3. The Grand Canyon Railway: A Trip Back in Time
Route: Williams, AZ to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon
Experience the Old West with a touch of grandeur on this historic railway. The Grand Canyon Railway has been delighting passengers since 1901. The journey itself is a two-hour and 15-minute rolling show, complete with strolling musicians and cowboy characters who bring the region’s history to life.
You’ll travel through pine forests and prairie land before arriving just steps from the majestic South Rim of the Grand Canyon. It’s a perfect day trip that eliminates the hassle of driving and parking, allowing you to focus completely on the awe-inspiring wonder of one of the world’s greatest natural treasures.
I’m interested in these train rides.
I am a Rail Aficionado (rare milage collector). I have ridden ALL of Amtrak, and almost all of VIA (missing Prince William to Prince Rupert).
I have not (but want to this year – 2026) do two end-to-end Rocky Mountaineer’s Canadian excursions. SPECIFICALLY: “First Passage West” – starting on a WEDNESDAY – from Banff. Do a three-day lay over in Vancouver, BC. (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Then starting MONDAY, board the “Rainforest to Gold Rush” – Vancouver to Jasper. Then connect with VIA Canadian in Jasper to Prince William and take the split of train to Prince Rupert. Finally: fly out of Prince Rupert to either Seattle or Portland.
Also want to do (probably next year) Rocky Mountaineer’s US tour. Denver to Moab. Then Moab to Salt Lake.
Do you do anything in Mexico? I have done the ‘Copper Canyon Train.
I am 78 years old and fairly mobile.
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I would like to know about the senior train rides available.