Canyon Spirit · Independent rail package

Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail Only with National Parks

3-day rail-only Canyon Spirit trip plus Arches and Canyonlands tours

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

Canyon Spirit's Three-day Rail Only with National Parks package covers three full days aboard the Canyon Spirit Signature train from Salt Lake City to Denver, with guided scenic tours of Canyonlands National Park's Island in the Sky District and Arches National Park added at the Moab stopover. The route passes Provo and the historic Thistle Tunnels, crosses Soldier Summit, and descends Price River Canyon on the first day into Moab. The second morning is spent touring the two national parks before the train departs Moab in the early afternoon for Glenwood Springs, and the final day crosses the Continental Divide with Colorado River views into Denver. A dedicated team of onboard Hosts travels with guests throughout the rail days. Because this is a rail-only package, hotels in Salt Lake City and Denver are not included, with 2 nights covered at the Moab and Glenwood Springs stopovers. This suits travelers who want the rail journey and guided park touring handled, while arranging their own stays at either end.

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.
  • The itinerary names the Arches National Park tour on day 2 but does not spell out separate timing for the Canyonlands National Park tour also listed as included; both appear to run the same Moab morning before the early-afternoon train departure.

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 embark on a scenic tour of Canyonlands National Park to discover the stunning vistas of the Island in the Sky District. Afterwards, enjoy a sunset or have a meal from a local restaurant before ending your day with an overnight stay in Moab.

  2. Day 2overnight: Glenwood Springs

    Moab to Glenwood Springs

    Spend your morning with a scenic tour of Arches National Park, known for its stunning red rock arches, towering fins, and balanced rocks. 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 2Guided scenic tours of Canyonlands National Park's Island in the Sky District and Arches National Park's red rock arches, fins and balanced rocks, before the Canyon Spirit train departs Moab in the early afternoon.
  • 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)
  • Guided scenic tour of Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky District)
  • Guided scenic tour of Arches National Park
  • 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

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 guided scenic tours of Canyonlands and Arches National Parks added, and a dedicated team of onboard Hosts during rail travel.
Which national parks are toured on this trip?
Canyonlands National Park's Island in the Sky District and Arches National Park, both visited from Moab.
What hotels are included?
Two nights, at the Moab and Glenwood Springs stopovers. Hotels in Salt Lake City and Denver are not included.

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