Mountain West Craft Beer Tour: Colorado, Montana, & Boise

Mountain West Craft Beer Tour: Colorado, Montana, & Boise

(5-7 Days)

This itinerary focuses on a luxurious craft beer experience across three Mountain West states, utilizing private charter flights for seamless travel. It’s designed to be flexible, allowing for adjustments based on your preferred beer styles or regions within each city.

Bartender pouring beer into glass from tap at a local brewhouse for guest on craft beer tour booked with acx travel.

Day 1-2: Denver, Colorado (Focus: Rocky Mountain Beers & Vibrant City Life)

  • Travel: Private charter flight to Denver International Airport (DEN).
  • Accommodation: Luxury hotel in downtown Denver (e.g., The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, The Ritz-Carlton Denver).
  • Activities:
    • Day 1: Arrival, check-in. Afternoon: Explore the RiNo Art District, known for its breweries and street art. Evening: Welcome dinner at a Denver restaurant showcasing the city’s diverse culinary scene, paired with Colorado craft beers. Late-night: Visit some of Denver’s best breweries (e.g., Great Divide Brewing Co., Wynkoop Brewing Company, Cerebral Brewing).
    • Day 2: Morning: Optional: Brewery tour at a large Denver brewery (e.g., Coors Brewery Tour in Golden – requires separate transportation).
    • Afternoon: Explore different brewery districts in Denver (e.g., LoDo, Baker).
    • Evening: Attend a beer festival (if available during your travel dates) or enjoy a final beer-paired dinner.
Friends at a table enjoying beer on craft beer tour booked with acx travel.

Day 3-4: Missoula, Montana (Focus: Big Sky Beers & Outdoor Recreation)

  • Travel: Private charter flight from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Missoula International Airport (MSO).
  • Accommodation: Luxury lodge or boutique hotel in Missoula (e.g., The Lodge at Buck’s T-4 (slightly outside Missoula), or a downtown Missoula hotel).
  • Activities:
    • Day 3: Arrival, check-in. Afternoon: Explore downtown Missoula and visit local breweries (e.g., KettleHouse Brewing Co., Draught Works Brewery, Big Sky Brewing Co.). Evening: Dinner at a Missoula restaurant, paired with Montana craft beers.
    • Day 4: Morning: Optional: Hike or fly fish in the surrounding mountains or on the Clark Fork River. Afternoon: Explore more Missoula breweries or visit a local distillery. Evening: Casual dinner at a Missoula brewpub.
Group of friends exploring local beer brewers on craft beer tour booked with acx travel.

Day 5-7: Boise, Idaho (Focus: Emerging Beer Scene & Culinary Delights)

  • Travel: Private charter flight from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to Boise Airport (BOI).
  • Accommodation: Luxury hotel in downtown Boise (e.g., The Grove Hotel, Hotel 43).
  • Activities:
    • Day 5: Arrival, check-in. Afternoon: Explore downtown Boise and visit local breweries (e.g., Payette Brewing, Boise Brewing, Sockeye Brewing). Evening: Dinner at a farm-to-table restaurant showcasing Idaho’s culinary scene, paired with local brews.
    • Day 6: Morning: Optional: Hike or bike in the foothills surrounding Boise. Afternoon: Visit breweries specializing in specific styles (e.g., sours, stouts). Evening: Attend a local beer event (if available during your travel dates) or enjoy a final beer-paired dinner.
    • Day 7: Departure: Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a final brunch in Boise before transferring to Boise Airport (BOI) for your flight home.

Customization Options:

Specific Historical Interests:

Focus on specific periods or events in New England history.

Culinary Focus:

Tailor your dining experiences to specific seafood dishes or
regional specialties.

Whale Watching Tour:

Incorporate a whale watching tour into your itinerary (seasonal).

Island Hopping:

Consider adding a day trip to one of the islands off the coast of Maine or Massachusetts.