Durango to Silverton Layover Train Package

Enjoy two of the most distinctive, historical communities in Southwest Colorado with this unique 3-night package. Spend your first night in Old West Durango. The next morning, get ready for a unique adventure aboard the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, taking you for your one-night stay over in the historic mining town of Silverton. On the 3rd day, you will once again board the train to head back to the charm and character of Durango for your final night's stay.

Durango to Silverton Layover Train Package Includes:

(3) Nights Lodging
Nights 1 and 3, stay in your choice of several properties in Durango (in the town or in the scenic high country).
(1) Night stay over in Silverton on the second night.
Round-trip tickets on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Entrance into both the Durango and Silverton railroad museums.

Options:

Add extra nights to your trip.
Add other activities to your trip: an Old 100 Gold Mine tour, Ghost Town 4×4 tours, river trips, horseback rides, evening entertainment, ziplining, hot air balloon rides, and much more!
Train Upgrades (limited availability and pricing upgrades): deluxe-class San Juan and Rio Grande cars, first-class Parlor and Silver Vista cars, presidential-class Cinco Animas car, and motor coach/train combination.

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Description:

Your first and third nights you’ll stay at your choice of Durango partner lodging options, from downtown charm to budget friendly motels. Take in the cool summer evenings and the historic charm of Durango and enjoy one of our world-class restaurants or even a fun and entertaining evening dinner show at the Henry Strater Theatre.

The next morning you’ll ride the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, which winds through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two million acre San Juan National Forest. You will relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear on this 1882 adventure from Durango to Silverton, Colorado. The coal-fired, steam-operated locomotives are maintained in their original 1923-1925 vintage condition. In Durango, take time to enjoy the Railroad Museum, located in the rail yard roundhouse featuring full-size locomotives, maps, photos, artwork, memorabilia, and authentic collectibles. While in Silverton, visit the Freight Yard Museum at the depot to learn about the history of the Rio Grande Railway as a freight line.

In Silverton, you will enjoy lodging in one of the historic properties in Silverton. During your special layover, consider adding a tour of the Old 100 Mine or a high country Jeep tour in Silverton’s High Country. Silverton is a historic mining town offers breathtaking mountain scenery, many restaurants, and quaint shops to browse.

The following day, save time to enjoy a morning jeep tour or a tour of the Old Hundred Gold Mine for a fascinating glimpse into the history of the area and the rugged settlers that put Silverton on the map! After a morning of fun, you will return to Durango early evening in time to enjoy a fabulous dinner in town and your final night at your Durango lodging option.

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Note: Train tickets for children under 5 are free if seated on an adult’s lap but if you need a seat for them, you must purchase an additional child’s ticket.