Private Red Rocks Idaho Springs and Argo Mill Experience

Discover Colorado’s iconic landscapes and Gold Rush history on a private, elevated adventure with Scout. Travel in luxury with door-to-door service from your Denver Metro accommodation, enjoying personalized attention from your private guide throughout the day. Explore the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where towering sandstone formations create one of the world’s most extraordinary natural concert venues. Continue into the historic mountain town of Idaho Springs, where you’ll have time to enjoy lunch and discover its charming mountain-town atmosphere. Then step back into Colorado’s gold-mining past with a guided tour of the historic Argo Mill, where you’ll try your hand at gold panning. Complete your adventure with a ride on the Mighty Argo Cable Car, ascending above the mountains for spectacular views. With luxury transportation, thoughtful touches, and a flexible, personalized experience, Scout turns a Colorado sightseeing tour into an unforgettable day of discovery.

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   Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre

   1 hour

   Your day begins at Red Rocks Amphitheater, where you'll have time to explore inside the legendary venue, visit the Red Rocks Visitor Center, and experience the massive sandstone formations that make this one of Colorado’s most distinctive landscapes.

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   Idaho Springs

   2 hours

   Accompanied by your private guide, spend two hours in Idaho Springs with time for lunch, shopping, and sightseeing at your own pace. Choose from a variety of local restaurants for lunch, browse the town’s shops, or simply enjoy the character of this historic mountain community.

3. 3

   Argo Mill and Tunnel

   1 hour

   Step into Colorado’s Gold Rush past with an included guided tour of the historic Argo Mill. The Mill tour is a shared group experience operated by the attraction and offers an inside look at the remarkable machinery, engineering, and history behind one of Colorado’s most significant gold mills. After the tour, try your hand at gold panning, with guests guaranteed to find real gold

4. 4

   Mighty Argo Cable Car

   2 hours

   The experience culminates with an included ride aboard the Mighty Argo Cable Car. Ascend above Idaho Springs for spectacular mountain views, then spend time at the summit enjoying food and drinks while taking in the scenery.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Visitors to the Colorado Mountains should be aware that altitude sickness can occur, potentially causing dizziness, nausea, headaches, and shortness of breath; staying hydrated and acclimating properly can help mitigate these effects.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.