Celebrate summer in the high Rockies with this exhilarating
ride through some of America’s most spectacular terrain.
We’ve purposely chosen
scenic routes along ridgelines, valley floors, and mostly downhill slopes,
making our Colorado adventure a much easier ride than you’d expect. Clear skies
and mountain air, bright meadows, staggering vistas, lively towns. It’s a road-biking
paradise -- delivered the VBT way, with daily options for distance and
challenge, fun activities, exquisite lodgings, pampering amenities, great food,
and great company. Join us for the most fun you’ll have this side of the
Continental Divide!
What's Included
- 5 nights in mountain inns and a historic hotel
- 10 meals - 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- The option to add our Low-Cost Trip Extension: Pre-trip: Denver • 2 nights $245
- FREE use of custom VBT bicycle and helmet
- Services of two VBT Trip Leaders
- FULL VAN SUPPORT and on-tour shuttles
- Welcome Reception
- Sightseeing and cultural activities
- Daily route directions and maps
- 5% Frequent Traveler Credit to use on your next VBT
vacation
- Special Good Buy discount
Cultural Highlights
- View endless
vistas of stunning mountains, lakes and meadows
- Remember our
nation’s World War II efforts during a discussion about the area’s 10th
Mountain Division
- Get a bird’s-eye
view of Aspen village during an included
gondola ride
- Ride on a
network of car-free recreation paths
- Browse the
pedestrian villages of Aspen
and Vail, just outside our inn
- Walk in President
Theodore Roosevelt’s footsteps through the halls of the historic Hotel Colorado
- Soak in Glenwood
Spring’s natural hot spring pool after a day of cycling
- Learn about
mountain plants during a guided visit to the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail
What To Expect
VBT has hand-selected routes that take advantage of down hills, valley floors,
rail-to-trail recreational paths, and bike paths. This tour offers the easiest possible riding
within a high mountain environment.
About 70% of the riding is on either flat or downhill routes. All ride surfaces are paved. Rides take place at altitudes between 10,600
feet and 5,800 feet. For those
accustomed to riding at sea level, the elevation will provide an added
challenge. This tour is ideal for those that cycle on a regular basis. Our VBT
van support shuttle is always available for those who need assistance with the
hills.
- Activity Level: Moderate
- Daily Mileage: 11 - 43 miles
- Daily Cycling Time: 2 – 4 hours