Taste Colorado whiskey on a guided San Juan backcountry ride
4 hrs
Up to 9 people
Jeep tour, whiskey samples
Head into San Juan mountain terrain in a 4x4 tour truck and sample Colorado craft whiskey at a mountain tasting stop. Your whiskey sommelier and guide selects the destination based on local expertise and conditions.
1:00-1:30pm Meet at K J Wood Distillers 2:00pm- Depart on Jeep Tour ~3:30pm - arrive at Tasting Location ~ 4:30pm - begin return Trip to K J Wood Distillers 6:00pm- Arrive at K J wood Distillers -Distillery Tour -Option to Purchase Bottles of whiskies sampled *** Departure at 2:00pm and Return at 6:00pm are the only specified times. All others are approximate and for suggested timeline. Times may vary on the tour itself.***
Cancel at least 72 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 72 hours and no-shows are nonrefundable. One reschedule is allowed per booking before the 72-hour window.
Product ID: 7NKDQ7
Tours are limited to a maximum of 9 guests. Group tours must meet a minimum of 4 passengers.
You’re guided by a whiskey sommelier who also serves as your 4x4 guide.
No. Tasting destinations can vary, and your guide chooses the route. If a destination isn’t available due to road safety, you’ll typically visit another destination instead.
K J Wood Distillers
Alpine Scenic delivers consistently outstanding experiences according to travelers, with guides like Steve, Joe, Cole, and Randy earning special praise for their driving expertise and deep knowledge of the Ouray region. These guides prioritize safety while navigating challenging mountain passes like Imogene, Corkscrew Gulch, and Hurricane Pass, with multiple reviewers noting how comfortable they felt even on narrow, high-altitude roads. The bucket seats in their vehicles get frequent mentions as a surprisingly important comfort feature during these multi-hour adventures. What really stands out is how well the company adapts to different needs. They've successfully hosted everything from standard sightseeing tours to a mountain elopement, adjusting routes and timing based on what guests want to experience. The guides clearly know the terrain inside and out, making weather-dependent decisions on the fly and finding off-route gems like hidden waterfalls. Booking is straightforward, and the staff keeps clients updated before tours. If you're looking to access spectacular high-country scenery that's impossible to reach in a regular vehicle, this operation has the experience and equipment to make it happen safely and memorably.
5 star for sure. If you want a personalized 4x4 trip and truly see all of what Ouray area has to offer, look no further than Alpine Scenic Tours. My family signed up for 2 days of 6 hour tours with day one focused on the Imogene Path, but filled lots of extras you won't find on your map. Our driver, Chad, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area. On day two, Jason took us on what they call the 4 Path Tour. Again, amazing views and friendly conversations made the day a blast. I would highly recommend them for anyone wanting to see more than just what those pre-planned, standard tours offer. They even went the extra mile to make sure something that was left in the jeep at the end of trip got back to us.
Danimator2 2017
September 2, 2026
5 star for sure. If you want a personalized 4x4 trip and truly see all of what Ouray area has to offer, look no further than Alpine Scenic Tours. My family signed up for 2 days of 6 hour tours with day one focused on the Imogene Path, but filled lots of extras you won't find on your map. Our driver, Chad, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area. On day two, Jason took us on what they call the 4 Path Tour. Again, amazing views and friendly conversations made the day a blast. I would highly recommend them for anyone wanting to see more than just what those pre-planned, standard tours offer. They even went the extra mile to make sure something that was left in the jeep at the end of trip got back to us.
Danimator2 2017
September 2, 2026
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