Narrow gauge train tours in Durango and Silverton Colorado
Getaway Plus Package 3 days / 2 nights
Trip highlights and features
Train trip from Durango to Silverton
2 nights hotel accommodations in Durango
Stunning views of mountains, rivers and canyons
Numerous photo opportunities onboard the train
Assigned seating onboard the train
2 hours of self guided touring in Silverton
Return train trip from Silverton to Durango
Itinerary
Detailed day by day information
Durango
Arrive Durango to pick up your tickets at the train station (open till 7:00pm) and then proceed to your downtown hotel (please check in after 3 pm). Durango is the kind of town you daydream about - there are endless ways to relax, rejuvenate and reinvigorate. The people are friendly and down to earth, the scenery is awe-inspiring, and the variety of world-class attractions and things to do is unparalleled. Overnight at the Holiday Inn or comparable hotel in Durango.
Durango to Silverton and return
A brisk 5 block walk to the train station sets up your unforgettable trip on the Durango & Silverton Railroad. The "ALL ABOARD" call and two blows of the whistle signal the start of your journey. Over the next 3.5 hours you will be treated to spectacular mountain and canyon scenery. Upon arriving in Silverton you will have about 2 hours to explore this historic gold mining town, giving you plenty of time for shopping and lunch. Make sure to keep an ear open for the sound of the train whistle signaling your departure from Silverton and restful trip back to Durango. Overnight again at the Holiday Inn or comparable hotel in Durango.
Durango
This tour ends as you check out of the hotel (by 11 am).
Summer Schedule
May 3rd to October 31st, 2008
Depart Durango
Arrive Silverton
Depart Silverton
Arrive Durango
7:30 am*
8:15 am
9:00 am**
9:45 am***
11:00 am
11:45 am
12:30 pm
1:15 pm
1:15 pm
2:00 pm
2:45 pm
3:30 pm
4:45 pm
5:30 pm
6:15 pm
7:00 pm
Note: *7:30 am train operates June 17th - August 8th. Monday thru Friday ONLY. ** 9:00am train operates May 12th - October 11th. *** 9:45am train operates June 2nd - August 13th. Bus service ends Oct. 11th
Upgrades: Please click on the links below for information about the different classes on the train. Upgrades are tabulated per paying passenger. Children under 4 are free. Taxes & fees are not included.
2008
Coach
Included
Outdoor
Included
Parlor add $87
Vista Dome add $87
Presidential
add $107
Information & Reservations
1-800-717-0108 or 503-292-5055
Durango
Durango to Silverton and return 
Durango
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