Day 1
Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs
1 Night
Explore the iconic red rock formations of Garden of the Gods, a National Natural Landmark with stunning mountain backdrop.
Today's Schedule
7:00 AM
Garden of the Gods Sunrise
3 hours
10:30 AM
Balanced Rock & Siamese Twins
1.5 hours
12:30 PM
Lunch at Garden Cafe
1 hour
2:00 PM
Manitou Springs & Cliff Dwellings
2.5 hours
5:00 PM
Old Colorado City Art Walk
2 hours
7:30 PM
Farm-to-Table Dinner
2 hours
Captured Moments
Local Cuisine
Rocky Mountain TroutBison BurgerCraft Beer
Must Visit
Garden of the GodsManitou SpringsCliff Dwellings
Day 2
Pikes Peak Summit
Colorado Springs
1 Night
Conquer America's Mountain via the Pikes Peak Highway or Cog Railway for breathtaking views that inspired 'America the Beautiful'.
Today's Schedule
7:00 AM
Pikes Peak Cog Railway or Drive
4 hours
12:00 PM
Summit House & Famous Donuts
1 hour
2:00 PM
North Cheyenne Cañon Park
2.5 hours
5:00 PM
Seven Falls
2 hours
7:30 PM
Dinner Downtown
2 hours
Captured Moments
Local Cuisine
Pikes Peak DonutsGreen ChiliElk Steak
Must Visit
Pikes PeakSeven FallsCheyenne Cañon
Day 3
Military History & Nature
Colorado Springs
1 Night
Visit the US Air Force Academy and Olympic Training Center, then enjoy outdoor adventures in the surrounding wilderness.
Today's Schedule
9:00 AM
US Air Force Academy & Chapel
2.5 hours
12:00 PM
US Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
1.5 hours
2:00 PM
Lunch in Downtown
1 hour
3:30 PM
Red Rock Canyon Open Space
2.5 hours
6:30 PM
Farewell Dinner & Sunset
2.5 hours
Captured Moments
Local Cuisine
BBQ RibsColorado Peach CobblerLocal Wine
Must Visit
Air Force AcademyOlympic Training CenterRed Rock Canyon
Extend Your Journey
Denver
1h drive north
Royal Gorge Bridge
1h drive southwest