Trains Of The Colorado Rockies
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Day 1: Denver, Colorado - Tour Begins
Join are group on a journey through natural beauty as you traverse the Colorado Rockies,
replete with Alpine lakes, towering peaks, and rolling meadows. Your tour begins in the
Mile High city of Denver, Colorado.

Day 2: Denver - Boulder - Estes Park - Rocky Mountain National Park - Denver
Travel this morning to the resort village of Estes Park, famous for its Stanley Hotel, the
inspiration for Stephen King's novel The Shining. Enjoy some leisure time to meander
among its unique shops and fine galleries and perhaps have lunch in one of the village's
many dining options. Next stop is Rocky Mountain National Park where you'll discover the
true meaning of "panoramic" as you experience some of Mother Nature's most
spectacular accomplishments. You will travel across the famed Trail Ridge Road* which
forms the highest continuous highway in America reaching heights of 12,183 ft. Its name
derives from its proximity to historic pathways used by native people to cross the Rocky
Mountains. With its gentle grades and broader curves, this celebrated "Roof of the
Rockies" offers massive peaks, rugged canyons and thundering waterfalls as you cross
the continental divide en route to Grand Lake and then back to Denver.

Day 3: Denver - Georgetown - Vail - Grand Junction
This morning travel through the Rocky Mountains on a scenic and historic train ride aboard
the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Completed in 1884 for the Colorado Central Railway 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. Next, travel out to the picturesque Alpine village of
Vail, founded as a ski resort in 1962 and incorporated as a town in 1966. Lined with
spectacular chalets, restaurants, outdoor cafes, shops and numerous cultural activities,
this town is one of the finest resort destinations in the world. Later, arrive in Grand
Junction, your home for the next two nights.

Day 4: Grand Junction - Colorado National Monument - Grand Junction
Today you will visit one of the grand landscapes of the American West in Colorado
National Monument. The establishment of the national monument in 1911 was largely due
to the campaigning of one man, John Otto, who explored the canyons and single-handedly
built many miles of trails through the area. During your visit you will travel along the Rim
Rock to see a colorful panorama of deep, sheer-sided canyons and high rock towers.
Later, journey to wine country to learn about one of the region’s finest winemaking
vineyards and sample the fruits of its labors. Tonight’s winemaker’s dinner at a lovely
vineyard will be an exceptional experience where you can relax and enjoy the company of
your fellow travelers.

Day 5: Grand Junction - Silverton - Durango
Today’s drive takes you south to the small mining town of Silverton, a national historic
landmark. Hidden high in the San Juan Mountains, this town offers spectacular views
combined with magnificent Victorian charm. Enjoy some free time in town to explore its
historic architecture and buildings - most built between 1882 and 1910 during Silverton’s
boom times. Then it's "All Aboard" as you embark on the Durango and Silverton Narrow
Gauge Railroad. This 1881 coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive was built to haul silver
and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains…but passengers soon realized it was the view
that was truly precious. Today, re-live the scenic journey from Silverton to Durango and be
awestruck by its views.

Day 6: Durango - Mesa Verde National Park - Durango
An incredible day awaits at Mesa Verde National Park which preserves the one thousand
year culture of the remarkable Anasazi Indians, “the Ancient Ones”. Visit the fascinating
Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings and see the famous Cliff Palace, two of the largest cliff
dwellings built between AD 1211 and 1278 by the ancestors of the Puebloan peoples of
the Southwest. Believed to be home to approximately 80 people, Spruce Tree House was
built into a natural cave and found to have 130 rooms and 8 ceremonial chambers. This
evening enjoy an Old West adventure filled with traditional cowboy food and
entertainment**.

Day 7: Durango - Canon City - Colorado Springs
Travel east across southern Colorado to Canon City and the home of the Royal Gorge
Railroad. Board the train for a 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.
It is no understatement to say that this is some of the most spectacular scenery you will
ever see.

Day 8: Colorado Springs - Manitou Springs - Colorado Springs
Depart for Manitou Springs and the home of Pike's Peak, the legendary symbol of the 1859
Gold Rush. Upon arrival you will 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 (approx. 14,110 ft). During the
journey you will see many magnificent views and perhaps see some animals in their
native habitat. Later, travel to the Garden of the Gods. Placed on the National Register for
Historic Places in 1979, this park offers 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.

Day 9: Colorado Springs - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today. However, the many wonderful memories you’ll have made are yours
to take home and enjoy for many years to come.


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