Pikes Peak Jeep Tour from Colorado Springs: Summit at 14,115 feet

Nineteen miles up Pikes Peak Highway, stops for views, the summit visitor center and restaurant at 14,115 feet

A Pikes Peak Jeep tour from Colorado Springs takes you up the 19-mile highway to the summit at 14,115 feet with an expert guide and driver handling the route. The tour includes park entrance, water, snacks and photo stops along the way. You sit back in an air-conditioned Jeep while the guide points out the best vistas of the Rocky Mountains, Mount Evans and Longs Peak. Groups stay small at up to four guests, and the drive takes three to four hours round-trip.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pikes Peak Summit Jeep Tour

• Explore Manitou Springs town
• Drive 19 miles up Pikes Peak Highway
• Stop for photos and fresh air
• Enjoy panoramic summit views
• Visit summit visitor center and gift shop
• Eat at summit restaurant

The experience

Start in Manitou Springs, the mountain town nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, where the tour picks you up. From there, the Jeep climbs the 19-mile Pikes Peak Highway with stops along the way so you can step out, breathe the high-altitude air and photograph the views opening up as you gain elevation. Your guide points out the landmarks (Mount Evans, Longs Peak, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains), and knows where the light hits best for photos.

At the summit, 14,115 feet above sea level, the visitor center, gift shop and restaurant are all open. You can grab food and a drink while standing at a point higher than any other place east of this longitude in the United States. The panoramic views stretch across the Rocky Mountains on a clear day. The Jeep stays air-conditioned on the way up, and on good weather days it converts to an open-air roof so you're not looking through glass.

The guide and driver handle all the logistics: no navigating the switchbacks, no hunting for parking, no worrying about gas. Bottled water, Gatorade and snacks come with you. The park entrance fee is already paid. Groups max out at four guests, so the Jeep never feels crowded.

What’s included

• Expert guide and driver.
• Pikes Peak National Park entrance fee.
• bottled water and Gatorade.
• snacks.
• air-conditioned Jeep with leather seating.
• point-to-point transportation from your pickup location.
• photo stops along the 19-mile highway.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private ExperienceUp to 8 people · Guide in English · 8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Get a personalized adventure with expert guides and stunning views. Ideal for anyone wanting more space, families, or simply greater privacy. Pickup is included.

Colorado Springs: Luxury Jeep Tours on Pikes PeakUp to 3 people · Guide in English · Available from 3 Nov · 15:00

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00

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AgesAdult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2)

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Rapp Tour Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to reach the 14,115-foot summit without driving the switchbacks yourself or managing parking and gas. The guide handles the route and knows where the views open up best, so you focus on the mountains instead of the road.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How high is the Pikes Peak summit?

Pikes Peak rises to 14,115 feet above sea level, higher than any point in the United States east of its longitude. The summit features a visitor center, gift shop and restaurant where you can eat while taking in the views.

What happens during the drive up Pikes Peak Highway?

The 19-mile drive includes photo stops along the way so you can take in the views and the high-altitude air. Your guide points out the Rocky Mountains, Mount Evans, Longs Peak and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains as you climb.

What's included in the Pikes Peak Jeep tour?

The tour includes an expert guide and driver, park entrance fee, bottled water, Gatorade, snacks, air-conditioned vehicle and point-to-point transportation from your pickup location. Photo stops are built into the route.

How long does the Pikes Peak tour take?

The tour runs three to four hours round-trip, covering the 19-mile drive up Pikes Peak Highway with stops, time at the summit, and the return to Manitou Springs.

Can I ride in an open Jeep on this tour?

On good weather days, the Jeep converts to a sky-touch open roof so you're not looking through glass at the views. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and the choice depends on conditions on the day of your tour.

What's Manitou Springs like, where the tour starts?

Manitou Springs is a mountain town at the base of Pikes Peak with eclectic streets, vibrant art, unique boutiques, charming eateries and natural spring waters flowing throughout. It's the pickup point for the tour.