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Experience SIX scenic rail excursions following historic routes of the Old West. Visit beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park, tour Mesa Verde National Park, visit the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park, & drive through Garden of the Gods Park
Experience SIX scenic rail excursions following historic routes of the Old West. Visit beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park, tour Mesa Verde National Park, visit the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park, & drive through Garden of the Gods Park
Travel along the Arkansas River Valley aboard the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, voted one of the Top Ten Most Exciting Rail Journeys in the World
Ride through the Rockies aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Ride the Royal Gorge Route Railroad across the famous Hanging Bridge
Relive the gold mining days aboard the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad
Climb 14,000 feet on the Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Visit beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park, a living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains
Tour Mesa Verde National Park with its amazing cliff dwellings, home to the Ancient Ones, the Anasazi Indians
Visit the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park
Drive through Garden of the Gods Park with its unique red sandstone formations
1 Pre Night in Denver (tax & breakfast included) - $349.00 room rate
Pricing includes roundtrip airfare from Phoenix.
Single Supplement Price $4,898.00
Day One
Welcome to Denver, the “Mile High City.” Meet your fellow travelers at 5:00 p.m. for a getacquainted dinner hosted by your Tour Manager.
DDay Two
Departing Denver, venture into Rocky Mountain National Park, a living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. With elevations ranging from 8,000 feet on the wet, grassy valleys to 14,259 feet at the weather-ravaged top of Longs Peak, the park is filled with breathtaking scenery and experiences. Following the Trail Ridge Road a stop at the Alpine Visitor Center offers an opportunity to learn more about this fascinating place.
FBDay Three
Today, travel to historic Leadville to board the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad. While onboard, learn about the fascinating history of the railroads and hear ghost stories and tales of the wild from your conductor while traveling north along the Arkansas River Valley. Rising up 1,000 feet from the valley floor you will be greeted by spectacular views of Fremont Pass and the two tallest peaks in Colorado, Mount Massive and Mount Elbert. Later, travel through scenic Monarch Pass and Curecanti National Recreation Area while en route to Montrose.
FB, BLDay Four
Today, it’s “full steam ahead” as you board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Voted one of the “Top Ten Most Exciting Train Journeys in the World” by the Society of American Travel Writers, this route winds through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest. The locomotives used today remain 100% coal-fired, steamoperated and are maintained in their original condition. Later, check into the Sky Ute Casino Resort.
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Visit the land of the ancient Pueblo Indians in Mesa Verde National Park. The fascinating cliff dwellings and culture of these people provide you with a look into a society that existed approximately 1,400 years ago. Building elaborate stone communities, the Pueblo developed their own society that existed for some 700 years, before disappearing. Archeologists called them Anasazi, from a Navajo word translating as “the ancient ones.”
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Your day begins as you board the motorcoach and ride to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, the original Rio Grande Line. This is America’s most spectacular narrow gauge steam railroad. Explore 50 miles of wild and rugged territory between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado, the highest point on the railroad.
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Aboard the Royal Gorge Railroad follow the 12-mile route along the old Denver and Rio Grande Western train line. Ride through the “Grand Canyon of the Arkansas” on an unforgettable journey over the famous Hanging Bridge, which clings precariously to the steep granite walls of Royal Gorge. Then, enjoy a drive through the stunning Garden of the Gods. This 1,300 acre park reflects the rich diversity of the terrain and red sandstone formations tell a unique geological story.
FBDay Eight
Begin the day with a “Ride to the Clouds” aboard the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railroad in the U.S. which stretches nine miles long as it vertically climbs to almost 14,000 feet. Then ride on the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad. Scenic wonders await around every curve and this century-old steam locomotive is reminiscent of the gold mining days of the area. This evening assemble for a farewell dinner, sharing memories of this unforgettable scenic rail adventure.
FB, DDay Nine
Following breakfast, say goodbye to Colorado with a group transfer to the Denver International Airport for flights home after 12:00 p.m.
FBFB=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, BL=Box Lunch, D=Dinner
-Casual Clothing that can be mixed and layered
-Comfortable walking shoes
-Hat and Sunscreen
-Cash and Credit Cards (Only those needed)
-Medicine and spare prescriptions
-Extra glasses and/or contacts
-Book, Word Search and/or Crossword Puzzle
-Binoculars
-Seat Cushions and/or Blanket (If attending a parade or show)
-Ear plugs and sleep mask
-Mini-Sewing Kit
-Toiletries and Tissues
-Chargers for devices (Cell phones, Tablets, etc.)
-Extra Memory Cards (Digital Cameras) or Extra Film
Colorado| September| 78 / 44°F
Youre always on the go, seeking new adventures. You can walk and bike around town, and can easily handle a longer walking tour. You can explore all sorts of terrainsincluding dusty or uneven pathswith little issue. Plus, youre comfortable with different temperatures and altitudes, making it easy to enjoy your travel experiences no matter where you go. Longer touring days with more walking tours mixed with some periods of standing. Expect more of the touring to be over uneven surfaces and involve stairs.
Day 1 Holiday Inn East, Denver, Colorado
Day 2 Comfort Suites, Dillon, Colorado
Day 3 Hampton Inn, Montrose, Colorado
Days 4 and 5 Sky Ute Casino Resort, Ignacio, Colorado
Day 6 Hampton Inn, Alamosa, Colorado
Days 7 and 8 Radisson Hotel, Colorado Springs, Colorado
14 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners
Roundtrip airfare from Phoenix Sky Harbor
Round trip airport transfers
Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) $399 per person
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