high-elevation tundra, abundant wildlife, and Colorado’s most celebrated national park—all in one expertly guided day. Begin in Boulder, framed by the iconic Flatirons, before traveling through the foothills to Estes Park, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Enjoy a stop at the historic Stanley Hotel before continuing into the park, where alpine forests and lakes, summer wildflowers, golden aspens in fall, and abundant wildlife create an ever-changing landscape. Watch for elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, moose, marmots, and other native species along the way. Your professional guide brings the scenery to life with engaging stories about the park’s history, geology, flora, and fauna. From scenic overlooks and alpine valleys to the heights of Trail Ridge Road, (in the winter, sections of road are closed, and we make alternative stops) experience sweeping Continental Divide views and dramatic alpine scenery before returning through the foothills.
What's Included
- Lunch Picnic lunch, sandwich, salad or other with chips
- Bottled water
- Small Group Transportation 15 Passenger Van
- National Park Entrance Fee (Foreign Visitor of $100 Not Included)
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Gratuities (15%-18% recommended)
- $100 Non US Citizen Entrance Fee - At the discretion of the National Park Service to check IDs (they haven't made a practice with tour operators)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Flatirons (pass by)
Boulder (pass by)
Lyons (pass by)
Chapel on the Rock
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Rocky Mountain National Park
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Trail Ridge Road
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Fall River Visitor Center
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Estes Park (pass by)
Chrysalis At the Stanley Hotel
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- **LUNCH INCLUDED** - This tour comes with a choice of a Turkey + Swiss, Turkey + Pepper Jack, Roast Beef + Provolone, Turkey & Roast Beef (no cheese), Tuna Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Gluten-Free Bar and Fruit. Please send us a message via [BRAND]/ [BRAND] with your lunch preference for all travelers in your group otherwise if we don't hear from you, a turkey sandwich will be provided.
- **MEETING LOCATION** - Colorado Convention Center, in front of Blue Bear sculpture
- Guests Ages 8+ No children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
- Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to weather conditions, an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
- This experience 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.
- Small group tour in 15 passenger van.
- Recommend clothing layers for cooler temperatures and inclement weather.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tout to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- For nearby Convention Center Parking visit spothero website and type in the Convention Center address 700 14th St
- This is an sightseeing tour, NOT a hiking tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (MST).
- 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.
- Lunch. Picnic lunch, sandwich, salad or other with chips.
- Bottled water.
- Small Group Transportation 15 Passenger Van.
- National Park Entrance Fee (Foreign Visitor of $100 Not Included).
- Professional Driver/Guide.
- Gratuities (15%-18% recommended).
- $100 Non US Citizen Entrance Fee - At the discretion of the National Park Service to check IDs (they haven't made a practice with tour operators).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Small Group Tour + Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Small Group Tour + Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchPicnic lunch, sandwich, salad or other with chips
- Bottled water
- Small Group Transportation 15 Passenger Van
- National Park Entrance Fee (Foreign Visitor of $100 Not Included)
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Gratuities (15%-18% recommended)
- $100 Non US Citizen Entrance Fee - At the discretion of the National Park Service to check IDs (they haven't made a practice with tour operators)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- **LUNCH INCLUDED** - This tour comes with a choice of a Turkey + Swiss, Turkey + Pepper Jack, Roast Beef + Provolone, Turkey & Roast Beef (no cheese), Tuna Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Gluten-Free Bar and Fruit. Please send us a message via Viator/Tripadvisor with your lunch preference for all travelers in your group otherwise if we don't hear from you, a turkey sandwich will be provided.
- **MEETING LOCATION** - Colorado Convention Center, in front of Blue Bear sculpture
- Guests Ages 8+ No children under 8 unless it has been authorized by tour operator.
- Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to weather conditions, an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
- This experience 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.
- Small group tour in 15 passenger van.
- Recommend clothing layers for cooler temperatures and inclement weather.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please contact us prior to your tout to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- For nearby Convention Center Parking visit spothero website and type in the Convention Center address 700 14th St
- This is an sightseeing tour, NOT a hiking tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
