Build your route across alpine passes with a private guide
Discover what we've curated for you
4 or 6 hrs
Up to 10 people
Private guide, Custom tour truck
Set your own pace on a private off-road truck tour in the San Juans. Work with your guide to build a custom route across alpine passes and historic ghost towns.
Each truck accommodates up to 10 guests. Trips run rain or shine with retractable rain covers. Short walks at stops are optional.
Full refund for cancellations made 72+ hours before departure. Cancellations within 72 hours are nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled. No-shows are fully charged. Tours may be canceled for safety or road conditions; you may reschedule if available or receive a refund. Destinations may change due to weather or closures.
Your guide will meet you at our office, 929 Main Street (just north of the Alpine Bank building)
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.
Fantastic tour. Staff continued to update prior to the tour. Our tour guide Steven was a wealth knowledge regarding the Orauy (and beyond) region. Outstanding day and would highly recommend to others. Professional, personal, and exciting tour.
Tom Reynolds
October 11, 2025
Fantastic tour. Staff continued to update prior to the tour. Our tour guide Steven was a wealth knowledge regarding the Orauy (and beyond) region. Outstanding day and would highly recommend to others. Professional, personal, and exciting tour.
Tom Reynolds
October 11, 2025