Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company
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Is Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company worth booking?
Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company is a 3-hour experience in Estes Park, United States, from $156 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 574 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (574)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $156 per person
Purple Points Tour Company offers multiple tour options from this listing so be sure to double check option details when booking. Our main tour is our Rocky Mountain Experience Tour where you will join Purple Points Tour
What you get
About this experience
Purple Points Tour Company offers multiple tour options from this listing so be sure to 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 - 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’. Both our Rocky Mountain Experience and The Full Ride will travel on these roads when they are open. Large Groups Reach Out Call us for more info 970.235.4061
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Timed Entry
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Start and end your tour at our downtown store front located on the street level of the Courtyard Shops and Flats.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Come and experience a taste of life at Rocky Mountain National Park, on this tour you will 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 snow melt, waterfalls, and glaciers! Come, see for yourself the awe inspiring beauty that is Rocky Mountain National Park, or “Rocky” as us locals call it.
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Old Fall River Road
Travel up Old Fall River Road, the original high alpine road in RMNP. let us drive you uo the intimate mountain road so you can enjoy the amazing views from vistas to meadows to lush forest climbing all the way above tree line to the Alpine Visitors Center.
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Alpine Visitor Center
Take a half way break at the Alpine Visitors Center, the highest elevation visitors center of any national park at 11,796'. Enjoy amazing views as well as shopping and cafeteria (when open).
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Trail Ridge Road
Travel above 12,000 ft 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 our 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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Estes Park
All tours depart from and return to our office, located in downtown Estes Park at 165 Virginia Dr.
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Ending back at the Purple Points Tour Company store front
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Estes Park
Check in at PURPLE POINTS TOUR COMPANY, 165 Virgina Dr. Paid parking is available around downtown, the BEST OPTION is the free ramp at the Estes Park Visitors Center and walk along river walk to PURPLE POINTS! Arrive early for parking, tours will leave at scheduled times!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Check in at PURPLE POINTS TOUR COMPANY, 165 Virgina Dr. Paid parking is available around downtown, the BEST OPTION is the free ramp at the Estes Park Visitors Center and walk along river walk to PURPLE POINTS! Arrive early for parking, tours will leave at scheduled times!
Options you can book
The Rocky Mountain Experience
Our Most Popular Tour Option: Offered at 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 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: 3 hours 36 minutes: this tour is approximately 3.6-4 hours in length for the $176.40 times and 3-3.5 for the $147 times 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 (July4-Sep?) 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
The Bear Lake Corridor
Lower Elevation: This tour option stays below 9,500' feet in elevation and does NOT go up the more intimidating Trail Ridge Road Explore Bear Lake Corridor: This is one of only two tours we offer that goes up the iconic and limited access Bear Lake Corridor and Bear Lake itself Duration: 3 hours: This tour runs Approximately 3-3.5 hours with several short walks Snack & Beverages: Complementary hot and cold beverages as well as snacks provided throughout the tour Bear Lake Corridor: This tour travels through moraine park looking for elk, to Bear Lake for photos, and a sunset finish at Sprague Lake. Retractable Glass Top Van: Enjoy our one of a kind glass retractable/open top luxury vans Lower Elevation
The Full Ride
This Tour Explores ALL of RMNP: Visit life above the trees on Trail Ridge Road, Get pics at the Continental Divide, western side of RMNP & Bear Lake corridor THE ULTIMATE TOUR: See all of Rocky, hit all the hot spots in one tour, your "one and done" tour option for RMNP Continental Divide & Bear Lake: Our only tour that goes to the Continental Divide & BEAR LAKE ROAD Duration: 6 hours: This tour can run long, Please allow 6-7 hours for this tour. Snacks & Drinks: Complimentary hot & cold drinks as well as a complimentary stocked snack bar while on board See ALL of RMNP!: This tour explores all of Rocky! High altitude roads, crosses the continental divide to the western side and Bear Lake RD! Luxury Retractable Glass Top: Our Retractable Glass Top Vans offer amazing views, with built in snacks and refreshments, its the only way to explore Rocky! Allow an extra 30min to park: Paid public street and lot parking is available the free ramp at the Visitors center is best. Allow an extra 30 min to park
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
Moosin' Around
An Animal Expedition: This tour option is a fun animal spotting expedition! For the animal lovers this short two hour tour looks for animal sights Duration: 2 hours: This short tour travels the low elevation areas of RMNP looking for animals Retractable Glass Top Van: Our one of a kind retractable top vans with built in snack and refreshment station is the ultimate way to experience Rocky! Low Elevation: This tour generally stays below 9,000' in elevation and does not go up Trail Ridge Road.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Purple Points Tour Company
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 557 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
557 verified traveler reviews for Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome Tour!
We had a great experience on our tour. Staff in the office were friendly and efficient, and Brian our guide was excellent. Very nice guy, very knowledgeable, great sense of humor, and was considerate of guest input. Retractable roof was cool and we covered up and retracted a few times based on conditions. Awesome afternoon!
via Tripadvisor
10 stars!! Best tour of the Rockies. Incredible experience!
10 stars!! Absolutely amazing tour of the Rockies with all the amenities!! The Mercedes Sprinter van is so comfy with individual chairs and the panoramic views are breathtaking. Chris is an excellent tour guide, who is informative and lots of fun!
via Tripadvisor
Rocky Mountain NP tour
Great tour with Aaron as our driver/guide. We did the retractable roof tour and everything was great. Van was perfect and Aaron was very knowledgeable and friendly. He went out of his way to make sure we all had a good time.
via Tripadvisor
Sit back & enjoy: No Timed Entry or driving!
First: they take care of your Timed Entry! Second: they do the driving - even the notorious Old Fall River Road, which is best left to professional drivers. The small group is ideal for quick stops. We enjoyed a beautiful day so the retractable roof remained open for our full 4 hour tour. Be sure to take a jacket for the wind & temperature drop at higher elevation & a snug-fitting hat. Brian is a wonderful guide. Even though we are Colorado residents & have visited RMNP many times, we learned so much about the park’s animals, terrain, trees, history and more. We plan to return with visiting family and friends for this incredible tour.
via Viator
Excellent experience. We...
Excellent experience. We only had a day in RMNP, but we saw so much. Chris our guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The retractable roof was excellent for the rain that came and went. Bus was very nice and this company clearly takes pride in what they do.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $156 to $588
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 201
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
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Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Estes Park.
How much does Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company cost?
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Prices start at $156 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Estes Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Estes Park is not rushed.
Is Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 574 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Estes Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company?
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Around 201 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Estes Park can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Estes Park and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Retractable Glass Top Tours of RMNP by Purple Points Tour Company start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Estes Park within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Estes Park?
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Estes Park is the eastern gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park: guided Trail Ridge Road tours, wildlife and elk safaris, rafting, horseback rides and Stanley Hotel ghost tours. On Outty we rank every Estes Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Top of the World Tour (Wildside 4x4 Tours), The Rocky Mountain National Park Safari Tour, Rock'n Roller Coaster Tour (Wildside 4x4 Tours). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Estes Park?
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June to September for full park access, September for the elk rut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Estes Park?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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