Denver to Salt Lake City with Canyon Spirit - Westbound

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Denver to Salt Lake City with Canyon Spirit

Westbound



Tour Description:

Enjoy front row views of nature's perfect playgrounds, from aboard a luxury train and a flightseeing plane, and a jet boat or a 4 x 4 Hummer, along with short hikes and drives that showcase wilderness wonders, on a new journey that is awe-inspiring everywhere you look
In Salt Lake City, view powdered mountains, famed in winter for the "greatest snow on Earth," and a great salt water lake, millennia old. Discover the world's greatest concentration of sandstone arches by coach and on foot as you explore Arches National Park. Get a bird's eye vision of ancient Earth on a flightseeing adventure over Canyonlands National Park. Onboard Canyon Spirit, luxury unfolds inside custom-designed glass-dome coaches. Operated by the same family-owned company behind the Rocky Mountaineer and part of the Armstrong Collective, this journey blends SilverLeaf Plus service, regionally inspired meals, handcrafted cocktails, and enriching storytelling with spectacular landscapes. A restful overnight in Glenwood Springs adds a soothing pause amid the grandeur.

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Dates & Pricing

Sunday 17 May 26 — Sunday 24 May 26Starting at $7,990Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 21 Jun 26 — Sunday 28 Jun 26Starting at $8,990Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 20 Sep 26 — Sunday 27 Sep 26Starting at $8,990Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Check Mark Icon Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.


Destination & Sightseeing

Enjoy front row views of nature's perfect playgrounds, from aboard a luxury train and a flightseeing plane, and a jet boat or a 4 x 4 Hummer, along with short hikes and drives that showcase wilderness wonders, on a new journey that is awe-inspiring everywhere you look In Salt Lake City, view powdered mountains, famed in winter for the "greatest snow on Earth," and a great salt water lake, millennia old. Discover the world's greatest concentration of sandstone arches by coach and on foot as you explore Arches National Park. Get a bird's eye vision of ancient Earth on a flightseeing adventure over Canyonlands National Park. Onboard Canyon Spirit, luxury unfolds inside custom-designed glass-dome coaches. Operated by the same family-owned company behind the Rocky Mountaineer and part of the Armstrong Collective, this journey blends SilverLeaf Plus service, regionally inspired meals, handcrafted cocktails, and enriching storytelling with spectacular landscapes. A restful overnight in Glenwood Springs adds a soothing pause amid the grandeur.

Highlights
Take a two-day train journey amidst the wilderness splendors aboard Canyon Spirit, combining best-in-class Silver Leaf Plus rail service with unrivaled scenic vistas from Moab, Utah to Denver, Colorado and an overnight hotel stay in the historic mountain town of Glenwood Springs
Flightseeing over the geologic wonders of Canyonlands National Park provides a memorable bird's-eye view
Enjoy a choice of outdoor adventures in Moab, including a jet boat excursion on the Colorado River or a ride aboard a 4x4 Hummer that takes you off roading into red-rock terrain
Embark on a guided driving excursion in Arches National Park amidst sculpted sandstone scenery in one of the Southwest's most gorgeous national parks 
Drive through the foothills of the Colorado Rockies during a two-night stay at the Four Seasons hotel in the heart of Denver

ITINERARY

Welcome to Denver, the Mile High City
Tour begins: 6:00 PM at the Four Seasons Hotel Denver. A transfer is included from Denver International Airport to The Four Seasons Hotel ideally located in the heart of downtown Denver. Close to landmark sites, including historic Larimer Square, your elegant hotel inspires with a décor reflective of the area's natural beauty. Guest rooms are decorated in warm earth tones and feature accents of wood and stone, along with marble bathrooms and downtown or mountain views. Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner where you will meet your fellow travelers and learn more about your upcoming Rocky Mountain adventure.

City sightseeing & a drive along Denver's foothills
Guided sightseeing in Colorado's Mile High City includes an expert overview of its more notable sites, dating back to the Old West era. See the 19th century buildings that line Larimer Square, the city's oldest block; pass by the Denver Mint, the State Capitol and more, before taking a drive along the foothills to discover the legends and lifestyle that have made Denver one of the fastest growing cities in the US. A visit to Lookout Mountain this afternoon invites with its stunning panoramic views and time to visit the Buffalo Bill Museum and gravesite. Return to your hotel for time at leisure to enjoy as you like.

All aboard Canyon Spirit
It's all aboard Canyon Spirit this morning for a head-turning rail journey from Denver to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Head into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, first climbing the steep grade and contour of the Big Ten Curve. The terrain you will see today is varied with river views, deep rugged canyons, ranch life and engineering marvels. As the train approaches the Continental Divide, the train will go under the mountainous terrain through the legendary 6.2-mile-long Moffat Tunnel. A National Engineering Landmark built by the Moffat Railroad, it was the longest tunnel in the Western Hemisphere when it was completed in 1927. The train will transit numerous tunnels along the route before it arrives in Glenwood Springs, a quintessential mountain town with historic hot springs. Lunch onboard is a special treat and is brought right to your seat as you sit back and enjoy the views from the panoramic windows of your coach, recalling a bygone era of opulent train travel with its pampering Silver Leaf Plus service. Disembark for an overnight stay at a historic hotel in Glenwood Springs, located in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The site of the world's largest mineral hot springs pool, the thermal waters of this town have been enticing visitors since 1888.

Onward to Moab
Depart early this morning from the historic depot in Glenwood Springs aboard Canyon Spirit, following the route of the Colorado River across the Grand Valley of Western Colorado and into Utah. See the landscape change as it opens up into the vast desert vistas that are famous the world over. The train winds its way through crimson-colored sandstone to reveal a visible geologic timeline that is older than the dinosaurs as it weaves through Ruby Canyon and on to Moab. Moab is home to two national parks, Arches and Canyonlands, renowned for their unrivaled geologic wonders. Disembark the train in Moab and head to your hotel for the next three nights - the Hilton Hoodoo Moab. Dinner tonight is at leisure at the hotel.

Flightseeing over Canyonlands National Park
The largest national park in Utah with 527 square miles of rugged landscapes, Canyonlands staggers the imagination. The sights you will see here, flat-topped mesas, towering rock pinnacles, arches, buttes and crevassed canyons, were formed by water, meticulously carved by Colorado River and its equally talented tributaries. View them by air this morning as you embark on an eye-opening flightseeing excursion that takes in its grand geologic diversity. Back on land, you'll have time at leisure to enjoy and explore Moab on your own before heading out to Canyonlands National Park for a grounded, sightseeing experience. Dinner tonight will be at your leisure in Moab. 

Arches National Park
This morning, explore Arches National Park. Pause along the way for short walks and up-close views of sandstone sculptures posed in time, from red-hued arches to giant balancing Rocks. There are some 2,000 natural stone arches in the park, along with soaring pinnacles, and massive fins! Back in Moab, you have a choice of activities today including a jet boat excursion on the Colorado River or a 4x4 Hummer tour that excites with off-road discoveries in bumpy outdoor terrain. Dinner tonight is on your own in Moab.

Salt Lake City
Depart Moab this morning en route to the final stop of your American West adventure - Salt Lake City (albeit with a quick pitstop in Helper for lunch and free time). Home to five national parks, the Great Salt Lake, and what many call "the greatest snow on Earth," Utah is a haven for nature lovers. Explore its urban heart on a guided sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City, where you'll delve into the city's fascinating cultural heritage, shaped by its Mormon pioneers, and visit some of its most iconic landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Temple Square. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell reception and dinner, as your journey comes to a close and (metaphorically) arrives at the station.

Journey Home
Tour ends: Salt Lake City. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the Grand America Hotel to Salt Lake City International Airport. Allow two hours for flight check in at the airport.

Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.

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