Pikes Peak COG Railway & Garden of Gods Tour
Overview
The Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak are two of the most famous attractions in Colorado, and we’ve packed them into a single tour. You get to explore the giant red rock formations in this National Natural Landmark during your picnic lunch before you ride the Cog Railway to the highest summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains at 14,115 feet.
Be prepared for communal, conversational seating (meaning opposing rows face each other, typical of train travel). For taller guests, that means you may be knocking knees a bit. To ride comfortably, we recommend that you strategically sit across from a short person. You're certainly not required to chat with the people across from you, even if you came together. But who knows! You might make a friend and have some laughs or a fun "small world" moment. We love those!
What's Included
- Pikes Peak Cog Railway Ticket Reserved Cog Railway admission included, taking you to the 14,115-foot summit of America's Mountain.
- Small Group Tour Experience. Upscale 14 Passenger Vans.
- Real Colorado Experience.Thoughtfully designed stops showcase Colorado's scenery, towns, & landmarks
- Expert Local Guide brings Colorado to life with local stories, history, geology, and insider tips
- Lunch Lunch NOT included Nov 1-April 31
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Union Station
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Denver Union Station
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Garden of the Gods
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular issues (including asthma)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Sunglasses recommended!
- Cancellations must be made at least 3 days prior to receive a full refund. Please call to make cancellation requests and amendments. Due to the ticketing process with the train, we must strictly adhere to this time constraint.
- This tour departs from the city of Denver NOT from Colorado Springs.
- Our friends at the COG railway reserve the right to delay or adjust train itineraries as needed due to inclemate weather, debris on the tracks, or mechanical issues. If an issue does arise, a partial refund will be issued to participants.
- Children under the age of 8 ARE NOT permitted on this tour. Call Operator for exceptions.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please call our office to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- It will be significantly cooler on the summit of Pikes Peak than at our other stops. Please bring along a nice jacket or coat with you for the train ride to the summit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pikes Peak COG Railway & Garden of Gods Tour?
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Activity code: C-8950P44
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Pikes Peak Cog Railway Ticket Reserved Cog Railway admission included, taking you to the 14,115-foot summit of America's Mountain.
- Small Group Tour Experience. Upscale 14 Passenger Vans.
- Real Colorado Experience.Thoughtfully designed stops showcase Colorado's scenery, towns, & landmarks.
- Expert Local Guide brings Colorado to life with local stories, history, geology, and insider tips.
- Lunch. Lunch NOT included Nov 1-April 31.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Pikes Peak COG Railway & Garden of Gods Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular issues (including asthma)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Pikes Peak COG Railway & Garden of Gods Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pikes Peak Cog Railway Ticket Reserved Cog Railway admission included, taking you to the 14,115-foot summit of America's Mountain.
- Small Group Tour Experience. Upscale 14 Passenger Vans.
- Real Colorado Experience.Thoughtfully designed stops showcase Colorado's scenery, towns, & landmarks
- Expert Local Guide brings Colorado to life with local stories, history, geology, and insider tips
- LunchLunch NOT included Nov 1-April 31
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular issues (including asthma)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Sunglasses recommended!
- Cancellations must be made at least 3 days prior to receive a full refund. Please call to make cancellation requests and amendments. Due to the ticketing process with the train, we must strictly adhere to this time constraint.
- This tour departs from the city of Denver NOT from Colorado Springs.
- Our friends at the COG railway reserve the right to delay or adjust train itineraries as needed due to inclemate weather, debris on the tracks, or mechanical issues. If an issue does arise, a partial refund will be issued to participants.
- Children under the age of 8 ARE NOT permitted on this tour. Call Operator for exceptions.
- Guests who will be using an assistive device such as a scooter or walker, please call our office to ensure our vehicle has accommodating space.
- It will be significantly cooler on the summit of Pikes Peak than at our other stops. Please bring along a nice jacket or coat with you for the train ride to the summit.
- We recommend to book directly with tour operator for more convenient cancellation policies.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
