5 days in Pikes Peak Region Itinerary

Manitou Springs' main street was once a trail that led directly to the base of Pike's Peak.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Manitou Springs: Divide (Horsethief Falls & Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center), Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum (in Florissant) and Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine (in Cripple Creek). And it doesn't end there: get in on the family fun at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, get engrossed in the history at Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum, look for gifts at Christmas in Manitou, and take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.

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New York City to Manitou Springs is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from New York City to Manitou Springs. Traveling from New York City in January, expect little chillier with lows of 15°F in Manitou Springs. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can drive to Cañon City.

Part of Colorado's Royal Gorge Region, Cañon City straddles the Arkansas River.

On the 12th (Thu), let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, snap pictures at Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, and then take a memorable drive along Skyline Drive.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Cañon City driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Manitou Springs to Cañon City in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Manitou Springs in January, things will get somewhat warmer in Cañon City: highs are around 49°F and lows about 25°F. On the 13th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.