Sample Aspen Summer Itineraries
HIKE FROM ASPEN TO CRESTED BUTTE
PLUS - PAONIA WINE TASTING TRIP
Hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte is a stunning eleven mile hike. The hike itself can be accomplished in around 6 - 9 hours depending on your fitness level and how many times you stop to take breaks to rest, eat, take photos, or just admire the beautiful scenery.
DAY 1 | HIKE FROM ASPEN TO CRESTED BUTTE
We will pick you up right at the Aspen Airport and get you settled into your accommodations as well as host a welcome dinner at the restaurant of your choice.
This experience can be guided or unguided depending on hiker’s personal preference, experience, and comfort level.
Once you’ve completed the 10.2 miles (and 3000’ climb), Nomad Inc will have the shuttle arranged to pick you up (with snacks, pizza, beer or refreshments upon request).
From the trail head our shuttle will take you into town or straight to your accommodations to relax. We arrange accommodations according to the guest preferences and we can suggest places to eat for dinner, book your spa treatments and make reservations wherever is requested.
DAY 2 | PAONIA WINE TASTING
The next day begins at your Crested Butte accommodations at 10am where we will pick you up. We will take the scenic Kebler Pass to the hamlet of Paonia. In Paonia, we will visit three to six vineyards and have lunch at a local eatery.
After a much-deserved afternoon of relaxing while sipping some local Colorado wines, we will shuttle you back to Aspen in time for dinner. We have plenty of room in our van for gear and any vineyard goodies picked up along the way.
A Summer Weekend In Aspen
Sample Itinerary
THURSDAY - DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN ASPEN
We can arrange your Aspen Airport Pickup, or transportation from whichever Colorado airport you arrive from. We’ll drop you off at your accommodations to get settled in and then host a welcome dinner at Meat & Cheese Aspen.
FRIDAY - DAY 2 | TURF & SURF
Start your day riding some of Aspen’s best mountain biking trails. We will organize the ride according to your fitness and skill level. After riding and then taking a break for lunch, we’ll take you to cool off and paddle board on the beautiful and serene North Star Nature Preserve.
SATURDAY - DAY 3 | WINE TASTING, HOT SPRINGS & MASSAGE
After a day on the bike, it's time for a scenic drive over to Paonia, CO where you can experience Colorado Wine Tasting. We’ll arrange a lunch and take you back to Aspen, not without a stop on the way back for a soak in the Hot Springs and a massage. We will cap the day off with dinner at Allegria in Carbondale, one of our favorite local restaurants.
SUNDAY - DAY 4 | HELI FLIGHTSEEING & DEPARTURE
Time to take to the air for some Flightseeing! Our Heli Flightseeing pilot will show you around Aspen by helicopter. If you thought the views were stunning on the ground, just wait for this aerial experience of Aspen. After the final sightseeing tour, we will drop you off at the airport for your departure.
A Week In Aspen
Sample Summer Itinerary
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN ASPEN
We will pick you up from the airport and take you to your accommodations to get settled in and then host a welcome dinner at Meat & Cheese Aspen.
DAY 2 | MOUNTAIN BIKING
Start your day riding some of Aspen’s best mountain biking trails. We will organize the ride according to your fitness and skill level. After riding and then taking a break for lunch, we’ll take you to cool off and paddle board on the beautiful and serene North Star Nature Preserve.
DAY 3 | PADDLEBOARDING & HORSEBACK RIDING
Time to hit the water! We will provide transportation and equipment to one of our pristine rivers so you can paddleboard, relax and enjoy nature. In the afternoon, we’ll arrange horseback riding followed by a dinner arranged for the group.
DAY 4 | ROCK CLIMBING
Take the morning for yourself to explore Aspen or enjoy a brunch. At Noon we’ll pick you up to go rock climbing. Your skill level and level of ambition will determine where we go, but there are plenty of great spots for all skill level up Independence Pass.
DAY 5 | WHITE WATER RAFTING
This is a really fun adventure day. We will take you white water rafting on the Arkansas River (Class IV). This experience starts with a beautiful drive over Independence Pass to the Arkansas Valley. A true not to miss day in this region of Colorado!
DAY 6 | PRIVATE YOGA & SPA TREATMENTS
DAY 7 | HIKE TO CRESTED BUTTE
The hike to Crested Butte is one you will remember. We will pick you up from your accommodations take you right to the trail head. This experience can be guided or unguided depending on hiker’s personal preference, experience, and comfort level. We arrange pickup and your accommodations at Scarp Ridge Lodge in Crested Butte for the evening.
DAY 8 | WINE TASTING IN PAONIA
You are going to love wine tasting in Paonia. It is a beautiful drive to Paonia, CO where you can experience Colorado Wine Tasting. We’ll arrange a lunch and take you back to Aspen, not without a stop on the way back for a soak in the Hot Springs and a massage. We will cap the day off with dinner at Allegria in Carbondale, one of our favorite local restaurants.
DAY 9 | HELI FLIGHTSEEING
Time to take to the air for some Flightseeing! Our Heli Flightseeing pilot will show you around Aspen by helicopter. If you thought the views were stunning on the ground, just wait for this aerial experience of Aspen. After the final sightseeing tour, we will drop you off at the airport for your departure.
