my travel partner has back problems, I am just wondering on the level of comfort of the trains?

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is generally considered a smooth, slow, and relaxing ride by passengers and the railroad itself.

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Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

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Platinum Operator: Globus
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 - 46
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Denver
Denver
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local restaurants in LoDo (lower downtown) or other venues
Landmarks
Mount Evans
LoDo (Lower Downtown Denver)
Day 2
Denver to Colorado Springs
Denver to Colorado Springs
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Royal Gorge Route Railroad train ride through Royal Gorge Canyon
Landmarks
Royal Gorge
Arkansas River
Day 3
Colorado Springs to Albuquerque
Colorado Springs to Albuquerque
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Garden of the Gods Park exploration
Landmarks
Garden of the Gods Park
Pikes Peak
Day 4
Albuquerque
Albuquerque
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Opening Ceremonies
- Mass Balloon Ascension
- Old Town Albuquerque visit
- Balloon Glow and Fireworks show
Landmarks
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Old Town Albuquerque
Day 5
Albuquerque to Santa Fe
Albuquerque to Santa Fe
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Museum of Indian Arts & Culture visit
Landmarks
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
Day 6
Santa Fe to Chimayo
Santa Fe to Chimayo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (New Mexican cuisine at Rancho de Chimayo in a century-old adobe home)
Included Activities
- Chimayo visit
- Lunch at Rancho de Chimayo in century-old adobe home
- Santuario De Chimayo visit
Landmarks
Santuario De Chimayo
Rancho de Chimayo
Day 7
Santa Fe - Bandelier National Monument - Taos - Durango
Santa Fe - Bandelier National Monument - Taos - Durango
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bandelier National Monument exploration with cliff dwellings and museum
Optional Activities
- Taos downtown exploration
- Durango Main Street shopping
- Local brewery visits in Durango
Landmarks
Bandelier National Monument
Taos
Sangre de Cristo Mountains
Day 8
Durango to Mesa Verde National Park
Durango to Mesa Verde National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mesa Verde National Park visit
- Spruce Tree House cliff dwelling visit
- Mesa Verde Museum visit
- Cliff Palace viewing
- D&SNG Railway Museum guided tour
Landmarks
Mesa Verde National Park
Spruce Tree House
Cliff Palace
D&SNG Railway Museum
Day 9
Durango to Glenwood Springs
Durango to Glenwood Springs
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad scenic train ride
Landmarks
Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad
San Juan National Forest
Rio de las Animas Canyon
Silverton
Day 10
Glenwood Springs to Georgetown to Denver
Glenwood Springs to Georgetown to Denver
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner hosted by Tour Director)
Included Activities
- Georgetown Loop Railroad scenic train ride
Landmarks
Georgetown Loop Railroad
Clear Creek Canyon
Day 11
Denver
Denver
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Additional nights in Denver (available for purchase)

Landmarks
Mount Evans
LoDo (Lower Downtown Denver)

Landmarks
Royal Gorge
Arkansas River

Landmarks
Garden of the Gods Park
Pikes Peak

Landmarks
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Old Town Albuquerque

Landmarks
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway

Landmarks
Santuario De Chimayo
Rancho de Chimayo

Landmarks
Bandelier National Monument
Taos
Sangre de Cristo Mountains

Landmarks
Mesa Verde National Park
Spruce Tree House
Cliff Palace
D&SNG Railway Museum

Landmarks
Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad
San Juan National Forest
Rio de las Animas Canyon
Silverton

Landmarks
Georgetown Loop Railroad
Clear Creek Canyon

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Response rate: 100%
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Eugene5.0•October 2022
Our impression of the tour was very favorable. We felt it followed the planned itinerary with no changes to the...
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Mary5.0•October 2022
Bruce went above the call of duty to arrange a second trip to see the balloons launch. We would not have known what...
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Marian5.0•October 2022
Our tour guide, Jason Capalongo, was extremely thoughtful and went the extra mile to make our trip a success. He...
Our tour guide, Jason Capalongo, was extremely thoughtful and went the extra mile to make our trip a success. He went above and beyond when he arranged a rain check to the Balloon Festival so we could go back Sunday before leaving town and we got to see the balloons fly. He was courteous and funny and added a lot to the trip. Our driver, Mitch, was a wonderful driver. I felt very safe the whole time we were on the road, both on the highway and maneuvering through towns. I would definitely travel with either of them again. Great trip!Show more
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Linda5.0•October 2022
Great itinerary and tour guide
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Alberta5.0•October 2022
Our tour guide, Jason Cap, was very personable and knowledgeable. He went over and above to insure all his travelers...
Our tour guide, Jason Cap, was very personable and knowledgeable. He went over and above to insure all his travelers were comfortable and had a pleasurable experience on our trip. Our bus driver, Mitch, was an extremely experienced driver over some of the narrowest winding mountain roads I have ever been on. He handled the bus expertly! He was very professional but personable to all. They both made the trip a very positively enjoyable experience. One incident in particular stands out as a real trip saver. Our one day scheduled at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, the main reason for the trip, was rained out! Such a disappointment! However, Jason and Mitch saved the day by arranging for us to be able to be at the next day's balloon assencion...which happened to be the very last day of the Fiesta...a thoroughly enjoyable experience and one we will always cherish. They did this without sacrificing any of our other planned activities or stops. Without their thoughtfulness and enginuity, our trip would not have been complete. Thank you Jason and Mitch for saving the day!!Show more
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Augustine5.0•October 2022
Our Tour Guide, Jason was excellent!!
Traveled in October 2022
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Polly5.0•October 2022
Our tour of the Historic Trains of the West and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta was excellent. Our Tour Director,...
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Jim5.0•October 2022
Very pleased with the tour.
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Vicki5.0•October 2022
The tour was fast-paced and hit the high points at each stop.
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Ellen5.0•October 2022
This is our 4th trip with Globus, and all of them have been great.
Traveled in October 2022
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- GlobusOperator•Written February 2026
  The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is generally considered a smooth, slow, and relaxing ride by passengers and the railroad itself.

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Denver

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Colorado Springs to Albuquerque

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Albuquerque

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Albuquerque to Santa Fe

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Santa Fe to Chimayo

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Santa Fe - Bandelier National Monument - Taos - Durango

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Optional Activities

Durango to Mesa Verde National Park

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Durango to Glenwood Springs

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Glenwood Springs to Georgetown to Denver

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Denver

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