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occasional celebrity! If you have additional time to
spend in Colorado, you may wish to extend your
trip to include Durango, an old Wild West and
silver mining town 170 miles to the south.
Renowned for the Durango & Silverton Narrow
Gauge Railroad, which was constructed in 1882 to
haul silver and gold from the San Juan Mountains,
you can journey the same lines today, experiencing
the spectacular canyons, wildlife, waterfalls and
majestic peaks, and all by a coal-fired, steam
powered locomotive train.
Hotel: The Little Nell
Days 12 & 13 Colorado Springs
Leaving Aspen behind, today you weave through
the Rockies, along Independence Pass and
alongside Mount Elbut, Colorado’s highest point,
to Colorado Springs. The Broadmoor, where you
spend the next two nights, offers a wide range of
outdoor pursuits to keep you entertained. Make
sure you include a visit to the United States Air
Force Academy during your stay, in addition to
spending time at the Garden of the Gods, where
towering sandstone rock formations contrast
against the snow-capped mountains at Pikes Peak.
Hotel: The Broadmoor
Day 14 Journey Home
From Colorado Springs, it’s a short drive north
back to Denver, where you return your rental car
and check-in for your flight back to the UK.
Day 1 Arrive Denver
Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to
Denver. Upon arrival, collect your rental car and
proceed to your hotel.
Hotel: The Curtis, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Day 2 Denver
Enjoy a whole day exploring the delights of
Denver. This is a wonderfully cosmopolitan city
with a myriad of attractions including Larimer
Square, Denver Zoo and the U.S. Mint to keep
you entertained.
Hotel: The Curtis, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Day 3 Estes Park
Today leave the bright lights of Denver behind and
make a stop at the colourful city of Boulder, before
arriving in Estes Park. Sitting on the edge of Rocky
Mountain National Park you will find yourself
surrounded by breathtaking views of colourful
wildflowers, clear lakes and abundant wildlife.
Hotel: Rocky Mountain Park Inn
Days 4 & 5 Steamboat Springs
It’s just a short but wonderfully scenic drive
through Rocky Mountain National Park to
Steamboat Springs at the foot of the Rocky
Mountains. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, it
offers awe-inspiring views across towering
mountain peaks and deep forest floors, tempting
you to hike or bike the rugged terrain. The less
energetic may choose to simply relax in the town’s
natural mineral hot springs.
Hotel: Sheraton Steamboat Resort
Days 6 & 7 Vail
It’s a short journey today to the attractive alpine
village of Vail. Famous for its world class skiing,
Vail is an area of numerous possibilities. There’s
plenty of outdoor adventure to keep you busy,
from hiking and biking to white water rafting,
climbing and jeep adventures. We suggest a visit
to Beaver Creek which is just ten miles away.
Hotel: The Sebastian
Days 8 & 9 Grand Junction
Venturing towards the far east of the state, today’s
destination is Grand Junction; Colorado’s wine
country. Enjoy the charming downtown with great
shops and restaurants and more than 20 wineries.
Visit the Colorado National Monument, where
towering monoliths and fascinating sculptures dot
the vast red-rock canyon landscape. Watch for the
bobcats and mountain lions which prowl the area!
Ride the range at Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse
Area; 36,000 acres of rugged canyons and plateaus
located just eight miles from Grand Junction. If
you have a fascination for dinosaurs, this is the
place for you. Hundreds of species have been
unearthed here and there are many museums and
attractions dedicated to the magnificent creatures.
Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Junction
Days 10 & 11 Aspen
Your journey today takes you through the San Juan
National Forest to the chic town of Aspen,
renowned for its relaxed pace of life and upscale
shopping and restaurants. Enjoy the fresh
mountain lifestyle whilst keeping a watch for the
14 Days/13 Nights
• Begins and ends in Denver
• Departures April to September
Your fly drive includes:
• Round trip scheduled flights
• Intermediate 4 door car hire, including
insurances and satellite navigation
• Accommodations as stated
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