7 days in Colorado Springs Itinerary

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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes River Rafting & Tubing. Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Cañon City (Skyline Drive, Royal Gorge Route Railroad, &more). Pack the 15th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. There's much more to do: walk around Garden of the Gods, find something for the whole family at North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop, stop by Old Colorado City, and take in the dramatic scenery at Helen Hunt Falls.

To find photos, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Colorado Springs trip planner.

Portland to Colorado Springs is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Portland to Colorado Springs. Traveling from Portland in October, Colorado Springs is little chillier at night with lows of 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.