Day 5 - Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Views that cannot be seen by any other mode of transportation
lie ahead on today's journey aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic
Railroad. This 3-foot narrow-gauge railway follows a 64-mile course
between Antonito, CO, and Chama, NM, weaving back and forth across
the state line 13 times. Along the way, enjoy impeccable views of
the Southwest, including sprawling ranches, deep green aspen
groves, colorful canyons, distant mountain ranges, expansive
meadows, and wide-open skies. The train passes winding waterways
and crosses the Cascade Creek Trestle. Charming mountain towns
combine with deserted villages to add further dimension to the
scenery. It is no wonder that this railway has been voted the "#1
Scenic Train" by USA Today 10 Best numerous times in the past five
years. But the scenery is just part of the equation. The train
itself is gorgeous, with its meticulously preserved cars featuring
tin ceilings, period seating and panoramic windows. If the views
from inside are not enough, step out onto the open-air gondola to
get a better look. When we arrive in the town of Osier, a delicious
home-cooked lunch awaits us. Back on board, the rail journey
continues through the rugged landscape at a maximum speed of 12
miles per hour, arriving at our final destination after a memorable
day of travel.
Our motorcoach is waiting when we arrive at the station, and our
journey presses forth toward Durango, CO. Feel free to venture to
the boutique shops and restaurants downtown. Overnight Durango,
CO.
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