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Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and Manitou Springs Day Trip from Denver
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Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and Manitou Springs Day Trip from Denver

by Explorer Tours

9 hours
Denver
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9 hours
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
$340.20$378Save 10%
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Overview

This small-group day trip from Denver lasts about eight and a half hours and includes transportation with a professional driver-guide. The tour begins at the Colorado Convention Center, where the group departs for the Pikes Peak Center area. Guests spend about one hour exploring notable rock formations such as Balanced Rock, Cathedral Spires, and Steamboat Rock, with opportunities for photos and walking. Next, the tour travels to the summit area of Pikes Peak, which reaches 14,115 feet and is the tallest mountain in the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Visitors spend about one hour at or near the summit, weather permitting, enjoying views of Colorado Springs and the surrounding mountain ranges. If the summit is inaccessible due to weather or road closures, the highest accessible point on Pikes Peak Highway will be reached instead. After descending, the tour continues to Garden of the Gods, a public park known for its red sandstone rock formations and scenic views. Guests have time to walk and take photos in the park. The next stop is Manitou Springs, a historic resort town founded in the late 1800s around eight natural mineral springs. Visitors have about three hours here to explore the town and its shops. Lunch is included with a choice of sandwiches or salads, which must be requested in advance; otherwise, a turkey sandwich will be provided. Water refills are available during the tour, and guests are advised to bring layers for changing weather conditions. The tour returns to Denver in the late afternoon or early evening, passing through Colorado Springs on the way back.

Highlights

Visit Pikes Peak Center with time for photos
Spend about one hour near Pikes Peak summit
Explore Manitou Springs historic resort town
Lunch included with sandwich and salad options
Transportation and professional driver-guide included
Water refills provided during the tour

What's included

Park entry fees
Lunch with sandwich and salad options
Small group tour
Professional driver and guide
Water refills - bring a reusable bottle
Transportation during the tour

What's not included

Gratuities (10-20% recommended)

Itinerary

1

Pikes Peak Center

Visitors spend time at Pikes Peak Center exploring geological formations including Balanced Rock, Cathedral Spires, and Steamboat Rock. There is ample opportunity for photos and walking around these ancient rock features.

60 min

2

Manitou Springs

The tour continues to the summit area of Pikes Peak, which stands at 14,115 feet and is the tallest mountain in the southern Front Range of the Rockies. Guests spend about one hour here, taking in views of Colorado Springs and the Rocky Mountain range. If the summit is not accessible due to weather or road conditions, the highest reachable point will be visited instead.

180 min

3

Garden of the Gods

After descending from Pikes Peak, the tour stops in Manitou Springs, a small resort town founded in the late 1800s around natural mineral springs. Visitors can explore the town before the tour heads back to Denver.

4

Colorado Springs

The return to Denver goes through Colorado Springs, which was ranked #13 on the New York Times 52 Places to Go list in 2020 and #10 in TripAdvisor's Top 25 Trending Destinations.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the flagpole outside of Union Station on the front of The Crawford Hotel.

End point

The meeting point is in front of the Blue Bear sculpture, outside the main entrance of the Colorado Convention Center.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Lunch includes a choice of Turkey + Swiss, Turkey + Pepper Jack, Roast Beef + Provolone, Turkey & Roast Beef (no cheese), Tuna Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Gluten-Free Bar, and Fruit. Guests must provide lunch preferences before the tour or a turkey sandwich will be provided.
Meeting point is at the Colorado Convention Center, in front of the Blue Bear sculpture.
The tour requires a minimum number of travelers and may be canceled if the minimum is not met. In that case, a different date or full refund will be offered.
Guests must be age 8 or older unless authorized by the tour operator.
Pikes Peak Highway is open year-round. If summit access is closed due to weather or other conditions, the highest accessible point will be reached instead.
Water is provided during the tour.
This is a small group tour.
Guests should bring layers for cooler temperatures and changing weather conditions.
Total
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