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Colorado Springs: Seven Falls Zipline & Rappel TourYou’ll feel your pulse quicken as you zip high above Seven Falls Canyon in Colorado Springs, crossing wild suspension bridges and finishing with a 180-foot assisted rappel. With a local guide leading and all equipment included, every moment feels both safe and exhilarating — even if your hands shake a little at first.
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour & Canyon StopsYou’ll ride open-air through Colorado Springs’ foothills with a local guide, stopping at Garden of the Gods’ wild red rocks and echoing railroad tunnels. Feel pine-scented air on your face in North Cheyenne Canyon, wander quirky Manitou Springs, and share stories along bumpy roads. Expect laughter, little surprises—and maybe a quiet moment you’ll remember later.
Pikes Peak Jeep Tour: Summit views with guide and stopsA 3-hour Pikes Peak jeep tour with a live guide includes the scenic drive up the highway, several photo stops, and time to walk the summit complex and its surrounding platform. Groups max out at 8 people (4 per jeep, two jeeps running), and all entry fees are included. The guide shares the mountain's history and folklore during the drive and at the summit, then leaves you to explore before heading back down. Not recommended for travelers with heart conditions or serious cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Book the shared tour if you want the guide's stories and the company of other travelers without the cost of a private jeep. Choose the private option if you're traveling with one or two others and prefer not to share the vehicle or the guide's attention.
Colorado Springs: Downtown Food Tour & Local Art WalkYou’ll wander downtown Colorado Springs with a local guide, tasting everything from craft lemonade to chef-inspired bites and skipping lines at favorite spots. Hear stories about Pikes Peak and see murals tucked in alleys as you stroll between stops. Expect laughter, unexpected flavors, and maybe even a new appreciation for this city’s creative side.
Pikes Peak & Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour Colorado SpringsYou ride an open Jeep to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak on the historic highway, spend time at the top with views that inspired "America The Beautiful," then descend through Garden of the Gods Park. The tour includes a local guide, wool blankets, water, and snacks, and runs in the morning when light and weather are most stable. Plan for about four to five hours total.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to see both Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods in one morning without driving the mountain road yourself or arranging separate entry to each site—the fixed schedule and included guide are what make both stops fit into a single trip.
Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour: Waterfalls & Rock FormationsA guided jeep tour through Garden of the Gods and surrounding Colorado Springs takes you past red rock formations, a waterfall, and into Manitou Springs and downtown historic towns where you taste natural mineral springs. The tour runs two hours with a live English-speaking guide, stops for photos and exploration, and fits up to eight passengers; you choose a morning, midday or afternoon departure.Is it for me?Book the 9am departure if you want to see the rock formations in morning light and have the rest of your day free; the noon tour suits a late breakfast; the 3pm slot works if you're exploring Colorado Springs in the morning and want to end the day with the tour.
Garden of the Gods & Manitou Springs Jeep Tour with Old Stage RoadYou’ll ride through Garden of the Gods’ surreal red rocks, wander quirky Manitou Springs for a taste of natural mineral water, then climb into Colorado’s forests on Old Stage Road—all with a local guide and snacks along the way. Expect laughter, small surprises, and moments that linger after you’re home.
Colorado Springs: Falconry Class & Hands-On Bird DemoYou’ll get close enough to feel a real falcon’s weight on your arm during this hands-on class near Colorado Springs. Learn from a licensed falconer in a small group, watch hawks fly free over open fields, and hear stories about ancient traditions. It’s not just watching — you’ll actually put on the glove yourself.
Colorado High Country Jeep Tour: Off-Road Pike ForestThis is a 3-hour off-road Jeep tour through Colorado High Country's Pike National Forest, led by a local guide who takes you along historic rail beds, through mountain streams and into abandoned mining tunnels and townsites of the Old West. The tour runs weekdays only, requires a minimum of two people per booking, and welcomes children from age 1. A local guide in English narrates the route.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the history and landscape commentary without translation. Weekday departures keep the group small and the ride less crowded, which suits anyone who wants to move around the Jeep and take photos without jostling for space.
Ziplining at Seven Falls: 8 lines and 2 suspension bridgesZipline the Combo course at Seven Falls in Colorado, a four-hour adventure with 8 zip-lines ranging from 250 to 1,800 feet, 2 suspension bridges, and a 180-ft assisted rappel. The course follows the canyon's geologic features, and a professional guide leads the progression from shorter, slower lines to longer, faster ones at height. Weight must fall between 90 and 250 pounds; arrive 15 minutes early for safety orientation and ground school before you step onto the first platform.Is it for me?You control your own speed on all eight lines and the rappel, so pick this if you want hands-on control rather than being guided through—the guide teaches technique but you're managing the descent.
Manitou Springs & Garden of the Gods: E-Bike Tour, Springs TastingYou’ll ride pedal-assist e-bikes through Garden of the Gods and Manitou Springs with a local guide who actually knows all those backstories. Taste mineral spring water straight from the source, catch sight of Pikes Peak in full glory, and pause for stories or laughs along the way. If you want a day that feels both easygoing and kind of epic—it’s this one.
Garden of the Gods: Guided E-Bike Tour with Manitou Springs StopsYou’ll ride an easy-to-use e-bike through Garden of the Gods’ dramatic red rocks with a local guide who brings history to life. Take in sweeping views of Pikes Peak, taste Manitou Springs’ famous mineral water, and stop for stories along the way. It’s an active day full of small surprises and big scenery—you might even leave with a new favorite spot.
Garden of the Gods Electric Bike Tour: Official PartnerAn electric bike tour through Garden of the Gods Park led by a local guide who stops at the park's signature overlooks and rock formations. The operator is the official bike partner with Garden of the Gods Visitor Center and has run e-bike tours here longer than any other company. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours and includes a top-of-the-line electric bike, helmet, sunscreen and water.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see all the park's signature formations and overlooks without the physical strain of a standard bike—the electric motor and a local guide who knows the geology make the 2- to 3-hour ride accessible and unhurried. The official partnership with Garden of the Gods means you're riding with the company that has run more e-bike tours here than any other.
Colorado Springs: Walking Ghost & History Tour DowntownYou’ll walk downtown Colorado Springs with a local guide who brings ghost stories and hidden history to life at stops like the Old Depot and Rabbit Hole. Expect laughter, little surprises, and a new way to see familiar streets — plus wheelchair access so everyone can join in.
Pikes Peak Highway: Guided Scenic Tour with Summit HouseYou’ll wind up Pikes Peak Highway with a local guide who knows every curve and story along the way. Expect plenty of stops for photos and wildlife spotting, plus time at Summit House for fresh doughnuts and huge views. The pace is relaxed—snacks included—and there’s always room to pause or laugh at a Bigfoot joke before heading higher.
Garden of the Gods: Segway Tour Juniper Loop & Scenic StopsYou’ll glide on a Segway through Garden of the Gods with a local guide, stopping at iconic spots like Kissing Camels and Park Overlook. Expect stories about Colorado Springs’ wild past, unexpected wildlife sightings, and plenty of time to soak up those wild red rock views. It’s mellow-paced, includes helmet use and safety training—and leaves you with more than just photos.
Colorado Springs: Cocktails & Tacos Walking Tour Tejon StreetYou’ll stroll downtown Colorado Springs with a local guide, tasting three different tacos paired with creative cocktails at lively spots along Tejon Street. Hear stories of Prohibition-era mischief, see city views from a rooftop bar, and swap laughs over chips and queso. It’s more than just tacos—it’s an afternoon full of flavor, history, and those little moments you’ll want to remember.
Manitou Springs Zipline Tour: Five Lines Over Alpine CanyonA zipline activity in Manitou Springs, Colorado, where you cross five cliff-to-cliff lines over an alpine canyon at varying heights, with a local guide, all equipment provided, and short nature hikes between each run. The course sits at over 6,700 feet elevation and takes about 90 minutes. At least two people are required to book, and participants must be at least 6 years old and between 40 and 250 pounds.Is it for me?Five separate ziplines at varying heights with short hikes between them let you experience the canyon from multiple angles without leaving the location.
Colorado Springs: Pikes Peak Jeep Tour with Summit StopYou’ll ride in a comfy open Jeep from Colorado Springs up Pikes Peak Highway with a local guide who knows every turn. Wander through Manitou Springs’ artsy streets, breathe thin mountain air as you climb past forests and rock faces, then stand at 14,115 feet with nothing but wind and sky around you. Includes pickup, snacks, drinks, and time to explore the summit visitor center.
Garden of the Gods eBike Tour: Trek E-Bikes Around Red RockAn electric bike tour around Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs where you ride Trek E-bikes along paved roads around 300-foot sandstone formations, with a guide explaining the park's history and geology. The pedal-assist system handles the climbing while you steer the route and stop for views of Pikes Peak and Balanced Rock. All safety equipment, water and the bike are included; the tour runs about 3 hours and suits any fitness level.Is it for me?The 3-hour timeframe fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, leaving time for lunch or another Colorado Springs stop. The pedal-assist system means you climb without exhaustion, so the ride suits anyone who wants to see the park's formations up close but doesn't want a strenuous hike or a car-window tour.
