Rocky Train Vacations is reshaping the Rocky Mountain train travel with the debut of the Canyon Spirit Train, a transformative rebrand of its U.S. rail route formerly known as the Rockies to the Red Rocks itinerary. Beginning with the 2026 season, this revitalized journey expands beyond its traditional Denver-to-Moab route and continues onward to Salt Lake City, creating a more immersive passage through the American West.
The shift from the Rocky Mountaineer identity to the Canyon Spirit Train marks a bold evolution for the company’s U.S. offering. Rocky Train Vacations designed the new brand to mirror the rugged character and cultural resonance of the Southwest, introducing panoramic glass views, curated interpretive programs, and elevated onboard service that bring the region’s story to life. Alongside the new identity, the journey itself advances in scope and depth.
Starting in 2026, the enhanced itinerary transitions from a two-day experience into a fuller three-day journey. This intentional extension broadens access to dramatic Western terrain and gives travelers more time to absorb the distinctive landscapes between Colorado and Utah before concluding in Salt Lake City.
“Our Rocky Mountain train tour has always been crafted around storytelling and connection,” said a spokesperson for Rocky Train Vacations. “The Canyon Spirit Train builds on that vision by embracing the Southwest’s defining spirit, giving travelers a stronger sense of place from the moment they depart Denver to their arrival in Salt Lake City.”
As the Canyon Spirit Train moves from Colorado’s alpine corridors through Utah’s canyon lands and into the urban setting of Salt Lake City, passengers witness a striking progression of ecosystems, elevations, and geological formations. Each segment is designed to create a cohesive narrative of the American West’s natural and cultural depth.
Pricing for the 2026 season begins at $2,286 per person for the Signature Experience, with the Premier Upgrade available at a higher tier. Both service levels offer panoramic windows, gourmet dining, attentive service, and thoughtful onboard programming that elevate this Rocky Mountain train journey into one of North America’s premier rail experiences.
Technological and experiential enhancements further elevate the Canyon Spirit Train. Advanced glass architecture, expanded storytelling components, regionally inspired menus, and precisely engineered rail segments ensure a journey that feels both luxurious and deeply connected to the landscapes it traverses.
For travelers seeking a meaningful exploration of the American Southwest, Rocky Train Vacations delivers a Canyon Spirit Train experience unlike any other. From Denver to Moab and onward to Salt Lake City, guests embark on a journey that blends scenic wonder with cultural insight and exceptional service.
To learn more about experiencing the Canyon Spirit Train, visit www.rockytrain.com/canyon-spirit-train.
About Rocky Train Vacations
Rocky Train Vacations offers travelers a rare style of luxury — one grounded in spacious views, thoughtful design, and the comfort of unhurried movement. As a Canadian-owned rail operator, the company specializes in creating distinctive, multi-day rail journeys across North America that celebrate dramatic geography and refined onboard hospitality. Its trips are built around the idea that travel should be immersive, sensory, and deeply memorable.
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