Many of our tours in this region follow the historic paths of the Gold Rush era, from old stagecoach and railroad routes to mining towns past and present. This region is ideal for those who love a mix of adventure and history. Thanks in large part to the lower elevations, this area allows for year-round tours.
TOUR SUMMARY
Cost Half-day: Vehicle (Includes guests 1 & 2) $495; Additional guests (3 – 6) $75 ea
Cost Full-day: Vehicle (Includes guests 1 & 2) $595; Additional guests (3 – 6) $95 ea
Duration Half-day: Approximately 4 hours
Duration Full-day: Approximately 8 hours
Departure: 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, or 9:00 AM Full or Half-day; We also have a half-day option departing at 1:00 PM
Check-In: 15 minutes before tour departure
Availability: Year-round
Ages: All ages are welcome. Customers with children must bring their own booster or car seats.
Meals: Snacks and beverages are included with every tour, and full-day tours include a picnic lunch.
Depending on the route, tour highlights may include:
- Historic mining towns of Cripple Creek and Victor
- Gold Belt route to Canon City
- Abandoned mines
- Wilkerson Pass
- Eleven Mile Canyon
- Tarryall River Valley
- Eleven Mile Reservoir
- Native American, stagecoach, and mining trade routes
- Railroad tunnels
- Possible wildlife sightings of deer, elk, bear, bighorn sheep, hawks, and eagles.
