Railroading the Rockies
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- Garden of the Gods: Observe the breathtaking views of 300-foot-high sandstone rock formations against the backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak. Enjoy a trail walk and the newly renovated nature center and museum.
- Georgetown Loop: Depart from Denver on a spectacular stretch of three-foot narrow gauge railroad that brings you deep into scenic Clear Creek Valley.
- Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway: Ride this train for an unforgettable journey through the mountains to historic Durango.
- Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad: Visit the village of Chama, New Mexico, and ride this historic train, which served the silver mines of the San Juans.
- Royal Gorge Route Railway: Follow the winding, tumbling Arkansas River and view the granite cliffs of Colorado’s Royal Gorge.
- Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway: Ride to the summit of Pikes Peak, a National Historic Landmark rising over 14,000 feet, where you’ll marvel at sweeping vistas of the Great Plains, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and the Collegiate Range.
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- Expertise of a Smithsonian Journeys Expert and tour management throughout the tour.
- All accommodations (based on double occupancy).
- Meals as indicated in the tour itinerary.
- All sightseeing and visits as noted in the itinerary.
- Pre-tour information, including a reading list.
- Service charges and gratuities.
- All on-tour transportation unless otherwise noted.
- On-tour emergency evacuation insurance (up to $100,000), medical expense coverage (up to $25,000), dental expense coverage (up to $500), travel medical assistance and worldwide travel assistance
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Itinerary
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Individual arrivals in to Denver International Airport during the afternoon. Check in at the Westin Denver-International Airport. Gather for a welcome reception, opening remarks and dinner.
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- Airfare and air and departure taxes.
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- Transfers to and from your home to the program site and transfers to and from the airports, unless specifically noted
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Per person cancellation fees are based on date of notice to Smithsonian Journeys:
Cancellations within 7 days of booking (if not within final payment date): full refund.
Cancellations after 7 days of booking: $800 retained (entire deposit).
Final payment due: 95 days prior to departure.
Cancellation made less than 95 days prior to departure: no refund.
Cancellation by the Smithsonian: full refund.
No refund for unused portions of the tour, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights, and sightseeing.
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