Rocky Mountain and Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

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Rocky Mountain and Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

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8h
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Overview

Discover Colorado’s most majestic landscapes within easy driving distance of Denver with this pair of self-guided driving tours of Rocky Mountain National Park and Garden of the Gods! In the Rockies, you’ll soar to astonishing heights, stop by the famous Bear Lake, and experience snow-capped vistas. In the Garden of the Gods, you’ll witness stunning red rock formations like the jaw-dropping Montezuma Tower and physics-defying Balanced Rock.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Activity location

Garden of the Gods
- 1805 N. 30th St.,
- 80904-1247, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

3032 Gateway Rd
- 3032 Gateway Road
- 80904, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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Rocky Mountain and Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours in English

8h
Opening hours: Fri 6:00-21:00
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

RM 102.18 x 1 TravellerRM 102.18

Total

What's included, what's not

Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Timed Entry Reservations: In 2026, a timed entry reservation is required to access certain areas of Rocky Mountain National Park during designated hours from May 22 through mid-October. Check the official National Park Service website for details.
Winter Road Closure: Trail Ridge Road is closed to through traffic during winter. Check current road conditions before visiting. Our winter audio tour remains available and begins at the park’s east entrance.
Seasonal Closures: Some park areas may be temporarily or seasonally closed. Check the latest park updates before your visit.
International Visitors: Beginning in 2026, additional fees may apply to non-U.S. residents. Check the official National Park Service website for current details.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

Activity itinerary

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center

10m
Admission ticket not included

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, also known as Rocky Mountain National Park Administration Building, is the park headquarters and principal visitors center of Rocky Mountain National Park in central northern Colorado.

Beaver Creek (Pass by)

Up next are Beaver Ponds, featuring an easy boardwalk through secluded, very pretty wetlands. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Deer Mountain Trail (Pass by)

The first hiking trail you'll reach is the Deer Mountain Trailhead, which leads up 1,000 feet to some spectacular views from a mountainous summit.

Rocky Mountains

10m
Admission ticket not included

Welcome to Rocky Mountain National Park! This tour will take you through the most picturesque stretch of this majestic mountain range. Get ready for stunning vistas, lush meadows, and prime wildlife-spotting! Note: The tour is over 40+ miles long, with more than 60+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Many Parks Curve Overlook (Pass by)

You'll arrive next at the Many Parks Curve Overlook, which offers stunning views of not one or two but three gorgeous mountain meadows.

Rainbow Curve Overlook (Pass by)

The next overlook you'll reach is Rainbow Curve Overlook, which sits right at the altitude beyond which most trees can no longer grow. Suffice to say it boasts some pretty incredible views!

Ute Trail (Pass by)

At the next trail, the Ute Trailhead, you'll learn about the Ute tribe which once called the Rockies home.

Forest Canyon Overlook (Pass by)

Continuing on, you'll come to the Forest Canyon Overlook, featuring a vista from 12,000 feet up. You'll also get some facts about the Arapaho tribe while taking in the views.

Lava Cliffs Overlook (Pass by)

Your route takes you next to the Lava Cliffs Overlook. You might not think "lava" when you think of the Rocky Mountains, but these 28 million year-old cliffs are sure to change your mind about that!

Gore Range Overlook (Pass by)

Next, you'll arrive at the Gore Range Overlook. This ominously-named range gets its name from the deep red coloring it takes on at certain times of the day, and you might just catch sight of that striking image while visiting!

Alpine Visitor Center (Pass by)

You'll pass the Alpine Visitor Center next. This isn't just a great place to stop for snacks and restrooms, it's also the highest-elevation visitor center in any US national park!

Medicine Bow Curve (Pass by)

At the Medicine Bow Curve, up next, you won't want to leave your camera in the car! This vista is so high up you can see the state of Wyoming from it!

Forest Canyon Overlook (Pass by)

Ever seen an alpine lake? That's next, at Poudre Lake. This lake is so high up that it freezes all the way through, top to bottom, each winter.

Farview Curve Overlook (Pass by)

Continuing on, you'll arrive at Fairview Curve Viewpoint, offering an excellent look at the Never Summer Mountain Range.

Colorado River Trail (Pass by)

The next trail leads to some great views of the famous Colorado River. Here, you'll also learn some of that river's surprising history.

Holzwarth Historic Site (Pass by)

More history waits ahead, at the Holzwarth Historic Site. Once the home of a small family, this became one of the nation's first dude ranches before the area was a national park.

Bowen-Baker Trailhead (Pass by)

Up next is the Bowen/Baker Trailhead, marking the start of one of the park's longest trails. Experienced hikers looking for a challenge will definitely want to check this one out!

Coyote Valley Trail (Pass by)

The next trail, the Coyote Valley Trail, is a great choice for hikers looking for an easier, shorter journey. This trek also has opportunities for fishing!

Onahu Trailhead (Pass by)

The Ute and the Arapaho weren't the only tribes to call the Rockies home. You'll learn about another, the Onahu, at the Onahu Trailhead up next.

Grand Lake (Pass by)

The main tour concludes in the town of Grand Lake, which has all the amenities you'll need after a long, rewarding day in the Rockies.

Moraine Park Museum (Pass by)

If you chose to take the Bear Lake detour, you'll come first to the Moraine Park Amphitheater, which dates all the way back to the park's earliest days.

Bear Lake Trailhead (Pass by)

After that you'll come to Cub Lake Trailhead, where you'll learn about the lasting damage caused by wildfires within the park.

Fern Lake (Pass by)

Beyond that is Fern Lake Trailhead, the perfect stop for hikers looking for a bit of peace and quiet away from the crowds.

Odessa Lake-Flattop Mountain Junc. (Pass by)

As you follow the route, you'll find it hard to miss Eagle Cliff Mountain, named for the golden eagles and bald eagles which can frequently be seen in this area.

Eagle Cliff Mountain (Pass by)

Looking for a picturesque picnic spot? You'll find it next, at Hollowell Park.

Hollowell Park (Pass by)

A relaxing destination with many picnic tables and excellent views of Mill Creek Basin below Longs Peak.

Sprague Lake (Pass by)

Continuing on, you'll come to Sprague Lake, one of the best spots in the entire park to catch the sunrise. If you can get here early enough, it's highly recommended!

Bear Lake Trailhead (Pass by)

After that is the Bierstadt Lake Trailhead. This lake is every bit as beautiful as Sprague Lake, and tends to have fewer visitors, so be sure to stop by if you want to enjoy a bit of wilderness solitude.

Glacier Gorge Junction Trailhead (Pass by)

The next trail, at Glacier Gorge Junction, offers a great trek through the park's famous quaking aspens. These iconic aspens are among the hardiest trees around!

Bear Lake Trailhead (Pass by)

Finally, you'll arrive at Bear Lake. This immense lake is a phenomenal spot to end your journey, get a few final photos, and bask in the pristine beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

Garden of the Gods

10m
Admission ticket not included

The Central Gardens is an easy, two-mile trail through the heart of the Garden of the Gods. It’s an excellent introduction into this fantastic place, giving us a chance to see some of the most famous formations in the park. Note: This 6.5-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Garden of the Gods in 1-2 hours.

Kissing Camels Golf Course (Pass by)

The first thing to know is that the two camels aren’t actually two different rocks. At one time, they looked no different than the rest of this rock face. But there was a small crack within one layer of the sandstone. A crack so small it was practically invisible.

Siamese Twins Trail (Pass by)

The Siamese Twins Trail is ahead on our right. This mile-long trail takes about 20 minutes, and features two amazing rocky spires. Turn into the parking lot on the right if you’d like to hike the trail.

Balanced Rock (Pass by)

It’s impossible to miss Balanced Rock from here. This huge formation appears to balance impossibly on a red sandstone platform. So how does it do it? Despite the name and appearance, this rock is actually not balancing. It’s all part of one formation!

Giant Footprints (Pass by)

The Giant Footprints looks like another rock formation, but something’s a little off-kilter. Literally! Ordinarily the strata of rock are horizontal, like a lasagna. But here, they’re diagonal, pointing at a 45-degree angle. It's like a giant stepped on a loose floorboard.

South Gateway Rock (Pass by)

South Gateway Rock, which we passed earlier. Notice all the little pockmarks in the face of it? Those actually point to one of the more challenging features of climbing this kind of sandstone.

Location

Activity location

Garden of the Gods
- 1805 N. 30th St.,
- 80904-1247, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

3032 Gateway Rd
- 3032 Gateway Road
- 80904, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Grand Lake Visitor Center
- 14700 U.S. 34
- 80447, Grand Lake, Colorado, United States
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
- 1000 U.S. 36
- 80517, Estes Park, Colorado, United States

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