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| Tour | Starts | Length | From | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Denver: Copper Mountain Ski Day with Lift & RentalsOperator: Aspire ToursGetYourGuide | Denver | 12 hours | $350 pp | Ski day without a rental car | Check availability for From Denver: Copper Mountain Ski Day with Lift & Rentals on GetYourGuide → |
| From Denver: Snow Tubing and Hot Springs Mountain AdventureOperator: Colorado SightseerGetYourGuide | Denver | 7 hours | $225 pp | Non-skiers and families | Check availability for From Denver: Snow Tubing and Hot Springs Mountain Adventure on GetYourGuide → |
| Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from DenverViator | Denver | Full day | See price | See a ski town without skiing | Check availability for Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver on Viator → |
| Breckenridge & Continental Divide ExplorerViator | Union Station, Denver | Full day | See price | Free time in Breckenridge (no skiing included) | Check availability for Breckenridge & Continental Divide Explorer on Viator → |
| From Denver: Breckenridge and Rocky Mountains Guided TourOperator: Colorado SightseerGetYourGuide | Denver | 8 hours | $137.70 pp | Sightseeing day to Breckenridge | Check availability for From Denver: Breckenridge and Rocky Mountains Guided Tour on GetYourGuide → |
| Snowshoeing Adventure in the Rocky Mountains Close to DenverOperator: Denver AdventuresViator | Conifer (30 min from Denver) | 3 hours | $107.99 pp | Half-day snowshoe, gear included | Check availability for Snowshoeing Adventure in the Rocky Mountains Close to Denver on Viator → |
| From Denver: Rocky Mountains Snowshoeing for Up to 6 GuestsOperator: Amazing AdventuresGetYourGuide | Denver | 6 hours | $145 pp | Small-group snowshoe with transport | Check availability for From Denver: Rocky Mountains Snowshoeing for Up to 6 Guests on GetYourGuide → |
| Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Snowshoeing TourOperator: Lost Goat CoGetYourGuide | Estes Park | 4 hours | $200 pp | Snowshoe inside RMNP | Check availability for Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Snowshoeing Tour on GetYourGuide → |
| From Denver: Rocky Mountain National Park Winter/Spring TourOperator: Colorado SightseerGetYourGuide | Denver | 8 hours | $149 pp | RMNP in snow, no driving | Check availability for From Denver: Rocky Mountain National Park Winter/Spring Tour on GetYourGuide → |
| Denver: Holiday Lights & Sights Bus TourOperator: Discover Denver ToursGetYourGuide | Downtown Denver | 2 hours | $44 pp | December evenings in the city | Check availability for Denver: Holiday Lights & Sights Bus Tour on GetYourGuide → |
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Why take a tour in winter?
I-70 between Denver and the ski resorts is notorious for weekend traffic and winter storms, and Colorado enforces traction requirements on mountain highways in snowy conditions. A tour puts a professional driver in charge, so you can spend the day on the snow instead of watching the road.
Types of winter tours
- Ski or snowboard day: transport plus lift access and rentals. The Copper Mountain day we found (from $350, about 12 hours) includes lift and rentals per the listing.
- Snowshoeing: the easiest way into the backcountry. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Half-day trips near Conifer start around $108; full-day trips with transport from Denver are about $145; guided snowshoeing inside Rocky Mountain National Park from Estes Park is about $200.
- Snow tubing + hot springs: a great non-skier or family day ($225).
- Breckenridge sightseeing: visit a classic ski town, cross the Continental Divide and ride the gondola. Skiing isn't included (from $137.70 on GetYourGuide).
- RMNP in winter: snowy lakes and elk with no timed-entry permit needed off-season ($149).
- Holiday lights: a 2-hour evening bus tour of Denver's December lights ($44).
When is ski season?
Colorado's ski season generally runs from about mid-November to April. Some high-elevation areas open in October or stay open later when snow is good. Snowshoe and tubing tours need snow cover, so operators sometimes change routes. Holiday light tours run around December.
How to choose
- Skiers: check exactly what's included (lift ticket, rentals, lessons) and how much time you get on the mountain.
- Non-skiers: snowshoeing or tubing gives you the snow experience without lessons.
- Altitude: resorts sit at 9,000+ feet. Hydrate, wear sunscreen and pace yourself on day one.
- Dress: waterproof boots, wool socks and layers; several listings recommend waterproof shoes from November to April.
Prices (checked October 11, 2026)
Snowshoe tours: $107.99 (Viator, half-day, Conifer) to $200 (Estes Park). Breckenridge sightseeing: $137.70. Snow tubing + hot springs: $225. Ski day with lift and rentals: $350. Prices vary by date and holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Can I go skiing from Denver without a car?
Yes. Guided ski days from Denver include transportation, and some include lift tickets and rentals. One Copper Mountain day we found starts at $350.
What's the best winter activity for non-skiers near Denver?
Snowshoeing (about $108–$200) or a snow tubing and hot springs day ($225) are easy, fun options with no lessons required.
Do Breckenridge day tours include skiing?
Sightseeing tours to Breckenridge do not include skiing. You get free time to explore town, ride the gondola and shop.
When is ski season in Colorado?
Generally mid-November to April, depending on snow and resort.
Can I visit Rocky Mountain National Park in winter?
Yes. Winter tours visit snowy lower-elevation areas; Trail Ridge Road is closed, but timed-entry permits aren't required off-season.
Ready to book? Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before (check each listing).