Experience the majesty of the Colorado Rockies aboard four trains that celebrate the spirit of the Old West. Scale Pike’s Peak on the world’s highest cog railway. Climb aboard an 1881 steam train for a journey through the San Juan Mountains. Travel the Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous highway in the U.S., reaching 12,183 ft. Discover the ancient culture of the Anasazi Indians at Mesa Verde National Park. Relish cowboy culture in an evening of authentic dining and entertainment.

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• Scenic rail excursions including the Georgetown Loop Railroad, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Royal Gorge Route Railroad, and Pike’s Peak Cog Railway
• Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
• Hotel accommodations for 8 nights
• 12 meals
• Sightseeing and scenic excursions per itinerary
• Services of a professional tour manager
• Baggage handling, taxes and service charges

Scenic highlights of your trip include:

• Rocky Mountain National Park
• Colorado National Monument
• Mesa Verde National Park
• Garden of the Gods

Day 1 – Denver, Colorado
Your Colorado train adventure begins in Denver as you journey through the beauty of nature with alpine lakes, towering peaks and meadows at every turn. Overnight Crowne Plaza Denver. (D)

Day 2 – Estes Park / Rocky Mountain National Park
Travel to the resort village of Estes Park, famous for its Stanley Hotel, the inspiration for Stephen King’s novel, The Shining. Enjoy leisure time to meander among the unique shops and fine galleries. Continue on to Rocky Mountain National Park and discover the true meaning of “panoramic” as you take in incredible views. Then, travel across the famed Trail Ridge Road, which forms the highest continuous highway in America reaching heights of 12,183 feet. This celebrated “Roof of the Rockies” offers views of massive peaks and rugged canyons as you cross the Continental Divide. Overnight Crowne Plaza Denver. (B)

Day 3 – Georgetown / Grand Junction
Travel through the Rocky Mountains on a scenic and historic train ride aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Completed in 1884 as a means to transport silver in and out of the region, this spectacular stretch of narrow gauge railroad is an engineering marvel and features several horseshoe curves and bridges including the Devil’s Gate High Bridge. A lunch stop is made at the picturesque alpine village of Vail. Lined with chalets, outdoor cafes and intriguing shops and galleries, Vail is one of the finest resort destinations in the world. Later, arrive in Grand Junction, your home for the next two evenings. Overnight Doubletree Hotel Grand Junction. (B)

Day 4 – Colorado National Monument
Today brings a visit to the Colorado National Monument, one of the great landscapes of the American West. Travel along the Rim Rock to see a colorful panorama of deep, sheer-sided canyons and high rock towers. Later, journey to Colorado’s wine country to learn about one of the region’s finest vineyards and sample the fruits of its labors. Tonight’s winemaker’s dinner at a lovely vineyard will be an exceptional experience. Overnight Doubletree Hotel Grand Junction. (B, D)

Day 5 – Silverton / Durango
Drive south to the small mining town of Silverton, a national historic landmark. Hidden high in the San Juan Mountains, this town offers spectacular scenery, Victorian charm, and historic architecture built between 1882 and 1910. Board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad here. This 1881 coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive was built to haul silver and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains. Overnight Durango Strater Hotel. (B)

Day 6 – Mesa Verde National Park
An incredible day awaits at Mesa Verde National Park, which preserves the 1,000-year-old culture the remarkable Anasazi Indians. Visit the fascinating Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings to see two of the largest cliff dwellings built between AD 1211 and 1278 by ancestors of the Pueblos. This evening, enjoy an Old West adventure filled with traditional cowboy food and entertainment.* Overnight Durango Strater Hotel. (B, D)

Day 7 – Canon City / Colorado Springs
Travel east across southern Colorado to Canon City’s Royal Gorge Railroad. Board the train for the 24-mile ride beneath the highest suspension bridge in the world, the Royal Gorge Bridge, which spans the gorge 1,053 feet above the railroad tracks. This is some of the most spectacular scenery you will ever see! Overnight Colorado Springs Marriott. (B)

Day 8 – Manitou Springs
Depart for Manitou Springs, home of Pike’s Peak, the legendary symbol of the 1859 Gold Rush. Embark on Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, the world’s highest cog railroad, for an 8.9-mile journey to the top of Pike’s Peak. During the journey you’ll see magnificent views and perhaps animals in their native habitat. Later, travel to the Garden of the Gods to see the towering sandstone formations and a wonderful view of Pike’s Peak. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner to celebrate a trip filled with scenic delights and railway adventures. Overnight Colorado Springs Marriott. (B, D)

Day 9 – Tour Ends
Your tour ends after breakfast today. (B)