Denver Scenic Tour of Iconic Colorado Towns

Embark on a captivating journey from Denver, exploring the rich history, scenic beauty, and vibrant culture of Colorado’s most iconic towns. Begin the day with a visit to Black Hawk, a charming casino town nestled in the mountains, where the echoes of its mining past blend with modern entertainment. Next, head to Estes Park, a renowned resort town and gateway to the Rocky Mountains, offering breathtaking views of serene lakes and towering peaks. Continue to Boulder, a lively university city where you’ll stroll through the picturesque University of Colorado Boulder, visit the NCAR Mesa Laboratory to learn about atmospheric science, and experience the charming shops and street performances at Pearl Street Mall. The adventure then leads to Golden, a historic town with deep roots in the gold rush era, where you’ll explore the Colorado School of Mines, take in the town’s western charm, and admire the iconic Coors Brewery from the outside.

Meeting Point

2200 W Alameda Ave unit 18

2200 W Alameda Ave unit 18, Denver, CO 80223, USA

09:00Departure Denver: The entrance of Greater China Supermarket；2200 W Alameda Ave Unit 18 Denver, CO 80223；

8686 Park Meadows Center Dr

8686 Park Meadows Center Dr, Lone Tree, CO 80124, USA

08:30Departure Denver: Costco Parking Lot；8686 Park Meadows Center Dr Littleton, CO 80124；

What's included:

• Vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
• English guide is also the driver.

Not included:

• Meals;Food and beverage.
• Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.

What to expect:

Duration: between 9 hours and 10 hours

Denver

Denver, Colorado

Starting from Denver in the morning, we will first drive to Black Hawk Town and stroll through the casino town in the mountains. Then go to the famous resort town of Estes Park and enjoy the lake and mountain scenery of Estes. Following, we will go to the famous university city of Boulder, visit the University of Colorado Boulder, the NCAR Mesa Laboratory, and take a stroll on Pearl Street Mall. Afterwards, go to the Golden Town and visit the Colorado School of Mines and Coors Brewery. Finally, return to Denver.
Itinerary:
Denver → Black Hawk (30 mins) → Estes Park (1.5 hours) → Boulder: University of Colorado Boulder (1 hour), NCAR Mesa Laboratory (45 mins), Pearl Street Mall (1 hour) → Golden Town: Colorado School of Mines+ Town sightseeing+ Outside Visit Coors Brewery (1.5 hours) → Denver

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Black Hawk

Black Hawk, Colorado

Black Hawk
Black Hawk is nestled adjacent to Central City in Clear Creek Canyon west of Denver. While Black Hawk occupies less than two square miles and has fewer than 100 residents, the former mining and mill town welcomes visitors who come to experience the area's history, scenery and entertainment.

30 minutes

Estes Park

Estes Park, Colorado

Estes Park
Estes Park, Colorado is the base camp for amazing adventures in Rocky Mountain National Park and your favorite mountain getaway. Explore the Colorado Rockies. Encounter real wildlife. Whether you are planning a romantic weekend or the family vacation of a lifetime, Estes Park has the events, lodging and activities to create the perfect escape from the everyday. So, go ahead. Start planning today to experience Estes Park tomorrow.

1 hour, 30 minutes

University of Colorado at Boulder

, , Boulder, 80309, Colorado

University of Colorado Boulder
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder), colloquially referred to as CU or Colorado, is a public research university in Boulder, Colorado. It is the flagship university of the University of Colorado system, and was founded in 1876, five months before Colorado became a state. The sandstone used in the construction of nearly all the buildings on campus was selected from a variety of Front Range Mountain quarries. In 2011, Travel + Leisure named the Boulder campus one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States.

1 hour

NSF NCAR Mesa Laboratory

1850 Table Mesa Dr, Boulder, CO 80305, USA

NCAR Mesa Laboratory
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Mesa Lab sits nestled against the foothills to the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado. NSF NCAR's Visitor Center connects scientific research about Earth system science, including weather and climate change, to the public through state-of-the-art exhibits, a variety of public tour options, and custom school field trips.

45 minutes

Pearl Street Mall

1303 Pearl St., , Boulder, 80302, Colorado

Pearl Street Mall
The Pearl Street Mall (also referred to as Pearl Street, or Downtown Boulder) is a four-block pedestrian mall in Boulder, Colorado. The pedestrian area stretches from 11th Street to 15th Street along Pearl Street and is home to a number of businesses and restaurants as well as the Boulder County Courthouse. The Pearl Street Mall is filled with public art, including numerous fountains and sculptures as well as a sandbox for children, a stylized map of Boulder County and a number of small gardens which are planted with a variety of flowers and trees, most notably tulips in the spring.

1 hour

Golden

Golden, Colorado

Golden Town: Colorado School of Mines+ Town sightseeing+ Outside Visit Coors Brewery (1.5 hours)
Golden Town
Founded in 1859 and the territorial capital of Colorado from 1862 until 1867, Golden is an idyllic former gold-rush town that is completely surrounded by high points — to the east are two high volcanic mesas (North and South Table Mountains).

1 hour, 30 minutes