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Trains of the Colorado Rockies
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Experience the majesty of the Colorado Rockies from four trains that celebrate the can-do spirit of the Old West. Scale Pike's Peak on the world's highest cog railway. Climb aboard an 1881 steam train for a journey through the San Juan Mountains. Travel the Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous highway in the U.S., reaching 12,183 ft. Discover the ancient culture of the Anasazi Indians at Mesa Verde National Park. Relish cowboy culture in an evening of authentic dining and entertainment. Highlights Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park, Georgetown Loop Railroad, Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument, Durango & Silverton Railroad, Durango, Mesa Verde National Park, Royal Gorge Railroad, Colorado Springs, Pike's Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods Collette Experience Ride aboard the famous Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad through southwestern Colorado's San Juan Mountains.Journey on the world's highest cog railroad to Pike's Peak, a stunning backdrop for Colorado Springs.Spend two nights in Durango, a fun-filled cowboy town where you can relive the excitement of the Old West. |
| Call (209) 632-0482 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10576811 | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 3/31/2012 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Denver | Denver, Colorado Area - Tour Begins : Traverse the Colorado Rockies with Collette Vacations as you journey through the beauty of nature with Alpine lakes, towering peaks and rolling meadows at every turn. Today dinner will be included. | | Day 2 | Denver | Denver Area-Estes Park-Rocky Mountain National Park-Denver Area : Travel to the resort village of Estes Park, famous for its Stanley Hotel, the inspiration for Stephen King's novel, The Shining. Enjoy leisure time to meander among its unique shops and fine galleries. Next stop is Rocky Mountain National Park to discover the true meaning of "panoramic" as you experience incredible views. Then, travel across the famed Trail Ridge Road* which forms the highest continuous highway in America reaching heights of 12,183 feet. This celebrated "Roof of the Rockies" offers views of massive peaks and rugged canyons as you cross the continental divide. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 3 | Grand Junction | Denver Area - Georgetown - Grand Junction : Travel through the Rocky Mountains on a scenic and historic train ride aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Completed in 1884 as a means to transport silver in and out of the region, this spectacular stretch of narrow gauge railroad is an engineering marvel and features several horseshoe curves and bridges including the Devil's Gate High Bridge. A lunch stop is made at the picturesque Alpine village of Vail. Lined with chalets, outdoor cafes and intriguing shops and galleries, Vail is one the finest resort destinations in the world. Later, arrive in Grand Junction, your home for the next two evenings. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 4 | Grand Junction | Grand Junction - Colorado National Monument - Grand Junction : Visit one of the grand landscapes of the American West - Colorado National Monument. Travel along the Rim Rock to see a colorful panorama of deep, sheer-sided canyons and high rock towers. Later, journey to Colorado's wine country to learn about one of the region's finest vineyards and sample the fruits of its labors. Tonight's winemaker's dinner at a lovely vineyard will be an exceptional experience where you can relax and enjoy the company of your fellow travelers. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 5 | Durango | Grand Junction - Silverton - Durango : Drive south to the small mining town of Silverton, a national historic landmark. Hidden high in the San Juan Mountains, this town offers spectacular scenery, Victorian charm and historic architecture built between 1882 - 1910. Then it's "all aboard" the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. This 1881 coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive was built to haul silver and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains...but you will soon realize it is the view that is truly precious. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 6 | Durango | Durango - Mesa Verde National Park - Durango : An incredible day awaits at Mesa Verde National Park which preserves the one thousand year culture of the remarkable Anasazi Indians. Visit the fascinating Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings to see two of the largest cliff dwellings built between AD 1211 - 1278 by ancestors of the Pueblos. This evening, enjoy an Old West adventure filled with traditional cowboy food and entertainment**. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 7 | Colorado Springs | Durango - Canon City - Colorado Springs : Travel east across southern Colorado to Canon City's Royal Gorge Railroad. Board the train for a 24-mile ride beneath the highest suspension bridge in the world, the Royal Gorge Bridge, which spans the gorge 1,053 feet above the railroad tracks. This is some of the most spectacular scenery you will ever see. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 8 | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs - Manitou Springs - Colorado Springs : Depart for Manitou Springs, home of Pike's Peak, the legendary symbol of the 1859 Gold Rush. Embark on Pike's Peak Cog Railway, the world's highest cog railroad, for an 8.9 mile journey to the top of Pike's Peak (approx. 14,110 ft.). During the journey you will see magnificent views and perhaps animals in their native habitat. Later, travel to the Garden of the Gods, on the National Register for Historic Places, to view the towering sandstone formations and a wonderful view of Pike's Peak. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner to celebrate a trip filled with scenic delights and railway adventures. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 9 | Tour ends | Colorado Springs - Tour Ends : Your tour ends in Colorado Springs. Today breakfast will be included. |
| | | Red Lion Hotel Denver Southeast, Aurora, Colorado | Doubletree Hotel, Grand Junction, CO | | Strater Hotel, Durango, CO | Holiday Inn, Durango, CO | | Colorado Springs Marriott, Colorado Springs, CO | |
| | NOTE: Specials are marked with a * NOTE: NOTE: Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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