5.0 (639) · Estes Park · By Purple Points Tour Company Free cancellation
Purple Points Tour Company offers multiple tour options from this listing, so please double-check option details when booking.
Our main tour is our Rocky Mountain Experience Tour, where you will join Purple Points Tour Company for an unforgettable 3.6 to 4-hour adventure!
Ride in our luxury retractable glass-top van with a complimentary snack bar offering hot and cold refreshments.
Discover Rocky Mountain National Park—travel above the trees, over two miles high, and enjoy a short hike to snow melt waterfalls.
Our expert guides will share fascinating insights into the park’s science, history, and wildlife.
Explore Old Fall River Road, pause at the Alpine Visitor Center—the highest of any national park—and cross Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous paved road in North America at 12,183 feet.
Both our Rocky Mountain Experience and The Full Ride will travel on these roads when they are open.
For large groups, please reach out.
Call us for more information at 970.235.4061.
✓ Complimentary snacks and hot and cold beverages are provided while on board our tours!✓ Timed Entry✓ Park entrance fees are included!✕ Tips are a way for guides to receive feedback on their performance. Standard practice is to tip tour guides as you would a server at a nice restaurant, typically 15-25% based on performance and experience.1 Start Point
Begin and conclude your tour at our downtown storefront, located on the street level of the Courtyard Shops and Flats.
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2 Rocky Mountain National Park
Experience a taste of life in Rocky Mountain National Park on this tour where you'll do it all!
You will travel up—above the trees—two miles above sea level!
You'll have the opportunity for a short hike or two and see fast-flowing snowmelt, waterfalls, and glaciers!
Come and see for yourself the awe-inspiring beauty that is Rocky Mountain National Park, or “Rocky” as locals call it.
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3 Old Fall River Road
Travel up Old Fall River Road, the original high alpine road in RMNP.
Let us drive you up the intimate mountain road so you can enjoy the amazing views, from vistas to meadows to lush forest, climbing all the way above the treeline to the Alpine Visitor Center.
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4 Alpine Visitor Center
Take a halfway break at the Alpine Visitor Center, the highest elevation visitor center of any national park at 11,796 feet.
Enjoy amazing views as well as shopping and a cafeteria (when open).
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5 Trail Ridge Road
Travel above 12,000 feet on Trail Ridge Road in our luxury retractable glass-top van.
You will be glad you chose Purple Points; with the rapidly changing alpine weather, our vans are the only option that allows you to maintain full views with the glass top and walls opened or closed, as well as having full climate control and a complimentary snack and refreshment bar on board.
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6 Estes Park
All tours depart from and return to our office, located in downtown Estes Park at 165 Virginia Dr.
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7 End Point
Ending back at the Purple Points Tour Company storefront.
· Non-stop passage
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
Check in at PURPLE POINTS TOUR COMPANY, 165 Virginia Dr.
Paid parking is available around downtown. The BEST OPTION is the free ramp at the Estes Park Visitors Center, and walk along the river walk to PURPLE POINTS!
Arrive early for parking; tours will leave at scheduled times!
Check in at PURPLE POINTS TOUR COMPANY, 165 Virginia Dr.
Paid parking is available around downtown. The BEST OPTION is the free ramp at the Estes Park Visitors Center, and walk along the river walk to PURPLE POINTS!
Arrive early for parking; tours will leave at scheduled times!
Please check in inside Purple Points Tour Company's office, located on the street level of the Courtyard Shops and Flats, 165 Virginia Drive #2 in downtown Estes Park.
Check in at least 15 minutes before your tour time with your party's last name.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Service animals are allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Private Jeep Tours Retractable Top Jeep Tour: Enjoy a small (3 or less) group tour of RMNP at any time of the year on our retractable top 4-door Jeep Wranglers! Rocky Mtn Exp + Elk This tour adds elk viewing: This extended Rocky Mountain Experience tour finishes in the meadows watching and learning about elk and elk mating (rut). Open Jeep Experience Duration: 4 hours: This tour is 4-6 hours depending on stops. Snacks and Cold Drinks Customizable, Reach Out: This tour is for small groups of 3 or less (4 only suggested for children as a middle seat is utilized); the route is flexible. Open Jeep: These tours are on our open Jeeps, no top, no doors, just nature all around. Layers are highly recommended. Ponchos provided. Rocky Mtn Exp + Bear Lake Rd 5.5 - 6 hour tour: This tour will move a little slower and cover a lot more ground, including Bear Lake and Sprague Lake. Bear Lake Road: This option extends our normal Rocky Mountain Experience tour with stops along Bear Lake Rd, including Bear & Sprague Lakes. Retractable Glass Top Van Duration: 6 hours: 5.5 - 6 hours in length. Snacks & Drinks: Complimentary snack and refreshment station on board, loaded with chips, cookies, candy, sodas, bottled water, coffee, etc. Includes Bear Lake Road: This tour takes the same route as our regular Rocky Mountain Experience but adds in all of Bear Lake Road! Private Retractable Top Van Retractable Glass Top Van: Enjoy a private tour for your group (up to 12) on our luxury Retractable Glass Top Vans! The Rocky Mountain Experience Our Most Popular Tour Option: Offered twice daily, with morning options being best for seeing ANIMALS. Travel to the Top and Back: This is our high elevation option, traveling to the highest points accessible utilizing Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road. NO ON-SITE PARKING: Paid public street and lot parking is available; the free ramp at the Visitors Center is best. 115 tours allow 30 min to park. Duration: 4 hours: This tour is approximately 3.75-4 hours in length. Highest Point in RMNP: You will travel to the highest point accessible on Trail Ridge Road and also go up Old Fall River Road when open (July 4–Oct). Retractable Glass Top Van: Our vans are the BEST WAY to see Rocky in comfort no matter the weather, with a stocked snack and beverage station on board! Route and stops may vary: This tour will vary based on road openings/closings as well as traffic/parking. The highest point open will always be reached. Rocky Mountain Experience Retractable Glass Top Van All that is Accessible: Enjoy smaller shoulder season crowds while accessing most of the eastern side of Rocky, including the highest point open! Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes: 3.25 - 3.5 hour tour. Highest Point on Trail Ridge: Roads are opening and closing during the shoulder season; we will go as high as we can and utilize Bear Lake Rd when needed. Book in advance, especially for popular tour times. Arrive early to find parking, as tours depart promptly. Dress in layers, as mountain weather can change quickly. Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes. Consider tipping your guide based on their performance. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 424860P1
Activity offered by Purple Points Tour Company via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Nature enthusiasts Sightseers History buffs Families Travelers seeking scenic drives Experience the stunning Rocky Mountains in a unique glass-top van. Explore iconic roads like Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road. Enjoy breathtaking views from over two miles high. Learn about the park's natural and human history from expert guides. Complimentary snacks and refreshments included.
Population 5,904 (2020)
Elevation 2,293 m
Currency United States dollar
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 911
Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures -7° Jan -7° Feb -3° Mar 1° Apr 7° May 13° Jun 17° Jul 16° Aug 11° Sept 4° Oct -2° Nov -7° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the Rocky Mountain Experience tour? + The Rocky Mountain Experience tour is approximately 3.75-4 hours in length.
Are park entrance fees included in the tour price? + Yes, park entrance fees are included!
What should I do if I need to cancel my tour? + For a full refund, please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Are snacks and drinks provided during the tour? + Yes, complimentary snacks and hot and cold beverages are provided while on board our tours!
Can I bring my service animal on the tour? + Service animals are allowed.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
great tour of the Rockies
Mwalker45, October 2026
We had a great tour on this bus with lots of amenities, including hot chocolate, hot tea, coffee, and many snacks and cold drinks. Have never seen a bus as out, fitted with amenities like this bus. Lex it was a great tour guide and has a sense of humor and made it a fun time for all of us.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Best Tour of Rocky Mountain National Park!
teresasV3778BB, October 2026
Our tour of Rocky Mountain National Park was very informative thanks to Brian, our knowledgable and experienced guide. The van was really comfortable and the view with the glass top was awesome. Unfortunately the low clouds were a problem but Brian made sure to take us to interesting spots that weren’t affected by them. He was just great! I would recommend this trip to friends.
★★★★★ Viator review
You get to enjoy the...
John_V, October 2026
You get to enjoy the sites without driving. Our guide (Chris) was very knowledgeable and funny! You also get in the park early without "timed entry."
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
RMNP
W8490XKbeckys, October 2026
Brian was an excellent tour guide
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Tour to top of Trail Ridge Road
J9204SPjenp, October 2026
The trip was excellent. So happy we chose to book on our first full day in the park. Gave us an idea of how we wanted to spend the rest of the trip. Chris was a great guide. It was about a 3 hour trip. Loved the glass tops and being able to see in every direction. Before we got to the bottom he raised the top for an even better experience. If you’re wondering which company to book with, Purple points!
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