Colorado Road Trip
An epic road trip!
Get up-close and personal with the Centennial State - Colorado! Hit the open road as you cruise scenic highways, hike the Flatirons, and soak in natural hot springs. With overnights in Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Denver, this vacation delivers everything you could possibly want on a road trip through the Rockies.
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What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Denver (DEN)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick up and drop off DEN
- 2 nights in Boulder at the Millennium Harvest House, or similarÂ
- 2 nights in Colorado Springs at the Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods, or similarÂ
- 3 nights in Denver at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver Stapleton North, or similarÂ
- Highlights of Denver tour
- Detailed day-by-day itinerary with trip highlights, hotel information, local guides, maps, and daily driving instructions
Great Ways to Explore
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Dive into Denver's Gold Rush history.
Hike one of Boulder's 45,000 designated trails.Â
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Visit Colorado Springs' Garden of the Gods.
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Summit the actual Pikes Peak.
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Wander Boulder's pedestrian Pearl Street.
This is the perfect chance to quit talking about the epic road trip you want to take with your buds and actually GO! In 7 unforgettable nights, you can rock climb, sightsee, compare microbreweries, hike, and wander through three of Colorado's most beautiful cities - all while blasting some excellent tunes.Â
Start with 2 nights in Boulder. March down Pearl Street, visit Eldorado Canyon State Park, or climb Flagstaff Mountain. Next up: 2 nights in Colorado Springs! See the Broadmoor Seven Falls or visit the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Spend your final 3 nights in Denver. Start with a tour of the city's highlights, then strike out on your own to see the city how you want to!Â
Please note that some package inclusions may be restricted or unavailable at time of travel. We will substitute them with similar options of equivalent value, as available.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Denver (DEN)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick up and drop off DEN
- 2 nights in Boulder at the Millennium Harvest House, or similarÂ
- 2 nights in Colorado Springs at the Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods, or similarÂ
- 3 nights in Denver at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Denver Stapleton North, or similarÂ
- Highlights of Denver tour
- Detailed day-by-day itinerary with trip highlights, hotel information, local guides, maps, and daily driving instructions
-
Dive into Denver's Gold Rush history.
Hike one of Boulder's 45,000 designated trails.Â
-
Visit Colorado Springs' Garden of the Gods.
-
Summit the actual Pikes Peak.
-
Wander Boulder's pedestrian Pearl Street.
This is the perfect chance to quit talking about the epic road trip you want to take with your buds and actually GO! In 7 unforgettable nights, you can rock climb, sightsee, compare microbreweries, hike, and wander through three of Colorado's most beautiful cities - all while blasting some excellent tunes.Â
Start with 2 nights in Boulder. March down Pearl Street, visit Eldorado Canyon State Park, or climb Flagstaff Mountain. Next up: 2 nights in Colorado Springs! See the Broadmoor Seven Falls or visit the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Spend your final 3 nights in Denver. Start with a tour of the city's highlights, then strike out on your own to see the city how you want to!Â
Please note that some package inclusions may be restricted or unavailable at time of travel. We will substitute them with similar options of equivalent value, as available.
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Day 1. Welcome to Boulder!
Touch down in Denver and pick up your automatic rental car at the Denver Airport. Get behind the wheel for the first time this trip for the ride to Boulder.
This should take about an hour, so once you've checked into your hotel, you'll have time to wander the neighborhood a bit.
Check-in - Millennium Harvest House Boulder
Experience the best of Boulder from the superb location of our Millennium Harvest House Boulder. Set amid 16 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds in the heart of this popular college town, Millennium Harvest House Boulder is the perfect getaway in any season. Surrounded by miles of scenic hiking and biking trails at Boulder Creek and the world-class Eldora ski slopes, the hotel is conveniently close to Chataqua Park and Eldorado State Park.
Day 2. Boulder
Spend a day in town getting to know the area. Known as "America's Foodiest Town," Boulder has something to please every palate. After some good eats, head for the center of historic downtown. Pearl Street is lined with shops, restaurants, and fun things to do. You might even catch a street performer or two.Â
Be sure to head outdoors for some fresh air and to stretch your legs before it's time to hop back into your car tomorrow for your next adventure.Â
Boulder
Day 3. Boulder - Colorado Springs
Crank up the tunes and hit the road for Colorado Springs. This drive will take about 2 hours. If you time it right, you can sneak a few extra sightseeing stops in between check-out in Boulder and check-in in Colorado Springs!Â
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs / Garden of the Gods is in the heart of a region with year-round activities. The family and pet-friendly hotel is near Garden of the Gods Park, the Broadmoor Seven Falls, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, the U.S. Air Force Academy and other area destinations. Relax in your spacious, comfortable room, complete with a lounging area outfitted with a Cozy Corner with sleeper sofa. Select rooms feature Pikes Peak views.
Day 4. Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs is renowned for its majesty. Today, you might take on the Manitou Incline, visit the zoo, or even treat yourself to a meal on wheels aboard the Royal George Route Railroad.Â
Garden of the Gods
Day 6. Colorado Springs - Denver
It's already time to say "goodbye" to Colorado Springs and "hello" to Denver! The drive is usually less than 90 minutes so you have plenty of flexibility today. Check out the city's downtown area and maybe even visit a microbrewery or two.Â
The DoubleTree by Hilton Denver- Stapleton North property is located off Interstate 70, only 13 miles from the Denver International Airport, making it the perfect base for self-drive vacations. This property features an on-site bar and grill, swimming pool and fitness center. Rooms are large and comfortable, equipped with all modern amenities.Â
Day 6. Denver
Mark your first day in the city with a tour of Denver's highlights! Be sure to keep track of anything that piques your interest - there's going to be plenty of time to circle back or venture farther out on your own.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Before your trip, check the schedule for what's happening at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. It's a great place to see a show if time allows!
Highlights of Denver
All the top highlights of Denver in one tour! Explore the original founding ‘twin cities,’ dine out with Urban Adventures at one of their favorite local restaurants and then snap some seriously scrapbook-worthy selfies with their best sculptures and landmarks — eat your heart out Eiffel Tower! You won’t have to hold your breath either, as you stand exactly one mile above sea level for the perfect memory of your stay in the mile-high city. Â
Indulge yourself in a selfie extravaganza as you pose with Denver’s most photogenic landmarks.
• See the Cherry Creek parkway, a local, ecologic success story
• Discover the hidden secrets of the back alleys of Writers Square, where all the fun takes place!
• Visit a delicious and unique Denver eatery
• Stand exactly one mile above sea level
Day 7. Denver
Hit the motherlode today by digging into Denver's Gold Rush history! Take a journey back to the summer of 1858, when gold was discovered at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Explore the places gold-rushers brought to life like Confluence Park, Larimer Square, and Cherry Creek Trail. Don't forget to make a stop at the Colorado State Capitol Building to see its 24 kt. gold dome!Â
Colorado State Capitol Building
Day 8. Depart Colorado
It's time to pack up, drop off the rental car and head home. Be sure to leave time to check out the Denver airport's art displays that give a cheeky nod to a few of their most famous conspiracies!