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Durango, Colorado

Colorado vacations
Durango, Colorado

Colorado vacations

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Crinkled with mountains, Colorado is synonymous with outdoor adventure. The Rocky, San Juan and Sangre de Cristo mountain ranges run through the state, their white peaks forming a backdrop to your stay. Our specialists have explored Colorado’s length and breadth, and can help you make the most of your visit to the Centennial State.

You could hike or go white-water rafting through deep river-cut canyons, passing wizened rock formations and looking out for moose, coyotes and black bears. Or, drive the scenic Trail Ridge Road through Rocky Mountain National Park, pausing to take in views over the forested valley at Many Parks Curve.

We recommend exploring the historic Wild-West town of Durango, whose carefully preserved downtown has appeared in classic films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. You can pay homage to its railroad heritage with a ride along the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, enjoying views over the aspen forests and outcrops of the Animas Valley.

Meanwhile, in Mesa Verde National Park, you can visit Ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings. Carved into rocky alcoves high above the canyons between the 7th and 14th centuries, these multi-story former homes provide a glimpse into a lifestyle and culture now lost in time.

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Places to visit in Colorado

Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Colorado, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travelers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.

Suggested itineraries featuring Colorado

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Colorado, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Colorado

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    Places in and around Colorado

    Photos of Colorado

    • Mesa Verde National Park, USA
      Mesa Verde National Park, USA
    • Colorado State Capitol, Denver
      Colorado State Capitol, Denver
    • Dream Lake at the Rocky Mountain National Park
      Dream Lake at the Rocky Mountain National Park
    • Denver and the Rocky Mountains
      Denver and the Rocky Mountains
    • Hallett Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park
      Hallett Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park
    • Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
      Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
    • North American elk
      North American elk
    • Rocky Mountain National Park scenic view
      Rocky Mountain National Park scenic view

    Accommodation choices for Colorado

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Colorado. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.