Southwest Colorado Summer Packages
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Durango Lodging and Historic Train Package
This two-night getaway for two offers value and convenience by combining your choice of lodging, ranging from the "Old West" town of Durango or the scenic high country, with round trip tickets on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Ute Mountain Tribal Park
Explore some of the most wild and undiscovered country in the West including relatively unexplored Native American ruins, back country wild horses and beautiful scenery. Combine that with the fun, excitement and comforts of the Ute Mountain Hotel and Casino and you have an unforgettable experience. Start your journey with a stay at the Ute Mountain Hotel and Casino and enjoy luxurious accommodations, exciting casino gaming and great food. Then start a day of exploration on horseback as you take the "back road" into the Ute Mountain Tribal Park,, one of the hidden cultural gems in the U.S., and complete your day learning about some of the Southwests first residents, the ancient Puebloan peoples, with a full guided tour. Please Note: Tribal Park tours are only available on Thursdays and Fridays.
Historic Train Enthusiasts Package
Take a journey through time with a unique, one-of-a-kind train enthusiasts package and explore the scenic "old" west like they did in the 1880's - aboard 2 coal-fired steam engine trains. Start your trip in Pagosa Springs, CO - home to the healing waters of the Pagosa Hot Springs and take the short trip down the road to Chama to enjoy the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. After that beautiful journey, head to Durango, CO and take a ride on the famous Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge - winding through the majestic San Juan mountains - much as it was seen over 100 years ago!
Durango Lodging/Train/Jeep Tour Package
This adventurous vacation package for two combines two nights at your choice of lodging, ranging from historic downtown to the cool, beautiful high country, a scenic van ride to the old mining town of Silverton, a guided jeep tour through the spectacular high country, and a return train trip back to Durango on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Silverton Historic Train Package
Old West Package
Explore the real Old West with this unique 3-night, 2-day Old West historical adventure package. Start your journey with a ride on the historic train and a tour of the Old Hundred Gold Mine. Save time for a family friendly evening show. On Day Two, explore Mesa Verde National Park and the remnants of the ancient Puebloan Indians (formerly known as the Anasazi). Finally, consider taking Day Three to enjoy the "New West" by experiencing other western activities like horseback riding, rafting, 4x4 tours and much more.
Want more "Old West?" Please call us at 800-409-7295 to add on extra nights and activity options.
Western Legacy Package
Experience the real west with a tour of Mesa Verde National Park and a Dinner ride on an scenic and adventurous horseback ride with Rustlers Roost. Start your day with an all inclusive tour of Mesa Verde. Your guides will pick you up from your hotel, provide lunch and refreshments with a historical interpretive tour. After the day exploring Mesa Verde, your guide will take you to enjoy an "Old Western" experience with a guided horseback ride. After your ride, your guides will deliver you back to your hotel. This full day adventure runs from approximately 9am to 7pm. (Please Note: This package has 2 components - the Mesa Verde Tour as well as the Horseback Ride - total package price starting at $135 per person.)
Durango Romantic Getaway
Ouray and Durango Adventure Package
Enjoy two of the Southwest's most beautiful and popular towns, Durango and Ouray, CO. Stay 2 Nights in Durango and take a ride on the historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and take in some of the most pristine views in the world of the San Juan Mountains. While in Durango, you can also enjoy great evening shows, world-class dining and more. You will then head north to Ouray, Colorado and enjoy one of the most beautiful drives in the Country over the San Juan Skyway and the Million Dollar Highway. Ouray, eloquently nicknamed the Switzerland of America, is known for majestic peaks, cascading waterfalls, and its natural hot springs. While staying in Ouray, you can also take an optional jeep tour and find out why Ouray maintains its reputation of being the Jeep Capital of the World.
Cultural World Heritage Package
The Southwest is home to 2 of only 20 World Heritage sites in all of the United States and some of the most rich and fascinating cultural history in the world. This 4-night, 3-day vacation package will give you a unique and in-depth understanding of the exceptional and distinctive cultural heritage of the Southwest Four Corners Region - home to the ancient Puebloan people (formerly known as the Anasazi). Visit an active archaeological dig (seasonal) to learn about this ancient culture and then visit 2 World Heritage sites, Mesa Verde National Park and Chaco Canyon.
Durango Whitewater Adventure Package
In Durango, fantastic winters mean fantastic summer flows and this year is no exception! Durango has epic water flows this year with fun and exciting adventurous rafting trips for the whole family. With trips from scenic to high adventure and Class II to Class V, we will help you to book the adventure that is right for your family today!
Ruins & Rails
Stay two night’s in "Old West" Durango and one night in Cortez. Come and experience the two most sought-after attractions in Southwest Colorado with a round trip train ride on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and a half or full day tour at Mesa Verde National Park.
Golf, Stay and Play Package
Mountain golf offers you longer drives, mild temperatures and awesome views. Durango is home to world-class golfing and first class lodging options set in a picturesque mountain setting. Have a memorable outing on the course with this discounted lodging and golf package. Enjoy a magnificent golf course designed by architect Ken Dye that winds its way along the Animas River below the towering red cliffs of the San Juan Mountains at Dalton Ranch Golf Club. Or, take in the beautiful overlook views of the La Plata Mountains at Hillcrest Golf Course. Have some extra time? Well, there's lots to do around here. Take a trip on the Historic Durango Train, a jeep tour, glider ride, whitewater river trip, relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatment and much more!
1-day Activity Package (Silverton Tour/Train)
This popular three-night vacation package includes one night in Durango, two nights inside Mesa Verde, a train trip on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, and a guided half-day Mesa Verde tour.
1-day Activity Package (Raft/Train)
Enjoy three nights in Southwest Colorado - two nights lodging in "Old West" Durango with a one-night stay over in the historic mining town of Silverton - combined with round trip tickets on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
2-day Activity Package (Raft/Jeep/Train)