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Rocky Mountaineer x Moab Music Festival: Sounds in the Southwest

Date Published: 2024-03-27
Last Updated: 2024-10-21

In partnership with the Moab Music Festival, we’re proud to present the Sounds in the Southwest package - an eight-night musical travel experience taking place from September 3 - 11, 2024.  

Set off onboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train on our two-day Rockies to the Red Rocks rail route from Denver, Colorado to Moab, Utah. Spend four nights in Moab immersing yourself in the harmonious fusion of music and nature and explore stunning natural venues nestled among canyon walls, rivers, and towering red rocks. Finally, you will be welcomed back onboard for another two days of awe-inspiring scenery and world-class service. Learn more about what it's like onboard our train here.

This package includes:

  • A round trip Denver Return Journey onboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Plus Service

  • Tickets to 4 Moab Music Festival programs 

  • Transportation to and from concert venues 

  • 8 nights hotel accommodation: 2 nights in Denver, 2 nights in Glenwood Springs, and 4 nights in Moab 

  • 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner onboard Rocky Mountaineer 

  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages onboard Rocky Mountaineer and at concert venues 

  • Exclusive access to the Rocky Mountaineer lounge car, featuring live music entertainment and house-made cocktails  

  • Evening reception at the Red Earth concert with hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine 

  • Brunch receptions at the Floating Concert II and Grotto II concert with pastries, mimosas, and other refreshments

  • Sightseeing tours from our partners at Moab Express Tours in Canyonlands, Dead Horse Point, and Arches National Park 

  • Luggage transfers to and from hotels 

Artists & Programs

Map of Colorado and Utah showing the path that our train takes

Itinerary

This eight-night, nine-day experience takes place from September 3 - 11, 2024. 

  • Day 1: Denver Arrival | Begin your journey with an evening in the mile high city, Denver. Overnight in Denver, Colorado.
  • Day 2: Denver to Glenwood Springs | Depart Denver and travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer. Cross the Continental Divide as you take in the spectacular views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River before arriving at the resort town of Glenwood Springs. Overnight in Glenwood Springs.
  • Day 3: Glenwood Springs to Moab & Red Earth Concert | Depart Glenwood Springs and travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer. Cross the Colorado-Utah border with stunning mountain views in the background. Take an afternoon sightseeing transfer from the train to your hotel, then enjoy an evening concert and reception at the spectacular Red Earth Venue. Overnight in Moab, Utah.
  • Day 4: Grotto Concert | Take a jetboat to a secluded grotto in Canyonland’s National Park for Moab Music Festival's signature event. A brunch reception will be presented before departure. The afternoon and evening are to yourself in downtown Moab. Overnight in Moab, Utah. 
  • Day 5: Music Hike | Begin your day with a scenic, guided hike leading you to a secluded canyon for a concert in an unparalleled natural setting. The afternoon and evening are spent at your leisure. Overnight in Moab, Utah.
  • Day 6: Floating Concert, Canyonlands & Dead Horse Point | Board an open-air boat for a leisurely ride and concert on the Colorado River. Following the concert, enjoy a brunch reception with mimosas, coffee and juices. In the afternoon, venture out to Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point for a guided tour. Overnight in Moab, Utah.
  • Day 7: Arches National Park, Moab to Glenwood Springs | Enjoy a private tour of Arches National Park before boarding Rocky Mountaineer to Glenwood Springs. Overnight in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. 
  • Day 8: Glenwood Springs to Denver | Depart Glenwood Springs onboard the Rocky Mountaineer towards Denver. Overnight in Denver, Colorado.
  • Day 9: Denver Departure | Your journey ends upon checkout from your Denver Hotel.

 

Learn more about Rockies to the Red Rocks

 

To book this package, please call our Sales Center at 1-877-460-3200 for a quote.  

 

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