Denver Colorado skyline with Rocky Mountains backdrop

Best 14 Days in Colorado — Without Art & Culture

Denver → Colorado Springs

14 days · 2 cities · 26 activities · route optimized by distance

Expect lots of nature — parks, scenic views, and outdoor activities. A moderate mix of walking and active experiences, mostly at your own pace. Includes 3 must-see landmarks across Denver and Colorado Springs.

Highlights: Pikes Peak — America's Mountain, Garden of the Gods, Rocky Mountain National Park Day Trip

Arriving Wed, Jul 1 Change

Your Route — ordered to minimize backtracking

26+ activities scored and ranked · route optimized across 2 cities

Where you'll stay
Hotel in Denver · From $155/night +1 more
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Trip cost
~$3,487 total · $249/day
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Top picks
Rocky Mountain National Park Day Trip, Mount Blue Sky Day Trip, Coors Brewery Tour in Golden
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Day-by-Day Schedule — heavy and light days alternate so you don’t burn out

Denver

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Day 1 Wed, Jul 1 Full Denver
Morning
Rocky Mountain National Park Day Trip$$~3 hrs

Day trip from Denver to Rocky Mountain National Park — alpine scenery, wildlife, and Trail Ridge Road

$30 Verified Mar 2026
Afternoon
Mount Blue Sky Day Trip$~3 hrs

Drive up the highest paved road in North America to the 14,264-foot summit of Mount Blue Sky (formerly Mount Evans)

$10 Verified Mar 2026
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 2 Thu, Jul 2 Moderate Denver
Morning
Coors Brewery Tour in Golden$$~3 hrs

Tour the world's largest single-site brewery in the charming mountain town of Golden, 30 minutes from Denver

$20 Verified Mar 2026
Afternoon
City Park & Denver Museum of Nature and Science$~3 hrs

Explore Denver's largest park with the Museum of Nature and Science, Denver Zoo, and panoramic mountain views

🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 3 Fri, Jul 3 Moderate Denver
Morning
Boulder Day Trip$~3 hrs

Visit the vibrant college town of Boulder with its Flatirons backdrop, Pearl Street Mall, and Chautauqua Park

Afternoon
Colorado Springs Day Trip$~3 hrs

Day trip from Denver to Colorado Springs for Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and Manitou Springs

🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 4 Sat, Jul 4 Moderate Denver
Morning
Denver Craft Brewery Crawl$$~3 hrs

Sample Denver's thriving craft beer scene with a self-guided crawl through LoDo, RiNo, or the Highlands

Afternoon
Downtown Denver: Bike tour$$~2h 30m

Cover more ground on a bike tour of downtown Denver that weaves through city streets and riverside bike paths. You’ll go

$60 Verified Mar 2026 Book this tour →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 5 Sun, Jul 5 Moderate Denver
Morning
Red Rocks Park: App guided - half day$$~3 hrs

Spend a half-day exploring the top sights. With the help of your personalized App Guide, you can pick and choose what yo

Afternoon
Breckenridge day tour$$~9 hrs

Enjoy a scenic journey through the Rockies on the way out to the picturesque ski village of Breckenridge. You'll first w

$115 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 6 Mon, Jul 6 Full Denver
Morning
Outdoor Rock Climbing Lessons$$~4 hrs

Go outdoor rock climbing near Denver with your own professional Colorado climbing guide. The class is tailored for all s

$149 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
Afternoon
Glacier Hike and Geothermal Cave Pools$$~8h 30m

Join an experienced guide for a hike up St. Mary’s Glacier. You’ll ascend through the Colorado forest and end with a bre

$169 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 7 Tue, Jul 7 Full Denver
Morning
Rapelling Lessons and Guided Hike$$~4 hrs

Descend a massive cliff in the Colorado wilderness while rappelling: the sport of descending a rope on vertical terrain.

$189 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
Afternoon
Supercar Test Drive in Colorado Canyon$$~3 hrs

Take the wheel of a luxury supercar to zoom down the Colorado Canyon roads on a thrilling test-drive adventure. You'll c

🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 8 Wed, Jul 8 Full Denver
Morning
Mountain Biking Tour$$~3 hrs

The Rocky Mountains west of Denver, known as the “Front Range”, are a paradise for mountain biking at all levels. From t

Afternoon
Supercar Test Drive in Colorado Canyon: 15 mile base class$$~1 hr

Experience 15 miles of tight canyon curves and over 100 twists and turns in a base class supercar on this 25 minute driv

$130 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 9 Thu, Jul 9 Moderate Denver
Morning
Mountain Biking Tour: Beginner$$~3 hrs

Opt for a mountain-bike adventure specifically designed for beginner-level riders.

$130 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
Afternoon
Supercar Test Drive in Colorado Canyon: 35 mile base class$$~1h 30m

In a base class car, take in every curve of Golden Gate Canyon on a scenic drive up CO-46. Either drive the full length

$324 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Day 10 Fri, Jul 10 Moderate Denver
Morning
Mountain Biking Tour: Intermediate$$~3 hrs

Opt for a mountain-bike adventure specifically designed for intermediate-level riders.

$130 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
Afternoon
Haunted Pub Tour$$~2h 30m

Explore the spooky history and hauntings of Denver's historic downtown on a combination of ghost tour and pub crawl. You

$26 Verified Mar 2026 Book this experience →
🏨 Hotel in Denver

Downtown / LoDo / Cherry Creek / Highland

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Travelers book: Kimpton Hotel Born $200-350/nightThe Ramble Hotel $130-230/nightThe Crawford Hotel $150-280/night
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Denver → Colorado Springs
1h 30m Drive straight to Colorado Springs without sightseeing along the route.

Colorado Springs

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Day 11 Sat, Jul 11 Full Colorado Springs
Morning
Pikes Peak — America's Mountain$$~3 hrs

Summit the 14,115-foot Pikes Peak by car, cog railway, or on foot — the inspiration for 'America the Beautiful'

Afternoon
Garden of the Gods$~3 hrs

Walk among towering 300-million-year-old red sandstone formations at this free, iconic Colorado Springs park

🏨 Hotel in Colorado Springs

Downtown / Old Colorado City / Manitou Springs

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Travelers book: The Broadmoor $300-500/nightThe Mining Exchange, a Wyndham Grand Hotel $100-180/nightCliff House at Pikes Peak $150-280/night
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Day 12 Sun, Jul 12 Moderate Colorado Springs
Morning
The Broadmoor & Seven Falls$$~3 hrs

Visit the legendary Broadmoor resort and nearby Seven Falls — a series of seven cascading waterfalls in a box canyon

Afternoon
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo$$~3 hrs

Visit America's only mountain zoo, set at 6,800 feet with panoramic views and up-close giraffe feeding

$35 Verified Mar 2026
🏨 Hotel in Colorado Springs

Downtown / Old Colorado City / Manitou Springs

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Travelers book: The Broadmoor $300-500/nightThe Mining Exchange, a Wyndham Grand Hotel $100-180/nightCliff House at Pikes Peak $150-280/night
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Day 13 Mon, Jul 13 Full Colorado Springs
Morning
North Cheyenne Canon Park$~3 hrs

Hike through a dramatic 1,600-acre canyon park with waterfalls, wildlife, and access to Mount Cutler trail

Afternoon
Manitou Springs: App guided - half day$$~3 hrs

Spend a half-day exploring the top sights. With the help of your personalized App Guide, you can pick and choose what yo

🏨 Hotel in Colorado Springs

Downtown / Old Colorado City / Manitou Springs

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Travelers book: The Broadmoor $300-500/nightThe Mining Exchange, a Wyndham Grand Hotel $100-180/nightCliff House at Pikes Peak $150-280/night
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Day 14 Tue, Jul 14 Colorado Springs
Checkout & Depart

Check out of your hotel, grab a final breakfast, and head to the airport. Safe travels from Colorado Springs!

Where You’ll Stay

Estimated total: $1,576–$2,364

Trip Budget Estimate

$3,487 estimated total per person
$249 per day
Lodging $1,970
Activities $1,517

Estimates based on listed activity prices and hotel rates. Actual costs vary by season, availability, and personal spending.

Typical range for Colorado

$1,400 – $7,000 per person for 14 days

Budget: $100/day — Budget motels, fast-casual dining, public transport Mid-range: $250/day — Hotels, restaurants, car rental Luxury: $500/day — Resorts, fine dining, guided tours

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🧳 Practical Info for Colorado

📄 Visa
ESTA required for Visa Waiver Program countries. CA citizens visa-exempt. See US entry requirements.
💵 Tipping
18–20% tip expected at restaurants. Standard US tipping culture applies.
💱 Currency
US Dollar ($ USD). Cards accepted everywhere.
🔌 Power
120V, Type A/B plugs. EU/UK/AU travelers need an adapter.
📶 Connectivity
Good coverage in cities and ski resorts. Mountain passes and remote trails may lack signal.
🚨 Emergency
911 (general emergency)

🚗 Getting Around Colorado

🚗 Car

Car rental essential for mountain passes and national parks. AWD recommended in winter.

✈️ Flight

Denver International is the main hub. Eagle County (Vail) and Montrose (Telluride) have regional airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit?

Spring and fall offer the best weather and fewer crowds. Summer is peak season. Check regional weather patterns for specific conditions.

Do I need to rent a car?

A car is essential for road trips and national parks in the US. Public transit is limited outside major metro areas.

How much does a week cost?

Budget: $100-150/day. Mid-range: $200-350/day. Luxury: $500+/day. Costs vary significantly by region and season.

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