8 days in Durango & Colorado Springs Itinerary

Originally a frontier mining town, Durango is known today for its scenic setting, outdoor activities, and the 1880s steam-powered railway that takes visitors through sections of the mountains where roads don't reach.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): view the masterpieces at Scenic Aperture Gallery, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then see Off-Road Tours. On the 3rd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: trot along with a tour on horseback, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and then make a trip to Historic Downtown Durango.

For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Durango travel planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Durango. In June, daytime highs in Durango are 85°F, while nighttime lows are 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to fly to Colorado Springs.

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

You've now added Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to your itinerary. Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Cañon City (Royal Gorge Zip Line Tours, River Rafting & Tubing, &more) and Off-Road Tours (in Buena Vista). And it doesn't end there: stroll around Garden of the Gods, see the interesting displays at Penrose Heritage Museum, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, and find something for the whole family at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park.

To see reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Colorado Springs route builder website.

You can fly from Durango to Colorado Springs in 5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Durango in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Colorado Springs, with lows of 54°F.