Trains and Parks of Colorado

Day 1 - Enjoy transportation to the airport aboard a deluxe Anderson Motorcoach. Fly today to Denver International Airport. Welcome to Denver, Colorado, the "Mile High City." A welcome reception will be followed by a get-acquainted dinner with your fellow travelers hosted by Mark Warther. (D)

Day 2 – This morning we experience the "Georgetown Loop Railroad". This railroad connected the thriving mining towns of Georgetown and Silver Plume with horseshoe curves, grades of up to 4%, and four bridges across Clear Creek, including the massive Devil’s Gate High Bridge. Tonight we will experience a winemaker’s dinner at the award winning Wine Country Inn, which is set amid acres of vineyards. (B, D)

Day 3 – Today we visit the "Colorado National Monument" where a special evening awaits us, an outdoor sunset dinner served on the rim of the canyon, with the most breath takings views of the west. (B, D)

Day 4 –This morning we depart for the high country. The San Juan Mountains are a rugged mountain range in southwestern Colorado which is home to the "Durango & Silverton Scenic RR". This railroad has been voted one of the "Top Three Most Exciting Train Journeys in the World" by the Society of American Travel Writers. This amazing train winds through spectacular & breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable adventure. Dinner is at the famous Palace restaurant. (B, D)

Day 5 – Today is for Durango. From local history and railroad museums to the ancient cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, Durango is truly where the old west survived, and the new thrives. Steeped in history as Durango’s most prominent downtown landmark, the Historic Strater is our place for dinner. (B, D)

Day 6 – Today’s adventure includes lunch on the mountain as we chug along America’s highest and longest narrow gauge railroad, the "Cumbres & Toltec". The scenic journey unfolds as soon as the train, pulled by its powerful locomotive, leaves the Chama, Station. In just moments, the gradual climb into the mountains begins and another day of memories is born. (B, L)

Day 7 – Today we visit the stunning Garden of the Gods, and this afternoon we check into the "Cliff House", a "Four Diamonds" Historic Country Inn at the base of Pikes Peak. The afternoon is yours to enjoy and also shop in Manitou Springs. (B, D)

Day 8 – Today is our last great rail experience on board the "Pikes Peak Cog Railroad". A trip up "America’s Mountain" is certainly a bucket list experience, and you will discover what inspired "Kathryn Lee Bates" to write "America the Beautiful". (B, L)

Day 9 – Depart for the airport and enjoy your trip home! (B)