Telluride, Colorado – Vacation Packages

Once a remote mining area, today Telluride has become a destination (and home) for artists, skiers, celebrities, second homeowners, hippies, and just about any other human type you could imagine. But that’s what makes it so special. A restored Victorian main street is delightful for shopping, munching, and people-watching; you can sign up for a walking tour at Historic Tours of Telluride, or guide yourself with a map available from the visitor’s center.

Almost any outdoor adventure is at your fingertips here, although because of the rugged and steep terrain, many opt for popular jeep rides rather than mountain bike spins. One hair-raising route is Imogene Pass to Ouray where you’ll pass an old mine and fort. Stream fishing is good along the Dolores or San Miguel Rivers. Of course, world-class skiing is available “up the road” or via a connected gondola at the Mountain Village and ski area. Lifts run in the summer, too, although golfing at one of the breathtaking courses takes over for daring dashes in the snow. The New York Times calls Telluride the ‘skier’s Shangri-La’ – a cornucopia of activities and adventures.

Why go to Telluride, Colorado?

• Go skiing in the Rockies, or
• Take the piste in any one of several Rocky Mountain snow resorts
• Take a day trip to Colorado Springs and Pike’s Peak
• Chill in relaxed Boulder, CO
• White water raft on Class III & IV rivers
• See how beer should NOT be made at the Coors Brewery in Golden, CO

For more on Telluride and Colorado, check out the Colorado Travel Guide on BootsnAll.