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Colorado

Trip Information

Number of Nights: 8

Seasons: May – September

Start / End: Denver, Co

Average Price: $4100

Detailed Itinerary

Start: Denver, CO

Denver to Rocky Mountain: 70 miles

3 nights Rocky Mountain National Park

To start your road trip through Colorado, you will begin by spending three nights at the Rocky Mountain National Park. From its towering peaks to its lush forests, you will quickly be immersed in the beauty of nature as you explore this park. Learn more about Rocky Mountain National Park.

Rocky Mountain to Glenwood: 160 miles

2 nights Glenwood Springs

From there, you will drive to Glenwood Springs for two nights. This is the perfect destination after three days outdoors since you can take advantage of their geothermal hot springs by soaking in the pools and enjoying the spas. Once you feel rejuvenated, you can head back out to bike, kayak, raft, and more. Learn more about Glenwood Springs.

Glenwood to Redstone Area: 30 miles

2 nights Redstone/ Aspen Area

Next, you will enjoy two nights in the Redstone/ aspen area, one of the USA’s most famous ski areas. You will arrive before the snow, but there is still a vast array of outdoor activities to partake as well as world-class restaurants, high-end specialty stores, and a bustling nightlife. Learn more about Redstone / Aspen.

Aspen Area to Breckenridge: 140 miles

1 night Breckenridge

For your last night, you will drive to Breckenridge, a historic town considered one of the prettiest in the USA. Before heading back to Denver, you could also add three nights in Moab for an extra bit of adventure! Learn more about Breckenridge.

Breckenridge to Denver: 80 miles

End: Denver, CO

Trip Extensions

Beautiful Image taken at Arches National Park in Utah scaled from Tumbleweed Travel

3 nights Moab +$1,025

Between the two national parks, the stunning river, and the charming small-town hospitality, Moab is an excellent add on destination. You can easily visit the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks between attending the year-round events and eating the delicious southwestern food!

Learn more about Moab.