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Western Rails & Canyons with Canyon Spirit Rail Journey
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Denver (Colorado)
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Ends in
Denver (Colorado)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 24, 2026 to OCT 3, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Classic
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$4,872.55
Overview
All aboard for a spectacular 9-day adventure through the American Southwest! Your tour through Colorado and Utah begins with an overnight stay in the ‘Mile High City’ of Denver—5,280 feet above sea level. In Colorado Springs, board the Pikes Peak cog railway to reach the summit that inspired ‘America the Beautiful.’ Explore the stunning desert landscapes of Canyonlands and Arches National Parks, and the ancient indigenous dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. Embark on a two-day scenic rail journey aboard the Canyon Spirit train from the outdoor mecca of Moab through Colorado Canyons National Conservation Area and over the Continental Divide to return to Denver. You’ll also explore the natural treasures of Great Sand Dunes National Park and the scenic Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Moab so you can plan your day your way.
Visited During Tour
Arches National Park (Utah) | Canyonlands National Park (Utah) | Canyons of the Ancients (Colorado) | Colorado Springs (Colorado) | Dead Horse Point State Park (Utah) | Denver (Colorado) | Durango (Colorado) | Glenwood Springs (Colorado) | Great Sand Dunes National Park (Colorado) | Mesa Verde National Park (Colorado) | Moab (Utah) | Silverton (Colorado)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Western Rails & Canyons with Canyon Spirit Rail Journey tour dates available from Globus. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
Globus Tour Code AG
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1ARRIVE IN DENVER, COLORADO
Welcome to Colorado! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Denver with a visit to the Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Art Museum, or enjoy a walk through the mile-long pedestrian friendly 16th Street. Your Tour Director has suggestions for your free time, and your GlobusGO mobile app puts all the possibilities right at your fingertips.
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2DENVER–COLORADO SPRINGS
The Mile-High City See Denver’s historic Union Station, Mile High Stadium, and more on an orientation tour en route to Colorado Springs. Explore Garden of the Gods Park, featuring 300-foot towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. Take a thrilling ride on the Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railroad in the world. Travel up to the summit of 14,115-foot Pikes Peak, the place that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write America the Beautiful. Tonight, a This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! home-cooked BBQ dinner with western music under the stars at the historic Flying W Ranch (weather permitting). LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Enjoy Rocky Mountain home cooking under the stars with a BBQ at Flying W Ranch. Feel free to don your western garb and tap along to western music to get you in the spirit at this working cattle ranch in the Colorado foothills!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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3COLORADO SPRINGS–GREAT SAND DUNES NATIONAL PARK–DURANGO
Peak Perfection A scenic drive travels along the Highway of Legends Scenic and Historic Byway, with views of the Sangre de Cristo Range, home to ten 14,000-foot peaks, and through meandering ranchlands to Great Sand Dunes National Park. Later, continue deeper into the Colorado wilderness passing through the San Juan National Forest to Durango. Tonight is free to explore Durango to visit the local restaurants, saloons, speakeasy, and more on historic Main Street. TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS A sandbox of epic proportions, the entire dune field encompasses 30 square miles, with the tallest dune towering 750 feet high. With the highest dunes in North America, Great Sand Dunes National Park is a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, and soaring peaks. Enjoy free time here to explore the dune field trails.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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4DURANGO. RAIL JOURNEY TO SILVERTON
Rocky Mountain Highs This morning, board the This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad for a scenic ride through San Juan National Forest. Enjoy leisure time in Silverton’s authentic western downtown. Return to Durango on the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway for a free evening. LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE The legendary Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train hugs steep canyon walls as it winds its way through Rio de las Animas Canyon to Silverton, a National Historic Landmark. Silverton, once a major mining town, owes its name to an early miner’s claim, “We have no gold, but silver by the ton!” Spend time visiting the breweries, boutiques, and saloons that dot the thriving Greene Street.
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- Breakfast
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5DURANGO–MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK–CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS–MOAB, UTAH
Ancient Mystery Today is a step back to ancient times, lands, and people. Start with a visit to Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, continuing to the Canyon of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, in the Four Corners region of Southwestern Colorado. Continue to Moab for a free evening. TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORY & TRADITION Learn about the Ancestral Puebloans and see their mysterious, centuries-old cliff dwellings. Also, visit the museum that depicts the story of the people who once thrived on this 8,000-foot plateau and stop at a great vantage point for pictures of Cliff Palace, one of the largest of the 700-year-old Anasazi dwellings. Learn of the Native American and historic cultures at the Anasazi Heritage Center and walk in the footsteps of these great people by visiting the Escalante and Dominquez Pueblos.
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- Breakfast
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6MOAB. EXCURSION TO CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK & DEADHORSE STATE PARK
Spend your day your way in Moab Visit magnificent Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park. Explore more of Moab with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
Return to Moab for a free evening. Perhaps venture to Main Street for regional southwest cuisine and quaint shops, stretch your legs on the Mill Creek Parkway Trail, or consider an optional stargazing activity tonight in a certified International Dark Sky Park. TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Explore the spectacular views of Canyonlands National Park to see deep canyons stretching across the Colorado Plateau, an intricate canyon labyrinth with a million crimson hues. Then, on to Dead Horse Point State Park to see a vast mesa with an incredible view of the Colorado River as it twists through a gooseneck canyon 2,000 feet below.
WILD WESTSaddle up for a guided horseback ride to explore world-famous red rock cliffs landscape and stunning views of the valley. Discover the sights and sounds of the West from the trail. Note: No riding experience necessary; closed- toe shoes and long pants are required to ride.
RIVER RUNExplore the beauty of Moab on a jetboat ride on the Colorado River. See canyon walls and red rock wonders of the Colorado River bordering Canyonlands National Park.- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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7MOAB–ARCHES NATIONAL PARK–CANYON SPIRIT RAIL–GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO
Rockies by Rail Today, explore the incredible landscape of Arches National Park, containing more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch. Then embark on the Canyon Spirit for a scenic train ride in Signature Class. Travel east through the Colorado Canyons National Conservation Area. See Parachute Creek and Mount Logan while following the scenic Colorado River. Take in the beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs of Ruby Canyon, and mountain vistas. Overnight stay in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado. TOUR HIGHLIGHTTRAIN SPOTLIGHT Canyon Spirit travels through spectacular scenery on the journey to Glenwood Springs and Denver. Signature Service features a single-level glass dome coach offering reclining seats, meals served at your seat, an outdoor viewing area, and panoramic views from oversized windows. Enjoy an onboard culinary experience in regional cuisine and ingredients local to the Southwestern U.S.
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8GLENWOOD SPRINGS–CANYON SPIRIT RAIL–DENVER
On Top of the World A full day aboard the Canyon Spirit through the Colorado high country. Arrive in Denver this evening for a farewell reception hosted by your Tour Director. TOUR HIGHLIGHTROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGHS From dense wooded forests and white-capped mountains of White River National Forest to the picturesque Byers and Gore Canyons and the tranquil mountain lakes of Arapahoe National Forest, you’ll experience the journey of a lifetime. Cross the high elevations of the Continental Divide with a sparkling wine toast while riding through the six-mile-long Moffatt Tunnel.
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- Breakfast
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9DENVER
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more of Denver? Extra nights are available for purchase.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by Globus in their Western Rails & Canyons with Canyon Spirit Rail Journey tour:
Colorado Springs
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
Located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains within close proximity to the Air Force Academy and Garden of the Gods, this all-suite hotel offers a one of a kind tropical atrium, spectacular views of Pikes Peak, spacious guestrooms with convenient amenities, fitness center, and swimming pool.
Location
7290 Commerce Center
Colorado Springs, United States
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Denver
Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown combines the charm of a boutique hotel with top-notch amenities just steps away from Union Station. The hotel features rustic-chic décor with mural-size golf-mining photos, plenty of natural light, sliding barn doors, and polished concrete ceilings.
Location
1801 Wewatta Street
Denver, United States
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Durango
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Durango
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
This hotel is located along the Animas River's banks. A five-minute stroll gets you to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and historic Downtown Durango. The San Juan National Forest, which contains Colorado's largest wilderness region, is ten miles away and offers outdoor fun.
Location
501 Camino Del Rio
Durango, United States
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Moab
Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn
Hotel rating (by Globus):
The Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn is located in the heart of downtown Moab, near restaurants and souvenir shops. It also features a seasonal pool and year round Jacuzzi, fitness center, and guest laundry. The sleek and contemporary remodel of this hotel provides a freshness that will make your stay in Moab exceptionally pleasant.
Location
16 S. Main Street
Moab, United States
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar property)
Hyatt Place Moab
Hotel rating (by Globus): Moderate First-Class
Located only five miles away from the sandstone arches of Moab, Hyatt Place Moab features spacious and comfortable guestrooms, 24-hour dining, pool, fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Location
890 North Main Street
Moab, United States
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Moderate First-Class property)
More Details
Globus is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Western Rails & Canyons with Canyon Spirit Rail Journey tour:
Travelers Notes
Special features included in this tour: • Four National Parks • Orientation tour of Denver• Visit Garden of the Gods Park• Ride on the Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway• Explore the highest sand dunes in North America at Great Sand Dunes National Park • Visit Durango and ride the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad• Guided sightseeing in Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site• Visit Dead Horse State Park • Globus Choice excursion in Moab – included in your tour, with your choice between a guided horseback ride or Canyons Cruise on the Colorado River• Explore Arches and Canyonlands National Parks • Enjoy scenic views on the Canyon Spirit train
Meals Included
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Private Touring
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