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Explorer Tours - Local Sightseeing Tour Operator
Business Description
Established Colorado Sightseeing Tour Company – PUC Authorized
Explorer Tours (denver-tour.com) is a licensed sightseeing tour operator based in Denver, Colorado. The company offers guided tours to iconic destinations, including Rocky Mountain National Park, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Key Highlights:
Exclusive Market Advantage: One of only five companies authorized by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to provide sightseeing tours from Denver and Boulder.
Fleet & Capacity: Operates four 14-passenger vans (Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter). (Vehicle cost not included in sale price.)
Limited Competition: The regulated market creates a monopoly-like environment, providing a protected position in a high-demand tourism market.
Growth Potential: Enhance online marketing, partner with hotel concierges, advertise in downtown tourist areas, target corporate clients for team-building events, and add new tours and experiences.
Turnkey with Training: Full training and six months of support are included to ensure a smooth transition.
Reason for Sale:
The owner is involved in multiple transportation ventures and lacks the time to actively grow this business.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a regulated, limited-competition sightseeing business in one of the nation’s top travel destinations. A passionate Colorado-based owner can unlock its full potential and take it to the next level.
Explorer Tours (denver-tour.com) is a licensed sightseeing tour operator based in Denver, Colorado. The company offers guided tours to iconic destinations, including Rocky Mountain National Park, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Key Highlights:
Exclusive Market Advantage: One of only five companies authorized by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to provide sightseeing tours from Denver and Boulder.
Fleet & Capacity: Operates four 14-passenger vans (Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter). (Vehicle cost not included in sale price.)
Limited Competition: The regulated market creates a monopoly-like environment, providing a protected position in a high-demand tourism market.
Growth Potential: Enhance online marketing, partner with hotel concierges, advertise in downtown tourist areas, target corporate clients for team-building events, and add new tours and experiences.
Turnkey with Training: Full training and six months of support are included to ensure a smooth transition.
Reason for Sale:
The owner is involved in multiple transportation ventures and lacks the time to actively grow this business.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a regulated, limited-competition sightseeing business in one of the nation’s top travel destinations. A passionate Colorado-based owner can unlock its full potential and take it to the next level.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 5
- Employees
- 7
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Explorer Tours currently operates with a fleet of four (4) 14?passenger vans with PA systems, including both Ford Transit and Mercedes?Benz Sprinter models, which are well?suited for group tours to national parks. These vehicles provide reliable, comfortable, and professional transportation for our guests.
Note: The cost of the vehicles is not included in the sale price of the business. - Website
- https://denver-tour.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The sightseeing tour industry in Colorado is a regulated market overseen by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Explorer Tours operates as one of only five companies authorized by the PUC to provide sightseeing tours from Denver and Boulder to premier destinations such as Rocky Mountain National Park, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
This limited-competition environment offers the buyer a unique opportunity to operate within a protected market with high demand. - Opportunities for Growth
- Currently, the business operates passively due to the owner’s limited time. Growth opportunities include improving online marketing, partnering with hotel concierges, downtown advertising, targeting corporate clients for team?building and hikes, and adding new tours. This business needs a passionate Colorado owner who loves the state’s beauty and can actively expand operations to take it to the next level.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Lack of Time
- Transition Support
- The current owner will provide comprehensive training to ensure a smooth transition for the buyer. This includes operational guidance, booking processes, and best practices for managing tours and shuttles.
Additionally, we will offer ongoing support for six (6) months following the sale to assist with any operational, logistical, or marketing questions.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2387557
- Listing Views
- 986
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