Colorado tours and day trips, compared honestly
Find the right guided tour for Rocky Mountain National Park, Pikes Peak, whitewater rafting, Red Rocks, Denver food or a winter day in the mountains. We list real prices and what each tour includes, then link you to book on Viator or GetYourGuide.
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Rental cars for Colorado
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SUVJeep-style 4x4
- 4 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas, 4WD
from ~$80/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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SUVAWD mid-size SUV
- 5 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas, AWD
from ~$55/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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ConvertibleConvertible
- 4 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas
from ~$70/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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LuxuryLuxury sedan
- 5 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas or hybrid
from ~$90/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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VanMinivan
- 7 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas
from ~$65/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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Van12-passenger van
- 12 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas
from ~$130/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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VanSprinter-style van
- 12–15 passengers
- Automatic
- Diesel
from ~$160/day, typical · estimate, see live price
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TruckFull-size pickup
- 5 passengers
- Automatic
- Gas, 4WD
from ~$75/day, typical · estimate, see live price
Prices are rough typical estimates for Denver Airport pickups, not quotes. Actual prices depend on dates, season and availability, and the exact model isn't guaranteed; click any card to see live prices on Discover Cars. Illustrations are generic, not the actual vehicle.
Colorado map: rentals, airports and tours
● Rentals mode: airports & pickup locations● Tours mode: tour areas with Denver routes
Popular Colorado tour guides
Rocky Mountain National Park Tours from Denver
Group tour price: $149–$199 per person
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Pikes Peak Tours from Denver and Colorado Springs
From Denver: $179–$199 per person
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Whitewater Rafting near Denver: Clear Creek vs. the Arkansas River
Clear Creek half-day: From about $75
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Denver Food Tours Compared: RiNo, LoDo and Downtown
Price: $79–$135 per person
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Red Rocks Amphitheatre Tours from Denver
Express tours: From $45
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Winter and Ski Day Tours from Denver
Ski day w/ lift + rentals: From $350
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Colorado Car Rentals: Denver Airport, AWD and Ski Towns
Main pickup: Denver Int'l Airport (DEN)
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Denver Airport & Ski Shuttles
Shared shuttle: Seat in a van, set departures
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More Colorado experiences
Sunrise balloon flights
Float over Garden of the Gods near Colorado Springs.
4x4 jeep tours
Ride the Pikes Peak Highway to 14,115 ft.
Scenic byway drives
Fall aspens and high mountain roads.
Iconic mountain views
Lakes and peaks worth the early start.
Get a ride from the airport
Pick your Colorado airport and destination to compare a shared shuttle, a private transfer or a rental car.
Drive times are approximate, without traffic or winter weather. Links go to Viator and Discover Cars; we may earn a commission.
Typical prices at a glance
| Experience | Typical price (per person) | Time needed |
|---|---|---|
| RMNP day tour from Denver | $149–$199 | 8–9.5 hours |
| Pikes Peak + Garden of the Gods from Denver | $179–$199 | 8–8.5 hours |
| Clear Creek half-day rafting | From about $75 | 2.5–3 hours + drive |
| Denver food tour | $79–$135 | 2.5–3 hours |
| Red Rocks tour | $45–$99 | 2–5 hours |
| Colorado Springs sunrise balloon flight | $290 | About 3 hours |
| Winter: snowshoe / ski day | About $108–$350 | 3–12 hours |
Prices checked October 11, 2026 on Viator and GetYourGuide; they change by date and season.
How we choose tours
Real listings only
Every tour we list is a live listing we checked, with its actual name, starting point, length and price. No made-up “top 10s.”
Fit over hype
We sort by who a tour suits: first-timers, families, photographers, people without a car. We don't sort by what pays us most.
No fake reviews
We don't publish star ratings or testimonials. Read verified traveler reviews on the booking site before you buy.
Planning a Colorado trip
Colorado welcomed 96.8 million visitors in 2025 (Colorado OEDIT), and the most popular guided experiences start in Denver. Summer (June–August) is peak season for national parks and rafting; September and early October bring fall colors and the elk rut; and from November to April the mountains switch to skiing and snowshoeing. Book summer weekends early, and remember that Denver sits at 5,280 feet, with mountain stops much higher. Drink water and pack layers.
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