Welcome to Northern Colorado
The wind whips wild and free through the northern reaches of Colorado. In the east you will find vast stretches of grasslands, and playful nights in the foothills college town of Fort Collins. Continue west through vertiginous canyons to the snow-capped peaks, wildflower-choked meadows and towering mountainscapes of Rocky Mountain National Park, world-class skiing in Steamboat, and more laid-back adventures in the open spaces and protected areas that keep this isolated corner of the Rockies pristine. After you pass the Continental Divide, the landscape turns from green to red, with slickrock biking excursions, river trips and dinosaur digging awaiting on the western edge.
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Fort Collins Bike and Brewery 4-Hour Tour with Beach Cruiser
Your adventure begins in Old Town Fort Collins, where you will meet up with your group and your guide. You will then ride between three breweries, either choosing from a preselected route or creating your own, learning about the history of Fort Collins and its craft brewing and cycling culture along the way. The tours are approximately 4 hours long and involve about 3 to 6 miles of riding. You will have the opportunity to sample beers at each brewery at your own relaxed pace.Helmets and locks are included, and a brewery can always be added if it is not on the chosen route. The goal is to sample beer and have a good time.
Fort Collins Craft Brewery Tour
This 4-hour guided excursion is the Cadillac of brewery tours in Fort Collins. We provide safe transportation cruising in our painted limo bus touring breweries beyond a comfortable walking distance. During your tour two of the breweries we visit will provide several beer tasters so you can sample the suds! Each tour visits four breweries including: New Belgium, Odell, Equinox, Horse and Dragon, Funkwerks, Red Truck, Snowbank, Big Horn, and many more. Along the way you will get a behind the scenes look with private talks and tours of the brewing facilities arranged by Magic Bus Tours. Starts 1pm at Equinox Brewing (133 Remington Street) on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Availability may decrease from November through March. Check the tour calendar for current schedule.
The Fort Collins Trail of Terror Ghost Tour
We explore many locations including visits to several haunted chambers below ground. This tour includes two mini ghost hunts with professional detection equipment. You are also welcome to bring your own equipment. This tour lasts approximately 90 spine-chilling minutes and is offered Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00pm departing from in front of Happy Lucky’s Teahouse and Treasures at 236 Walnut St., Old Town Fort Collins.
3 Days Backpacking in the Rockies
Rocky Mountain National Park is an incredibly trafficked area of Colorado, and who wants to take in the natural beauty of this state with 100+ other people within arms reach? Get away from the bustle and let your experienced guide lead you to the less-seen corners of the park. AVA’s guides will help you view the incredible Colorado wildlife from a safe distance, they’ll pack your delectable lunch on their back so you aren’t carrying all the weight, and you’ll learn extensive amounts about the flora and fauna of the area. Escape into Colorado’s back-country on your own two feet.
Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Hiking
Rocky Mountain National Park is an incredibly trafficked area of Colorado, and who wants to take in the natural beauty of this state with 100+ other people within arms reach? Get away from the bustle and let your experienced guide lead you to the less-seen corners of the park. AVA’s guides will help you view the incredible Colorado wildlife from a safe distance, they’ll pack your delectable lunch on their back so you aren’t carrying all the weight, and you’ll learn extensive amounts about the flora and fauna of the area. Escape into Colorado’s backcountry on your own two feet.
24 Hours Backpacking in the Rockies
Rocky Mountain National Park is an incredibly trafficked area of Colorado, and who wants to take in the natural beauty of this state with 100+ other people within arms reach? Get away from the bustle and let your experienced guide lead you to the less-seen corners of the park. AVA’s guides will help you view the incredible Colorado wildlife from a safe distance, they’ll pack your delectable lunch on their back so you aren’t carrying all the weight, and you’ll learn extensive amounts about the flora and fauna of the area. Escape into Colorado’s backcountry on your own two feet.