Mountain bike the epic and glorious scenery of Durango's high country

Durango in Colors

Duration
5 days
From
$1,733 USD

Taming the climbs, living and breathing five-digit elevation days, you'll cover the best this biking heaven has to offer: Hermosa Creek, Jones Creek, Dry Fork, Kennebec Pass, plus the Telegraph Trail System. Yours to explore for five fun-filled days! In the smartly preserved Victorian town of Durango, cycling isn’t merely an activity… it’s a lifestyle. Cycling’s roots and colorful lineage here, in what’s known as Colorado’s wildflower capital date back more than a century.

  • Category
    Mountain Biking
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    4 - Challenging
  • Terrain
    Rugged
  • Distance
    96.3 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    19.3 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts at the Pedal the Peaks Bike Shop in Durango, CO at 7am on day 1 and finishes back in Durango by 4pm on the final day.

    The closest domestic airport is Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO). The closest international airport is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).




  • How long is the tour? How many days cycling?

    The tour is 5 days long with 5 days of cycling.

  • Can you tell me about the food on tour?

    Food is a big part of the experience. The guides prepare all of your meals on the camping trip. Expect three delicious meals a day consisting entirely of freshly prepared foods. These include fresh organic fruits and vegetables as well as meats. There will also be energy snacks aboard the support vehicles. Don’t be surprised if your guides purchase fresh fruits and healthy snacks throughout the day while you are out riding. They may just show up on the trail with a local treat!

    Many guests are vegans or vegetarians, whom the tour operator is more than happy to accommodate. If you have special diet requirements or limitations, just let us know when you sign-up and the tour operator will work with you to meet your needs.

  • Are there any limits on what I should bring?

    Luggage is limited to one small soft-shelled suitcase or medium/large sized duffel bag (no heavier than 40 pounds). Please ensure your luggage container is water repellant. The tour operator also suggests bringing a hydration daypack or small backpack for valuables.

  • What is the operator's environmental stance?

    They don’t just preach environmental awareness, they live it. The tour operator recycles 90% of our waste and run their LEED Platinum facilities with solar and wind power. Additionally, their facilities are net-zero energy (they produce more energy than is consumed) which makes them the only commercial outfitter in the world who is net positive energy.

  • What's the tour like?

    The tour is classified as active to challenging with a Fitness Level: 3-5 and Technical Level: 3-5. It is suitable for solo riders, couples and friends.

    This tour is scaled from intermediate to advanced riders, those possessing above average fitness and moderate technical riding skills.