Pod Tag: Adventure Package

The Grand Imperial Hotel in Salida, CO

Step Back in Time Train & Hotel Package

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Sit back and relax as we create your personalized 1880s “Step Back in Time” experience with the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Grand Imperial Hotel! Your trip begins with a departure from the 1881 Durango Depot to travel the rails behind an authentic historic locomotive along the route built to haul silver and gold from the mining town of Silverton. In Silverton, experience the beauty and elegance of the refurbished 1883 Grand Imperial Hotel.

Call to book at 888-872-4607.

Two people on a snowmobile on the mountain

Snowmobile Adventure Package (Book by Phone)

Written by Martha Gowin on .

Dec. 19, 2025 – Mar. 30, 2026

Available on any Cascade departure date

Guests will ride the Cascade Canyon train to Cascade and back. On the return trip they will de-
board from Rockwood and be picked up by the Ice Pirates and taken to Molas Pass for a Snowmobile Adventure, they will spend a couple of hours exploring the Molas area by snowmobile with experienced
guides.

Returning to the Ice Pirates base camp, they will have hot chocolate and snacks. Ice Pirates will then
shuttle their guests back to the Railroad Parking lot arriving about 6 pm.

Due to complexity of all the details and arrangements, this package is not available to book online. Call 800-408-3518 to book.

Extended Silverton Adventure (Diesel)

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A few hours in Silverton not enough? Why not have the town to yourself with our Extended Silverton Adventure Express return to Durango! Ride the morning steam train from Durango to Silverton and return on an evening van shuttle.
* * Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the van shuttle. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

Colorado's Scenic train ride in the summer

Silverton Silverlight Express (Train Silverton – Durango and Evening Van Return)

Written by Martha Gowin on .

Looking to start and finish your day in Silverton? This trip is for you! Take an afternoon train ride from Silverton to Durango and return to Silverton that evening on a van shuttle. * * Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the van shuttle. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

$137 – $155

Silverton Silverlight Express (Diesel)

Written by Martha Gowin on .

Looking to start and finish your day in Silverton? This trip is for you! Take an afternoon train ride from Silverton to Durango and return to Silverton that evening on a van shuttle. * * Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the van shuttle. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

Colorado's Scenic train ride in the summer

Extended Silverton Adventure (Steam)

Written by Martha Gowin on .

A few hours in Silverton not enough? Why not have the town to yourself with our Extended Silverton Adventure Express return to Durango! Ride the morning steam train from Durango to Silverton and return on an evening van shuttle.
* * Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the van shuttle. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

Silverton Silverlight Express (Steam)

Written by Martha Gowin on .

Looking to start and finish your day in Silverton? This trip is for you! Take an afternoon train ride from Silverton to Durango and return to Silverton that evening on a van shuttle.
* * Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the van shuttle. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

Jeep Adventure Package

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Enjoy a scenic Jeep trail ride and an afternoon train ride in the same day! The day starts with a scenic shuttle ride to Silverton. You’ll then enjoy a 3 hour Jeep ride exploring ghost towns and high mountain scenery. Spend 1 1/2 hours in Silverton to explore, shop, and get lunch. The adventure concludes with a 3 1/2 hour train ride back to Durango.
** Note for passengers with children: You must bring your own car seats for children who require them on the jeep trail tour. If you are riding with a child under 4, please call to make this reservation: 888-872-4607

whitewater rafting

Rail/Raft Package

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Enjoy a morning train ride followed by an afternoon raft trip! The day starts with a 3 1/2 hour train ride from Durango to Silverton. Spend 2 hours in Silverton to explore, shop, and get lunch. You’ll then enjoy a scenic shuttle ride to Durango. The adventure concludes with a 2 hour raft trip suitable for passengers 4 and up.

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