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 Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail Only

 
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3 days
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RV-RTTE-27
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Embrace a journey of outstanding regional cuisine, exceptional service and spectacular views while traveling on Canyon Spirit's full route from Salt Lake City to Denver

Find inspiration in the in-between aboard Canyon Spirit. Step aboard for a three-day trip that puts sightseeing at the forefront of your adventure.

Depart from Salt Lake City and enjoy delicious meals and expert commentary while traveling into Moab's deserts. The scenery becomes increasingly mountainous near the Colorado border, with stunning Rocky Mountain scenery lining the tracks to Glenwood Springs and, later, Denver. Daylight-only routes and glass-enclosed cars mean you never miss a moment.

This itinerary is also available from Denver to Salt Lake City based on your travel preference.

Unforgettable Experiences

Crossing deserts and mountains aboard Canyon Spirit
Crossing deserts and mountains aboard Canyon Spirit
Travel from Salt Lake City to the red rocks of Moab and beyond to Glenwood Springs and Denver, Colorado, onboard Canyon Spirit, a daylight-only train adding elegance to America’s railways.
Admiring the rugged scenery of Moab
Admiring the rugged scenery of Moab
Pause your journey in Moab, enjoying a free evening and morning to soak up the otherworldly landscapes, hike along scenic trails, or bask in the desert ambiance in the Southwest's adventure capital.
Spending the night in the mountain resort of Glenwood Springs
Spending the night in the mountain resort of Glenwood Springs
Wrapped in views of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, enjoy an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, an artistic community known for its bountiful nature and historical hot springs.

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Itinerary

DAY1 Departing Salt Lake City on Canyon Spirit

With some of Utah and Colorado's most awe-inspiring vistas ahead, your journey begins this morning in Salt Lake City. Transfering to the railway station, step aboard Canyon Spirit and take your comfortable, reclining seat in a domed-glass car. This luxury train makes sightseeing a priority and provides opportunities from every angle, including open-air vestibules.

Enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and breakfast at your seat as the train gets underway. Canyon Spirit weaves past Provo, enters the historic Thistle Tunnels, crosses Soldier Summit and descends into the Price River Canyon. The scenery becomes increasingly arid as lunch is served, and you can admire passing views of the Book Cliffs before arriving in Moab.

An included transfer takes you to your hotel for the night in Moab, and you are then free to uncover this adventurous destination. Shops and restaurants line the main street, and there are plenty of ways to explore nature just outside downtown's bounds. Overnight Moab.

Please note: upgrades to Premier Class with an exclusive lounge are available. Speak with a Rail Specialist for details.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Lunch
DAY2 Into the Colorado Rockies

Weather permitting, the sunrises in Moab are spectacular. As the sun makes its way over the horizon, the clay-colored cliffs and rock formations are wrapped in multihued light, creating beautiful scenes. You might like to head out on a local trail to witness this for yourself. There are paved walking and biking paths within downtown Moab, and just outside of town are tons of hiking trails you could explore.

Early in the afternoon, you are transferred from your hotel to continue your journey on board Canyon Spirit. Lunch and dinner are served at your seat as the train crosses the through the rugged terrain and approaches the Colorado border. Remarkable scenes of the Colorado Rockies envelope the tracks as Canyon Spirit heads toward Glenwood Springs, where you stay for the night. As the train pulls into the station, you transfer to your hotel, where you have a free evening to soak up the new scenery. Overnight Glenwood Springs.

Includes
  • Lunch, Dinner
DAY3 Through the mountains to Denver

After a transfer back to Glenwood Springs' railway station this morning, rejoin Canyon Spirit for another day of jaw-dropping views from a perspective not seen by any other form of travel. Breakfast is served as the train sets off, bound for the "Mile High City."

Views of rugged canyons and the powerful Colorado River guide the course, with the mountain views in the backdrop. Tilt your head back to see the snow-capped peaks of the Rockies through the top windows, or step into the vestibule to breathe in the fresh mountain air. In your train car, your dedicated host again narrates the epic journey, highlighting points of interest and telling stories about the past while providing attentive service as the route unfolds.

After lunch this afternoon, Canyon Spirit trundles across the Continental Divide and approaches Colorado's capital, where your journey comes to a close upon arriving at Denver's historic Union Station.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Lunch

Additional information

Departure times

Departure times vary based on selected rail vacation. This information will be provided in your final documents. For more information please speak with your rail specialist.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours, they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. Please reference our Mobility Ratings Information, and if you’d like to discuss any particular vacation with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us at 1-877-929-7245.

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Canyon Spirit
Canyon Spirit

From the visionaries behind Rocky Mountaineer comes Canyon Spirit, an elevated rail experience through the spectacular landscapes of the American Southwest, connecting Colorado and Utah. Enjoy the same exceptional service, glass-domed coaches and spectacular Southwest scenery that made Rocky Mountaineer famous. Travel through breathtaking landscapes from panoramic windows and choose from all-inclusive Signature service or upgrade to Premier for an enhanced onboard experience.

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