Rocky Mountain Festival

DAY 1: WELCOME TO DENVER

Fly to the Mile High City for dinner and an overnight stay. D

DAY 2: EXPERIENCE DENVER

Today, discover Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where a remarkable stage is nestled among towering red rocks, offering unparalleled views of the sky and surrounding landscapes for an awe-inspiring experience. Learn about one of the Wild West’s biggest showmen at the Buffalo Bill Museum, and learn about how he promoted the west through shows all around the world. From the museum, gaze out at some of the best views of Denver’s landscape. B, L

DAY 3: ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Colorado’s beauty is on full display during a guided tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. See some of America’s tallest peaks and watch for elk along “the Highway to the Sky.” Continue your journey to Fort Collins to explore its historic Old Town, the inspiration for Disneyland’s Main Street USA. Wrap up your day by settling in and unpacking for a comfortable two-night stay in Fort Collins. B, D

DAY 4: GREELEY STAMPEDE (JULY); ESTES PARK ELK FESTIVAL (SEPT)

Enjoy a fun-filled day of local celebrations in the Rocky Mountains! Travelers in July will experience the annual Independence Day tradition at the Greeley Stampede, the premier rodeo experience of the American West. Travelers in September will get a taste of local flavor at the Estes Park Elk Fest, filled with vendors, live music, food, and even elk bugling contests! B

DAY 5: COLORADO SPRINGS

Our adventure continues in Colorado Springs. Visit the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum, a state-of-the-art facility celebrating the inspiring stories of America’s athletes. Explore interactive exhibits, view memorabilia, and engage with multimedia displays that highlight athletes’ achievements and journeys. Tonight, we’ll reconvene for a Chuckwagon Supper and an Original Western Stage Show at the Flying W Ranch. B, D

DAY 6: PIKES PEAK/GARDEN OF THE GODS

It’s no surprise that the song “America the Beautiful” was inspired by the views from Pikes Peak. Experience it yourself as we board the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, which has transported thousands to
the 14,115 ft summit since 1891. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the Garden of the Gods, one of the most photographed natural wonders of the United States. B, L

DAY 7: “MAIN STREET OF KANSAS”

With memories of our Rocky Mountain Adventure, we head towards home along I-70, the “Main Street of Kansas” for dinner and an overnight stay. B, D

DAY 8: EISENHOWER LIBRARY

Upon his homecoming speech in June of 1945, Ike said, “The proudest thing that I can claim is that I am from Abilene.” Today visit the Dwight D. Eisenhower presidential library, museum, and boyhood home, before returning home. B

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Nights 1-2: Embassy Suites, Downtown Denver, CO
Night 3-4: Marriott, Fort Collins, CO
Nights 5-6: Hilton Garden Inn, Colorado Springs, CO
Night 7: Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Abilene, KS

Dates

• Depart: July 1, 2025
• Return: July 8, 2025

AND

• Depart: September 24, 2025
• Return: October 1, 2025

Price Per Person

• Double $2,779
• Triple/Quad $2,489
• Single $3,539

*Price includes airfare from STL/MCI

Helpful Hints
Imagine what you will discover on your 9-mile journey to Pikes Peak. Take in the beautiful scenery and the range of wildlife. Perhaps you will see fox, coyotes, elk, bighorn sheep, or yellow-bellied marmots.

At the visitor center of the Garden of the Gods, embark on a journey through one billion years in just 15 minutes at the Geo-Trekker theater. Dive deep into molten magma to encounter dinosaurs, ancient marine creatures, and more. Then, ascend above the Garden of the Gods for some of the most incredible aerial footage around. This fascinating presentation is suitable for all audiences and showcases millions of years of local geology.

Have you ever been to a rodeo? The Greeley Stampede will feature authentic rodeo events, like bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, and barrel racing!

At the Buffalo Bill Museum, hear early recordings of his voice, introducing the Wild West show and the “Buffalo Bill Farewell March," played during the 1912 performance season.

Weather
Temperatures may range from highs in the 80s and lows in the 50s.

Elevation
Elevations will reach up to over 6000 feet. Our visit to Pikes Peak will reach elevation of 14,115 feet.

Transportation
This tour departs via plane and returns via coach.

Mobility
Moderate walking required for this tour. Walking at times may be on uneven and unpaved surfaces. Caution is advised.

To fully enjoy your Sunrise Tours vacation, you should be in good physical health and be able to walk at a steady pace for up to a mile at a time and be able to manage steps to board/de-board the motorcoach several times a day. Those who have difficulty walking should discuss their personal situation with their doctor before registering.

Other General Information

We will send 3 key communications for your tour; “Get Ready” is your email confirmation and initial tour information sent upon registration, “Get Set” email will be sent about two months before departure, “Go” trip documentation mailing is sent via USPS 3-4 weeks before departure and will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags and final departure information.

Travel Protection is optional and highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer Travel Guard from AIG, which costs 8.5% of your tour, information about which will be sent with Get Ready email.

Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes: Professional Sunrise Tour Director, meals as indicated, local step on guides including gratuity (international tour guide gratuity inclusion vary by tour), deluxe motorcoach transportation w/rest room, admission to activities and events as indicated, airfare from designated airports, transportation to/from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*, luggage handling at hotels when available

We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and our staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver may be $5-$7per person, per day on tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers appreciate gratuities (suggest $5 per person) for excellent service as well. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or pass out envelopes.

We are happy to offer refreshments on most motorcoach travel days on tour. We recommend you bring a refillable water bottle to maintain healthy hydration.

If less than 4 people request a pickup point, we may ask that you choose another pickup point from which to join your Sunrise Tour.

If you would like to join a tour from a city not listed as a departure point, we would love to have you along! Please discuss arrangements with our friendly reservation team. From a departure city not listed, typical airfare will be +$100 higher than our published fare for domestic tours, and +$200 for international tours.

If you have a TSA precheck or Airline Rewards numbers, you MUST give those numbers to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure, otherwise they may not be applied.

Preferred seating may not be available on group air. In some cases, seats are not assigned until the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy seat on the flight; it does not include seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available at an additional cost.

To help make our tours the most comfortable in the business, we limit Sunrise Tours motorcoaches to 80% capacity, or 44 passengers on a coach built for 55. We reserve the right to amend this practice.

Your Tour Director will rotate seats on the motorcoach each day of your tour. A single fare does not guarantee two seats on coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.