7 days in Estes Park, Silverton & Durango Itinerary

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.

Explore Estes Park's surroundings by going to Boulder (Pearl Street Mall & Flatirons) and Rocky Mountain National Park (Trail Ridge Road & Chasm Falls). There's still lots to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, cruise along Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Nashville to Estes Park is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Nashville to Estes Park. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Nashville in June since evenings lows in Estes Park dip to 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Silverton.

The town of Silverton is a Statutory Town that is the county seat of, and the only incorporated municipality in San Juan County, Colorado, United States. Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): make a trip to Idarado Mine and then admire all the interesting features of Million Dollar Highway.

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Getting from Estes Park to Silverton by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, car, and shuttle. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Estes Park in June, with highs in Silverton at 72°F and lows at 49°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car 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.

On the 28th (Wed), take in the exciting artwork at Scenic Aperture Gallery and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Thu): view the masterpieces at Earthen Vessel Gallery, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and then see Off-Road Tours.

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Traveling by car from Silverton to Durango takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. When traveling from Silverton in June, plan for a bit warmer days and little chillier nights in Durango: temperatures range from 85°F by day to 44°F at night. You will leave for home on the 30th (Fri).