As Colorado locals, we believe this is among the finest Colorado Bike Tour offered – the Colorado Cols.  This carefully crafted cycling adventure spins a stunning route through the picturesque Grand Mesa, Gunnison, and White River National Forests plus over some iconic mountain passes (called “cols” in Europe) including: 

• Kebler Pass
• Cottonwood Pass (newly paved)
• Independence Pass
• McClure Pass

We also visit and spend time in both Crested Butte and Aspen – two very different, but equally enchanting Rocky Mountain towns.

Southwestern Colorado is the most remote area of the state and therefore has the least amount of vehicular traffic. Although this Colorado bike tour is advanced, it’s not as hard as it may sound. The median age of our guests on this tour is around 50 years.

Cyclists from lower elevations ride in Colorado each year, and most have no problems. All it takes is some preparation, patience and a little more hydration than you’d normally have. Yes, you’ll likely ride slower, and your heart rate will increase, but these are the Rockies, after all.

• Duration: 7-days;
• Ride Type: Road
• Difficulty: Advanced / Expert
• Average Daily Mileage: 60 – 132

• Rim Rock Drive
• Kebler Pass and Marcellina Mtn
• West Elk Mountains and Molas Pass
• Pine and Aspen Forests
• Crested Butte
• Optional MTB ride of Slate Creek, Paradise Divide, Baldy Mountain, and Gothic Valley
• Cottonwood Pass and its 20-mile descent
• Independence Pass
• The enchanting towns of Aspen & Crested Butte
• Rio Grande Trail – 26 car-free miles!
• McClure Pass to Paonia
• Summit the world’s largest flat topped mountain, Grand Mesa

• 6-days of guide service 
• 6-nights of lodging
• Mechanical support
• Support vehicle
• Meals: 4-breakfasts, 6-lunches, 5-dinners
• Entrance fees
• Energy food, snacks, and non-alcoholic refreshments