Get ready to experience a spectacular journey that continues each day through the majestic Rockies, along the Colorado River, to the grandeur of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks aboard the domed Rocky Mountaineer Train. Immerse yourself in the cowboy town of Durango with an authentic chuckwagon dinner and entertainment. Step back in time to an era when the Pueblo people thrived on the cliffs of Mesa Verde National Park. Visit the truly unique and hidden Great Sand Dunes National Park, all topped off with an unforgettable ride to the top of Pikes Peak.
If you have any questions about any of our tours, please don’t hesitate to reach out via phone (978-256-6559) or email.
If you have any questions about any of our tours, please don’t hesitate to reach out via phone (978-256-6559) or email.
Depart For Colorado
Welcome to Denver, known as the “Mile High City.” This famous capital dates to the Old West era, featuring a blend of modern and 19th-century buildings. Join your group for a delicious welcome dinner with wine.
All Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
It’s all aboard “the Rockies to the Red Rocks” train. Relax in the luxury as vast canyons and majestic mountains surround you on this spectacular ride. Travel in one of Rocky Mountaineer’s single-level dome rail cars, where the windows reach the roof, so you won’t miss a moment of the ever-changing scenery.
The train crosses the Continental Divide before passing Gore and Byers Canyons. Keep an eye out for wildlife along the journey, as eagles, deer, and pronghorns are everywhere. A hot breakfast and lunch, along with beverages, are included onboard. Enjoy an overnight stop in historic Glenwood Springs, surrounded by the rugged Rockies. This evening is at your leisure.
Railroading Towards Moab, UT
Board the Rocky Mountaineer to continue this wonderful journey filled with the most incredible scenery at every turn. The train travels along the Colorado River through areas only accessible by rail. The trip has been called “absolutely stunning,” and you’ll be delighted to see why.
Crossing the border into Utah, look out for the 12,726-foot Mount Peale peak, the highest point of the La Sal Mountains, and watch red sandstone landscapes emerge.
This afternoon, arrive in Moab, home to two of America’s most famous National Parks. Later, we’ll visit Canyonlands National Park, where the Colorado River carved countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes. Several spectacular stops will be made for excellent photo ops!
Durango, CO & Mesa Verde National Park
For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, you’ll have a firsthand look at where they dwelled. The tour offers a spectacular glimpse into an unbelievable past.
Tonight, enjoy a real cowboy chuckwagon dinner and show at the fun and famous Bar D Ranch. After supper, the Bar D Wranglers present a concert featuring music and songs of old West cowboys, along with comedy and lively instrumentals.
Durango to Colorado Springs, CO
Journey through majestic mountains toward Colorado Springs. The scenery on either side is stunning. We make a special visit to the Great Sand Dunes National Park, declared by Herbert Hoover in 1932. It contains the tallest sand dunes in North America. Enjoy a stop at the visitor center followed by a 2-mile ride to see the dunes.
After a lunch break, we arrive in Colorado Springs, which boasts the most spectacular views of the 14,115 ft. Pikes Peak. This evening, enjoy leisure time where you may choose to explore the downtown area with plenty of local restaurants to choose from.
Colorado Springs & the Pike’s Peak Cog Railroad
When Katharine Lee Bates sat at the top of Pikes Peak in 1893, she was so inspired by the view that she wrote the poem “America the Beautiful,” which is one of the most beloved songs about America. Once you arrive at the top of Pikes Peak on the Cog Railway, you will quickly learn how this adored song became so popular—the sweeping 360-degree views are incredible! People say carbs can be helpful at high altitudes, so don’t forget to grab some of those tasty, homemade donuts at the visitor center.
Pikes Peak, named because explorers thought it was fit for the Gods, frames the Garden of the Gods, which contains outstanding geological features like Steamboat Rock, the Three Graces, and Balanced Rock. You’ll explore the park with special stops for spectacular photos.
Tour Ends
Bid a fond farewell to one of the most scenic tours in the U.S. as we travel to the Denver International Airport before heading home.
For day trips, we require full payment at the time of booking. If the trip is canceled, a full refund will be issued. Payment arrangements are not available for day trips.
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Unicorn Tours
60 Highland Ave. E
Braintree, MS 02184-1600
Unicorn Tours provides trip cancellation insurance for day trips, offering protection against cancellation penalties. The premium is due at the time of booking and varies with the trip cost, stated on individual trip flyers. This insurance safeguards against unexpected medical or other emergencies. With trip cancellation insurance, a full refund is available from 29 days up to the day of departure. Reimbursements extend to those sharing accommodations with the insured, provided they also purchase the trip cancellation insurance.
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