Escape the city and experience Colorado’s wild beauty on a small-group day tour to Red Rocks and Mount Blue Sky. Starting from Denver, this scenic adventure takes you from the iconic sandstone formations of Red Rocks Amphitheatre into the mountains along winding byways, including the incredible road up Mount Blue Sky with unbelievable views at every turn. As one of Colorado’s famous fourteeners, Mount Blue Sky rises to 14,130 feet, making this an unforgettable high-alpine experience.
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Enjoy a relaxing stop at Echo Lake for lunch, take in the dramatic scenery at Summit Lake, and keep an eye out for wildlife in one of Colorado’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes. With round-trip transportation, a knowledgeable local guide, and a thoughtfully paced itinerary, this tour makes it easy to experience some of the state’s most memorable scenery in a single day.
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Ideal for travelers who want to get beyond Denver and connect with the real Colorado, this experience combines iconic sights, fresh mountain air, and a more personal small-group setting.
- Explore Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Mount Blue Sky in one day
- Travel one of Colorado’s most scenic mountain roads up to 14,130 feet
- Stop at Echo Lake for lunch and Summit Lake for alpine scenery
- Travel with a small group for a more personal experience
Weather permitting - relaunching tours as of Memorial Day (May 25, 2026).
• Union Station | pick up locationÂ
• Red Rocks Amphitheater & Park | Walk through and explore one of the most impressive music venues in the world.Â
• Echo Lake | ‍Stop at beautiful alpine lake for a short hike, scenic view, and lunch
• Mount Goliath | Quick scenic stop at 12,216-foot peak located on the shoulder of Mount Blue SkyÂ
• Summit Lake | Climb another 500 feet to the highest city park in North America, where you may even spot some local wildlife
• Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway (& summit) | ‍Drive on the highest paved road in North America with stunning mountain views. Quick photo op weather permitting
• Idaho Springs | stop for souvenirs and a quick coffee to recharge before returning to Denver
• Transportation from Denver
• Friendly banter and information from our knowledgeable local guide
• Catered boxed lunch with deli sandwich, chips, and cookie (vegetarian option available)
• Water refills and biodegradable cups are provided
• Entrance fees and timed entry to Mt. Blue Sky (Mt. Evans)
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*For day of tour signups, we may not be able to provide a catered boxed lunch. In that case, we would issue a $10 refund and your guide would advise you of this prior to Union Station departure.
Depart 10am / Return 5pm
We meet at Union Station, at the large American flagpole located at the corner of 17th St. and Wynkoop St.
The address is 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum age is 8 years old
• This tour comes with choice of a turkey or vegetarian sandwich. Please include your preference as well as any dietary restrictions in the Special Requirements field during checkout. *For day of tour signups, we may not be able to provide a catered boxed lunch. In that case, we would issue a $10 refund and your guide would advise you of this prior to Union Station departure.*
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• If weather is too bad or if it is too dangerous to drive some of the scenic roads, guide will change tour route.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• After September 5, the road to Mount Blue Sky (Mount Evans) closes at summit lake at 12'840 feet.
• Most travelers can participate
• From November to April, waterproof shoes are highly recommended. Wool socks are also recommended.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
• We highly recommend you bring your own water bottle in an effort to promote our values of sustainability and waste reduction
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
• If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
• Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
• Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• 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.
































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