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Explore the Rockies by Rail
ARMSTRONG COLLECTIVE: Canyon Spirit
Journey through Utah's deserts to Colorado's peaks with Rocky Mountaineer, a luxury rail experience showcasing the Rockies and Red Rocks.
Discover Your Scenic Journey - Itinerary
📍 Day 1 – October 1, 2027
SALT LAKE CITY TO MOAB
Arrive in Salt Lake City and transfer independently to your hotel, the legendary Grand America Hotel.
This five-star European-style hotel offers opulent accommodations, marble bathrooms, fine dining, and exceptional service, making it the perfect start to your luxury rail journey.
Dinner on your own this evening.
📍 Day 2 – October 2, 2027
Motorcoach Transfer to Train | Estimated Pick-Up: 7:15 AM MT
Enjoy your Premier Upgrade as you board the Canyon Spirit and travel from Salt Lake City to Moab.
Journey Highlights:
- The stunning Wasatch Mountains
- Historic Thistle Tunnel
- Dramatic Castle Gate rock formation
- Scenic Price Canyon
- Transition through Thompson Springs into Red Rock country
Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic sightseeing tour through Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky District):
- Shafer Canyon Overlook
- Grand View Point
- Green River Overlook
Your day concludes at your Moab hotel
Evening at leisure to explore or relax
📍 Day 3 – October 3, 2027
Rail Journey: Moab to Glenwood Springs
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, beverages and snacks onboard as your journey continues.
Scenic Highlights:
- Ruby Canyon
- De Beque Canyon
- Crossing the Utah–Colorado border
- Estimated Departure: 12:00 PM MT
- Estimated Arrival: 6:00–7:30 PM MT
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Evening at leisure.
Time permitting, enjoy a visit to the famous Glenwood Hot Springs Pool
📍 Day 4 – October 4, 2027
Glenwood Springs to Denver
Check out and transfer to Glenwood Springs Station for your final day aboard the Canyon Spirit.
Today’s Highlights:
- Byers Canyon
- Gore Canyon
- Glenwood Canyon
- The historic Moffat Tunnel
- Crossing the Continental Divide
Enjoy breakfast and lunch onboard.
- Estimated Departure: 9:00 AM MT
- Estimated Arrival: 5:00–6:30 PM MT
Upon arrival at Denver Union Station, you will be escorted to your hotel,
Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
This stylish boutique hotel blends modern design with local Colorado character, offering a vibrant atmosphere to unwind and explore in the heart of downtown.
Evening on your own.
📍 Day 5 – October 5, 2027
Denver Departure
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Check out and depart at your leisure
- Transportation to the airport is on your own
✈️ Extend Your Journey
Contact your travel advisor for pre- or post-tour options
📞 Cathy Hoffman, Cruise Planners
239-433-0000
choffman@cruiseplanners.com
✨ A Perfect Pre-Journey to Your Canyon Spirit Rail Adventure
