All aboard for a spectacular 9-day adventure through the American Southwest! Your tour through Colorado and Utah begins with an overnight stay in the ‘Mile High City’ of Denver—5,280 feet above sea level. In Colorado Springs, board the Pikes Peak cog railway to reach the summit that inspired ‘America the Beautiful.’ Explore the stunning desert landscapes of Canyonlands and Arches National Parks, and the ancient indigenous dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. Embark on a two-day scenic rail journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train from the outdoor mecca of Moab through Colorado Canyons Nati
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN DENVER, COLORADO
Welcome to Colorado! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.
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 300-foot towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. Take a thrilling ride on the Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Travel up to the summit of 14,115-foot Pikes Peak, the place that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write America the Beautiful. Tonight, a [LOCAL FAVORITE] home-cooked BBQ dinner with western music under the stars at the historic Flyi
Day 3
COLORADO SPRINGS–GREAT SAND DUNES NATIONAL PARK–DURANGO
Peak Perfection A scenic drive travels 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. 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 saloons, speakeasy, and more on historic Main Street. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS A sandbox of epic proportions, the entire dune field encompasses 30 square miles, with the tallest dune towering 750
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. Return to Durango for a free evening. (B) LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE The legendary Durango and 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 t
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Hotels
Denver
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Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
First-Class
Denver,
United States
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
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
Free WiFi
You can find the DoubleTree by Hilton Durango at the Animas River's banks. The San Juan National Forest, which has the largest wilderness region in Colorado, is 10 miles away and offers outdoor fun. They are a five-minute stroll from the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the historic Downtown Durango. When you arrive, take advantage of the hot tub, indoor pool, and DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie.
Moab
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Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn
Moab,
United States
16 S. Main Street
Free WiFi
The Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn is located in the heart of downtown Moab, near restaurants and souvenir shops. It also features a seasonal pool and year round Jacuzzi, fitness center, and guest laundry. The sleek and contemporary remodel of this hotel provides a freshness that will make your stay in Moab exceptionally pleasant.
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