Canyon Spirit · Independent rail package

Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail Only

3-day rail-only Canyon Spirit trip from Salt Lake City to Denver

Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail Only, a rail journey with Canyon Spirit

Canyon Spirit's Three-day Rail Only package covers three full days aboard the Canyon Spirit Signature train from Salt Lake City to Denver, with 2 hotel nights included at the Moab and Glenwood Springs stopovers along the way. The route passes Provo and the historic Thistle Tunnels, crosses Soldier Summit, and descends Price River Canyon on the first day into Moab, crosses the Utah-Colorado border into Glenwood Springs on the second day, and crosses the Continental Divide with Colorado River views on the final day into Denver. A dedicated team of onboard Hosts travels with guests throughout. Because this is a rail-only package, hotels in Salt Lake City and Denver are not included, so travelers arrange their own accommodation at the start and end of the trip. This suits travelers who already have their own Salt Lake City and Denver plans and want just the rail journey and its two stopover nights handled.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a rail-only package: no hotel nights are included in Salt Lake City or Denver, only the 2 nights at the Moab and Glenwood Springs stopovers.
  • The evidence pack does not name the hotels or state a star rating for the two included nights in Moab and Glenwood Springs.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Moab

    Salt Lake City to Moab

    Depart Salt Lake City in the morning onboard Canyon Spirit, where you’ll indulge in breakfast and a light lunch, as well as a selection of included snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. You'll travel past Provo, through the historic Thistle Tunnels, cross Soldier Summit and descend the steep and scenic Price River Canyon. You will take in sweeping views of majestic rock formations of the Book Cliffs as you make your way into Thompson Springs where you’ll be whisked away from the train to the adventurous town of Moab with ample time to enjoy a sunset or have a meal from a local restaurant. End your day with an overnight stay in Moab.

  2. Day 2overnight: Glenwood Springs

    Moab to Glenwood Springs

    Depart Moab in the early afternoon and travel onboard Canyon Spirit, where you'll dine on a delicious locally inspired light lunch and dinner. You'll cross the Utah-Colorado border with stunning mountain views in the background before arriving in the resort town of Glenwood Springs. End your day with an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs.

  3. Day 3

    Glenwood Springs to Denver

    Depart Glenwood Springs and travel onboard Canyon Spirit, where you’ll savor breakfast and lunch. Enjoy sweeping views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River as you cross the Continental Divide. Soon, you’ll arrive in the vibrant city of Denver. Your journey ends upon arrival in Denver.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Traveling through the historic Thistle Tunnels, crossing Soldier Summit, and descending Price River Canyon aboard the Canyon Spirit train from Salt Lake City to Moab.
  • Day 2Crossing the Utah-Colorado border aboard the Canyon Spirit train, with mountain views, on the way to Glenwood Springs.
  • Day 3Crossing the Continental Divide aboard the Canyon Spirit train, with views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River, before arriving in Denver.

Included

  • Canyon Spirit Signature onboard experience (3 rail days)
  • 2 nights hotel: Moab and Glenwood Springs
  • 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner (eastbound itinerary)
  • All onboard meals, snacks and beverages
  • Dedicated team of onboard Hosts

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in this trip?
Yes. All three days, from Salt Lake City to Moab, Moab to Glenwood Springs, and Glenwood Springs to Denver, are spent aboard the Canyon Spirit Signature train.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is sold as an independent rail package, with a dedicated team of onboard Hosts during rail travel.
What hotels are included?
Two nights, at the Moab and Glenwood Springs stopovers. Hotels in Salt Lake City and Denver are not included.
What is not included in the base package?
The Premier upgrade (lounge car, expanded dining, extra Host, premium beverages) and additional sightseeing excursions are optional extras.

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