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Western Rails & Canyons with Canyon Spirit Rail Journey
9 day tour from Denver roundtrip
Tour Operator
Globus
Departures
Jul 11, 2027
–
Oct 1, 2028
Prices From
$5,372
All aboard for an unforgettable journey through the dramatic landscapes, rich history, and iconic rail routes of Colorado and Utah. Begin in Denver, the "Mile High City," before traveling to Colorado Springs to ride the historic Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway to the summit that inspired "America the Beautiful." Discover some of the American Southwest's most spectacular natural wonders, including Canyonlands, Arches, Mesa Verde, and Great Sand Dunes National Parks. Explore ancient Indigenous cultural sites, marvel at towering sandstone formations, and experience breathtaking vistas across rugged desert landscapes and mountain scenery. Travel aboard the legendary Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad before embarking on a two-day rail journey aboard Canyon Spirit. Relax as panoramic dome-car views reveal the dramatic canyons, mountain passes, and wilderness landscapes of the American West while crossing the Continental Divide on one of North America's most scenic rail routes. With iconic national parks, historic rail experiences, and carefully selected sightseeing throughout Colorado and Utah, this journey offers an immersive way to discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the American Southwest.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN DENVER, COLORADO
Welcome to Colorado! At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a welcome drink. ENHANCED FREE TIME Explore more in Denver with a visit to the Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Art Museum, or enjoy a walk through the mile-long pedestrian-friendly 16th Street Mall. Your Tour Director has suggestions for your free time.
Day 2
DENVER–COLORADO SPRINGS
The Mile-High City See Denver’s historic Union Station, Mile High Stadium, and more on an orientation tour en route to Colorado Springs. Explore Garden of the Gods Park, featuring towering 300-foot sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. Take a thrilling ride on the Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railroad in the world. Travel up to the summit of 14,115-foot Pikes Peak, the place that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write America the Beautiful. Tonight, enjoy a [LOCAL FAVORITE] cowboy-style barbecue dinner with western music under the stars at the historic Flying W Ranch (weather permitting). (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE Savor the tastes of the old west with Rocky Mountain hospitality and live music at Flying W Ranch. Feel free to don your western garb and tap along to music to get you in the spirit at this working cattle ranch in the Colorado foothills!
Day 3
COLORADO SPRINGS–GREAT SAND DUNES NATIONAL PARK–DURANGO
Peak Perfection Travel along the Highway of Legends Scenic and Historic Byway, with views of the Sangre de Cristo Range, home to ten 14,000-foot peaks, and through meandering ranchlands to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Later, continue deeper into the Colorado wilderness passing through the San Juan National Forest to Durango. Tonight is free to explore Durango to visit the local restaurants, saloons, speakeasies, and more on historic Main Street. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT A sandbox of epic proportions, the entire dune field encompasses 30 square miles, with the tallest dune towering 750 feet high. With the highest dunes in North America, Great Sand Dunes National Park is a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, and soaring peaks. Enjoy free time to explore the dune field trails.
Day 4
DURANGO. RAIL JOURNEY TO SILVERTON
Rocky Mountain Highs This morning, board the [LOCAL FAVORITE] Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for a scenic ride through San Juan National Forest. Enjoy leisure time in Silverton’s authentic western downtown. Return to Durango on the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway for a free evening. (B) LOCAL FAVORITE The legendary Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train hugs steep canyon walls as it winds its way through Rio de las Animas Canyon to Silverton, a National Historic Landmark. Silverton, once a major mining town, owes its name to an early miner’s claim, “We have no gold, but silver by the ton!” Spend time visiting the breweries, boutiques, and saloons that dot the thriving Greene Street.
Day 5
DURANGO–MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK–CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS–MOAB, UTAH
Ancient Mystery Today is a journey into ancient landscapes and living Indigenous history. Visit Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where ancestral cliff dwellings reveal centuries of Puebloan culture. Continue to the Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum in Southwestern Colorado’s Four Corners region to learn how Indigenous communities lived, farmed, built, and adapted to the desert environment over thousands of years. Arrive in Moab for a 2-night stay and enjoy a free evening to explore the lively, charming downtown. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Discover the legacy of the Ancestral Puebloans at Mesa Verde National Park, including views of Cliff Palace, one of the largest 700-year-old cliff dwellings. At Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum, explore Native American and historic cultures and walk the Escalante Pueblo Trail to see traces of communities that once thrived on this high desert plateau.
Day 6
MOAB. EXCURSION TO CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK & DEAD HORSE STATE PARK
Canyons & Colors Visit magnificent Canyonlands National Park and Visitor Center for some of the most dramatic scenery in Utah - colorful cliffs, deep canyons, towering mesas, and unusual rock formations. Continue to Dead Horse Point State Park to see a vast mesa with an incredible view of the Colorado River as it twists through a gooseneck canyon 2,000 feet below. Return to Moab for a free evening. Perhaps venture to Main Street for regional Southwest cuisine and quaint shops or stretch your legs on the Mill Creek Parkway Trail. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Explore the spectacular views of Canyonlands National Park to see deep canyons and distinctive rock formations formed by the Colorado River and its tributaries over millions of years. Beyond its dramatic canyons and mesas, Canyonlands National Park is home to a diverse desert ecosystem. Juniper and pinyon trees, sagebrush, and other desert plants provide habitats for animals such as mule deer, desert bighorn sheep, coyotes, and numerous bird species.
Day 7
MOAB–ARCHES NATIONAL PARK–CANYON SPIRIT RAIL–GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO
Rockies by Rail Today, explore the incredible landscape of Arches National Park, containing more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch. Then embark on Canyon Spirit (formerly Rocky Mountaineer) for a scenic train ride in Signature Class. Travel east through the Colorado Canyons National Conservation Area. See Parachute Creek and Mount Logan while following the scenic Colorado River. Take in the beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs of Ruby Canyon, and mountain vistas. Tonight, stay in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Canyon Spirit travels through spectacular scenery on the journey to Glenwood Springs and Denver. Signature Class features a single-level glass dome coach offering reclining seats, meals served at your seat, an outdoor viewing area, and panoramic views from oversized windows. Enjoy live narration and an onboard culinary experience featuring regional cuisine and ingredients local to the Southwestern U.S.
Day 8
GLENWOOD SPRINGS–CANYON SPIRIT RAIL–DENVER
On Top of the World A full day aboard the Canyon Spirit through the Colorado high country. Arrive in Denver this evening for a farewell reception hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT From dense wooded forests and snow-capped mountains of White River National Forest to the picturesque Byers and Gore Canyons and the tranquil mountain lakes of Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, you’ll experience the journey of a lifetime. Cross the high elevations of the Continental Divide with a sparkling wine toast while riding through the six-mile-long Moffatt Tunnel.
Day 9
DENVER
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more in Denver? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Hotels
Denver
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Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
First-Class
Denver,
United States
1801 Wewatta Street
1801 Wewatta Street
Free WiFi
Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown combines the charm of a boutique hotel with top-notch amenities just steps away from Union Station. The hotel features rustic-chic décor with mural-size golf-mining photos, plenty of natural light, sliding barn doors, and polished concrete ceilings.
Colorado Springs
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
First-Class
Colorado Springs,
United States
7290 Commerce Center
7290 Commerce Center
Free WiFi
Located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains within close proximity to the Air Force Academy and Garden of the Gods, this all-suite hotel offers a one of a kind tropical atrium, spectacular views of Pikes Peak, spacious guestrooms with convenient amenities, fitness center, and swimming pool.
Durango
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Durango
First-Class
Durango,
United States
501 Camino Del Rio
501 Camino Del Rio
Free WiFi
This hotel is located along the Animas River's banks. A five-minute stroll gets you to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and historic Downtown Durango. The San Juan National Forest, which contains Colorado's largest wilderness region, is ten miles away and offers outdoor fun.
Moab
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Hyatt Place Moab
Moderate First-Class
Moab,
United States
890 North Main Street
890 North Main Street
Free WiFi
Located only five miles away from the sandstone arches of Moab, Hyatt Place Moab features spacious and comfortable guestrooms, 24-hour dining, pool, fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Itinerary Dates & Prices
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Start Date
Jul 11, 2027
End Date
Jul 19, 2027
Our Price
$5,879
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Start Date
Sep 12, 2027
End Date
Sep 20, 2027
Our Price
$5,372
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Start Date
Sep 19, 2027
End Date
Sep 27, 2027
Our Price
$6,459
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Start Date
Sep 26, 2027
End Date
Oct 04, 2027
Our Price
$5,969
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Start Date
Oct 03, 2027
End Date
Oct 11, 2027
Our Price
$6,459
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Start Date
May 21, 2028
End Date
May 29, 2028
Our Price
$6,829
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Start Date
Jun 04, 2028
End Date
Jun 12, 2028
Our Price
$6,249
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Start Date
Jul 09, 2028
End Date
Jul 17, 2028
Our Price
$6,869
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Start Date
Sep 10, 2028
End Date
Sep 18, 2028
Our Price
$6,349
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Start Date
Oct 01, 2028
End Date
Oct 09, 2028
Our Price
$6,869
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