Utah and Colorado
Enjoy three days of extraordinary landscapes aboard the new Canyon Spirit train. Vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways, and enchanting hoodoos await you. Traveling between Salt Lake City and Denver, this journey is filled with highlights best seen by train and offers overnight stays in Salt Lake City, Moab, Glenwood Springs, and Denver. Plus, enjoy Colorado Springs featuring Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and a Chuckwagon Dinner Show.
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This route can also be taken in reverse, starting in Denver and ending in Salt Lake City.
You’ll indulge in breakfast and lunch, as well as a selection of included snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Travel past Provo, through the historic Thistle Tunnels, cross Soldier Summit and descend the steep and scenic Price River Canyon. Take in sweeping views of majestic rock formations of the Book Cliffs as you make your way into Thompson Springs where you’ll be whisked away from the train to the adventurous town of Moab with ample time to enjoy a sunset or have a meal from a local restaurant. End the day with an overnight stay in Moab.
This evening, enjoy a unique experience as you take a Sunset Jet Boat Ride on the mighty Colorado River through spectacular red rock canyons. As the sun dips in the west, the canyon colors come to life while you learn about the river’s ecosystem, geology and history. After a thrilling ride, enjoy a delicious cowboy-style BBQ dinner served on the banks of the Colorado River before returning to the hotel. (B,L)
Rich with history and culture, Glenwood Springs is home to a vibrant dining scene, boutique shopping, scenic golf courses, and an endless list of outdoor fun.
End your day with overnight stay in Glenwood Springs. (B,D)
Explore at your leisure the dynamic city of Denver where you can uncover the Mile High City’s vibrant charm, from its lively streets to its hidden gems. Dinner is on your own this evening. (B,L)
This afternoon, take a ride on the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the 8.9 mile long ride begins along Ruxton Creek in Englemann Canyon. The track is built next to the stream where there are boulder fields on both sides. Conductors like to point out the various “faces” and shapes, which with a bit of imagination can be seen in them, during the first 1/3 of the trip. Then pass Minnehaha Falls and through a natural gateway known as Hells Gate, past Lake Moraine and Mount Almagre before climbing above the timberline. You will spend 20-30 minutes at the 14,110-foot summit. From here, on a clear day, you can see the skyscrapers of downtown Denver and the Great Plains to the east.
Check into your Colorado Springs hotel a one-night stay.
Tonight, visit the Flying W Ranch, a real working cattle ranch that also entertains tourists. You’ll enjoy the picturesque setting, authentic Western Town and a tasty Chuckwagon Supper. Following dinner, top off the evening with an outstanding Western Stage Show underneath a star filled Colorado Sky. (B,L,D)
Enjoy three days of extraordinary landscapes aboard the new Canyon Spirit train. Vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways, and enchanting hoodoos await you. Traveling between Salt Lake City and Denver, this journey is filled with highlights best seen by train and offers overnight stays in Salt Lake City, Moab, Glenwood Springs, and Denver. Plus, enjoy Colorado Springs featuring Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and a Chuckwagon Dinner Show.