Really fun but mostly beautiful ride thru Garden of the Gods!…read moreThe guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend doing this adventure. I've lived in denver for over 30 years and finally got to Colorado Springs to do this! Great experience!

We took the E bike tour around the park with Dylan and Burley. They were very knowledgeable, funny,…read moreand made for an amazing trip. We would highly recommend them to anyone interested in learning more about the Park and getting unique vantage points. PS Dylan is an amazing photographer pointing us to all the places to get the best photos.

Another review: Wanted to give this place another shot…read more Started booking online and after going thru all the info pages I got to the checkout page. All of a sudden there was a $90 Service Fee! After much texting back and forth it was mostly for tips. So I asked "does this mean we are not expected to tip our guides?" She said, that the guides only get $2-4 of that. The rest goes to other locations. What other locations?? I'm tipping people that I never even see or deal with?? WHY isn't that cost shared UPFRONT? Just show some honesty please.

Words cannot express how IMPRESSED I was with this tour! I did the Gold Camp Road Tour and it was…read morethe bike ride of MY LIFE!! The drive up was a bit bumpy but the driver had phenomenal driving skills. I definitely wouldn't have been to able to do that myself. David was very knowledgeable of the history of the area and took as many pictures of me as I requested. He was very nice and made my tour one I'll never forget. I definitely will be booking next time I'm in Colorado. FIVE STARS!!!!! I'd pay double the price for that experience again. Thank you guys! Water/snacks were provided and I didn't want the tour to end! If you want a unique experience away from the all the touristy areas, GOLD CAMP ROAD is the way to go!

We took this ride at the same time last year. It was so enjoyable we booked it again this year…read more Greeted by Tini the owner is a great way to start the day she has the coffee, rolls, yogurt and fruit ready for you. Shawn and Harvey were our guides and they were most excellent! From the guides local knowledge to the stories of Pikes Peak history we couldn't have had a better time. The leaves were starting to change which enhanced the beauty of the mountainside. The 4 of us were below average in biking experience. The guys fitted our bikes, helmets gave us a quick safety briefing and provided gloves, caps and vests for us to wear. It is clear they have been in the touring business for years as Every detail is taken care of for their clients. Next time we are going on the Gold Camp Road tour. Thanks for ending the ride with lunch and a glass of wine!!

Words cannot describe the amazing experience we had at Challenge Unlimited. The experience of…read morebiking down Pines Peak is absolutely worth the money. From the top: Challenge Unlimited served a pretty decent breakfast. You read "continental breakfast" and think some crappy day old baked goods and bad coffee. Not in here... Bagels, different cream cheese, fresh bananas, regular coffee and keurig coffees, plus more. The staff is friendly and willing to accommodate the ride based on the skill level of the group. When going down hill there were a few of us who liked speed and the front can was definitely going fast so we could go faster. You make several stops along the way to take pics, relax, and catch your breath. In the end, you ride down to The Wines of Colorado where you have some basic lunch. Had an absolute blast! I highly recommend it to anyone.

Wondeful team here! My wife and I rented some e-bikes for our anniversary and loved them so much we…read morereturned in the winter to buy (2). Greg and Sam are stand-up businessmen. 5 out of 5.

I totally recommend renting for them. We had the best time renting their bikes to see Garden of The…read moreGods. Ditch the car and ride their E-bikes!

We took the Phantom Canyon Bike tour with Jim and Spenser. It was the best experience in every way…read morepossible. The canyon was beautiful! We visited during the 4th of July weekend, and it was pretty hot during the day but we were lucky to find really pleasant weather up in the Canyon. Jim and Spence drove us 14 miles uphill and we biked downhill all 14 miles. It was not tiring at all, the bikes were awesome and we would stop every now and then for pictures and water and cookies every once in a while. Jim even brought a drone and clicked pictures and videos for us! Both Jim and Spence made us feel very comfortable and were extremely friendly. I would totally recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. We will definitely go back to Lost Paddle for more activities - rafting and shelf bike tour.

Greatest day ever! Awesome, awesome, awesome! The Kona bikes are super nice. The Phantom Canyon…read moreride is all downhill and unbelievably beautiful. Do yourself the favor and DO THIS TRIP! Thanks again Jim and Emily

We did the City Tour of Colorado Springs, Old Colorado City, and Manitou with John. The trip was…read moregreat, no steep hills involved and the pace was perfect. John was very knowledgeable about the area, providing history and current events, as well as restaurant and brewery suggestions. This was definitely a lot of fun!

Too bad we didn't get to utilize springs bike tour. Despite 6+ calls and an email - got no…read moreresponse. Figured we would just go to the shop - not to be. Never could find it - all addresses are bogus. The Kiowa address on google is a home, the Nevada address is the bus station and the Colorado address is a dress shop. Too bad. Expensive uber ride but great driver!

Was looking for a great adventure and Colorado Xplorer made sure we had experience we would not…read moreforget. Our group had a customized tour. Shayne had great communication making sure that every detail was to perfection. HIGHLY recommended! What a great experience.

From the owner: Colorado XplorerTM small-group adventure tours of the Rocky Mountains blends amazing outdoor…read moreactivity options such as: Hiking Rafting Mountain Biking Horseback-riding ATV Tours Skiing/Snowboarding (winter) (Just to name a few!) With: Sightseeing Small Mountain Town Culture Natural Hot Springs Brewery Tours/Tastings Majestic Mountain Scenery All while traveling in our custom built 4X4 X-Trekker Vehicle (XTV). The small group sizes are more personable and flexible, whether it be on a day tour or week long Xcursion. Our unique XTV is small yet comfortable and allows us to Xplore areas not served by other tour companies that use large buses. On occasion our tour will trek off-the-beaten path, drive along jeep trails, over mountain passes, and through rivers. Who wants to feel like part of the herd on a large tour when you can get a more personalized adventure? The group size is small, a maximum of 10, which makes it more like traveling with a small group of friends. Colorado XplorerTM offers everything from local day tours such as the Pikes Peak Xclimb ride to the summit, to multi-day multi-activity Xcursions, and even custom designed private tours. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime; you will be glad you did!

What an amazing experience! We could not recommend We can't recommend Ethan and Rocky Mountain Bike…read moreenough! The entire process was seamless - soo easy, convenient, and super affordable. We booked last minute for the same day, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip to Colorado! Ethan went above and beyond, meeting us and dropping the bikes off right at the trailhead he recommended at no extra charge. The rates were the most reasonable we found, and the service was outstanding. If you're looking for a fun, hassle free biking experience, this is the place to go!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The staff is very competent, knowledgeable, professional and easy to deal with…read morefor rentals, sales or service of ebikes.​

Sometimes things just work out for a reason…read more I originally booked my hot air balloon ride with another local company (who kept my friend and I in suspense about whether or not we actually had a reservation because they were waiting to see if more people would book their tour). We found Adventures Out West on Viator and were not only able to book with them right away, but also get an immediate confirmation for our reservation. The only frustrating thing is that when booking through Viator, it requires a minimum of 2 people in order to book the reservation. I'm normally a solo traveler but fortunately I had a friend who wanted to do this excursion as well... But something to keep in mind if you are a solo traveler. You may want to reach out to the company directly to see if you can book as a party of one. The meeting place is about an hour drive from Denver. My friend and I left before dawn and made it to the meeting point by sunrise. Everybody on the team was friendly, energetic and welcoming even at such an ungodly hour. On the ride over to the departure site, they gave us a quick overview of what to expect as well as a safety briefing then we waited for them to unpack and inflate the balloon. After about 45 minutes we were ready to go. I am glad that I did this trip with a friend because it's close quarters in the basket. The basket has several compartments that each hold two people, bus compartments for the fuel tanks and another for the pilot. It's barely enough space in the compartment to turn around, so if you're going by yourself you're going to get to know a stranger VERY well by the end of the ride. The ride itself was absolutely wonderful. It was a calm, breathtaking glide across Colorado Springs. We drifted over the Colorado Springs Airport and got to watch an airplane take off right in front of us. We were about 2,000 ft up, so we were also able to see some of the local wildlife running around as we floated. It was a beautifully peaceful ride. The ground team was supposed to meet us at our landing site but unfortunately they got stuck in a ditch (we could see them from the air). They radioed the pilot of the hot air balloon (T-Dogg) to let him know what was going on and he handled the experience like the consummate professional. Our 40-60 minute ride ended up being almost 2 hours while T-Dogg figured out where to land. He kept us informed of the situation, let us know what his plan was, and never at any time did we feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Ultimately we ended up landing in the driveway of the Pikes Peak outdoor gun club. It was an adventure for everyone involved, as members drove around our massive hot air balloon to enter or exit the venue, snapping pictures and video as they went. The landing was astonishingly gentle. I expected a much more jarring experience but we touched down so softly, then gently bounced a few inches off the ground before coming to a full stop. Another testament to T-Dogg's skill as a pilot. Unfortunately the ground crew was unable to get themselves unstuck, so the staff were able to coordinate ground transportation from another vehicle in their fleet: A modified Jeep that thankfully had space for all of us. We ride by the ditch where the ground team was stuck, picked up all of our items and then headed back to the meeting point where we were welcomed back with some wonderful refreshments including mini muffins and cinnamon rolls, fruit and cheese, as well as a champagne toast, which is an integral part of the hot air balloon experience so you don't want to miss that. This has been a bucket list item for me for a while and I cannot imagine having a better experience than I did with Adventures Out West.

This is a review of the Garden of the Gods Foothills jeep tour. Walked in the Garden of the Gods…read moreVisitor Center and was offered this tour. Since we had the time, we said might as well try it. It was the end of February. Even though it was winter, that day was nice and temperature was not too cold. However, there were parts of the tour where the wind was strong and constantly hitting your face. If you're not wearing sunglasses or anything to protect your eyes, it would be difficult to appreciate the sights, not to mention the wind chill. Glad I brought my gloves. The seats were heated and there's a wool blanket available. The first part of the tour was Garden of the Gods. There were 10 people on this tour. We went around the Garden of the Gods and our tour guide showed us several features and shared interesting facts/stories throughout. We stopped a few times at the Garden of the Gods but you would not stop to go down and have pictures/selfies taken. This was disappointing to me; it would have been better if we did. After this part, only 4 of us remained for the foothills part of the tour. We passed through Cheyenne Canyon and went up to Helen Hunt Falls where we stopped, went down and had some opportunity to take photos and get close to the falls. After this, we went further into the railroad tunnels. The entire tour including the Garden of the Gods one took about 2 hours. Though the view was gorgeous up there, the second part of the tour was underwhelming to me. The Garden of the Gods was beautiful but you could do a tour on your own, take your sweet time, stop, go down, and take your own pictures. Overall, the tour was okay; I do not think it's worth the $100 though.

I visited The Broadmoor Manitou and took the 1: 30 pm Pikes Peak Cog Railway, and it was the best…read moreexperience. I booked my tickets in advance, and it was a Friday. Our conductor, Jim, was the funniest yet most informative person. He made sure the trip was smooth and on time, along with the person he called the "coach engineer," or the train's driver. The entire trip lasted 3 hours, 1 hour each way to and from the summit, plus exactly 45 minutes at the top. The train has large windows that let you soak in the stunning scenic views. The sights are breathtaking, with a variety of rocks, some rugged mountains, diverse vegetation depending on the altitude, and snow- capped peaks. When we reached the summit, we were given clear instructions that the train only waits for 45 minutes, and it is very important to stick to that. The summit features a viewpoint, a gift shop, and a food court. Since the summit is at an elevation of 14,000 feet, feeling lightheaded is quite normal. The food court offered donuts, soups, hot chocolate, and many packaged foods. We tried the famous cinnamon donuts and broccoli cheddar soup. The donuts were delicious, and the warm soup helped combat the effects of the altitude. The gift shop also had a good selection of souvenirs, and we picked up some magnets. The summit had a good amount of snow, and it was extremely windy. 45 minutes didn't feel like enough time to fully take in the views because it passed so quickly. Still, we made wonderful memories and took some fantastic photos. The mood on the way back was quite different; most people were tired but happy. Overall, it was a beautiful experience and worth the money, in my opinion. Pro tip: The route is very steep at some points. While choosing the seats when booking, it's important to pick the right direction to avoid motion sickness. The summit can get very cold and windy due to the altitude, so dress appropriately. Outside food is strictly prohibited on the train, but do carry water bottles because staying hydrated helps prevent lightheadedness at the summit.

On New Year's Eve, I decided to drive to Manitou Springs and ride the Cog Railway, and it…read moreabsolutely did not disappoint. From start to finish, it was a beautiful and memorable experience. Tip: Sit on the left side of the train if you can. That side has the best views of the mountains, lakes, and scenery. The right side is mostly the mountain itself, so the views don't really open up until you get higher up. The conductor was very knowledgeable and shared interesting facts along the way, which made the ride even more enjoyable. The train ride itself was smooth, scenic, and relaxing. At the top, there's plenty to do--food, souvenirs, and historical displays where you can read about the railway and its history. We even spotted some goats, which was a fun bonus. Overall, this was a fun, beautiful ride and well worth the trip. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area.