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Historic Trains of the Old West

Historic Trains of the Old West

9 day tour from Denver roundtrip
Tour Operator
Globus
Departures
Jun 2, 2025 – Sep 10, 2025
Prices From
$4,229
Dates & Prices
All aboard! Calling all trainspotters and railway enthusiasts! You’ll love riding the rails into the unspoiled scenic past of Colorado. This tour of the U.S. West is just the ticket to chug through the untamed beauty of the Royal Gorge aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railway; through the magnificent mesas and canyons of San Juan National Forest aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad; and through the rugged splendor of the Rockies aboard the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad. You’ll also pick up steam with visits to Colorado Spring’s Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde’s ancient cliff dwe

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
ARRIVE IN DENVER, COLORADO
Welcome to Colorado! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGHS At 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver is called the Mile-High City for a reason. This gateway to the Rocky Mountains is the perfect place to kick back with a view of the sunset over Mount Evans while enjoying a local IPA or coffee after dinner. Ask your Tour Director for the best eateries in LoDo (lower downtown) or other exciting venues this beautiful city has to offer.
Day 2
DENVER–ROYAL GORGE ROUTE RAILROAD–COLORADO SPRINGS
All Aboard the Royal Gorge! Depart on a scenic drive south to the Royal Gorge for a unique experience on the spectacular Royal Gorge Route Railroad. Later, travel to Colorado Springs to explore Garden of The Gods, featuring 300-foot towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE When President Teddy Roosevelt rode the rails through the Royal Gorge in 1905, he described the experience as “the trip that bankrupts the English language.” You’ll be speechless too on this train ride through the breathtaking scen
Day 3
COLORADO SPRINGS–SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
The American Southwest Depart Colorado Springs and head south into New Mexico, the “Land of Enchantment,” to the charming city of Santa Fe. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Experience the rich history and culture of Santa Fe - home to an abundance of art galleries amid its diverse visual arts scene of ancient traditional art to modern contemporary works that celebrate the desert beauty of this ruggedly beautiful landscape.
Day 4
SANTA FE. EXCURSION TO CHIMAYO
Enchanted Jewels Begin with a captivating glimpse into the diversity of folk art from around the world. The Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe allows you to explore a vast collection of traditional textiles, ceramics, paintings, and other unique objects that showcase the rich cultural heritage of different communities. Then visit nearby Chimayo, founded in the 17th century by Spanish settlers. Enjoy lunch in a century-old adobe home at Rancho de Chimayo, serving outstanding New Mexican cuisine. Visit [LOCAL FAVORITE] Santuario De Chimayo and learn about the miraculous healing powers

What's Included

Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Hotels

Denver | Hilton Denver City Center
Superior First-Class
Denver, United States
1701 California Street
Free WiFi
Sleek Hotel on the first 19 floors of the 43-story Hilton Tower in heart of downtown financial district.

Itinerary Dates & Prices

Start Date
Jun 02, 2025
End Date
Jun 10, 2025
Our Price
$4,279
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Start Date
Jun 16, 2025
End Date
Jun 24, 2025
Our Price
$4,779
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Start Date
Sep 08, 2025
End Date
Sep 16, 2025
Our Price
$4,229
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Start Date
Sep 10, 2025
End Date
Sep 18, 2025
Our Price
$4,879
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