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Historic Trains of the Old West

9 days
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Start and end in Denver
5.0
149 traveler reviews
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Globus
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 30
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Denver

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset viewing over Mount Evans
    • Dinner at local restaurants in LoDo
    Landmarks
    Mount Evans
    LoDo (Lower Downtown)
  2. Day 2

    Denver to Colorado Springs

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Royal Gorge Route Railroad scenic ride
    • Garden of the Gods exploration
    Landmarks
    Royal Gorge
    Garden of the Gods
    Pikes Peak
  3. Day 3

    Colorado Springs to Santa Fe

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Art galleries in Santa Fe
    • Exploration of Santa Fe's visual arts scene
    Landmarks
    Santa Fe
  4. Day 4

    Santa Fe

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in a century-old adobe home at Rancho de Chimayo serving outstanding New Mexican cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Museum of International Folk Art visit
    • Lunch at Rancho de Chimayo
    • Santuario De Chimayo visit
    Landmarks
    Museum of International Folk Art
    Chimayo
    Santuario De Chimayo
    Rancho de Chimayo
  5. Day 5

    Santa Fe to Durango

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Bandelier National Monument exploration with cliff dwellings and museum

    Optional Activities

    • Free time in Taos
    • Shopping on Durango's Main Street
    • Visit to local breweries in Durango
    Landmarks
    Bandelier National Monument
    Taos
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Durango

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Mesa Verde National Park visit including Spruce Tree House and Cliff Palace
    • D&SNG Railway Museum guided tour with exhibits
    Landmarks
    Mesa Verde National Park
    Spruce Tree House
    Cliff Palace
    D&SNG Railway Museum
  7. Day 7

    Durango to Glenwood Springs

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad scenic ride
    Landmarks
    Rio de las Animas Canyon
    San Juan National Forest
    Silverton
  8. Day 8

    Glenwood Springs to Denver

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner hosted by Tour Director)

    Included Activities

    • Georgetown Loop Railroad scenic ride
    Landmarks
    Georgetown
    Clear Creek Canyon
  9. Day 9

    Denver

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Additional nights in Denver (available for purchase)

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  • Flights
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Operated by

Globus

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Rating
5(34,412 reviews)
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within 1 day
Response rate
100%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Moments

  • Stone church with a cloudy sky backdrop.
  • Historic steam train with passengers.
  • Beautiful sunset over a silhouette of trees.
  • Side view of a train with 'Durango & Silverton' written on it.
  • Colorful clay sculptures depicting a scene.
  • Clay figurines in a vibrant scene.
  • Train car with 'Royal Gorge Route' written.
  • Scenic view of a valley with mountains.
  • Building with 'Durango' sign and reflection in windows.
  • Entrance to 'Diamond Belle Saloon'.
  • Canyon view with a river running through it.
  • Rustic buildings with wooden walkways and American flag.
  • River flowing through a forested landscape.
  • Rustic bridge over a river near forest.
  • Railway bridge over a river in a forested area.
  • Lake surrounded by dense pine forest.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 149 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.5
  • Tour Operator
    5.0

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  • A
    September 24th, 2023
    Would have liked more time at Bandelier to be able to walk the entire trail and take pictures. A second night at...
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    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 23rd, 2023
    The tour was great. The tour director Jason and the bus driver Mitch were about the best we've ever had. the Double...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    September 23rd, 2023
    Great hotels, great guides, and learned and received more than I expected.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 23rd, 2023
    Jason, our tour guide, was excellent! He provided us with interesting bits of information and history!! The hotels...
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    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 23rd, 2023
    Great historic perspective on indigenous cliff dwelling populations of Colorado and New Mexico.
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    September 22nd, 2023
    To make it even better would be to add airport transfers.
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    September 22nd, 2023
    nice to have more free meals, should not count last day as the 9th day of trip. nice to have transfers included.Jason...
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  • A
    September 22nd, 2023
    Our driver was outstanding, our guide gave very through information, the hotels were clean and comfortable, and the...
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  • A
    September 21st, 2023
    Fabulous tour!!
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 20th, 2023
    Really well organised, great tour director. Great locations and attractions
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Globus

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  • A

    Alicia

    Asked on June 24th, 2025

    Could you please clarify what the June Travel Date choices were for this specific tour this year.

    Tour Details
    • GlobusOperator•Written June 2025

      This tour does not have any June departures. We only have this tour operating on September 8, 2025 and September 10, 2025.

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      Alicia

      Traveler•Written June 2025

      What were the June Start Dates that were offered before they were booked up?

    • GlobusOperator•Written June 2025

      We did not offer any departures in June 2025 for this tour. There were July & August departures but they were cancelled.

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      Alicia

      Traveler•Written June 2025

      Why were they canceled?

    • GlobusOperator•Written June 2025

      This was a decision made by our Operations Department. There may have been a lack of participation causing this cancellation.

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    Antonio

    Asked on December 21st, 2024

    What kind of room is included with this price on the train? If we are sleeping on the train, we would like a room with a bathroom. What is the price for this upgrade? Do you have a drink package? Deposit when and amount, when is the final payment due?

    Accommodation
    Payments
    Transport
    • GlobusOperator•Written December 2024

      All train seats on this tour are in cabin (standard) class and there is no drink package. This tour does not have any overnight stays on a train. Deposit is $250.00 USD per person and final payment is due roughly 2 months prior to departure.

  • R

    Roger

    Asked on June 30th, 2024

    What happens if you are older than 80 years? I'm still active and busy throughout the day so why is there an age limit. I'm 79 yrs, and in good health. Isn't this discrimination?

    Age Range
    Tour Details
    • GlobusOperator•Written July 2024

      We are not strict about the maximum age limit. We only require that you are able to keep up with the tour, able to get on and off the motor coach unassisted and walk up or down a full flight of stairs.

  • D

    Debra

    Asked on April 15th, 2024

    How long are you on the train each day? Is there air conditioning? Are there bathrooms? Are the seats comfortable?

    Transport
    • GlobusOperator•Written April 2024

      Your primary mood of transportation for this tour will be on the motor coach. You will only ride the train on day 6 of the tour when travel from Durango to Mesa Verde National Park.

  • V

    Vicki

    Asked on June 17th, 2023

    how percentage of the 9 days is travel by rail? How much is by motor coach? Do we actually travel by rail with the Royal Gorge and Silverton treks?

    Tour Details
    Transport
    • GlobusOperator•Written June 2023

      You will only be on the motor coach when being transported to and from activities and hotels. Your tour comprise of the train rail system. You will travel this off-the-beaten path tour of the U.S. West chugging through the untamed beauty of the Royal Gorge aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railway; through the magnificent mesas and canyons of San Juan National Forest aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad; and through the rugged splendor of the Rockies aboard the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad.

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    • For any tour departing before July 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 11th, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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