Tailor a gift for those who crave excitement and new experiences. Here is a sample of the extraordinary options available.
Adventure & Recreation Gifts
Peak Aviation Introductory Flight
For the aspiring pilot on your list, why not send them to the…hour ground training session and then a full 60-minute flight.
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Pricing: $279
European Cycling Tour
Book a cycling vacation for the two-wheeled enthusiast in your life. Whether your loved one prefers cruising on paved routes in France, Italy or Spain, riding through vineyards or rolling past medieval castles – there is a tour for every traveler.
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Pricing: varies
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
Lovers of wildlife, nature and all things conservation will appreciate a membership or certificate for the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center in Divide. Visitors can learn about wolves, coyotes and foxes while getting an up-close experience on a walking tour. The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center offers educational programs and a howling good time on one of six tours, including a full moon tour.
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Pricing: certificate, $50; tour admission, starts at $15
Hot Air Balloon Ride
When crowds convene in Memorial Park to watch the Labor Day Lift Off, some spectators dream of taking to the skies themselves. A hot air balloon ride over Colorado Springs is a once-in-a-lifetime thrill. Area companies offer sunrise flights with views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range, often including champagne toasts or breakfast afterward. Some companies also offer jeep tours, zipline, e-bike and Segway adventures as well.
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Pricing: from $199 per person
Royal Gorge Route Railroad
A trip on the Royal Gorge Route combines spectacular scenery with a dose of history and a memorable dining experience. Your loved one can enjoy the views of the Arkansas River rushing below and the towering granite walls of the Royal Gorge while enjoying choices from a full gourmet menu.
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Pricing: $94 – $249
Glenwood Springs Getaway
Amtrak’s Getaway package, round trip from Denver to Glenwood Springs, makes for a relaxing and restorative mini-vacation. A Glenwood getaway includes a visit to the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and a soothing and rejuvenating session at the Yampah Spa and Vapor Caves.
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Pricing: from $369 per person
Tinggly
Not sure what adventure would wow them? Through Tinggly, a global experience-gift company, your recipient can choose from hundreds of adventures worldwide. They might opt for a trip to Universal Studios, culinary classes, scenic train journeys or zip line tours, or expanded to more than 100 countries.
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Pricing: varies
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