Sunrise Tour of Rocky Mountain National Park
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Sunrise Tour of Rocky Mountain National Park
By Tour Estes Park
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Ages 18-100
Duration: 3h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- National Park Reservation
What's not included- National Park Pass
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Option 1500 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USANear the pedestrian bridge from the parking garage
- Option 2Estes Park, CO 80517, USAWe can meet and finish anywhere in the Estes Valley
Pickup details- Anywhere in the Estes Valley or the Estes Park Visitor Center on 500 Big Thompson Ave
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- 500 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 242506P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 242506P3
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Itinerary
- 1Best Sunrise Tour: This tour begins by meeting your party at your lodge in Estes Park or at the Estes Park Visitor Center before sunrise and proceeding directly into Rocky Mountain National Park to breathtaking views looking east to greet the rising sun. We’ll take our time getting back stopping often to enjoy the scenery while we observe and photograph birds & animals, plants & geology and then arriving in Estes Park just in time for breakfast.
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- BackPacker4227630 contributionsIncredible TourSo glad we did this tour! My husband and I toured the Rocky Mountains with Bruce and it was truly unforgettable. The scenery was simply breathtaking. Bruce knew all the best spots for photo opportunities, and he made sure we had plenty of time to soak in the incredible views. We were surrounded by towering peaks and lush meadows. The sheer scale and beauty of the landscape were truly awe-inspiring. Bruce is a true educator, sharing insights into the geology, wildlife, and history of the Rockies. One of the most profound takeaways from our tour was a newfound respect for the circle of life. Bruce's explanations helped us see the mountains not just as a beautiful landscape, but as a complex and dynamic living system. This is a must see tour!Written 4 March 2025
- 972kazukiy0 contributionsThe most memorable and exciting thing in Estes ParkI and my wife had a great time with Bruce! We joined his tour when we visited Denver and Estes Park for the first time ever on our thanksgiving holidays, and this was definitely the most memorable and exciting thing we experienced there. Bruce is a very knowledgeable and kind person. He took us by his very clean car to some special places that we never be able to visit without him and he never bored us. Also, his talk and explanation in English was so clear and easy to understand for non-native English speakers like us.Written 28 January 2025
- Belinda T0 contributionsGreat tour!This tour is a must do!! Bruce our guide is extremely knowledgeable so we learned a lot. He was flexible as well trying to accommodate things that we wanted to doWritten 28 January 2025
- WendyRouadi0 contributionsGreat experience in the Rockies!I can’t stop telling friends about this trip! I was in Denver for work and wanted to see the park. Bruce tailored the trip for my level of fitness and gave me the opportunity to do something I had never done. This Florida girl learned how to snowshoe. Bruce was very knowledgeable about the area and his love for nature was contagious. He also gave me great recommendations for things to do afterwards. I would do this trip over and over again.Written 28 January 2025
- Angela F0 contributionsAmazing TourOur family really enjoyed our tour with Bruce! He was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot on the history of Estes National Park and the Rocky Mountains. This was our favorite part of the trip. We have recommended Bruce to another family who were first time visitors to Estes Park.Written 27 January 2025
- Cantongirl0 contributionsRecommend the tour and Bruce!We had a wonderful informative tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. Bruce was so knowledgeable about history, nature, and local information. The tour was definitely worth the expense.Written 27 January 2025
- Trail6007280 contributionsOnly Saw 2 Sights in 3 Hours but Very Friendly GuideI agree with other reviewers that Bruce is an incredibly kind guide. His self-professed speciality is the history of the town. However, our family tour was only of the park (by request) and logistics were challenging. Bruce is very knowledgeable about nature (trees, wolves, elk) but out of a 3 hour tour, we spent at least 1 hour in unnecessary lines. As a result we only went to 2 sites. He later admitted that he should have used a different park entrance which would have saved us 30 minutes since the the park had higher traffic that day. This was after I specifically told him that the purpose of spending $450 was to make to best use of the hours we had and avoid stumbling around. He had confirmed we could see more sights with him as a guide and this did not work out well.Written 6 January 2025
- caitlinwR4650OQ0 contributionsAmazing tour!! 10/10!!Bruce was so informative!! This was my friends and I's first time in Estes Park and Bruce showed us all the good spots plus telling us about all the history of Rocky Mountain National Park. He was even kind enough to take us to one of his favorite coffee shops when we woke up a little late and didn't have time to eat before the tour. He was so accommodating with what we wanted to do and what we wanted to see. You definitely cannot go wrong booking a tour with Bruce!Written 5 November 2024
- cindysA8075AA0 contributionsGreat tour!Great tour! Bruce was engaging and knowledgeable. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend - or go again if in town. Learned far more than I expected.Written 2 November 2024
- shelbysY7915DC0 contributionsHoneymoon in EstesWe had a blast on our private tour with Bruce! He was so informative and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide! Highly recommended going on this tour, you will not regret!Written 1 November 2024
- jodis310 contributionsEnjoyable tour.Bruce was amazing! It was so nice for both my husband and I to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park without having to drive and actually learning about what we were seeing. Thanks for a wonderful morning!Written 16 September 2024
- Margaret W0 contributionsFun/informative tourBruce gave us so much information. It was interesting. Well worth the money for us. I think we got to see all the best views when in a vehicle. It was so nice not to worry about the driving.Written 11 September 2024
- James L0 contributionsWonderful tour of RMNPBruce was very knowledgeable and kind about our age and little dog. He found our parking spot rather than insisting that we find his.Written 3 September 2024
- E3743JKjamesj0 contributionsOutstanding Tour of the RMNP and Estes Park.Met us right on time, great communication. Very comfortable vehicle and plenty of room as we moved around a few historical sights in town and then ventured into the park. Bruce was very knowledgeable of the history of the park which increased the value of the tour. He showed us everything from geology to animals, to the hot spots of the park. He never rushed, asked us if there was anything specific we wanted to see or know. We highly recommend Tour Estes Park.Written 31 August 2024
- 436hayd_ef0 contributionsFabulous!Bruce was charming and full of interesting information. Car was new, spotless and super quiet, we stopped all along the way up looking at the incredible views. Was so glad not to be driving those winding switchbacks. A little hair raising to be doing that while also trying to look around at the snow capped peaks, elk and big horn sheep.Written 23 August 2024
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erica v
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Feb 2025 • Family
Bruce's custom, tailored tour made our family trip memorable. His passion and knowledge of the area were above our expectations. He expertly maneuvered through the snow to show us parts of the park little know about. His communication and thoughtfulness prior to our tour were very appreciated. He even alerted us to a huge gang of elk in town days before our tour, which was a highlight of our trip.
Written 9 February 2025
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Thank you so much and I'm glad you enjoyed your time with me in Estes Park! After 12 years of guiding folks here and in Rocky Mountain National Park I still get great satisfaction in the joy I help to instill in my guests
Written 18 February 2025
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Jessica W
Farmington Hills, MI8 contributions
Mar 2022
Bruce was fantastic! He provided everything he promises and more! We started out the morning with a beautiful sunrise from the best point in the park, spent a good chunk of the time snowshoeing off trail where we were able to see elk and tracks of other wildlife, then finished off the tour with a quick drive through a couple of historic points in Estes Park. Throughout the our, Bruce provided facts about the nature and wildlife of the park, the history of the park, and history of the town of Estes Park.
I felt safest all times and all equipment was provided for a stress-free experience.
I felt safest all times and all equipment was provided for a stress-free experience.
Written 12 March 2022
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Thank you! It was a great morning and I'm really glad you enjoyed yourself
Written 30 March 2022
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Pamela F
Gaithersburg, MD21 contributions
Bruce was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about the park, wildlife, fauna and terrain. He is very personable and my husband and I enjoyed his company and knowledge. I absolutely loved the tour and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys personal service. Thank you Bruce for a wonderful
time at Rocky Mountain National Park
time at Rocky Mountain National Park
Written 24 July 2023
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jojo
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July 2023 • Couples
Bruce, our tour guide, picked us up at our hotel as promised. The Sunrise tour was a good choice as the park was not crowded at that hour. He brought us to areas where we could see Elk in their habitat. He shared info about the plant /tree growth in different elevations ( tundra) . He brought us to the continental divide. The experience of being in the majestic Rockies was one that will remain with us forever. Thanks, Bruce.
Written 2 August 2023
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Karen L
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AMAZING! Best way to get a beautiful introduction to the park. Bruce was great. He picked us up, knew the best spots and had a lot of interesting facts. Highly recommend.
Written 12 July 2024
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July 2023 • Friends
Sadie was a very knowledgeable friendly guide who totally made the trip worth while.
Would definitely recommend and do this trip again!
Would definitely recommend and do this trip again!
Written 13 July 2023
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triste r
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This was a wonderful tour not only the sunrise but Bruce is a wealth of wonderful knowledge. We learned so much and he made sure to find ALL of the animals!
Written 25 June 2022
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