60 days in Colorado Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the "Mile-High City," Denver sits at an altitude of 1,600 m (5,280 ft) above sea level, located right where the Great Plains give way to the Rocky Mountains.

Kids will appreciate attractions like River Rafting & Tubing and Denver Botanic Gardens. Explore Denver's surroundings by going to Argo Mill and Tunnel (in Idaho Springs), Evergreen Lake (in Evergreen) and Boulder (Boulder Arts and Crafts Gallery, Boulder Creek Path, &more). The adventure continues: see the sky in a new way at Denver Museum of Nature & Science, admire all the interesting features of Mount Evans Scenic Byway, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount Evans.

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Boston to Denver is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Boston to Denver, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Boston, expect somewhat warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Denver, ranging from highs of 83°F to lows of 55°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can go by car to Colorado Springs.

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Garden of the Gods and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park & River Rafting & Tubing), Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine (in Cripple Creek) and Red Rocks Group Campground (in Woodland Park). Pack the 15th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. There's much more to do: admire all the interesting features of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, get engrossed in the history at U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, take in the dramatic natural features at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, and enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

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Traveling by car from Denver to Colorado Springs takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and flight. In June, daytime highs in Colorado Springs are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Steamboat Springs.

An internationally known ski resort, Steamboat Springs sits in the shadow of Mount Werner in north central Colorado.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Fish Creek Falls and Strawberry Park Hot Springs. Change things up with these side-trips from Steamboat Springs: Elk River Guest Ranch (in Clark) and Kremmling (Latigo Ranch & River Rafting & Tubing). There's much more to do: get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, hike along Thunderhead Hiking Trail, identify plant and animal life at Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area, and take in nature's colorful creations at Yampa River Botanic Park.

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Traveling by flight from Colorado Springs to Steamboat Springs takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. In June, Steamboat Springs is little chillier than Colorado Springs - with highs of 78°F and lows of 42°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Glenwood Springs.

Glenwood Springs occupies a scenic location at the junction of the Colorado River and the Roaring Fork River, halfway between Vail and Aspen along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like River Rafting & Tubing and Hanging Lake Trail. Change things up with these side-trips from Glenwood Springs: Rifle Falls (in Rifle), Aspen (Maroon Bells, Aspen Center for Environmental Studies, &more) and Colorow Trail (in New Castle). The adventure continues: boost your wellbeing at a local thermal spa, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rocky Mountains, and contemplate the waterfront views at Hanging Lake.

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Drive from Steamboat Springs to Glenwood Springs in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Steamboat Springs, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Glenwood Springs, ranging from highs of 66°F to lows of 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can go by car to Buena Vista.

The Town of Buena Vista is a Statutory Town in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States. Bring the kids along to River Rafting & Tubing and Kebler Pass. Change things up with these side-trips from Buena Vista: Aspen (Linkins Lake Trail & Independence Pass), Leadville (National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum & Mayflower Gulch) and Sheep Creek Trail (in Pagosa Springs). There's lots more to do: see Off-Road Tours, admire all the interesting features of Cottonwood Pass, walk around Buena Vista River Park, and stop by Sundance and Friends.

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Getting from Glenwood Springs to Buena Vista by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Glenwood Springs in July, expect nights in Buena Vista to be about the same, around 49°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 80°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Breckenridge.

Founded in 1859 as part of the Gold Rush in the Rockies, Breckenridge boasts a main street lined with colorful wooden storefronts housing cafes and shops, giving the effect of a thriving western town from the 19th century.

Kids will appreciate attractions like River Rafting & Tubing and Vail Pass Path. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Breckenridge: Loveland Pass (in Keystone), South Park City Museum (in Fairplay) and Alma (Montgomery Reservoir & Mt Democrat). Next up on the itinerary: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, hike along Spruce Creek Trail, identify plant and animal life at Clear Creek Canyon, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount Elbert.

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Getting from Buena Vista to Breckenridge by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Buena Vista in July: highs in Breckenridge hover around 65°F, while lows dip to 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Durango.

Originally a frontier mining town, Durango is known today for its scenic setting, outdoor activities, and the 1880s steam-powered railway that takes visitors through sections of the mountains where roads don't reach.

Bring the kids along to Off-Road Tours and Piedra River Trail. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Durango: Mesa Verde National Park (Ruins Road, Balcony House, &more), Ouray (Ouray Alchemist Museum, Yankee Boy Basin, &more) and Pagosa Springs (Treasure Falls & Lantern Dancer). Next up on the itinerary: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, surround yourself with nature on Durango Dog Ranch, don't miss a visit to Historic Downtown Durango, and explore the landscape on two wheels at The Colorado Trail.

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Traveling by flight from Breckenridge to Durango takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Breckenridge, expect much hotter days and about the same nights in Durango, ranging from highs of 86°F to lows of 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Estes Park.

More than just a convenient resting place for travelers on their way to the national park encompassing the Front Range of the Rockies, Estes Park is a popular place to visit in its own right.

Attractions like Photography Tours and Horseback Riding Tours make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park (Tundra Communities Trail, Trail Ridge Road, &more) and Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark). The adventure continues: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, take in the exciting artwork at Mountain Blown Glass, go for a walk through Riverwalk in Downtown Estes Park, and contemplate the waterfront views at Bierstadt Lake.

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Traveling by flight from Durango to Estes Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 91°F in July, and nighttime lows around 59°F. On the 30th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.