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The Best of Colorado’s Historic Railroads

Program No. 4345RJ
The story of Colorado is stitched together with mining seams and railroad lines. Come learn why as you ride historic trains, visit historic towns and witness grand feats of engineering.
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Length
9 days
Rating (4.91)
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LODGING & MEALS
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Sep 05, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
Jun 20, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
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Sep 05, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
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Sep 19, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025
Jun 19, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Sep 04, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Sep 11, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
Sep 18, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
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What You'll Eat
8 Breakfasts
7 Lunches
5 Dinners
Total: 20 Meals
Where You'll Stay
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
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2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
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1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
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1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
Located 1.5 blocks from historic Downtown Durango, you will find the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a plethora of local restaurants and nightlife, stunning art galleries, and unique shopping. All of downtown Durango is within walking distance.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Denver Airport Tower Road
2 NIGHTS
Location: Denver
Hotel opened November 2024, conveniently close to Denver International Airport. Free airport transportation from Denver International Airport (DEN) to hotel. Call Hotel upon arrival at baggage claim for pickup: 303-278-8600. Shuttle picks up passengers on Island 3 from Door 512 on Terminal West side or Island 3 from Door 505 on East side. Return shuttle needs to be reserved at Hotel Front Desk.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Colorado Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alamosa
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Alamosa
TripAdvisor Reviews
Historic Strater Hotel
1 NIGHT
Location: Durango
The Strater Hotel in Durango, CO is a National Trust for Historic Places designated Historic Hotel of America. The four-story red brick Hotel built in 1887 is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Quality Inn Ouray
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Ouray
TripAdvisor Reviews





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