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Canyon Spirit

4-night Canyon Spirit Holiday Extension

From £2,195 per person

4 nights

USA

Introduction

Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes of the USA’s Southwest aboard Canyon Spirit – an extraordinary rail journey brought to life by the visionaries behind Rocky Mountaineer. With over 30 years of world-class hospitality expertise, you will have a front row seat to the iconic vistas of this region.

Glide through majestic red rock canyons, vast desert expanses and dramatic cliffscapes, many only accessible by rail. Panoramic glass-dome coaches offer uninterrupted views, while expert onboard Canyon Spirit Hosts share the rich stories and natural wonders of the region.

Travelling in daylight and at a gentle pace, Canyon Spirit invites you to unwind in comfort, indulge in regionally inspired cuisine, and embrace a sense of adventure throughout. This three-day rail extension is available on The Very Best of America’s National Parks tour, and guests have a choice of either Signature, or Premier experience.

Itinerary

Day 1: Moab, Overnight

This morning, we depart from Salt Lake City aboard the Canyon Spirit train. Travel in style as we enjoy breakfast and lunch served to our seat, along with a curated selection of beverages. Enjoy the sights through the panoramic windows including the dramatic Thistle Tunnels, the Soldier Summit, and the spectacular Price River Canyon. As we descend, we are treated to views of the towering Book Cliffs before arriving in Thompson Springs. From here, we transfer to Moab, and our hotel for the night, which will be selected by Canyon Spirit.

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Included meals:

Breakfast, lunch, PLUS selected onboard drinks included

Day 2: Glenwood Springs, Overnight

Enjoy a morning at leisure, before reboarding Canyon Spirit for the next leg of our journey. As we cross from Utah into Colorado, unwind with a locally inspired dinner onboard, surrounded by the epic vistas of the Southwest. Our onboard hosts share the stories of the land, as we savour a signature cocktail. We arrive in the charming resort town of Glenwood Springs, and transfer to our hotel for our overnight stay, which will be selected by Canyon Spirit.

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Included meals:

Dinner, PLUS selected onboard drinks included

Day 3: Denver, Overnight

Enjoy breakfast and lunch onboard as our train continues through the awe-inspiring Colorado Rockies. We follow the Colorado River, and cross the Continental Divide, all while soaking in dramatic views from our seat and swapping stories with your fellow travellers. We arrive in Denver this afternoon and transfer to the Magnolia Hotel Denver for our overnight stay.

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Included meals:

Breakfast, lunch, PLUS selected onboard drinks included

Your accommodation:

Magnolia Hotel

Day 4: Denver

After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our overnight flight back to the UK.

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Included meals:

Breakfast and in-flight meals and drinks included

Your accommodation

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Magnolia Hotel

Official rating

Our rating

The Magnolia Hotel Denver is located in the heart of downtown Denver, offering guests easy access to the city's vibrant arts scene, historic landmarks, and bustling nightlife. Hous…

Dates & Prices

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.

2026

Date
Price (Per person)

June 2026

From £2,195

October 2026

From £2,195

Single occupancy supplements

For solo travellers, the relevant single supplement should be added to the extension cost.

Applicable dates

Supplement price

2026: Signature Experience & Premier Upgrade:

£275

Further information

This extension is available on

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18 day

America's Spectacular National Parks

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