Rocky Mountain Experience: Very disappointing. The guide immediately did an upsell when we got in the van to include a gondola ride for an extra $27. Four of the 9 ppl in our van took advantage of it - which meant the tour went an hour beyond the allotted time and we were rushed through the sites we paid to see. It ruined our last night in town as we missed our dinner reservation and after dinner plans - which didn't concern the driver in the least. Other lowlights were listening to the guide drone on and on about his life and opinions, pulling over THREE times as one lady thought she maybe saw some wildlife waaaayyy in the distant woods, and spending much too long in a small town where half the stores were closed so the gondola opters could have their unscheduled fun and the tour company could grab a few extra dollars. read more

We booked the "Rocky Mountain Escape" tour for about $90 per person, and it ended up being one of the best parts of our trip. The tour lasted a little over 4 hours and is considered a half-day experience. Our guide, Aaron, was awesome! He is super friendly, funny, and full of great info about Denver and its history. Pickup was right in front of Union Station, and the tour started right on time (a few people in our group were running behind, of course haha). We made several stops along the way, and every single one had amazing views. We even got to see some wildlife: bighorn rams, elk, and a fox! Aaron was great about pulling over so everyone could grab photos whenever we spotted something cool. There were about 11 of us in total, which made it feel like a nice small group instead of a big crowded tour. It was our first time exploring the Rocky Mountains, and we're so glad we chose Aspire Tours. I would definitely recommend them...and don't forget to tip your guide. read more

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We booked the Rocky Mountain Escape half day tour and Jerry took great care of us! Very knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. Only complaint is that we didn't book the whole day tour! Highly recommend if you are visiting the city and want to explore the Rockies a bit and see some breathtaking views. read more

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Had the best time this morning w Jason. Lots of laughs and beautiful sights. Great way to get out of the city.

Five stars all day long! Jason was fantastic and somehow managed to keep 8 people entertained while showing us Red Rocks, buffalo, Lookout Mountain, and Golden, no small task! He answered every question, shared tons of interesting facts, threw in some jokes, and somehow made us feel like Denver experts by the end of the day. If Jason is your guide, congratulations, you already made a good decision. read more

We had a great tour with Jeff as our driver and knowledgeable guide. The day could not have gone better.

Adam was our guide. We did the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour. This was my first tour like this and I was not sure what to expect. This was a birthday treat to explore the Rocky Mountains and it was so worth it! The Rocky Mountain National park requires timed entries and to have it booked way further in advance so this was a way that we could get up to the mountain while we were in the area. We also went into the entrance from the Estes park side which has a shorter wait time. We were met in Boulder with an AWD van and 12 of us ready to set on our adventure. We drove through Lyons, Estes and then up into the park. Adam heroicly drove us up a 9.4 miles unpaved road called Old Fall River road that led to Trail ridge road, which is 48 miles and has some steep dropoffs. We drove all the way up to 12,200 feet to be able to see Longs peak. My favorite visitor center was the Alpine visitor center 11,796 elevation. It was so nice having someone familiar with the wildlife and area to show us around and answer all of our questions. He said that we may see some wildlife and we saw wildlife everywhere. If Adam did not give us timelimits at each stop we would not have seen as much as we did. It was an all-day tour, but I can see how you would need several days to see everything that we did so efficiently. Our group had some adventurerers so he even dropped some of us off to do some other mini-hikes along the way. One of my favorite hikes was to Chasm falls. We saw a Taninger bird. multiple Elk, deer, A momma moose, and a baby moose. I would do a tour like this again and recommend it to friends. I like how Adam had the group introduce ourselves and we became friends along the way. The fun group added to the experience. Adam also helped to take pictures along the way. Thank you for a great birthday month read more

My Son and I took a full day tour, with a pick up in Boulder, of Rocky Mountain National Park. It was a small group and our tour guide, Jared, was excellent, very informative, relaxing, and a nice sense of humor too. We saw everything we wanted to, including some highly desirable Rocky Mountain Sheep, families of Elk, and a Marmot! I would highly recommend Jared and Aspire Tours!! read more

We had a fantastic tour of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak with Jason! He was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, polite, and made the whole day easy and enjoyable. We loved all the photo opportunities and appreciated how professional yet approachable he was throughout the trip. Highly recommend this experience! read more

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We had a fabulous time going on the "Red Rocks and Beyond" tour with our guide Aaron L. Our time in Denver was limited and we had originally booked a Rocky Mountain National Park tour, but due to inclement weather and bad road conditions it was cancelled. I really appreciate how Aspire was super flexible and let us do a last-minute change to Red Rocks so we could still do a tour while in Colorado, and how seriously Aspire takes safety (plus with white out conditions it would have been impossible to see what we came for). Aaron was an incredible guide! We spotted some wildlife and he made extra stops so we could see. He also provided the history of Denver and the surrounding area so we learned a lot. At the end of the trip he provided lots of great local recommendations so we were able to top off our visit with excellent Mexican cuisine. He's so knowledgeable about the area and is able to tailor to everyone's preferences. We hope to return and have Aaron take us to Rocky Mountain next time read more

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We did the half day Rocky Mountain tour. Our guide Amber was amazing! Not only did she navigate traffic very well but grew up in the area so she is very knowledgeable for all things Denver. When they say bring layers.....bring layers! I forgot my jacket at the hotel room and although it was 82 degrees when they picked us up from Union station once we got up into the mountains it was 49 and windy!! We made 3 stops on our tour. The last one being in Idaho springs where there is a town with pedestrian roads to walk down that had tourist shops and food, ice cream, coffee or beer! We spent about an hour there before heading back. I would def recommend taking this tour, it was the perfect amount of time. read more

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We had a wonderful full-day tour to the Rocky Mountains led by Gentry. She was knowledgeable like a native, upbeat, friendly and had all the logistics down perfectly. Unfazed by various weather possibilities, she took our small group to places most hikers didn't venture to like Mill Lake. She knew how to bypass long lines, how to efficiently navigate to our trailhead and keep us together. We would definitely recommend this tour for anyone who loves the outdoors and can hike over uneven and rocky terrain (possibly wet) for at least 4 miles. You'll see gorgeous views and not have to worry about a thing. They provide transportation, entry passes, lunch, snacks, and extra water. Gentry also let us borrow her personal hats and gloves for the cold weather! read more

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The best!! My dad was in town for Christmas and wanted to do a tour. I've lived here a number of years and thought he'd enjoy a tour that included Red Rocks. Wow wow wow were we ever in for a treat. Ty was such a wonderful tour guide, and my goodness, so knowledgeable! We were with a wonderful group of individuals on the tour as well. A Saturday well spent; I'll never forget it, thanks Ty! read more

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I did the Hiking Adventure at Rocky National Park. Aspire Tours definitely did amazing. Jerry was our tour guide and he was very knowledgeable about the trail. He was very patient with everyone in the group. We were able to see a lot of wild life and was able to see a breathtaking view. I was a great way to experience Colorado. I will definitely book this tour again when I come visit. read more

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Did the Rocky Mountain tour (not the hiking one) in July. Prep: probably don't need much in the way of prep for July. You can bring water, though we made several stops where you can buy beverages or drink from a water fountain. Clothing: maybe be prepared for rain, though it usually doesn't rain here. During summer, a light jacket or sweater can be useful. The coldest spot we visited was about 70 F with high winds. At the time, it was about 95 F in Denver. The air is noticeably thinner up there, so the tour might not be a good idea if you have health issues. Pick-up was in front of Union Station in Denver at 9 am (at the flagpole at Wynkoop and 17th). There were 13 tourists in the group. We made several stops: Lyons, CO Sheep Lakes Rainbow Curve Forest Canyon Overlook Hidden Valley Ranger Station Alluvial Fan Trailhead Fall River Visitor Center / Rocky Mountain Gateway Each stop was around 15-30 minutes. Sights: passed by the Stanley Hotel; a few small lakes, from a distance; a cascade waterfall; some animals. The animals I saw were: a moose, a few herds of elk, and a marmot. According to the tour guide, other animals that are sometimes seen include: bears, wolves, regular deer, coyotes, mountain lions, bighorn/mountain sheep. There didn't seem to be any danger from the animals. Picnic lunch: sandwiches from Sprouts Farmers Market. No hiking is necessary, though it's best if you can do a mile of walking. If you like longer hikes, this isn't a good tour for you. I had no cellular service for most of the tour. There's Wi-Fi in a few places. Highest point was about 12,200 feet. Back in Denver at 5:10 pm. read more

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Our tour guide, Christian, did an awesome job as we went up through the Rockies for the day. Even with a lot of cloud cover from rain, he was able to take us to Sprague Lake and other areas to make up for not being able to see the actual Rocky Mountains. You won't regret choosing Aspire Tours! read more

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We decided to do the half day Rocky Mountain Escape tour and we're so happy we did. Firstly, our guide, Sarah, was amazing! She is passionate about nature and was super knowledgeable. She was the BEST guide! There were only 13 of us on this bus, so it was kind of intimate. Sarah shared her knowledge on so many different topics. The tour itself was very interesting and fun. Excellent views and interesting stops. My only complaint is that the rows were three across, so half the couples couldn't sit together. Otherwise, we highly recommend this tour. read more

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Even though today was a rainy, cold day in Denver, we had an enjoyable bus tour with Nick as our driver/guide. There was limited visibility because of condensation. Nick was very knowledgeable & entertaining. Denver sure has a lot to offer. One suggestion would be to equip buses/drivers with towels/cloths to clean windows. A bigger suggestion: Aspire needs to get into the hop-on/hop-off bus tours business. We have used this concept in many U.S. cities. Thank you, Nick, for a great tour. read more

My friends and I did the Half Day Rockies Trip and honestly it is one of the most memorable days of the trip. The meeting spot was very easy to find right next to Union Station. Our tour guide was amazing and knew so much about the history of Denver and all of the different spots he took us to. He had extra waters in the van as well incase we ran our. We went to 3 spots and all 3 had amazing views. Total the trip was about 5 hours with driving snd free time at each spot. Definitely book this if you are hesitant. It is worth the 80$ because you get the transportation included. Great day! read more

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We did the Pike's Peak/ Garden of the Gods Tour with Jerry and the Rocky Mountain National Park Tour with Nick. We had the best 2 days. Both guides were incredible and so knowledgeable. Go meet these guys and see the beautiful Colorado. read more

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Aaron was awesome. He took us on a great hike to a waterfall in Rocky Mountain National Park. Entertaining and very knowledgeable.

Our tour guide Jeff was amazing! He was so welcoming and accommodating. He is very knowledgeable about all areas and we had a lot of discussions on our drive into the rocky mountain National Park. He gave us so much information and plenty of time at each stop to explore. He had a lot of great recommendations for food and made sure everyone was comfortable and warm in the van . I highly recommend this guided tour and ask for Jeff ! Truly the highlight of our trip. read more

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Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape Outstanding tour with guide Genevieve - tour: Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape. It was a beautiful day, and it was perfect for seeing the mountains, lakes, and more. The group was small (only three, including myself), so it truly felt customized not only in what we saw but how long we stayed at each location, which was perfect. Genevieve was one of the best guides I have ever had - very personable as well. Indeed, it was an amazing time! read more

Did the Half-Day Rocky Mountain Escape ~4 hour tour and it was amazing! Our tour guide, Steve, was amazing. He was super knowledgeable, explained about so many different things and we got to see many cool places and views. He was friendly, kind, and didn't hesitate to help in any way or help take photos. He was a great photographer! Going up to the mountains was wonderful and there was still snow. Would highly recommend this tour, especially if you're short on time, but are in the Denver area and want to get to visit the Rockies. read more

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Our Rocky Mountain National Park Tour with Jared was amazing! He was incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and funny and made our day an adventure to remember! There were 11 in our group, and Jared made sure everyone felt welcomed and included. We knew from the beginning that it was his mission to ensure that we saw all the wonders the park had to offer, including all the animals, and he succeeded in every way! We saw elk, Rams, mule deer, marmots, Prairie dogs, turkeys, and even a family of ducks! And the park itself is breathtaking! Wonderful experience all around. read more

The Half Day Rocky Mountain Escape tour was everything we could have asked for. Our tour guide Nicole was very knowledgeable and paid great attention to the weather so we were able to see some snow caps on the cloudy day! read more

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My daughter and I signed up for a tour to explore Red Rocks/ Mount Evans Summit and a few local towns. We had all types of weather sunny/ rain/ sleet & snow - unbelievable!! Our tour guide was Chris - he was GREAT a true 5 star experience. He told us history , local facts and trivia and kept us entertained during a very white knuckle drive up & down the mountain in crazy weather. I was shocked by no guard rails and how steep and curving the road was to the top! I will post some fun photo's check out his tours! We are 125% glad we did. read more

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During an accidentally solo trip to Denver recently, I decided to take the Discover Rocky Mountain National Park tour. The price was a little high, but I didn't quite realize it was a full day tour with an included lunch. Add in the transportation and exceptional guide, and this was well worth the price. Brendan was our guide and you could tell he lives and breathes this stuff. He was energetic, enthusiastic, and very funny. I snagged the front seat and he provided excellent conversation between stops when he wasn't telling us the history of whatever sight we were passing. The tour itself was perfect for me--we stopped at various points of interest, had some time to wander around and take pictures, and then hopped back on the shuttle to the next stop. I'm not a big hiker, so this was just the right amount for me. You get to see incredible views without needing to be in tip top shape. If you want to see the rockies in all their glory but don't want to walk to much or rent a car, this is the tour for you! I'll definitely check it out again the next time I'm in town! read more

We went on the Rocky Mountain National Park tour today and our amazing tour guide was Lindsey. This is an 8 hour long tour but it is a must do if your ever in Denver and have a day to spare, you want to use it for this trip/tour. We meet at 9am at the Union Station flagpole and drive to Boulder City. We did not stop there as there was no one who purchased a tour to pick up from that location. Lindsey was very knowledgeable and friendly. She told us lots of interesting historical facts along our trip. First stop was in Lyons where we could choose to buy something from the grocery store or a local coffee shop. We chose the grocery store, can I just tell you they sold the best orange, cranberry and white chocolate scone I have ever tried! So fresh and sweet but not overly sweet. We then stopped at Lily lake which was beyond beautiful and very serene. Next stop was where we ate lunch. The sandwich's that are provided to you for the tour are delicious! I just new they would be gross prepackaged sandwiches like you find in a vending machine or a gas station but thankfully I was wrong! They are on good multigrain wheat bread, fresh deli turkey meat, provolone cheese, lettuce and tomato. They give you packages of mayonnaise and mustard to put on yourself so they are not soggy. They are actually from Sprouts stores. Next stop was the tundra, very high up! It is above the tree lines which is where trees stop growing at about 11,000 feet. After that we went to a souvenir shop then headed back. We saw several deer and a few elks along the side of the road. Lindsey was a excellent tour guide and if you go on a tour you should ask if you can be in her van, because she is the best! read more

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Aaron was a great tour he was witty and made the tour educational and fun. He made sure we made the best of every stop. my daughter really appreciate the time he took to them to the waterfall and he thought he was cool. He gave us excellent recommendations for every stop in addition to Denver must do's . Both him and Izzy were very friendly and engaging. definitely recommend this tour to Rocky Mountains . read more

I can't remember our tour guides name :( I booked a trip thru Viator which was a big mistake since it was cheaper if you book directly with them. I visited Mt Evans and I loved it!!! We met at the union station where we checked in and got in the van. The van was very spacious and comfortable. There was plenty of room for all 11 of us. There were car charger plugs in the seats to charge ur phone. The tour lasted about 8hrs and we made multiple stop along the way to be able to acclimate. We saw lots and lots of animals and breathtaking scenery. Our lunch, a sandwich and chips was from Whole Foods I believe. Our tour guide was awesome he gave us interesting facts about leimer square and red rocks as he drove. This tour included a stop at red rocks and a small town to grab some coffee. Once at the top of Mt Evans we were given plenty of time to hike and take pictures but it was FREEZING so make sure you take sweaters and layer up!!!! read more

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We had a wonderful day in Rocky Mountain National Park, largely due to our Aspire Tours guide. Ryan was highly personable & professional, plus he was remarkably knowledgeable about the park & Colorado & nature in general. Another huge plus was that he tailored our trip to our interests & physical abilities. Also, he found us a MOOSE! read more

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The Rocky Mountain Park Summer tour from Denver was totally worth it... money well spent. We drove through Boulder, Lyons, Estes Park, and then peaked at 12,200 feet in Rocky Mountain National Park. We saw wildlife, visited waterfalls, drove along trail ridge road and viewed the continental divide. Wildlife included a yellow-bellied marmot, two herds of elk, and a meerkat. Lunch was delicious deli turkey sandwiches and cookies at a picnic table in the park. Our guide was friendly, courteous, funny, and very knowledgeable. read more

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We did the Rocky Mountain National Park Tour in mid-August and it was amazing! We had Jenna as our driver and she was top notch. She was a wonderful guide and would highly recommend this tour to anyone. Jenna went the extra mile to let us see spectacular views and was an all around fantastic guide. They're the best, thanks for making our first time visit so memorable. I loved the small group set up. My only feedback is to provide food twice. We had a sandwich at 11 am and didn't get back to Denver until 5 pm. We were hungry by 3/4 p.m. I would suggest providing a light snack. Other than that like I've said, wonderful tour. read more

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I did 2 tours with Aspire in the 1 week I was in Colorado and I had a wonderful time. The first was on June 13th to go to Garden of Gods and Pikes Peak (a piece of advice though, if you're not used to elevation and altitude pressure, let your body settle for 48 hours before attempting going on top of a mountain which is more than 14,000 feet high. I booked the tour in advance and did it the day after I've arrived, and altitude sickness is really a thing.) Regardless our tour guide was Gentry and she was super fun and knowledgeable. Her enthusiasm in making people discovering parts of Colorado is contagious and I had a wonderful time with her. The 2nd was on June 18th and my pickup was in Boulder. It was the full day to Rocky Mountain National Park and our tour guide was Rico. He clearly adores going up to the park and the mountains in general and it was great to hear him sharing his passion. RMNP is beautiful and I also recommend this tour which gives you a very good introduction to it. read more

Hannah was an amazing tour guide that allowed us to experience the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park to its fullest. We saw moose, elk, deer, smaller mammals, ducks and other birds, as well as gorgeous mountains. We learned all about the wildlife and the plantlife. Hannah did an amazing job of curating the tour to pack as much value into the time we had allotted to us. Would definitely do another tour with Aspire and Hannah again. read more

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Hannah was wonderful guide and made the experience fantastic! Recommend to anyone visiting Denver. You won't be disappointed. read more

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My son and I went on the Discover Rocky Mountain Day trip last week and it was amazing. We both enjoyed the views, the stops and the little hikes we did. Since it was just the two of us, I didn't want to go through the hassle of renting a car and driving though the Rockies on our own. The only downside is that being a group tour, you are kinda tied to what the tour guide has planned instead of being able to choose where you'd wanna stop along the way. I was really hoping we would have stopped at one of the lakes even for just a quick photo op. Nevertheless it was a great tour. Our guide Aaron is very knowledgeable, really nice, and so respectful. read more

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We had a wonderful full day tour of the Rocky Mountains. Our guide Rico was very knowledgeable and explained so many geological features, animal life and plant life in the Rocky's. Always gave us enough time to explore. We were fortunate to have seen a Bald eagle, Mule deer's and several herds of Elk. We unfortunately did not see any Moose. The scenery was breathtaking and walking on a frozen lake took me back to my teenage adventures. This is the second time in 3 years that I took this tour and it wasn't stale. read more

We took a tour of the Rocky Mountain National Park with Kyle. We were picked up from Union Station by the flag pole. There was good communication about the tour pick up being late because of the snowfall at that night. The van was new, comfortable and clean. Kyle was a safe driver and the drip went smoothly despite the snowfall. Kyle is an avid hiker and well traveled. He lives locally and is a wealth of knowledge with regard so the park, and local sites, restaurants on the tour and the city of Denver. He joined up with us on the light hikes around the park. Cheerful, upbeat, and fun. Really made the day a wonderful memory. Thanks Kyle ! Would definitively book again with Aspire in the future. read more