Rocky Mountain discovery Fly Drive Holiday 

• 3 nights in Denver

• 3 nights Beaver Creek

• 2 nights Aspen

• 2 nights Colorado Springs

From Denver your journey will take you deep into the heart of the Colorado Rockies to Beaver Creek, continue your journey west on Interstate 70 to Glenwood Springs then south on Route 82 to the chic town of Aspen, after Aspen your journey will weave through the Rockies, along Independence Pass and alongside Mount Elbut, Colorado’s highest point, to Colorado Springs.

The costs will differ on the season you travel in, the flights you choose and the standard of accommodation  

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All our America Fly Drive Holidays are Tailor Made to your specific requirements,  we take into consideration the best airfares and hotel rates available for the dates you want to travel. Pricing will differ depending on what promotional deals the hoteliers and airlines have available  and  how early you book -  11 months hence maximum .

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Full Itinerary - rocky mountain Fly Drive holiday

DAY 1, 2 & 3  Denver

Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to Denver. Upon arrival, we suggest that after an 8 hour flight you transfer to your hotel by taxi and spend the first evening relaxing. If you do decide to venture out Denver is a very walk able city with plenty of sightseeing and shopping in downtown district.   Collect your rental car from the downtown location and enjoy two whole days exploring Denver and the surrounding region. Estes Park is just 60 miles northwest of Denver and offers some of the most spectacular Colorado scenery you will find. Take a carriage ride through Larimar Square, visit the Denver Zoo or take a tour of the U.S. Mint.

DAY 4, 5 & 6    Beaver Creek ( 110 miles)

Today head directly west along Interstate 70 to Beaver Creek .  Your journey will take you deep into the heart of the Colorado Rockies,  from your base in Beaver Creek, there are endless options available for you. This fabulous year round resort nestling in the heart of the Vail Valley offers all year round outdoor activities and a range of informal restaurants and bars to cater to every taste. The area of Beaver Creek is spectacular for such activities as hiking, cycling, fly fishing, championship golf and tennis and even white water rafting. In the winter months Beaver Creek is a superb ski and snowboarding resort with over 140 ski trails for every level of skier whilst in the summer the world class spa’s, outdoor swimming pools and steaming whirlpools tempt you to relax after a full day of enjoyment in the great outdoors.

DAY 7 & 8  Aspen  ( 100 miles)

From Beaver Creek continue west on Interstate 70 to Glenwood Springs then south on Route 82 to the chic town of Aspen. Famous for its skiing and its nightlife and favored by the rich and famous Aspen has become the cultural capital of Colorado.  There's something for everyone in Aspen, from challenging ski slopes to wine tasting and opera, from hot dog carts to haute cuisine. Enjoy the mountain lifestyle in Aspen with its sporting activities or just relax in the clean, fresh country environment. Aspen is consistently rated one of the world's top ski areas but summer and fall are prime times to visit, the nearby Maroon Bells offer excellent hiking with breathtaking views; wildflowers go wild in the alpine meadows. Autumn brings a floor show of golden aspens.

DAY 9  & 10 Colorado Springs ( 156 miles) 

Heading east, today’s journey will weave through the Rockies, along Independence Pass and alongside Mount Elbut, Colorado’s highest point, to Colorado Springs. Although many towns and cities in Colorado were settled by miners and ranchers, Colorado Springs' appeal was climate and culture.

The city sits at the foot of one of America's most famous landmarks, Pikes Peak, upon whose summit Katharine Lee Bates was inspired to write America the Beautiful. Tourists still converge on the peak, where they can drive, ride a cog railway or even hike to its 14,000-foot summit. The city thrives on culture, with its own symphony and performing arts centre. But there's much more to attract and hold visitors' attention. There are nearly 50 area attractions, ranging from the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum to the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Centre and the U.S. Air Force Academy You can visit several areas of the academy, including the Cadet Chapel and the Honor Court.

DAY 11 Colorado Springs/UK ( 70 miles)

From Colorado Springs drive directly north back to Denver where you will return your rental car and check in for your flight back to the UK. All good things must come to an end, why not start to plan your next fly drive holiday there’s still a lot more to see in America.

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Please note, all visitors to the USA are required, by law, to complete an online ESTA form prior to travel, one form must be completed for each member of the family and or party. The US government charges a fee of $14.00 for ESTA applications, 

For your financial security all holidays created by Time and Place Luxury Holidays are covered under the Civil Aviation ATOL protection scheme