I spent some years working in the railroad industry. Two fellows that I knew were, at different times, the Division Engineers in charge of track maintenance for this route in Colorado. Most train passengers have no clue about the engineering and hard work necessary to keep a mountain railroad running--those fellows lived it every day. They knew by heart every foot of track of the whole route. I also knew a number of the train crews that operated over that route on a daily basis. I'm retired from all of that and live elsewhere now, but I still keep in touch with some of those fellows. Mountain railroaders are a whole different breed.
I have been gorging myself watching all these train journey across, up and down America! Land I'm Obsessed! I live in the UK but mum in the USA. I'd LOVE to experienced this! All I've seen with her...so for now I'll dream and fantasize. She is 71 and still work harder than ever...Soooo Lottery please come true (through)😄😍
I'm an American who spent 3 months in the UK last year. Traveled from Cornwall tp Scotland (in stages) by train. Absolutely beautiful; don't undersell British scenery. Yet, I understand what you are saying. The distances, the diversity of scenery.
Don't leave out Via, the Canadian equivalent. Except for one thing: Via is a longer trip, over 3,000 miles from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. I'm an American, but I have an appreciation for things Canadian too.
I just cried when I watched this. I lived in Golden for 18 years and had a time-share in Winter Park. I miss it so much. The best thing about Glenwood Springs is the hot springs, I wouldn't miss it.
@@davidhutchinson5233 I want more development, period. If a private railroad is building infrastructure, buying equipment, or even just paying Amtrak for the use of their facilities, that's still more passenger rail than we would otherwise have had. I agree that passenger rail should, generally, be run as a service through some level of government, but if a private company (ex. Brightline) can get something built out and operating, so long as it's not egregiously expensive to use I'm fine letting someone other than the government cover part of the development cost. As far as sightseeing trips go, if the rails and stations have excess capacity, why not let a tourist or heritage railroad run some excursions?
I just accidentally came across your "Rockies to Red Rocks" video. I started watching it and it didn't take long before my husband says, "Honey that is the next trip we are doing." You see we have recently become empty nesters and are trying to figure out what trips to takes. This caught our eye as we had talked about doing something similar to this years ago, but kids, school, college, weddings, have kept us from doing so. Now our adventures begin as we are a table for two again.
I did the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff in Gold Leaf several years ago & it was great. The food, the scenery, the history & the service were all superb. The hotel in Kamloops was modern & clean with the hotels in Vancouver & Banff were also very historic. I would highly recommend this iconic Canadian train trip to anyone.
I wouldn't complain about the delays just because it is so beautiful you could change your seat and see twice as much it is so beautiful I didn't know this existed I'm 64 years old and disabled power chair for the rest of my life you're lucky to see what you see I just wish I could see what you see it is so beautiful thank you so much for bringing it unbelievable thank you
I cannot imagine they wouldn't have accommodations for you and an aide. If that's what you want to do, let people around you know, and I pray that you can make it happen! 🚈 🚞
Jeb and his funny wife are a delight to watch as they enjoy and appreciate what a unique WONDER the Rocky Mountaineer is!! I told my husband that we HAVE to schedule this trip ASAP!! THX SO MUCH FOR INTICING US, YA'LL!! GOD BLESS YOU TWO!! 🤗❤️🙏
Jeb and Suzanne, I just took this trip, with my sister, because of watching this video a few months ago. Thank you. We had a wonderful time and my sister was just amazed. Keep up the good work on your videos. I can't believe how much you inspire me, and others, to embark on adventures we otherwise would not have known about!!
The Rocky Mountain scenery never gets old...so true! I'm so grateful that the California Zephyr goes through the same scenery for a really economical price. I've been on it both directions four times (and 9 times driving back and forth since 1971) - living in Denver and visiting my children in Northern California. Just love the ride, the history, the trees, the mountains, rocks, peaks, mesas, and the Hoo Doos near and in Utah. Thanks for a GREAT video !
My grandson and I were fortunate enough to be on the inaugural run of this trip. I had Rocky Mountaineer on my bucket list for at least 12 years. When I couldn’t travel into Canada last year, and this trip popped up…had to do it. We were not disappointed. You really did a great job of getting the adventure on video.
@@jbob1548 yes there is definitely a Canadian trip. It was Co-d that prevented me that year. I would still like to do a trip there. But Scotland/Ireland are calling this year.
Rocky Mountaineer is a new train tour that I was unaware of. Looks like it's awesome other than waiting on the freight traffic even if was expected. Glad they brought the service to the US.
Hope they also expand somewhat more in USA also… SilverLeaf +Plus+ Service level on this route seems adequate, where as GoldLeaf Service on The Canadian Routes thru The Rockies for the higher viewing points & end of carriage viewing points is well worth the extra fare…
Thank you for returning the passion on traveling by train. After being retired for 13 years now, the wife and I look forward to exploring/experiencing the wonders of the United States! Keep the videos coming Jeb and Suzanne!
Very true, I’ve found myself escaping the current chaos with the mellow vibe of these peaceful videos today. Very happy I found his channel, and even contemplating some solo train travel. 😊
Reminds me of the American Orient Express that ran 30+ years ago. Had a friend who was a porter on that train. He had a huge mustache, which inspired the bosses to dress him in 1880's British railway uniforms. He was a very pleasant guy, got very nice tips!
Did you travel on the American Orient Express? If so, how was it? Many years ago-around 2007 I think-I purchased tickets on that train for my husband and me. Cost us over $20K, but we knew it would be a trip of a lifetime. We were so stoked about going! But just THREE DAYS before departure, we got an email saying the company had gone bankrupt and our trip was cancelled! And they were non-committal about a refund! CRUSHING BLOW! Thankfully our credit card company refunded all our money with no hassle. (Yay, Chase!) But we’re still sick about just missing our “trip of a lifetime”.
I'd only do one of these expensive train trips if you got to stay at the checkpoints for a longer time. Obviously it's beautiful but it would just feel rushed and I wouldn't get to be outside so my other senses could experience and enjoy it. With that said, the second day after the sun came out...wow. Beautiful.
Put in a request with them to get placed in the car with Mike as the car attendant if he is working your trip. He us a rail fanatic and grew up in Denver and has been all over Colorado. Also make sure you do the route beginning in Denver. The Moab departure leaves in the afternoon and can sometimes get into Glenwood Springs after 9pm depending on other rail traffic. Love the videos from both of you. Keep 'em coming
We watched both your videos. Thank both of you for making these. We had to compare to the California Zephyr videos. We think the California Zephyr is a better option. Cosy private roomette or larger. The food on the Zephyr looked healthier and better. Those busses following the train sounds silly and a waste of fuel. What is the point of staying in a hotel when there is a big chance there is no time to explore Glenwood springs. Should be a destination itself and then catch another train two days later.
The best view of the Grand Mesa is when you just arrive in the Mesa valley, opposite of Mount Garfield. You look to the left and enjoy the awe of the size of this mountain. I loved being on the south side of a car when I entered valley because I loved gazing at the mountain as we passed by. A real treat. I always called it "my baby" because my childhood bedroom window always faced in every home I lived in. I woke up to it every day. How could you miss this majestic mountain? You must not have been on the south side of the train when you passed it and you must not have seen it until you were close to the border of Utah. The fact that you could see it still that far away tells you how big this mountain is.
Thank you for this! I don't know I'm going to pull this off but my partner passed away in March of 2022, and I wanted to take his ashes to the place he roamed as a CAteenaget! Right where this trip crisscrosses! I wanted to take him where he loved the best and had his greatest adventure! I loved his stories and I LOVED HIM MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY! PRAY FOR ME THAT DOORS WILL OPEN ! I,( we) need this trip! I enjoyed your SHAREING! It's beautiful!🥰🙏🤔😪
There is also a Rocky Mountaineer in Canada between Vancouver with a day stop in Kamloops in a Hotel and the next day from Kamloops to Banff. I was on this train in 2018 between Banff and Vancouver. It was incredible. Never forget!
@@j3lny425 I came with the Canadian Express from Toronto via Winnipeg to Edmonton and Jasper. Then there was a bus transfer on the Icefields Parkway to Banff. The next day we ride the Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Vancouver with a day stopover in Kamloops. Great experience. Never forget!
@@wolfgangbing2497 The Rocky Mountaineer is a Canadian rail-tour company based in Vancouver that operates luxury scenic trains on four rail routes in British Columbia, Alberta, Colorado, and Utah.🇨🇦🍁👍
This train would be incredible to go on with my daughter and son n law (both veterans) and my four grandchildren. I am 76 and have never seen anything like this This is now on my bucket list :) Bob Calvert
Man every time I see one of these tourist trains I get sticker shock when the price comes up. Hard to justify the expense when you're travelling with a kid like us. Thanks for doing these videos so I can get jealous.
I did this route on Amtrak from Denver to San Franciso, absolutely beautiful. Be prepared for the constant mooning by the families and people from the campsites. It's equally my favorite along with the Starlight from LA to Seattle scenic route.
@@dannybetts6929 yep, I heard it was called the Colorado salute. It was the summertime when the campsites and water rafting was busy. Probably not mooning in the winter time, lol.
For those who are understandably curious about how much this costs: Depending on the package and date you select, it seems like it is anywhere from $1500-4500 per person
My girlfriend and I love your videos. During the video she was already looking up how to book a trip on this great adventure. Thank you you guys are awesome!
Traveled by steam train from Chattanooga to Crossville TN once with my dad and step mom. It was a day trip to shop there and return that evening. Really glad my dad took me. I was about 13 then and will have it as a memory forever. Such a much more beautiful view out your windows than the normal old plane ones :)
When I was a little kid I was able to take a B&O RR train from Camden Station Baltimore through indescribably scenic mountains to Cumberland MD to visit grandparents in Frostburg and I wish it could be restored through to Morgantown WV as a tourist vacation train.
You two are indeed made for each other! God bless. More than watching your rail journey, we watched you two with jealous eyes!! No we are seniors, loved watching you laugh together ...we will wait for another you two trip, so long..
45 degrees, raining, night time. Absolutely perfect conditions and timing for Glenwood Canyon pool. Honestly. The temp of the water makes those conditions delightful.
Took this train in April from moab to denver. Just as beautiful but interestingly no delays for other Trains! Amazing journey! Absolutely top notch food and service.
Jeb is the best in the biz with these videos. They are fun , informative, and always done with a quality above others. Thanks Jeb! Please keep up the good work!
This Canadian train has operated for many years in Canada’s Rockies primarily between Calgary and Vancouver via Jasper and Banff. Although it’s pricey, it’s a beautiful trip and well worth the cost.
We did this trip. The first year they offered it out of Covid. They had to do something as Canada reminded closed for so long. It was a great first experience. Very comfortable and food was wonderful. We spend a few days in Salt Lake City. Transport to Moab. Stayed there a few days. Then took the train back to Denver. Spent a few days in that area. It was a great vacation.
thank you. like your travels. i am disabled with mobility issues. might be interesting in your travels to give insights as to acommodations for those with special needs.
Hi Jerome! I actually work on Rocky Mountaineer’s Denver team so I can answer this question :) The trip is fully ADA accessible with lifts onto both the motor-coaches and the train. We also provide ADA accessible transport to and from hotels in Glenwood Springs. It is also possible to remain in your wheelchair or scooter on the train without transferring into your seat (as long as it fits on board.)
@@gablepatterson647 thank you, however, i am not wheelchair bound. i had spine surgery in 1996. left me disabled. having a proper chair with no back movement is best for me. i look to learn more about this fun trip.
These are the same coaches used between Vancouver Pacific Central to Jasper/Banf. Kudos to the engineers and builders who created this marvel of a route
You guys were fun and did a great job, especially playing off each other, it gave some dimension. Yes I caught v/t, I do a lot of road trips and generally have to do it in my head using multiples of 60mph. eg I have 180 miles to drive and 60 times 3 hours equals 180 miles, I always hated word problems but always had to do them in real life. I fell in love with train travel in AK. I've revised most every one who's asked me about AK with "just take the train, fly in to Fairbanks and train down to your cruise ship". Most efficient and gorgeous trip you'll take. Also learned not to lean out too far while approaching bridges. A harrowing experience where I almost lost a DSLR and useful parts of my anatomy. Safe and wonderful travels!
Jeb, the area you point to and are calling The Grand Mesa is actually the Northern end of the Uncompahgre Plateau, and part of the Colorado National Monument. The Grand Mesa is actually at the East end of the Grand Valley, just Outside Palisade. As you came into Palisade, around the curve, it was on your left hand side. I only correct you because I lived in Grand Junction for 27 years, and explored the area extensively. I’m glad you found a hidden part of America, normally Flyover Country.
Grand Mesa is actually quite large and I am surprised you could'nt find it. Also, in addition to growing wine grapes (which is a relatively recent thing) the Grand Valley has been an area which has produced fruit for over 100 years. Peaches, pears, cherries and other fruit irrigateed with water from the Colorado River. The town just west of Grand Junction is named Fruita.
Mr Brooks, Many many special greetings. I am originally from Washington DC and have been living in Southern California since 1961. About 30 years ago I was semi retired and decided to take a leisurely trip east. So the entire trip was by railroad. The Desert Wind was still running. Since I was living in Anaheim CA I Boarded in Fullerton. I had saved up for the trip and was thus able to use a roomette. From Chicago I met the friendliest group of people and though we had never met before and would never meet again for that while we were the most important people in each others lives. One of the ladies was coming from Montana to visit he daughter and her first grand child who was less than one month old. When we arrived in DC her daughter and the baby were waiting there. You can't imagine how touched we all were. There were quite a few happy tears shed. After visiting relatives and old friends in DC I came home by way of New Orleans then the southern route back to Orange county. Needless to say I am sold on train travel. Since then I have made many train trips. I have traveled cross country at least 30 times with at least one thirty day visit to the Chesapeake Bay every fall. From here to Chicago I have traveled every route. Not only from LA but also from Seattle and Emeryville as well as the route through New Orleans.
I ran out of space. Here is a short part 2. Because of the number of orbits the earth has made around the sun with me as a passenger (almost 90) I haven't made a trip in the last 3 years. However I discovered your videos and i have been able to relive some wonderful moments. Thank you ever so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THIS is the kind of train I have been waiting for in the United States. I'd love to take a train like this from Los Angeles to the Coachella Valley or to Las Vegas (maybe not) or San Francisco. All should have been bullet train projects, but I wouldn't mind the slower pace for that kind of experience.
USA newest Train is like 30 years old train in CHINA. don't get me wrong but USA has talent to do all the tech stuff, but as for as trains they are like 30-40 years behind
New cars make it all especially cleanness. Lucky you! It’s awesome to go by train. And into my bucket list it goes. Nothing can be compared with the beautiful breathtaking scenery of America! It has it all. Hopefully people appreciate it with gratitude not entitlement to preserve the beauty.
I know you guys have this "Travel Channel" vibe going on, but that shot in the observation car showing the length of the observation car and more importantly the view outside was AWESOME!!!! more of those please!
I lived in Grand Junction for a while. What you thought was the Grand Mesa was actually Monument Canyon. Mount Garfield is on the North side of town and Grand Mesa is to the east of Palisade. It's a beautiful area that has great weather!
and you called the book cliffs which are in utah not colorado--we always thought of all the area around grand junction as the grand mesa--did a lot of oil field work there years ago
Great video! My brother and Cousin and I are watching this together! This is actually my second time watching this because its so peaceful to watch and Suzanne remind me of my mother when she was alive. Suzanne is Adventurous, happy, outgoing, and awesome like you Jeb! You both keep up the great work and the awesome smiles! Always a fan!
You need to take the train from Bratislava to Košice in Slovakia, during the day. It's my favorite train trip, takes around 5 hours and showcases all of the various landscapes of Slovakia. It goes by extremely quickly because there is just so much scenery to take in.
I lived in Oregon for 8yrs, but this video showed some of the most stunning scenery and landscaped country I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing your experience on the Rocky Mountaineer.
Grand Junction, CO native here, I hate to break it to you but the Grand Mesa is the mountain to the east of GJ, what you showed there around 23:40ish is the Colorado National Monument. Still, gorgeous. Definitely try some GJ wine, Two Rivers winery is absolutely fantastic if you ever find a bottle!
My favorite part of that train ride from Denver to Moab Utah is going through those big pretty tall Rocky Mountain in the rookies in Colorado because they have a lot to tunnels that the train goes through!
I lived along Pactolus Rd just short of the Moffat Tunnel for years right on the S Boulder Creek. This area is shown in so many cross-country train videos and it's always good to see my old stomping grounds. There's an old and real stage coach stop in Rollinsville which is the last town before the tunnel. It's been a restaurant, tavern, community center etc over the years. The journey is okay by rail but by car is so much better. It isn't possible to go by car all the way though due to the 'Needle' road being covered with slide material for many years. But leading up to Pine Cliff there are rock formations such as the Indian Chief that are astounding. And the switchbacks are unparalleled. Plus you get to go through Wondervu where there used to be a most wonderful restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine with wonderful views. What is a most glorious portion of the train ride is also just a glorious place to live and sightsee. Not sure how many go through this area now but when I lived there the population was very low. I had friends who lived right at the east portal of the Moffat Tunnel. The railroad people had large train engines partially disassembled laying along the side of the track back at that time. Some of the most massive engines I've ever seen were sitting there.
Living in Eastern Colorado, I could see taking my wife on a train like this. We have done the Zephyr from Fort Morgan to Glenwood, but still have never been to Moab and this looks like a comfortable way to go. Thanks Jeb for the amazing video as always!
I used to live in Denver and many other CO counties. And I seriously want to take this trip. I love a good road trip but I can't imagine anything more relaxing than this. I would love to go through Moffat tunnel. The business with the train cars filled with concrete I thought was really interesting. And the wind does get pretty insane
I lived in Pueblo, Arvada, and a very small town no one's ever heard of. Lol. I still love Colorado. Would enjoy the train trip also, have never gone through the Moffatt tunnel. My last trip on a train in Peru I learned that I need to face forward because I got sick. Never been car sick but did on train.
As a kid growing up in Boulder we would ride our bikes south of town about five miles and catch the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad Winter Park Ski Train that stopped there. The train went through the Moffat Tunnel both ways. It was so cool. Kind of creepy because it was so dark and long. We also biked to the east opening of the tunnel to watch the giant door open and the trains come through. Way cool.
I took a road trip from the east coast to the Arizona. We saw these beautiful views, and I will NEVER forget it, and want to go again. I would absolutely love to use this service. It’s a shame so many people don’t know about this and other services. On a side note. I hope the windows are UV protected. I doubt it, but I really want to know. I would be stressing putting on sunblock the entire trip LOL
At a mile in the sky, they'd be foolish to 'not' use UV protected glass, because the Ultraviolet light at that altitude is So intense, that it would destroy those Leather and everything else upholstered in those rail cars,very quickly, so your probably skin safe, while sight seeing!🇺🇲🇨🇦👍
I just watched this on TV, but you can't comment there. The food on this trip looked delicious. I went to Canyonlands and Arches many years ago, and they were the most spectacular scenery I had ever seen, until I saw the Grand Canyon three years ago. I actually cried the first time I saw the Grand Canyon. The video was great and really showed what the trip was like. Thank you.
I initially though this was the Canadian version of the Rocky Mountaineer (which I've seen a video of on another RUclips channel). This US version is news to me, and it's great that one can enjoy the mountain scenery on a luxury train without having to cross the Canadian border!
The scenery in Canada is more spectacular, especially the 3 day on the train from Jasper to Vancouver late in the season. It’s the best of the 3 routes! Fred
It's owned by the same Canadian company that runs the Rocky mountaineer in Canada. They started the US service in 2021, hopefully it works out for them.
Jeb, thank you so much for mentioning the light when you were leaving Glenwood Springs. I think far too many people take things like the lighting for granted and miss out on some of the most spectacular things in life. The lighting is where the magic begins.
I hadn't heard of this train or this route. Imagine my surprise when I saw the picture of scenery from the area I grew up, and see a train on what I thought to be an abandoned or rarely used track. Growing up in Moab, I never would have dreamed it would be a tourist train destination.
From Moab also and this was news to me. It looks incredible. I've lived all through these areas Utah/Colorado over the years but seeing it by rail would be a trip to remember
As a brit if I was going to make the trip across the pond I think I would opt for Amtrak, you could book a bedroom for the same price as the Rocky Mountaineer. With that said the Banff to Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer is still very much on the bucket list.
The sites you saw really got me for two reasons. First, my love of the west which I grew up in. Second, the years of my life being lost as an older man stuck in Illinois. It makes me cry to see bothe the beauty I'm missing and cry for the years I've lost so far.
I really enjoy your excursions and listening to you and Suzanne interact together! You guys make me laugh! Thx so much for sharing your travels with us! Blessings to you both!
Very well made video Jeb. I have seen over a hundred travel vids in different types of vehicles, land, sea, and air. I found yours to be the best one todate. 5 GOLD STARS to you!
Disfrutando de este viaje virtual aqui en Viña del Mar, Chile un 29 sept 2024. Quiera Dios me de la oportunidad de realizar este viaje en USA y Canada. Amo los trenes. Saludos y gracias por subir estos videos que muestran tal lindos paisajes.
It's really interesting to see a train ride that really is just so focused on the journey and not commutes; I'm from the Netherlands, so every time there was a stop due to a train passing or similar and you guys were stuck waiting and when Suzanne said ''This is just classic train travel, you just kinda sit and enjoy the journey'' it awakened such a Fear in me going ''No WHY are we stopping!!'' haha! The same with a lot of the slow driving of the train throughout the video, I'm so used to sitting in the train every day to and from school proper dreading every time my train slows down or, heaven forbid, stops entirely! I bet I'd be much more thankful for the slower pace if I was cruising through that beautiful scenery myself though! Ample time to get nice photos!
the rail experience you're used to only really exists in cities as the metro. theres a few longer commuter rail options out there but they arent nearly as dominant as they are in the EU and UK
In the USA, long distance trains all run on freight rails, single track except for the sidings. Freight is more profitable, so freight trains get the right of way. This is changing, but very, very slowly. And sometimes politics gets in the way.
That's one of the things about the Gold Leaf cars, they max out the loading gauge on the North American rail network. From what I can see they are like the Gold Star cars in the Alaska Railroad.
We did the Rocky Mountaineer train from Banff to Vancouver in September 2022 - the tour actually started in Calgary and we had a couple of extras thrown in such as Lake Minnewanka and the Athabasca Glacier. The train trip was fabulous - our train had a mix of single and double-decker carriages - we were in a double-decker one (seating on top; restaurant, toilets and large vestibule for window-free photography on the bottom). Twelve hours per day and spectacular scenery. There was even a small chairlift for those who were incapacitated in some way. No-one got drunk - except on the scenery. Food was superb. The inclusion of the US version is a mouth-watering thought and something worth contemplating.
Great video! As a local in the western part of Colorado I would like to clarify that on minute 23:32 is not the Grand Mesa. It is actually the Colorado National Monument. On minute 23:47 you can see the Grand Mesa in the background.
I wondered why you appeared to have whole coaches to yourselves. At $1500 a pop, I think I know. Also know why the bar is so tempting., Now try Washington and Oregon…we may not beat Colorado on mountains…but wine…now you’re talking…
Thank you for a great review ! Having travelled on the California Zephyr, in each direction between Denver and Emeryville, which was wonderful, I must now travel on the Rocky Mountaineer. Your review of the onboard service is a real clincher ! Many thanks.
My wife and I did the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff last year, a long delayed (life, Covid, etc.) dream trip for my wife. I'm a bit of a homebody, but she never steered me wrong in traveling. We did Gold Leaf and enjoyed the whole thing thoroughly. Took zillions of pictures, hung out on the vestibule a lot, took advantage of all the amenities. It was rather like a cruise ship experience -- we were taken care of from one end of the journey to the other. The only downside for us was that Banff was blanketed in thick, acrid, mountain-hiding smoke from the wildfires bedeviling Canada then. So we stayed an extra day in Banff and the skies cleared and we could enjoy the sights there. This Rockies to Red Rock trip looks similarly memorable.
Jeb & Suzanne - great video, as always!! Loved riding along with you. Jeb, I'm secretly in love with your watches. Would love a peek at your complete collection one of these days!!
That four-second look at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood was nostalgic as my dad Glenn Hopkins owned it in the late '50s, I was the summer life guard at the pool that is no longer there. Teddy Roosevelt stayed there when he was bear hunting, that's how old it is. Memories....
FYI: The Rocky Mountaineer is a Canadian company and the only, exclusively passenger only rail carrier in North America. After operational costs, in 2021, the CRM made just shy of $422 million profit. Not bad considering the operation only runs 5 months of the year I've done the Vancouver - Jasper - Calgary route three times, and the trip was absolutely mind boggling. The service, food, scenery, amenities and staff were amazing... the total trip, Gold Leaf Service was $13,000 and lasted 12 days. All accommodations, meals and gratuities included. 7.5 stars out of 5 Probably the best vacation I've ever experienced
We took the Rocky Mountaineer in Canada a few years ago, trying out the Gold Leaf service. It was a wonderful trip, despite some delays, but that is to be expected. The food was wonderful and boy do they offer tons of food on the train!
Huge fan! I live in Grand Junction but when you said you saw the Grand Mesa, you were filming the Colorado National Monument. They are both amazing! If you ever want to come back and experience Colorado’s wine country, I would love to take you and Suzanne on a tour!!!
I did a Vancouver round trip on the Rocky Mountaineer. I loved my Silver Service. I liked the fact my luggage was waiting in my room every night and we had our keys before we got off the train. Glad you enjoyed your trip.
I feel like I saw more of Suzanne on this trip than in the rest of any videos she's been in with you all put together! You two are great on camera together and I hope we'll see more of both of you in future videos. I'll be in the US in a couple weeks for my vacation and I'm doing a long-haul three days/two trains from Portland, OR, to Boston, MA, all in coach. A similar trip on the Southwest Chief several years ago did *not* go well but I was already feeling poorly when I did that trip; it'll be great to be taking the Empire Builder and lakeshore Limited in the opposite direction to past trips. I'd love to see you do a collab video with Mike Downie from DownieLive - his video on the Canadian Rocky mountaineer was great. Thanks!
I spent some years working in the railroad industry. Two fellows that I knew were, at different times, the Division Engineers in charge of track maintenance for this route in Colorado. Most train passengers have no clue about the engineering and hard work necessary to keep a mountain railroad running--those fellows lived it every day. They knew by heart every foot of track of the whole route. I also knew a number of the train crews that operated over that route on a daily basis. I'm retired from all of that and live elsewhere now, but I still keep in touch with some of those fellows. Mountain railroaders are a whole different breed.
How much this trip costs?
I agree...my Dad did railwork for years..his favorite saying as he walked out the door to work...No Guts No Glory..lol
@@Zenlife1969 $1800 per person
Wow!! I had no idea!
Thanks for the warning. Be prepared and always be on the lookout.
I have been gorging myself watching all these train journey across, up and down America! Land I'm Obsessed! I live in the UK but mum in the USA. I'd LOVE to experienced this! All I've seen with her...so for now I'll dream and fantasize. She is 71 and still work harder than ever...Soooo Lottery please come true (through)😄😍
I'm an American who spent 3 months in the UK last year. Traveled from Cornwall tp Scotland (in stages) by train. Absolutely beautiful; don't undersell British scenery. Yet, I understand what you are saying. The distances, the diversity of scenery.
Don't leave out Via, the Canadian equivalent. Except for one thing: Via is a longer trip, over 3,000 miles from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. I'm an American, but I have an appreciation for things Canadian too.
How great is RUclips lol
I just cried when I watched this. I lived in Golden for 18 years and had a time-share in Winter Park. I miss it so much. The best thing about Glenwood Springs is the hot springs, I wouldn't miss it.
The beginning of the return of privately-owned passenger rail makes me happy. People are finally starting to care about trains again!
Not at that price.
This isn't really a useful transportation link, but it looks like a decent sightseeing trip.
@@xr6lad EXACTLY
The trains are in the public interest. They need to be in the public arena. Not private enterprise. Look at what's happening right now in the UK.
@@davidhutchinson5233 I want more development, period. If a private railroad is building infrastructure, buying equipment, or even just paying Amtrak for the use of their facilities, that's still more passenger rail than we would otherwise have had.
I agree that passenger rail should, generally, be run as a service through some level of government, but if a private company (ex. Brightline) can get something built out and operating, so long as it's not egregiously expensive to use I'm fine letting someone other than the government cover part of the development cost.
As far as sightseeing trips go, if the rails and stations have excess capacity, why not let a tourist or heritage railroad run some excursions?
I just accidentally came across your "Rockies to Red Rocks" video. I started watching it and it didn't take long before my husband says, "Honey that is the next trip we are doing." You see we have recently become empty nesters and are trying to figure out what trips to takes. This caught our eye as we had talked about doing something similar to this years ago, but kids, school, college, weddings, have kept us from doing so. Now our adventures begin as we are a table for two again.
I helped to build some of these cars in California. This is a Canadian carrier. So glad to hear they are now offering service here in the USA.
Hope knowledge about Canada and mountainous areas
I did the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff in Gold Leaf several years ago & it was great. The food, the scenery, the history & the service were all superb. The hotel in Kamloops was modern & clean with the hotels in Vancouver & Banff were also very historic. I would highly recommend this iconic Canadian train trip to anyone.
It’s on my list. Glad to hear it gets good reviews.
Canadian Rockies are spectacular.
Looks awful boring ,to me
@@larrygibson9605 boring, for a mountain of freaking cash too! 💰🚂🚈
Al fin ..
Props for making people aware of both options along this route and what the benefits of the more expensive option are. Breathtaking scenery.
@Lawrence Foy ????
Really enjoyed this. Video
Great 👍
always worth the coin to go first class - our favorite area of this great country
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I wouldn't complain about the delays just because it is so beautiful you could change your seat and see twice as much it is so beautiful I didn't know this existed I'm 64 years old and disabled power chair for the rest of my life you're lucky to see what you see I just wish I could see what you see it is so beautiful thank you so much for bringing it unbelievable thank you
I cannot imagine they wouldn't have accommodations for you and an aide. If that's what you want to do, let people around you know, and I pray that you can make it happen! 🚈 🚞
Jeb and his funny wife are a delight to watch as they enjoy and appreciate what a unique WONDER the Rocky Mountaineer is!! I told my husband that we HAVE to schedule this trip ASAP!! THX SO MUCH FOR INTICING US, YA'LL!! GOD BLESS YOU TWO!! 🤗❤️🙏
The scenery alone is priceless.
Jeb and Suzanne, I just took this trip, with my sister, because of watching this video a few months ago. Thank you. We had a wonderful time and my sister was just amazed. Keep up the good work on your videos. I can't believe how much you inspire me, and others, to embark on adventures we otherwise would not have known about!!
The Rocky Mountain scenery never gets old...so true! I'm so grateful that the California Zephyr goes through the same scenery for a really economical price. I've been on it both directions four times (and 9 times driving back and forth since 1971) - living in Denver and visiting my children in Northern California. Just love the ride, the history, the trees, the mountains, rocks, peaks, mesas, and the Hoo Doos near and in Utah. Thanks for a GREAT video !
My grandson and I were fortunate enough to be on the inaugural run of this trip. I had Rocky Mountaineer on my bucket list for at least 12 years. When I couldn’t travel into Canada last year, and this trip popped up…had to do it. We were not disappointed.
You really did a great job of getting the adventure on video.
so cool! any other recommendations? Was id Co*id that prevented the Canada trip? Is there a train trip there?
@@jbob1548 yes there is definitely a Canadian trip. It was Co-d that prevented me that year. I would still like to do a trip there. But Scotland/Ireland are calling this year.
Your videos are the most enjoyable on RUclips as far as I'm concerned. I love your comments.
America is blessed with gorgeous landscapes.
You have the best job
Rocky Mountaineer is a new train tour that I was unaware of. Looks like it's awesome other than waiting on the freight traffic even if was expected. Glad they brought the service to the US.
Hope they also expand somewhat more in USA also… SilverLeaf +Plus+ Service level on this route seems adequate, where as GoldLeaf Service on The Canadian Routes thru The Rockies for the higher viewing points & end of carriage viewing points is well worth the extra fare…
I actually think the delays on this trip might be the first time I'd not only be okay with a delay, I might actually welcome them!
Freight pays the bills. Freight comes first.
They brought the service back!!!!! It had been there until the late 1940ies on the Moffat Road already until cars took over. Learn about your history.
was that your brother Ronald at 10:00 😁
This is my first time to watch your channel. What an adorable couple you guys are! Your videos are informative and fun. Great job guys.
Thank you for returning the passion on traveling by train. After being retired for 13 years now, the wife and I look forward to exploring/experiencing the wonders of the United States! Keep the videos coming Jeb and Suzanne!
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Please remember the trip is the train ride itself. "Delays" are a treat that prolong a wonderful experience. ❤️
@@shamanbeartwo3819 ROGER!
Yeah delays are the ordinary when travelling a long distance on a train . But you have the right attitude for sure .
Whenever I’m having a bad day Jebs videos always calm me down and make me feel relaxed😊
Very true, I’ve found myself escaping the current chaos with the mellow vibe of these peaceful videos today. Very happy I found his channel, and even contemplating some solo train travel. 😊
Reminds me of the American Orient Express that ran 30+ years ago. Had a friend who was a porter on that train. He had a huge mustache, which inspired the bosses to dress him in 1880's British railway uniforms. He was a very pleasant guy, got very nice tips!
Did you travel on the American Orient Express? If so, how was it? Many years ago-around 2007 I think-I purchased tickets on that train for my husband and me. Cost us over $20K, but we knew it would be a trip of a lifetime. We were so stoked about going! But just THREE DAYS before departure, we got an email saying the company had gone bankrupt and our trip was cancelled! And they were non-committal about a refund! CRUSHING BLOW! Thankfully our credit card company refunded all our money with no hassle. (Yay, Chase!) But we’re still sick about just missing our “trip of a lifetime”.
Hi, I remember that movie. Seems they allowed smoking being an old movie. Do you think I could vape?
I never took a trip during which patience wasn’t necessary. Rolling with what happens makes every trip more fun.
My friend and I were in Glenwood Springs a few years ago and the Rocky Mountaineer showed up! Amazing! He is a huge railfan.
I'd only do one of these expensive train trips if you got to stay at the checkpoints for a longer time. Obviously it's beautiful but it would just feel rushed and I wouldn't get to be outside so my other senses could experience and enjoy it. With that said, the second day after the sun came out...wow. Beautiful.
Loved this Jeb - having just done the Canadian version I’m very much looking forward to trying this. Great video as always mate
Thanks so much for watching! It’s a beautiful route on a cool train!
Put in a request with them to get placed in the car with Mike as the car attendant if he is working your trip. He us a rail fanatic and grew up in Denver and has been all over Colorado. Also make sure you do the route beginning in Denver. The Moab departure leaves in the afternoon and can sometimes get into Glenwood Springs after 9pm depending on other rail traffic. Love the videos from both of you. Keep 'em coming
I just watched the video, and it was amazing. Now both of these are added to my list.
We watched both your videos.
Thank both of you for making these.
We had to compare to the California Zephyr videos. We think the California Zephyr is a better option. Cosy private roomette or larger. The food on the Zephyr looked healthier and better. Those busses following the train sounds silly and a waste of fuel. What is the point of staying in a hotel when there is a big chance there is no time to explore Glenwood springs. Should be a destination itself and then catch another train two days later.
@@GodAtum they’re probably concerned about liability … but it would be nice
The best view of the Grand Mesa is when you just arrive in the Mesa valley, opposite of Mount Garfield. You look to the left and enjoy the awe of the size of this mountain. I loved being on the south side of a car when I entered valley because I loved gazing at the mountain as we passed by. A real treat. I always called it "my baby" because my childhood bedroom window always faced in every home I lived in. I woke up to it every day. How could you miss this majestic mountain? You must not have been on the south side of the train when you passed it and you must not have seen it until you were close to the border of Utah. The fact that you could see it still that far away tells you how big this mountain is.
Thank you for this! I don't know I'm going to pull this off but my partner passed away in March of 2022, and I wanted to take his ashes to the place he roamed as a CAteenaget! Right where this trip crisscrosses! I wanted to take him where he loved the best and had his greatest adventure! I loved his stories and I LOVED HIM MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY! PRAY FOR ME THAT DOORS WILL OPEN ! I,( we) need this trip! I enjoyed your SHAREING! It's beautiful!🥰🙏🤔😪
There is also a Rocky Mountaineer in Canada between Vancouver with a day stop in Kamloops in a Hotel and the next day from Kamloops to Banff. I was on this train in 2018 between Banff and Vancouver. It was incredible. Never forget!
This Rocky mountaineer train in the US is also owned by the same Canadian company that you were on.
I took it all the way to Calgary.
@@j3lny425 I came with the Canadian Express from Toronto via Winnipeg to Edmonton and Jasper. Then there was a bus transfer on the Icefields Parkway to Banff. The next day we ride the Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Vancouver with a day stopover in Kamloops. Great experience. Never forget!
@@wolfgangbing2497 The Rocky Mountaineer is a Canadian rail-tour company based in Vancouver that operates luxury scenic trains on four rail routes in British Columbia, Alberta, Colorado, and Utah.🇨🇦🍁👍
This train would be incredible to go on with my daughter and son n law (both veterans) and my four grandchildren. I am 76 and have never seen anything like this This is now on my bucket list :) Bob Calvert
I am going to drive out there.
Man every time I see one of these tourist trains I get sticker shock when the price comes up. Hard to justify the expense when you're travelling with a kid like us. Thanks for doing these videos so I can get jealous.
That’s why u only see old retired people
TO ME, IT'S WELL WORTH THE TRIP.
Hard to justify even without a kid
Starts at $1375 a person for anyone else wondering
@@ometofu Jeb and Suzanne are not old or retired!
I did this route on Amtrak from Denver to San Franciso, absolutely beautiful. Be prepared for the constant mooning by the families and people from the campsites. It's equally my favorite along with the Starlight from LA to Seattle scenic route.
Mooning?? Lmfao!!
@@dannybetts6929 yep, I heard it was called the Colorado salute. It was the summertime when the campsites and water rafting was busy. Probably not mooning in the winter time, lol.
*gets busy booking campsites along that train line....
hahahaha true
Sure, butt I wouldn't necessarily call mooning from Seattle to LA scenic. Butt each to his own I guess.
For those who are understandably curious about how much this costs: Depending on the package and date you select, it seems like it is anywhere from $1500-4500 per person
Wow! That's Insane! That a nice trip to Cancun or Cabo!
thank you for posting that, i was surprised that he didn't bother to mention that or even link to a website for more info in the caption L
@@primarytrainer1He did mention the price.
Holy S#$%
Seems steep even for the services offered
My girlfriend and I love your videos. During the video she was already looking up how to book a trip on this great adventure. Thank you you guys are awesome!
Traveled by steam train from Chattanooga to Crossville TN once with my dad and step mom. It was a day trip to shop there and return that evening. Really glad my dad took me. I was about 13 then and will have it as a memory forever. Such a much more beautiful view out your windows than the normal old plane ones :)
When I was a little kid I was able to take a B&O RR train from Camden Station Baltimore through indescribably scenic mountains to Cumberland MD to visit grandparents in Frostburg and I wish it could be restored through to Morgantown WV as a tourist vacation train.
You two are indeed made for each other! God bless. More than watching your rail journey, we watched you two with jealous eyes!! No we are seniors, loved watching you laugh together ...we will wait for another you two trip, so long..
45 degrees, raining, night time. Absolutely perfect conditions and timing for Glenwood Canyon pool. Honestly. The temp of the water makes those conditions delightful.
I went in when there was snow on the ground, it was amazing!
@@karalee6522 Absolutely. I wonder if the vapor caves across the highway are still operating. Glenwood is a magic place.
@@oldhardrock2542 yes, they close at 9, same as the pool.
Took this train in April from moab to denver. Just as beautiful but interestingly no delays for other Trains! Amazing journey! Absolutely top notch food and service.
Jeb is the best in the biz with these videos. They are fun , informative, and always done with a quality above others. Thanks Jeb! Please keep up the good work!
Can we all appreciate the fact that Jeb never disappointed us with his content. 😊😊😊
Wow! Thanks so much. That’s such a nice thing to say!
@@GreenerGrass Please read my comment of the Rocky Mountaineer. I would appreciate a reply and a like please
Along with the choice of background Music also
Na he disappointed me because was not invited! lol 😆 😆
I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed by anything Jeb puts out.
Good food/beautiful mountain scenery in remote quiet areas is a great vacation and de-stresser
This Canadian train has operated for many years in Canada’s Rockies primarily between Calgary and Vancouver via Jasper and Banff. Although it’s pricey, it’s a beautiful trip and well worth the cost.
Still does.
I literally just saw this train today at Glenwood springs. Such a beautiful train and scenery.
We did this trip. The first year they offered it out of Covid. They had to do something as Canada reminded closed for so long. It was a great first experience. Very comfortable and food was wonderful. We spend a few days in Salt Lake City. Transport to Moab. Stayed there a few days. Then took the train back to Denver. Spent a few days in that area. It was a great vacation.
thank you. like your travels. i am disabled with mobility issues. might be interesting in your travels to give insights as to acommodations for those with special needs.
Hi Jerome! I actually work on Rocky Mountaineer’s Denver team so I can answer this question :) The trip is fully ADA accessible with lifts onto both the motor-coaches and the train. We also provide ADA accessible transport to and from hotels in Glenwood Springs. It is also possible to remain in your wheelchair or scooter on the train without transferring into your seat (as long as it fits on board.)
@@gablepatterson647 thank you, however, i am not wheelchair bound. i had spine surgery in 1996. left me disabled. having a proper chair with no back movement is best for me. i look to learn more about this fun trip.
These are the same coaches used between Vancouver Pacific Central to Jasper/Banf. Kudos to the engineers and builders who created this marvel of a route
Denver's Union Station is so GORGEOUS
Yes it is - but apparently this luxury train starts from some warehouse loading area instead
You guys were fun and did a great job, especially playing off each other, it gave some dimension. Yes I caught v/t, I do a lot of road trips and generally have to do it in my head using multiples of 60mph. eg I have 180 miles to drive and 60 times 3 hours equals 180 miles, I always hated word problems but always had to do them in real life. I fell in love with train travel in AK. I've revised most every one who's asked me about AK with "just take the train, fly in to Fairbanks and train down to your cruise ship". Most efficient and gorgeous trip you'll take. Also learned not to lean out too far while approaching bridges. A harrowing experience where I almost lost a DSLR and useful parts of my anatomy. Safe and wonderful travels!
Jeb, the area you point to and are calling The Grand Mesa is actually the Northern end of the Uncompahgre Plateau, and part of the Colorado National Monument. The Grand Mesa is actually at the East end of the Grand Valley, just Outside Palisade. As you came into Palisade, around the curve, it was on your left hand side. I only correct you because I lived in Grand Junction for 27 years, and explored the area extensively. I’m glad you found a hidden part of America, normally Flyover Country.
Beat me to it, I live in Glenwood.
Grand Mesa is actually quite large and I am surprised you could'nt find it. Also, in addition to growing wine grapes (which is a relatively recent thing) the Grand Valley has been an area which has produced fruit for over 100 years. Peaches, pears, cherries and other fruit irrigateed with water from the Colorado River. The town just west of Grand Junction is named Fruita.
Mr Brooks, Many many special greetings. I am originally from Washington DC and have been living in Southern California since 1961. About 30 years ago I was semi retired and decided to take a leisurely trip east. So the entire trip was by railroad. The Desert Wind was still running. Since I was living in Anaheim CA I Boarded in Fullerton. I had saved up for the trip and was thus able to use a roomette. From Chicago I met the friendliest group of people and though we had never met before and would never meet again for that while we were the most important people in each others lives. One of the ladies was coming from Montana to visit he daughter and her first grand child who was less than one month old. When we arrived in DC her daughter and the baby were waiting there. You can't imagine how touched we all were. There were quite a few happy tears shed. After visiting relatives and old friends in DC I came home by way of New Orleans then the southern route
back to Orange county. Needless to say I am sold on train travel. Since then I have made many train trips. I have traveled cross country at least 30 times with at least one thirty day visit to the Chesapeake Bay every fall. From here to Chicago I have traveled every route.
Not only from LA but also from Seattle and Emeryville as well as the route through New Orleans.
I ran out of space. Here is a short part 2. Because of the number of orbits the earth has made around the sun with me as a passenger (almost 90) I haven't made a trip in the last 3 years. However I discovered your videos and i have been able to relive some wonderful moments. Thank you ever so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You are easily my favorite RUclips escape. I love train travel just as much as you guys, and I hope to run into you on the rails sometime!
THIS is the kind of train I have been waiting for in the United States. I'd love to take a train like this from Los Angeles to the Coachella Valley or to Las Vegas (maybe not) or San Francisco. All should have been bullet train projects, but I wouldn't mind the slower pace for that kind of experience.
Just take Amtrak. Americana is all of us and not just the rich
We should have both, HSR as an airplane alternative, sightseeing for fun.
Amtrak runs a train from Los Angeles along the California coastline to the Coachella/Salinas farm valleys. It’s a gorgeous train ride!
@@tracymarquez6875 that sounds amazing! How long is the trip?
USA newest Train is like 30 years old train in CHINA. don't get me wrong but USA has talent to do all the tech stuff, but as for as trains they are like 30-40 years behind
New cars make it all especially cleanness. Lucky you! It’s awesome to go by train. And into my bucket list it goes. Nothing can be compared with the beautiful breathtaking scenery of America! It has it all. Hopefully people appreciate it with gratitude not entitlement to preserve the beauty.
God bless us start and end your day with our ALMIGHTY GOD. THANKS
I know you guys have this "Travel Channel" vibe going on, but that shot in the observation car showing the length of the observation car and more importantly the view outside was AWESOME!!!! more of those please!
Agree. Its gorgeous.
Back when the Travel channel had travel and not just dumb ghost crap
@@TheGreatSatan_ I know. There's nothing to watch for me anymore.
The History channel is all about... UFO's now.
?????? Confused.
@@TheBandit7613 watch Traveling Robert on RUclips. He has some awesome videos
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This is beautiful! Love the big windows, not claustrophobic like other trains and the scenery was AMAZING!
This will be on my bucket list.
I lived in Grand Junction for a while. What you thought was the Grand Mesa was actually Monument Canyon. Mount Garfield is on the North side of town and Grand Mesa is to the east of Palisade. It's a beautiful area that has great weather!
and you called the book cliffs which are in utah not colorado--we always thought of all the area around grand junction as the grand mesa--did a lot of oil field work there years ago
The American people NEED to support this and all train service! It’s really nice to ride and watch .
Hell yeah I will book in upcoming year!!
Great video! My brother and Cousin and I are watching this together! This is actually my second time watching this because its so peaceful to watch and Suzanne remind me of my mother when she was alive. Suzanne is Adventurous, happy, outgoing, and awesome like you Jeb! You both keep up the great work and the awesome smiles! Always a fan!
You need to take the train from Bratislava to Košice in Slovakia, during the day. It's my favorite train trip, takes around 5 hours and showcases all of the various landscapes of Slovakia. It goes by extremely quickly because there is just so much scenery to take in.
Slovakia is beautiful.
Yes rail journeys are beautiful and romantic. Jeb I love your rear shots that show the side profile of the train on a curve - I never tire of those!
I lived in Oregon for 8yrs, but this video showed some of the most stunning scenery and landscaped country I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing your experience on the Rocky Mountaineer.
Grand Junction, CO native here, I hate to break it to you but the Grand Mesa is the mountain to the east of GJ, what you showed there around 23:40ish is the Colorado National Monument. Still, gorgeous. Definitely try some GJ wine, Two Rivers winery is absolutely fantastic if you ever find a bottle!
Another GJ native here. I was just going to comment the same.
Have much enjoyed following your journeys!
Awesome, thank you!!!
My favorite part of that train ride from Denver to Moab Utah is going through those big pretty tall Rocky Mountain in the rookies in Colorado because they have a lot to tunnels that the train goes through!
I'm definitely adding this train trip to my bucket list, what a awesome scenery this train has👍🏽
I lived along Pactolus Rd just short of the Moffat Tunnel for years right on the S Boulder Creek. This area is shown in so many cross-country train videos and it's always good to see my old stomping grounds. There's an old and real stage coach stop in Rollinsville which is the last town before the tunnel. It's been a restaurant, tavern, community center etc over the years. The journey is okay by rail but by car is so much better. It isn't possible to go by car all the way though due to the 'Needle' road being covered with slide material for many years. But leading up to Pine Cliff there are rock formations such as the Indian Chief that are astounding. And the switchbacks are unparalleled. Plus you get to go through Wondervu where there used to be a most wonderful restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine with wonderful views. What is a most glorious portion of the train ride is also just a glorious place to live and sightsee. Not sure how many go through this area now but when I lived there the population was very low. I had friends who lived right at the east portal of the Moffat Tunnel. The railroad people had large train engines partially disassembled laying along the side of the track back at that time. Some of the most massive engines I've ever seen were sitting there.
Beautiful train, good food, panoramic journey
Living in Eastern Colorado, I could see taking my wife on a train like this. We have done the Zephyr from Fort Morgan to Glenwood, but still have never been to Moab and this looks like a comfortable way to go. Thanks Jeb for the amazing video as always!
I think it's worth every penny to take this train on the magnificent vision quest! I'm definitely putting this on my 2023 To-Do List!
I used to live in Denver and many other CO counties. And I seriously want to take this trip. I love a good road trip but I can't imagine anything more relaxing than this. I would love to go through Moffat tunnel. The business with the train cars filled with concrete I thought was really interesting. And the wind does get pretty insane
You can do this on the Zephyr for much cheaper.
@@jdhrap But, as they said, not with all the amentities.
I like driving thru the rockies but never took a train there
I lived in Pueblo, Arvada, and a very small town no one's ever heard of. Lol.
I still love Colorado. Would enjoy the train trip also, have never gone through the Moffatt tunnel. My last trip on a train in Peru I learned that I need to face forward because I got sick. Never been car sick but did on train.
As a kid growing up in Boulder we would ride our bikes south of town about five miles and catch the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad Winter Park Ski Train that stopped there. The train went through the Moffat Tunnel both ways. It was so cool. Kind of creepy because it was so dark and long. We also biked to the east opening of the tunnel to watch the giant door open and the trains come through. Way cool.
I took a road trip from the east coast to the Arizona. We saw these beautiful views, and I will NEVER forget it, and want to go again. I would absolutely love to use this service. It’s a shame so many people don’t know about this and other services. On a side note. I hope the windows are UV protected. I doubt it, but I really want to know. I would be stressing putting on sunblock the entire trip LOL
Now please tell me about the other services you hinted about! thank you!
At a mile in the sky, they'd be foolish to 'not' use UV protected glass, because the Ultraviolet light at that altitude is So intense, that it would destroy those Leather and everything else upholstered in those rail cars,very quickly, so your probably skin safe, while sight seeing!🇺🇲🇨🇦👍
I just watched this on TV, but you can't comment there. The food on this trip looked delicious. I went to Canyonlands and Arches many years ago, and they were the most spectacular scenery I had ever seen, until I saw the Grand Canyon three years ago. I actually cried the first time I saw the Grand Canyon. The video was great and really showed what the trip was like. Thank you.
Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for taking us along
I initially though this was the Canadian version of the Rocky Mountaineer (which I've seen a video of on another RUclips channel). This US version is news to me, and it's great that one can enjoy the mountain scenery on a luxury train without having to cross the Canadian border!
The scenery in Canada is more spectacular, especially the 3 day on the train from Jasper to Vancouver late in the season. It’s the best of the 3 routes! Fred
I don't have a link, but I read an article referring to them expanding in North America.
It's owned by the same Canadian company that runs the Rocky mountaineer in Canada. They started the US service in 2021, hopefully it works out for them.
Jeb, thank you so much for mentioning the light when you were leaving Glenwood Springs. I think far too many people take things like the lighting for granted and miss out on some of the most spectacular things in life. The lighting is where the magic begins.
I hadn't heard of this train or this route. Imagine my surprise when I saw the picture of scenery from the area I grew up, and see a train on what I thought to be an abandoned or rarely used track. Growing up in Moab, I never would have dreamed it would be a tourist train destination.
From Moab also and this was news to me. It looks incredible. I've lived all through these areas Utah/Colorado over the years but seeing it by rail would be a trip to remember
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Yes, it would be cool. I've slept in Glenwood Springs several times, but always in the sleeper of a truck, lol.
As a brit if I was going to make the trip across the pond I think I would opt for Amtrak, you could book a bedroom for the same price as the Rocky Mountaineer. With that said the Banff to Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer is still very much on the bucket list.
The sites you saw really got me for two reasons. First, my love of the west which I grew up in. Second, the years of my life being lost as an older man stuck in Illinois. It makes me cry to see bothe the beauty I'm missing and cry for the years I've lost so far.
I really enjoy your excursions and listening to you and Suzanne interact together! You guys make me laugh! Thx so much for sharing your travels with us! Blessings to you both!
Very well made video Jeb. I have seen over a hundred travel vids in different types of vehicles, land, sea, and air. I found yours to be the best one todate. 5 GOLD STARS to you!
Disfrutando de este viaje virtual aqui en Viña del Mar, Chile un 29 sept 2024. Quiera Dios me de la oportunidad de realizar este viaje en USA y Canada. Amo los trenes. Saludos y gracias por subir estos videos que muestran tal lindos paisajes.
It's really interesting to see a train ride that really is just so focused on the journey and not commutes; I'm from the Netherlands, so every time there was a stop due to a train passing or similar and you guys were stuck waiting and when Suzanne said ''This is just classic train travel, you just kinda sit and enjoy the journey'' it awakened such a Fear in me going ''No WHY are we stopping!!'' haha!
The same with a lot of the slow driving of the train throughout the video, I'm so used to sitting in the train every day to and from school proper dreading every time my train slows down or, heaven forbid, stops entirely!
I bet I'd be much more thankful for the slower pace if I was cruising through that beautiful scenery myself though! Ample time to get nice photos!
the rail experience you're used to only really exists in cities as the metro. theres a few longer commuter rail options out there but they arent nearly as dominant as they are in the EU and UK
In the USA, long distance trains all run on freight rails, single track except for the sidings. Freight is more profitable, so freight trains get the right of way.
This is changing, but very, very slowly. And sometimes politics gets in the way.
That's one of the things about the Gold Leaf cars, they max out the loading gauge on the North American rail network. From what I can see they are like the Gold Star cars in the Alaska Railroad.
We did the Rocky Mountaineer train from Banff to Vancouver in September 2022 - the tour actually started in Calgary and we had a couple of extras thrown in such as Lake Minnewanka and the Athabasca Glacier. The train trip was fabulous - our train had a mix of single and double-decker carriages - we were in a double-decker one (seating on top; restaurant, toilets and large vestibule for window-free photography on the bottom). Twelve hours per day and spectacular scenery. There was even a small chairlift for those who were incapacitated in some way. No-one got drunk - except on the scenery. Food was superb. The inclusion of the US version is a mouth-watering thought and something worth contemplating.
Great video! As a local in the western part of Colorado I would like to clarify that on minute 23:32 is not the Grand Mesa. It is actually the Colorado National Monument. On minute 23:47 you can see the Grand Mesa in the background.
Lol this made me laugh cuz I had to pause the video just to make sure that that was not the Grand Mesa lol
I wondered why you appeared to have whole coaches to yourselves. At $1500 a pop, I think I know. Also know why the bar is so tempting.,
Now try Washington and Oregon…we may not beat Colorado on mountains…but wine…now you’re talking…
Thank you for a great review ! Having travelled on the California Zephyr, in each direction between Denver and Emeryville, which was wonderful, I must now travel on the Rocky Mountaineer. Your review of the onboard service is a real clincher ! Many thanks.
My wife and I did the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff last year, a long delayed (life, Covid, etc.) dream trip for my wife. I'm a bit of a homebody, but she never steered me wrong in traveling. We did Gold Leaf and enjoyed the whole thing thoroughly. Took zillions of pictures, hung out on the vestibule a lot, took advantage of all the amenities. It was rather like a cruise ship experience -- we were taken care of from one end of the journey to the other. The only downside for us was that Banff was blanketed in thick, acrid, mountain-hiding smoke from the wildfires bedeviling Canada then. So we stayed an extra day in Banff and the skies cleared and we could enjoy the sights there. This Rockies to Red Rock trip looks similarly memorable.
Jeb & Suzanne - great video, as always!! Loved riding along with you.
Jeb, I'm secretly in love with your watches. Would love a peek at your complete collection one of these days!!
I came here to comment that we need a "Jeb's watch collection" video!
You and Susan need to get to Vancouver BC and take the Rocky Mountaineer in their Gold Leaf Service - it's absolutely fabulous!
Is Canada open to tourists yet?
That four-second look at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood was nostalgic as my dad Glenn Hopkins owned it in the late '50s, I was the summer life guard at the pool that is no longer there. Teddy Roosevelt stayed there when he was bear hunting, that's how old it is. Memories....
FYI: The Rocky Mountaineer is a Canadian company and the only, exclusively passenger only rail carrier in North America. After operational costs, in 2021, the CRM made just shy of $422 million profit. Not bad considering the operation only runs 5 months of the year
I've done the Vancouver - Jasper - Calgary route three times, and the trip was absolutely mind boggling. The service, food, scenery, amenities and staff were amazing... the total trip, Gold Leaf Service was $13,000 and lasted 12 days. All accommodations, meals and gratuities included.
7.5 stars out of 5 Probably the best vacation I've ever experienced
isnt brightline also passenger-only private
$13,000 ?????? 😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲
$422m profit? I find that hard to belief with total revenues of around $175m.
We took the Rocky Mountaineer in Canada a few years ago, trying out the Gold Leaf service. It was a wonderful trip, despite some delays, but that is to be expected. The food was wonderful and boy do they offer tons of food on the train!
This is my 2nd time watching this video. I would definitely book the Silver Plus level.
Huge fan! I live in Grand Junction but when you said you saw the Grand Mesa, you were filming the Colorado National Monument. They are both amazing! If you ever want to come back and experience Colorado’s wine country, I would love to take you and Suzanne on a tour!!!
I love the train. This looks like a wonderful trip!
I did a Vancouver round trip on the Rocky Mountaineer. I loved my Silver Service. I liked the fact my luggage was waiting in my room every night and we had our keys before we got off the train. Glad you enjoyed your trip.
I feel like I saw more of Suzanne on this trip than in the rest of any videos she's been in with you all put together! You two are great on camera together and I hope we'll see more of both of you in future videos.
I'll be in the US in a couple weeks for my vacation and I'm doing a long-haul three days/two trains from Portland, OR, to Boston, MA, all in coach. A similar trip on the Southwest Chief several years ago did *not* go well but I was already feeling poorly when I did that trip; it'll be great to be taking the Empire Builder and lakeshore Limited in the opposite direction to past trips.
I'd love to see you do a collab video with Mike Downie from DownieLive - his video on the Canadian Rocky mountaineer was great.
Thanks!
Probably, other videos she was the camera girl. Now they made enough money and decided to buy a better equipment!🤣🤣