Iconic Vegas & Utah by Canyon Spirit Train

Your Journey starts in the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas. Spend two days exploring this fun-filled city at your own pace before embarking on your Rocky journey. Check out the classic Vegas landmarks on the Strip, visit Fremont Street - the historic heart of bustling downtown Vegas - try your hand at blackjack, catch a show like the unmissable Cirque du Soleil, and wine and dine at some of the world’s top restaurants and bars.

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Leaving the lights of Las Vegas behind, you are adventure bound through the breathtaking mountain panoramas of Zion National Park, with its kaleidoscopic swirling sandstone, the oh-so-long landmark Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel, the jaw-droppingly steep red cliffs of the Zion Canyon, and the unforgettable scenery of the mighty Virgin River.

The Bryce Canyon National Park beckons, with epic viewpoints showcasing unparalleled iconic vistas, like the crimson-coloured hoodoo rock formations of the Bryce Amphitheatre. Continue eastbound from Bryce Canyon National Park along Utah’s sensational sun-drenched Scenic Highway 12, an ‘All-American Road’ with a dreamy landscape, punctuated by old abandoned Western movie sets, it’s a real feast for the eyes! Along the way you’ll travel through the phenomenal 275-million-year-old Grand Staircase – Escalante National Monument, a fascinating network of slot canyons separated by a fossil-filled plateau, before arriving at the Capitol Reef National Park in the heart of red rock country.

Surrounded by a dramatic desert backdrop, spend the day exploring the city of Moab at your own pace. Escape the heat and head to the Colorado River, located just a mile or two north of Moab, for white-water rafting, tubing, kayaking, scenic boat tours and much more! Film buffs shouldn’t miss a visit to the Moab Museum of Film and Western Heritage, showcasing local productions like Thelma and Louise, Geronimo and City Slickers! Or if a cheeky wine-tasting tour sounds more up your street, then be sure to check out the Spanish Valley Vineyard & Winery, just a short hop out of town. End your day with a meal and a few drinks in one of Moab’s many downtown restaurants and microbreweries!

After a relaxing morning, depart Moab and start your thrilling adventure onboard the Canyon Spirit train, a new experience from the team behind Rocky Mountaineer. With a drink in hand, it’s time to get ready for some serious window watching from the comfort of your own seat, as the train whistles its way through magnificent mountain scenery and across the Utah-Colorado border before reaching the resort town of Glenwood Springs, your home for the night!

Leaving Glenwood Springs behind, you’ll embark on another day of fun onboard Canyon Spirit as it winds its way through deep canyons and the rushing rapids of the Colorado River. Enjoy a leisurely lunch whilst keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife – the canyons are home to a variety of animals including bears, bighorn sheep, coyotes and mountain lions, just to name a few! After crossing the Continental Divide, you’ll soon arrive in Denver, Mile High City and capital of Colorado!

Your journey ends today on check out from your hotel in Denver. Board a flight later this afternoon back to the UK, or if you wish to extend your stay to explore more or Colorado, speak with your travel expert who can assist with hotels, accommodation, car hire and more.