TOUR DETAILS _________________ 8 Days • 15 Meals Aug 17-24, 2025 Price Per Person: DB $3,199, TP/QD $2,999, SG $3,829 Standard Inclusions: See page 5 for details Depart/Return: SGF/MCI/STL HIGHLIGHTS _________________ • Scenic mountain rail adventures on Royal Gorge, Cumbres & Toltec, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, and Georgetown Loop Railroads; optional ride on Pike’s Peak Cog Railway • Marvel at North America’s tallest dunes in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve • Enjoy a leisurely day in the western town of Durango • Mesa Verde National Park Option • Guided tour of Garden of the Gods • Pioneer and Native American tales by Leon Joseph Littlebird ACCOMMODATIONS _________________ Night 1: Hyatt Place Airport, Denver Night 2: Hampton Inn Downtown, Grand Junction Nights 3-4: Holiday Inn Express, Durango Night 5: Hampton Inn, Alamosa Night 6: Holiday Inn Express, Canon City Night 7: Hyatt Place Colorado Springs
Option—Mesa Verde National Park Travel deep into Mesa Verde National Park to learn about Anasazi Indians. L Price: $85 per person. Option—Chuckwagon Supper and Performance Join us this evening for a Chuckwagon Supper and performance of music and songs of the old west cowboys, comedy and lively instrumentals by the Bar D Wranglers. D Price: $45 per person.
DAY 5: CUMBRES & TOLTEC RAILROAD
Return to the exciting days of the Frontier West aboard this stately steam engine the moment it blows its horn! Relax in your comfortable coach or open-air observation car during an unforgettable journey from Chama to Antonito, located in the San Juan Mountains, at an elevation of 10,022 ft. Midway enjoy a delicious lunch stop in the small mining town of Osier before heading to Alamosa. B, L DAY 6: GREAT SAND DUNES N.P./ROYAL GORGE RAILROAD
Ride aboard the Cumbres & Toltec RR!
Marvel at North America’s tallest dunes in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. This afternoon, visit the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park suspended 1,000 feet above the gorge. As you cross the bridge, look down below to the bottom of the gorge which you’ll see up close and personal this evening aboard “North America’s most scenic railroad” - the world-famous Royal Gorge Route! From the comfort of the train, enjoy a delicious dinner, fabulous scenery, and wildlife. This classic, old-time diesel engine chugs along the Arkansas River and winds its way through the steep granite cliffs of the gorge. B, L, D DAY 7: PIKES PEAK Travel towards Colorado Springs in time for lunch in the magical town of Manitou Springs, home to nine mineral springs fed by the snows of Pikes Peak. Many native Americans considered this area sacred—and you’ll see why. B, L, D Option—Pikes Peak Cog Railway If you’re feeling extra adventurous, sign up for a thrilling 8,000-foot ascent to the top of majestic Pikes Peak (14,110 ft.), taking in miles of mountainous scenery along the way. Price: $85 per person. DAY 8: GARDEN OF THE GODS This morning we visit the stunning Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. This 1,367-acre park at the base of Pikes Peak is where the Great Plains meet the Rockies—and is like a little piece of heaven! You’ll be amazed by the abundance of plant and animal life here, as well as the magnificent red sandstone formations. Afterwards, return to Denver as you say goodbye to new friends and take home with you happy railroading memories! B ✹
Garden of the Gods
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