Colorado Splendor

$4485 / per person

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ALLLLL ABOARD! Colorado’s historic railroads have a unique history and charm. Travel back to the Old West and the days of the Iron Horse, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop.

Dates

August 1-10, 2026

10 Days

Pricing

Double: $4,485 per person

Single: $5,740 per person

Highlights

15 Meals

4 Vintage Trains:

Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Pike’s Peak

Garden of the Gods Trading Post and Tour with Local Guide

Seven Falls

U.S. Air Force Academy

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Cumbres And Toltec Railroad

Chuckwagon Dinner

Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Million Dollar Highway

American Adventures Expedition

Argo Gold Mine

Estes Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

Moderate Activity Level:

Moderate physical activity level with higher altitudes up to 14,115′ above Sea level. Those with cardiac or respiratory issues should check with their doctor before booking.

Reservation Info

Departure Info

Departing from:

Decatur, Springfield, Litchfield, Troy, St. Charles, Kingdom City, Marion, Mt. Vernon, Nashville, Fairview Heights, South County, Evansville, Cape Girardeau

2026 Tours

National Parks

West and Southwest USA

Tour Plan

Days 1 and 2: Salina – Colorado Springs

On Day 1, depart by motor coach and travel through Missouri into Kansas to overnight. On Day 2, continue west to Colorado Springs, where we check into our hotel for 2 nights. (Day 2 - B)

Day 3: Colorado Springs

Start the day with an 8.9-mile ride on the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway. Here we see the vistas that inspired Katherine Lee Bates to write her poem “America the Beautiful.” We visit the Garden of the Gods Trading Post for lunch with time to shop for Native American art. We tour the Garden of the Gods with a local guide. Visit Seven Falls a stunning attraction featuring seven waterfalls cascading down a 180-foot cliff. (B,L)

Day 4: Canon City – Alamosa

This morning begins at the U.S. Air Force Academy. At Canon City, we board the Royal Gorge Route Railroad that chugs along the gorge of the Arkansas River. Cross the river on the hanging bridge and look up to the suspension bridge overhead. Lunch onboard. Overnight in Alamosa. (B,L)

Day 5: Antonito – Durango

“All aboard” the 1880 Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad departing from Antonito this morning! There is no diner on the train, so enjoy a delicious lunch at the Osier station before continuing to Chama, New Mexico and then to Durango where we overnight. After our arrival we will enjoy a delightful chuckwagon dinner and entertainment. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Durango – Gunnison

We board the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for a 45-mile, 3 1/2 – hour rail journey through the Colorado Rockies. In Silverton, enjoy free time to shop and have lunch. Enjoy the scenic views along the “Million Dollar Highway” enroute to Gunnison. (B,D)

Day 7: Gunnison – Westminster

Wake up this morning in the Rockies. We will travel to Buena Vista, Colorado for the American Adventures Expedition, a gentle white water float trip that allows you to take in the beautiful surroundings from the unique view of the Arkansas River. This afternoon we are headed to Idaho Springs to visit the Argo Gold Mine. The Argo is over 100 years old and is a central character in the story of the Colorado gold rush and remains one of the largest, most well-preserved historic gold mines in the world. You will get a chance to try your experience in panning for gold – and yes, you keep what you find! Continue to Westminster, our home for two nights. (B)

Day 8: Rocky Mountain National Park

Today, we will travel to the Alpine Visitor center located in the Rocky Mountain National Park. During our visit there will be time to have lunch (on your own). Then our travels will take us to Estes Park where you have time to visit the unique shops, boutiques and galleries offering something for everyone. There will be several stops for pictures and we will be on the lookout for Elk, Bighorn Sheep and possibly Black Bears. (B)

Days 9 and 10: Salina – Return Home

On Day 9 we begin our journey home and this evening, enjoy a farewell dinner. Day 10 will take you back to your departure points with memories of the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. (Day 9 – B,D/Day 10-B)

Colorado Splendor