Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods
Description
Embark on an unforgettable journey through some of Colorado’s most iconic landscapes on our America’s Mountain Experience.. This adventure begins with a ride on the historic Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railway in the world, as it climbs to the summit of America’s Mountain (14,115 ft). Along the way, take in breathtaking alpine views, spot wildlife, and experience the thrill of reaching the top, where sweeping panoramas stretch as far as the eye can see. Manitou Springs is known for its unique shops, art galleries, and natural mineral springs. Stroll through the historic streets, enjoy lunch at one of the many great restaurants, and soak in the town’s eclectic, laid-back atmosphere. Garden of the Gods is a world-famous natural landmark featuring towering red rock formations set against a backdrop of Pikes Peak. Enjoy a leisurely walk among the dramatic rock spires, learn about the park’s fascinating geology, and capture incredible photos of this breathtaking landscape.
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Itinerary
Enjoy a comfortable ride in our luxury Suburban and take in the sights as we pass by Colorado Springs and you'll get your first views of Pikes Peak
Ride on The Pikes Peak Cog Railway, also known as the COG Railway, a historic train that takes passengers on a breathtaking journey to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak in Colorado. Operating since 1891, it is the highest cog railway in the world, offering stunning panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains along the way.
Explore the town of Manitou Springs, a charming mountain town nestled at the base of Pikes Peak in Colorado, known for its natural mineral springs and artistic, historic vibe. The town features a vibrant downtown with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants. Enjoy lunch at your leisure in Manitou (not included).
Garden of the Gods is a stunning natural landmark in Colorado Springs, featuring towering red rock formations, scenic hiking trails, and breathtaking views of Pikes Peak. Visit the Trading Post for souvenirs
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your guide will text you when they are on their way and when they arrive
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visitors to Pikes Peak should be aware that altitude sickness can occur due to the mountain's 14,115-foot elevation, potentially causing dizziness, nausea, headaches, and shortness of breath; staying hydrated and acclimating properly can help mitigate these effects.
Reviews(42)
Excellent tour! We highly recommend it!! Our driver Patrick did a fantastic job showing us all the sights including walking around Garden of the Gods with us and showing us the highlights there. His knowledge/recommendations regarding the best shops and restaurants to visit at Manitou Springs made that stop very enjoyable. And his narration regarding the history of the places we visited as well as his easy going manner made for a really fun day! The COG railway to Pikes Peak was an awesome experience as well and certainly one of the many highlights of this tour. The views are breathtaking there and not to be missed. The Suburban was an exceptionally comfortable vehicle to spend the day in with our party of three. Patrick thought of everything from charging cables for our phones, Gatorade, plenty of water, extra blankets for Pikes Peak and even binoculars. Wonderful job Patrick! You made our limited time in Denver most enjoyable and we were able to accomplish seeing all of the sights on our list in one day!!
Hey Bryan! It really was an awesome day. It was an absolute pleasure hosting your family. Hope you guys enjoyed the baseball game and the rest of your time in Denver. Thanks for your kind words. Wishing your family all the best!
The COG Railway to Pikes Peak, exploring the stunning rock formations of Garden of the Gods, and strolling through the charming town of Manitou Springs were some of the highlights of our visit to the Colorado Springs area. These attractions are absolutely worth adding to your itinerary. Patrick and Scout Tours provided the perfect way to experience all three destinations in a single day. Patrick is an outstanding guide who brings each location to life with interesting stories, local knowledge, and helpful recommendations. His enthusiasm and expertise made the experience even more enjoyable. We traveled with our four children, and every one of them had a fantastic time. Patrick was great with the kids and kept the tour engaging for everyone. While you could easily spend an entire day exploring each of these locations, this tour is an excellent option if you're short on time and want to experience the best of the area without feeling rushed. I highly recommend Patrick and Scout Tours for anyone looking to make the most of their visit to Colorado Springs.
Hi Joshua! It was an awesome day with your family. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and supporting our small business during your time in Colorado. We'd love to see you again if you're ever in the area. Take care!
Patrick is an excellent guide. Transportation very comfortable. Everything was already thought out.
Hi Stuart! Thank for taking the time to leave a review. Hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Colorado and wishing you safe travels home. All the best to you guys!
It was a great personal experience and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! All around a great day trip! From picking us up from the hotel to going to the different points in the itinerary and back to drop off it was a well scheduled and paced trip.
Hi Gwen! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. We are glad to hear you had a great day with us. Thank you for supporting our small business and hope to see you back in Colorado again!
Wonderful day spent traveling up and down Pike's Peak on the cog train, visiting Manitou Springs, and hiking through Garden of the Gods.
Hi Michaelen! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad to hear you had a great experience with Scout. We'd love to have you back any time. Stay well
Patrick is a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our day with him very much. Definitely recommend him for tours in the Denver area.
Hi Judy! Thank you for sharing your experience and trusting Scout during your vacation to Colorado. Happy trails!
An extraordinary journey to the top. Breathtaking scenery and we discovered an incredible view at over 4400 meters, where everything was visible in 360 degrees. A view not offered to us anywhere else.
Hi Doll, it was our pleasure helping you experience the beautiful experience that is the COG railway. What a view, indeed! Thanks for the review and be well.
Patrick was very personable and friendly He arrives on time and provided snacks and drinks -water,Gatorade for the journey. The ride was very comfortable He wasn’t just a driver though- he pointed out places of interest and walked with us in the Garden of the gods park He also showed us around Manitou Springs and joined us for lunch.
Hi Terry, Patrick had a wonderful time spending the day with the two of you! Thank you for supporting our small business. We'd love to see you again in the future!
If you are going to book a tour you need to book a tour with Patrick. His local knowledge of the area can't be beat. He is very easy to talk with and down to earth. He picked us up on a very clean and spacious green Suburban right at the specified time. The scheduling of the tour was perfect as we didn't run into any traffic or had to wait and all the stops on the tour was flawless. He was ready with any questions he had and helped follow up with some questions about things to do and places to eat even after the tour. We forgot to bring water but Patrick thought of everything as he help provide water, snacks and Gatorade. As this was definitely needed during the walk of the Garden of the Gods. And since riding the Cog railway was so high in elevation it was important to stay hydrated. He really went out of his way to make sure our time in Denver was really memorable. He even brought his own Polaroids to provide us a souvenirs for all the memorable places we visited. And as the photographer in the family this was one of the rare times I was in the photo. The Polaroids are on the refrigerator reminding us of the great time we had. When we come back to Denver we will definitely be calling Patrick.
Hi Benjamin! I had an amazing day with your family. I'm so happy to hear it was a great experience and that the pictures made it on your fridge. When you are back in Colorado I'd love to hear from you. Stay well and bye for now.
We had a great time on our private tour and highly recommend it. Patrick was so nice and easy to spend the day with. He shared stories with us and took pictures for us. We did Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs and rode the train to Pikes Peak. It was a full day of fun and we had a blast. He even made a special stop at the Harley dealership on our way back.
Hi Kimberly! It was truly a great day. And I'm always happy to stop and look at motorcycles :). Take care and thanks for the review!
