6-Day Essentials -Denver to Moab Train Trip
Spend two days onboard the Canyon Spirit Train, travelling between Denver and Moab. This journey is filled with extraordinary landscapes and highlights best seen by train and includes an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, and two nights in both Denver and Moab so you can explore even more.
Available in the Signature Experience and Premier Upgrade service levels, this luxury rail journey delivers comfort and refinement throughout. Guests enjoy regionally inspired cuisine, premium beverages, an outdoor viewing area, and spacious lounge access and enhanced service with the Premier upgrade.
Canyon Spirit: 6-Day Rockies to the Red Rocks Essentials Train Trip
2027
Denver to Moab 6-Day Tour Schedule
Departing on Sundays and Mondays.
| March | – |
| April | 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
| May | 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 |
| June | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 |
| July | 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
| August | 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 |
| September | 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 |
| October | 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 |
| November | 1 |
2028
Denver to Moab 6-Day Tour Schedule
Departing on Sundays and Mondays.
| March | 26, 27 |
| April | 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 |
| May | 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 |
| June | 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
| July | 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 |
| August | 1, 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 |
| September | 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 |
| October | 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 |
| November | – |
Route Itinerary & Map
- Day 1: Denver Arrival - overnight in Denver
- Day 2: Rocky Mountain National Park Tour - overnight in Denver
- Day 3: Canyon Spirit Train from Denver to Glenwood Springs - overnight in Glenwood Springs
- Day 4: Canyon Spirit Train from Glenwood Springs to Moab - overnight in Moab
- Day 5: Arches & Canyonlands National Park Tour - overnight in Moab
- Day 6: Moab Departure
*Complimentary shuttle service to the Canyonlands Field Airport will be provided
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Denver
Arrive in Denver independently and explore the mile-high city if time permits. For information on flying into Denver or arriving by other means, visit Planning Your Trip to Denver
For sightseeing tour options and other things to do around Denver visit Denver Information Center
Overnight in a Denver hotel.
Day 2 - Rocky Mountain National Park Tour
Take a scenic full-day trip from Denver to Rocky Mountain National Park, climbing from the streets of the “Mile High City” into the heart of Colorado’s rugged mountains. Travel through charming historic towns and over alpine passes, keeping an eye out for wildlife such as elk, black bears, and moose.
Overnight in a Denver hotel.
Day 3 - Canyon Spirit from Denver to Glenwood Springs
Depart Denver on the Canyon Spirit and travel towards your destination for the evening: Glenwood Springs. As you climb out of Denver and into the Colorado Rockies, you’ll pass through a series of tunnels including the Moffat Tunnel. Cross the Continental Divide as you take in the spectacular views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River before arriving at the resort town of Glenwood Springs.
If time permits this evening, the recommended activity is a visit the Glenwood Hot Springs which is the largest hot springs pool in the world!
Overnight in a Glenwood Springs hotel.
For Arrival and Departure times, visit Canyon Spirit Schedule
Day 4 - Canyon Spirit from Glenwood Springs to Moab
Depart Glenwood Springs in the morning and travel onboard Canyon Spirit for day two of your train journey to Moab. Cross the Colorado-Utah border with stunning mountain views in the background. Red sandstone landscapes emerge as you approach Moab, the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.
You’ll have the afternoon free to explore Moab.
Overnight in a Moab hotel.
For Arrival and Departure times, visit Canyon Spirit Schedule
Day 5 - Arches & Canyonlands National Parks Tour
Discover the best of Utah’s red-rock country on this full-day, small-group sightseeing tour from Moab. Explore the iconic landscapes of Arches National Park, where you’ll visit famous viewpoints showcasing towering sandstone formations, sweeping natural arches, and dramatic desert vistas, all with minimal walking required. Continue into the rugged beauty of Canyonlands National Park, stopping at breathtaking overlooks that reveal vast canyons, winding rivers, and layered cliffs carved by time. With comfortable transportation, a knowledgeable local guide, and a relaxed pace, this tour offers an easy and immersive way to experience two of America’s most spectacular national parks in a single unforgettable day.
Overnight in a Moab hotel.
Day 6 - Departure from Moab
Your journey ends with checkout from your Moab hotel.
A complimentary shuttle service to the Canyonlands Field Airport is included.
2027 Denver to Moab Essentials Pricing
Six Day Tour Price
March through May- Premier Upgrade $1000
- Deluxe Hotel Upgrade from $400
Six Day Tour Price
September through November- Premier Upgrade $1000
- Deluxe Hotel Upgrade from $400
The Premier Upgrade adds lounge car access on top of everything in the Signature Experience, plus lounge car access with signature cocktails, a small outdoor viewing area, and an extra course with premium beverages during select meals. For more information, please visit: Levels of Service
Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Please request a quote for single, triple, or quad occupancy. Children are subject to standard pricing. Prices for tour packages on the Rockies to the Red Rocks Canyon Spirit route are dynamic and may vary from departure to departure. Hotel selection in Denver and Moab may also affect pricing. Contact us for exact pricing and availability.
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