Historic Trains of the Old West
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10 days
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Western USA
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Steady pace
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Platinum escorted tours
Roll along Colorado's historic railroads on an Old West adventure through arresting pine forests and steep canyons.
At a glance
- Denver Sightseeing tour of this cosmopolitan city
- Georgetown Loop Railroad Experience this historic narrow-gauge railroad
- Silverton Enjoy a scenic ride through San Juan National Forest on a heritage narrow gauge railroad to Durango
- Mesa Verde National Park Explore the ancestral cliff dwellings of the Anasazi Indians
- Santa Fe Take a trolley tour of the city's historic landmarks
- Royal George Bridge Walk across North America's highest suspension bridge
- Colorado Springs Ride the Pikes Peak Cog Railway to the 14,110ft summit
What's included
Price match guarantee
Find a like-for-like tour that's cheaper elsewhere and we'll match its price and give you £100 off. That's how confident we are that we offer the best possible value for money on our touring holidays.With accommodation, transfers, excursions, selected meals, private VIP home pick-up and the services of an expert Tour Director all included in the price, our escorted tour holidays are highly rated by our customers. But should you find a like-for-like tour cheaper elsewhere, we will match its price and give you a further £100 reduction.
VIP home pick-up service
You'll be picked up at home and whisked off to your departure point in a private, air-conditioned car, and we'll be waiting to take you home too.Our VIP home pick-up service is included up to 50 miles to your departure airport. Your driver will happily load and unload your luggage, and drive you to your departure terminal. At the close of your trip, you'll be welcomed by your driver in the arrivals hall and returned home again. A supplement is payable per mile over 50 miles.
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Historic Trains of the Old West
Multiple itineraries are available
This itinerary changes on some dates - select your preferred departure date to see the details.
Overview
Roll along Colorado's historic railroads on an Old West adventure through arresting pine forests and steep canyons.
Total meals included:
- 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
UK - Denver
Day1
Fly to Denver where you will transfer to your hotel for two nights.
Welcome to colourful Colorado! Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Denver
Day2
At 6 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Denver - Georgetown Loop Railroad - Breckenridge -Glenwood Springs
Day3
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Denver this morning, then it’s on to the beautiful Colorado mountains. Board the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad, sit back and relax as you enjoy the beauty of the rugged Rocky Mountains plus views of Clear Creek Canyon. There’s time this afternoon to explore the resort town of Breckenridge before arriving in Glenwood Springs for the evening. Why not unpack your swimsuit and head down to the hot springs? Entrance to the Hot Springs pools are included with your stay. These are the world’s largest and have been welcoming visitors for over 125 years.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Glenwood Springs - Silverton - rail Journey to Durango
Day4
Head south today through some of Colorado’s most spectacular scenery. Arrive in Silverton, once a major mining town that owes its name to the bragging statement by an early miner: “We have no gold, but silver by the ton!” Board the narrow-gauge Durando and Silverton Narrow - Gauge Railroad for a scenic ride through San Juan National Forest. The legendary steam train hugs steep canyon walls as it winds its way through Rio de las Animas Canyon with vistas of snowcapped peaks. Arrive in Durango, a town born in the Gold Rush and silver-mining era.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Durango. Excursion to Mesa Verde National Park.
Day5
This morning, visit Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See Spruce Tree House, one of the best-preserved 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). Return to Durango, where the remainder of the day is yours to explore. You might wish to browse the many shops on Main Street, or perhaps enjoy a cold pint at one of the city’s local breweries.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Durango - Taos - Taos Pueblo- Sante Fe
Day6
Travel into New Mexico, arriving in the adobe town of Taos on the high-desert mesa at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Visit Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where a tour will give you insight into the history, traditions, and daily life of these native people. Continue to the charming city of Santa Fe, the oldest seat of government in the United States. Dinner this evening is at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Santa Fe - Excursion to Chimayo
Day7
Experience Santa Fe up close as you embark on a guided Trolley tour of the many historic buildings, revealing the town’s Spanish, Indian, and American heritage. Main sights include the San Miguel Mission, Palace of the Governors, Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi, and Loretto Chapel's “Miracle Stairway.” We then visit nearby Chimayo, which was founded in the 17th century by Spanish settlers. Enjoy lunch at the Rancho de Chimayo, located in a century-old adobe home, serving some of the best New Mexican cuisine. Visit Santuario De Chimayo and learn about the miraculous healing powers that still attract thousands of pilgrims each year. Return to Santa Fe, where the remainder of your day is at leisure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Sante Fe - Royal Gorge - Colorado Springs
Day8
Leave Santa Fe and drive north to Colorado Springs, Colorado, stopping at the Royal Gorge Bridge en route. Walk across North America’s highest suspension bridge and marvel at the rugged rock walls that plunge more than 1,000 feet down to the Arkansas River. Continue to Colorado Springs, home to the U.S. Olympic Training Centre.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Colorado Springs - Denver
Day9
Take the Pikes peak cog railway up to the summit of 14,115-foot Pikes Peak, the place that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write America the Beautiful. We then explore Garden of the Gods, featuring 300-foot towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. This afternoon, head north to Denver, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your holiday.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Denver - Home landing in the UK
Day10
Your tour ends today.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
Tour hotels will be as specified or alternatives of a similar standard.
- Denver: Sheraton Denver Downtown
- Glenwood Springs: Glenwood Hot Springs Resort
- Durango: Doubletree by Hilton Durango
- Santa Fe: Hilton Sante Fe Historic Plaza
- Colorado Springs: Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs