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10-Nights Colorado Active Adventure from $4,150
Trafalgar
OFFER ID 1471453
Colorado Active Adventure
Crafted for hikers and high-altitude fans, this Active Adventure through Colorado National Parks and beyond is the perfect top-of-the-world vacation with canyon and mountain views only fellow hikers get to see. From wildflowers and rafting to magnificent peaks and local flavors.
Dining Summary
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Palisade: Connect with Locals during a Be My Guest lunch at Talbott’s Cider Company in Palisades. This sixth-generation family business will be your host, and a family member will be sharing insights into life on a farm before a cider tasting.
- Mesa Verde National Park: Visit the Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum, one of the oldest in the National Park Service and get an illustrating view of the Ancestral Puebloan life and a chance to discover prehistoric artifacts, a chronology of Ancestral Puebloan culture, and other items related to the park.
- Mesa Verde National Park: Catch amazing views at the overlooks in Mesa Verde of Spruce Tree House, the third largest and best preserved cliff dwelling in the park.
- Silverton: A secluded town that sits at 9,318 feet, Silverton is the perfect combination of supreme natural beauty and magnificent Victorian charm.
- Ouray: Visit Ouray, a mountain town at almost 8,000 feet elevation in a river valley, surrounded by the snow-capped San Juan Mountains. In the afternoon you will have the chance to enjoy their many hiking options.
- Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park: The beauty of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is something one simply doesn’t forget. You’ll marvel at the overwhelming vastness of the canyon as you tackle a moderate one-mile nature trail along the rim of the canyon. It’s relatively flat leaving you free to soak up the fresh fragrance of the pinyon pine and sagebrush while enjoying the views of the river and sheer canyon walls.
- Colorado National Monument: Start the day early today to take advantage of the cooler hours of the day for some incredible hiking and activity options: hike Independence Monument Loop or Dinosaur Hill Trailhead or arrange for mountain biking or horseback riding.
- Fruita: As you approach Colorado National Monument, stop at the Saddlehorn Visitor Center which houses a great exhibition on the history of the monument and the spectacular landscape it encompasses.
- Glenwood Springs: Traverse through scenic Glenwood Canyon, a 12.5 mi (20 km) canyon on the Colorado River in western Colorado.
- Breckenridge: This mountain town is culturally rich and historically significant, with a Victorian flare that pays homage to the mining spirit of Breckenridge’s past. This Rocky Mountain gem has something for everyone, especially for lovers of all things outdoors.
- Rocky Mountain National Park: Drive at 12,183 feet on Trail Ridge Road and cut through the heart of Rocky Mountain National Park.
- Rocky Mountain National Park: The Alpine Visitor Center is the highest facility of its kind in the National Park Service. Visit this this center in the sky and experience sweeping views of the valleys below, along with access to the alpine tundra in Rocky Mountain National Park a short alpine-tundra trail that makes you feel like you're on top of the world!
- Rocky Mountain National Park: Spend the afternoon exploring the many trails at Rocky Mountain National Park.
- Rocky Mountain National Park: Join a private presentation from an ambassador of the Northern Colorado Wildlife Center and learn the importance of wildlife conservation while supporting environmental education programs.
- : Explore Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum inside Mesa Verde National Park
- : View Cliff Palace Overlook, and Spruce Tree House
- : Visit Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Breckenridge, Grand Junction, Palisades, Vail, Estes Park
- : Scenic Drive Million Dollar Highway, Colorado National Monument Rim Rock Drive, Glenwood Canyon, and Trail Ridge Road
- : Hike Mesa Verde National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado National Monument and trails in the Rocky Mountains
- Ouray: Take advantage of the hot springs during a stay at the Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs. Offering scenic views right next to Million Dollar Highway, it is the perfect mountain getaway.
- Colorado River: Take on a Colorado River Rafting experience with an introduction to white water rafting along with a river-side lunch and natural hot springs at certain water flows.
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- : All transport and transfers shown
- : Optional Experiences and free time
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- All transport and transfers shown
- Optional Experiences and free time
10 nights from $4,150 per person
Trafalgar Tours: Colorado Active Adventure
Day 1 - Welcome To Durango
Welcome to Durango! Your Active Colorado tour begins in this historic former mining town where you can stretch your legs or find a spot along the Animas River to rest up before kick-starting your adrenalin-filled journey at a Welcome Reception where you’ll get to know your Travel Director and fellow adventurers.
Accommodations: The Strater
Meals: Welcome Reception
Day 2 - Follow The Trails Of Mesa Verde National Park
Combine history and hiking – at Mesa Verde, a UNESCO-listed treasure where you’ll see surreal structures carved into sandstone thousands of years ago. Take a walk along Point Lookout Trail where you’ll be rewarded with stunning views, then grab a bite to eat before an afternoon of culture within the Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum. There’s time to view Spruce Tree House before choosing your next hike, then spend the evening as you wish.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - The Million Dollar Highway To Ouray
Today you’ll head to the charming Victorian-style Silverton, the start of the Million Dollar Highway. Marvel at the scenery along this dramatic stretch of road to Ouray, a tiny treasure in the heart of the snow-capped mountains. It’s an excellent base for hiking options for this afternoon. The perfect place to unwind is in the balmy mineral waters of tonight’s Stays With Stories overnight.
Accommodations: Twin Peaks Lodge
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - Explore The Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
For two million years the Gunnison River has sculpted a vertical wilderness which you’ll experience on your Rim Rock Trail hike. Later, travel to Talbott’s Cider Company and Connect With Locals for a fantastic Be My Guest experience, a sixth-generation family business where your host, a family member, will share life on a farm before a cider tasting, lunch and a browse at the farmer’s market before making our way to Grand Junction.
Accommodations: Springhill Suites
Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
Day 5 - Pick Your Trail Around Colorado National Monument
Start today's adventure with varies levels of trails including a mile-long loop past sites where dinosaur bones have been unearthed or a hike into the midst of the Colorado National Monument. A picnic lunch awaits before tackling the Serpent’s Trail. You could choose to continue the adventure later with an optional bike ride through Palisade’s vineyards.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Sightseeing In The Colorado Rockies
Visiting the mighty Rockies is one of the highlights in Colorado, and they are today’s constant companion as you make your way via Glenwood Springs through Glenwood Canyon to the ski-resort village of Vail, where you can explore before continuing to Breckenridge, your base for three nights. Here you’ll hear stories of gold and silver mining, railroading and outlaws – and you’ll get a real sense of what it’s like to live in this resort community.
Accommodations: Beaver Run Resort
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 - A Wild Ride On The Colorado River
You’re in for a memorable adventure in the swirl of the Colorado River with a rafting experience this morning. It’s calm enough to enjoy the scenery along the banks while your skilled guide shares the inside track about local wildlife. Feeling exhilarated after the experience, you’ll stop for a riverside lunch then Connect With Locals and have an opportunity to learn about Coloradan life from a local guide before hitting the town in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 - Adventure In The Rockies
Colorado is one of the world’s top hiking destinations and today’s adventures are at altitudes around 9,600 feet. You have three choices: Option one is a hike with a guide in Summit County. Or you could try beginners’ rock climbing with a certified guide. Thirdly, experienced hikers could choose an Optional Experience ‘14er’, a strenuous hike which climbs to 14,000 feet with a professional guide leading the way. End the action-packed day with dinner in Breckenridge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Regional Dinner
Day 9 - Sightseeing In Rocky Mountain National Park
The renowned Rocky Mountain National Park, with its 60 peaks, alpine lakes and beautiful meadow valleys is your playground today. But first stop for lunch at Grand Lake to fuel up for the afternoon’s adventure. You’ll travel on the Trail Ridge Road to its highest point, where the views are out of this world before heading to Estes Park for a relaxing evening.
Accommodations: Ridgeline Resort
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 - A Day Of Hiking In The Rockies
Start the day with an ambassador of the Northern Colorado Wildlife Center, who’ll share insights about wildlife and conservation at this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Beyond providing you with important insights, through your visit you’ll be helping the organization with its efforts. This afternoon, make your pick of Rock Mountain National Park trails to explore. Richly rewarded by this incredible hiking experience and all the attractions you’ve seen, you’ll have plenty of stories to share during tonight’s Farewell Dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Dinner
Day 11 - Depart Denver
It may be time to head home, but we’re not quite ready to say goodbye. Returning to Denver at the end of the tour, there’s a final stop at the Colorado Cherry Company, a fourth-generation family business where you’ll enjoy some juicy produce or buy some for the road. Bid farewell to your Travel Director and new friends – or perhaps you’ll extend your trip in the ‘Mile High City’. Airport arrival at 12:30p.m, please be aware when booking flights.
Meals: Breakfast
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Fine dining, on-site bars or lounges and room service with extended hours are characteristic of deluxe establishments. Guest services usually include valet parking, concierge services, baggage assistance and laundry services. Other on-site facilities often include shops and boutiques, full service spas, full fitness facilities with pools and tennis courts. Business amenities may include available up-to-date technology and support staffs available for services. Attention to detail is apparent in the guestrooms which typically have stylish furnishings, quality bedding and bath products and often provide an evening turn down service.
* For single travelers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless travelling as part of a family group.
* Twin-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA) as well as Panama, the Canal & Beyond (LPAN).
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