ClassicJourney through untamed Colorado on this amazing Rocky Mountain expedition.
With 20 years' experience in North America, travel with the experts to enjoy six of the state's most scenic heritage railways. Uncover stunning landscapes from the heights of Pikes Peak and the depths of Royal Gorge, as well as Colorado's fascinating history.
Delve into the film-set beauty of Wild West and Gold Rush scenes on the Durango & Silverton Railway and marvel at the awe-inspiring Garden of the Gods.
Unforgettable Experiences
What’s included on the tour?
Itinerary
Your Colorado rail adventure begins as you fly from London Heathrow this morning. Arriving in Denver in the afternoon, you can transfer independently to your central hotel or opt to upgrade to a private transfer for an additional fee.
The rest of the day is at leisure to unwind or explore Denver at your own pace. Known as the 'Mile High City' due to its elevation, Denver has an atmosphere all on its own with a thriving arts scene and a real sense of history as a major frontier town. Near our hotel, you can find numerous concert halls and art galleries, while Larimer Street is just a couple of blocks away. With Victorian buildings housing independent shops, restaurants and bars, it's the beating heart of Denver and has been since it was built in 1858.
Back at the hotel, you meet the Tour Manager. A specialist in guiding US tours, they will remain with you throughout until you return to Denver airport.
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Hotels
More information on the different trains that are used on this tour.
This 64-mile route winds through the stunning southern edge of the Colorado Rockies, passing vast rural landscapes between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado. Through long mountain tunnels, across rushing rivers and along breathtaking canyon shelves, narrow-gauge tracks take the train into places where no roads can reach. This wonderful journey is one of the most popular heritage railways in the USA.
The historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad weaves a tale of human ingenuity and natural beauty as it travels on its 45-mile route between Durango and Silverton in Colorado. Aboard fully restored steam trains that are original to the line and open-air gondolas that offer uninhibited views of the surrounding scenery, passengers relive the region's mining past and marvel at panoramic vistas of the Animas River and its gorge.
The Georgetown Loop Railroad was founded during the glory years of the gold and silver rush. Its scenic, double-looped route travels from Georgetown to Silver Plume on a four-and-a-half-mile path through the stunning Clear Creek Valley and offers unparalleled views of the Colorado Rockies. The narrow-gauge tracks navigate through sweeping curves and wide loops to scale more than 640 feet of elevation during the train's expedition between the historic mining towns.
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is in a league of its own. The route is so impressive that it once inspired a war between rail lines and today welcomes more than 100,000 passengers each year. This historic railroad first opened more than 140 years ago and has continued to amaze with its spectacular route along the Arkansas River. Narrow granite walls frame the way as guests enjoy views of rushing water and outstanding onboard cuisine.
Surrounded by Colorado's Rocky Mountain peaks and the astounding beauty of the San Isabel National Forest, the Leadville Railroad offers a beautiful experience. Passengers join the scenic railway in Leadville, one of the highest elevated incorporated cities in North America and embark on a 21-mile round-trip expedition to the Continental Divide. During the two-and-a-half-hour trip, the colourful history of Colorado's mining past unfolds as the train climbs 1,000 feet over the Arkansas River Valley. Onboard narration complements the journey, recounting fascinating tales of the region while the vintage diesel engines traverse incredible landscapes.
Enhance your holiday
Flight upgrades are available. For information regarding the types of upgrades offered by the various airlines we use, call our expert team for details.
Spending a night in London before your tour can make such a difference to the first day of your holiday - you can arrive in the capital in good time, relaxed and ready to join your Tour Manager the next morning. You may even want to take in a show on the West End or dine in one of London's famous restaurants. Perhaps on your return to London, you would like to break your journey with an overnight stay before continuing home.
We can book a wide range of hotels in central London or, for our holidays beginning with a flight, at Heathrow, Gatwick, or Manchester Airport for the night before or after your holiday. If you require a quote for single occupancy at any of the hotels, please contact us on 01904 734 805.
Buying tickets for UK train services can be a tricky business - there are so many fares to choose from, each with different rules and restrictions. As you are connecting with an international departure, we strongly recommend that you book a fully flexible ticket to ensure that should the departure times for your holiday change, your rail ticket can allow for these changes.
We can book fully-flexible UK rail tickets from your local station to join your holiday whether this be a European holiday from St Pancras or a UK holiday. The prices are competitive and tickets are not restricted to a particular train or time of day, and in most cases offer you a free choice of routes.
For an up to date quote from your local station, please ask one of our Tour Advisors.
