Private Winter Rocky Mountain Tours
Explore a winter wonderland in Rocky Mountain National Park
Join us for a private guided tour & snowshoe-like experience through the Rockies! You won’t forget this experience through a winter wonderland!
Experience Snow in the Rockies
Skip the stress of driving on icy roads and join Explore Estes for a private Winter Rocky Mountain National Park Tour! With our heated front and second-row seats, you’re sure to explore in comfort. We have a pre-planned itineraries that we take our Explorers through, but we can make small adjustments to give you a completely unique tour. See some wildlife you want to watch? Or maybe have a snowball fight! Just let us know and we will do whatever we can to give you and your party the most memorable experience that you can only get with Explore Estes.
Explore Winter Options
Winter Rocky Mountain Tour
November 1st – May 30th
4 – 5 hour private driving tour of iconic locations in Rocky Mountain National Park with small strolls.
Winter Tour + Sledding
December 1st – March 31st
4 – 5 hour private driving tour of iconic locations in Rocky Mountain National Park with up to 1 hour of sledding in the Hidden Valley.
Winter Rocky Mountain Tour
Private Tour available November 1st – May 30th:
Our general route on our 4 – 5 hour private winter tour picks you up at your location in Estes Park, takes you through beautiful meadows to see a freezing waterfall, you’ll be taken up the famous Trail Ridge Road as far as it is opened for the season, and if conditions allow, end with an easy snowshoe-like walk around a frozen Bear Lake or Sprague Lake. (Both flat & less than a mile) You will also get to visit the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center before heading back to Estes Park to shop for souvenirs!
Important Notes
This guided experience is not a hiking tour, and instead focuses on driving through the National Park with small strolls while learning about the stories and history of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. This tour has some flexibility for small itinerary adjustments, we can even remove the snowshoeing for your winter tour if you would like to stay in the warmth of our vehicle.
Here’s what to expect
Tour Overview
Group Size: 1 – 5 people maximum. Private tours only, you will not be with another group.
Tour Times: 9am Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Duration: 4 – 5 hours
Activity Level: Easy, small strolls rated as easy walks, with stops at photo spots and bathroom breaks.
Tour Highlights: Stanley Hotel viewpoint, Rocky Mountain National Park – Horseshoe Park & Falls, part of Trail Ridge Road, Moraine Park, Bear Lake or Sprague Lake, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. *This tour has some flexibility for small itinerary adjustments.
Vehicle: We tour our Explorers in the “Blubaru.” A 3-row 2020 Blue Subaru Ascent.
Food & Drinks: Complimentary bottled water will be provided. Food will not be provided, be sure to pack a sack lunch!
Permits: Explore Estes covers up to $15 per guest for National Park entry. Any remaining fees for non-US residents must be paid by the traveler at the park entrance. (International visitor fees – an additional $100 per passenger for a day pass or $250 total for an annual pass)
Equipment: Micro spikes and hiking poles will be used instead of snowshoes and are included for your tour to keep you safe while walking on icy surfaces. Hand warmers and ankle gaiters are also included to keep you warm & dry!
Park Support: 3% of your tour cost goes directly to Rocky Mountain National Park as part of our tour licensing, which directly supports conservation efforts and visitor services.
Investment: Adult – $155 | 12 & under- $95 | Infant 2 & under – Free
*Please note that we have a 2 adult minimum tour rate which applies to single passengers.
Winter Tour + Sledding
Private Tour available December 1st – March 31st:
Our general route on our 5 – 6 hour private winter sledding tour picks you up at your location in Estes Park, takes you through beautiful meadows to see a freezing waterfall, you’ll be taken up the famous Trail Ridge Road as far as it is opened for the season, enjoy up to an hour of sledding at the Hidden Valley, and if conditions allow, end with an easy snowshoe-like walk around a frozen Bear Lake or Sprague Lake. (Both flat & less than a mile) You will also get to visit the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center before heading back to Estes Park to shop for souvenirs!
SNOW PACK IS EXTREMELY LOW
Please contact us directly if you’re interested in booking this tour to ensure there is enough snow for sledding. Snow pack has been extremely low this year and there may not be snow in the snow play area for a sledding excursion.
Important Notes
This guided sledding experience is not a hiking tour, and instead focuses on driving through the National Park with small strolls while learning about the stories and history of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. This tour has some flexibility for small itinerary adjustments.
Here’s what to expect
Tour Overview
Group Size: 1 – 5 people maximum. Private tours only, you will not be with another group.
Tour Times: 9am Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Duration: 5 – 6 hours
Activity Level: Moderate, small strolls rated as easy walks, short walk up snow-covered sledding hill, stops at photo spots and bathroom breaks.
Tour Highlights: Stanley Hotel viewpoint, Rocky Mountain National Park – Horseshoe Park & Falls, part of Trail Ridge Road, Hidden Valley Snow Play Area, Moraine Park, Bear Lake or Sprague Lake, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. *This tour has some flexibility for small itinerary adjustments.
Vehicle: We tour our Explorers in the “Blubaru.” A 3-row 2020 Blue Subaru Ascent.
Food & Drinks: Complimentary bottled water will be provided. Food will not be provided, be sure to pack a sack lunch!
Permits: Explore Estes covers up to $15 per guest for National Park entry. Any remaining fees for non-US residents must be paid by the traveler at the park entrance. (International visitor fees – an additional $100 per passenger for a day pass or $250 total for an annual pass)
Equipment: Micro spikes and hiking poles will be used instead of snowshoes and are included for your tour to keep you safe while walking on icy surfaces. Hand warmers and ankle gaiters are also included to keep you warm & dry! 1 sled per person.
Park Support: 3% of your tour cost goes directly to Rocky Mountain National Park as part of our tour licensing, which directly supports conservation efforts and visitor services.
Investment: Adult – $175 | 12 & under- $95 | Infant 2 & under – Free
*Please note that we have a 2 adult minimum tour rate which applies to single passengers.
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Praise from Past Explorers
★★★★★
“We had a fabulous tour of RMNP. Our driver Riley allowed us to take in the sights without having to focus on the road. We went all the way to Alpine visitor center via Old Fall River Rd. Riley stopped at all the sights, always asking us what we wanted to do. He was accommodating to our wishes and made time for short walks and shopping in the visitor center. Riley’s brand new Suburu had an amazing sunroof that allowed a different view. The car was super comfortable. We would highly recommend this personalized tour!“
– Joni C.
★★★★★
“Riley definitely delivered the unique and personal tour of the Rocky Mountain National Park that he promised. He actually over-delivered! We felt like he was part of our extended family. He catered to our needs – my husband had recent knee surgery and didn’t think he could do much hiking. He took us to a couple of easy trails and made sure we saw the things we most wanted to see. He provided interesting narratives about the history, climate, animals and the people who made the Park what it is today. He was an excellent driver and his vehicle was spotless. It was a wonderful experience.“
– Rhonda D.
