Luxury train Canyon Spirit is expanding its Rockies to the Red Rocks route to include Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2026 / Credit: Armstrong Collective
Canyon Spirit, previously operating under the Rocky Mountaineer brand since 2021, is the new name for Armstrong Collective’s luxury train in the American Southwest. This rebranding highlights the company’s commitment to providing unforgettable train journeys through some of the region’s most captivating landscapes, including rugged river canyons, red rock formations, and the Colorado River.
New Three-Day Rail Journey
The Salt Lake City route is available in 2026 and will operate in addition to the existing two-day Rockies to the Red Rocks route. This new train route will connect Denver, Colorado with Salt Lake City over three scenic travel days and will include overnight stops in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, and Moab, Utah. The additional day of train travel will traverse the mountain passes of eastern Utah and the open vistas of the Great Basin, while connecting to the urban hub of Salt Lake City.
Highlights of the Train Experience
Passengers aboard the Canyon Spirit will enjoy exclusive service from onboard hosts who provide rich, historic storytelling about the regions traversed by the train. The experience is further elevated with gourmet dining options featuring locally sourced and regionally inspired dishes, paired with local beers, wines, and spirits for an authentic taste of the Southwest.
Schedule and Pricing
The new three-day Rockies to the Red Rocks Extension journey will begin operating on April 21, 2026. It will travel weekly with one westbound departure from Denver and one eastbound departure from Salt Lake City. The three-day rail journey, including overnight hotel accommodation in Glenwood Springs and Moab, will start at $2,123 USD plus tax, per person.
About Canyon Spirit
Canyon Spirit, known for luxurious and curated train experiences, has transitioned from the Rocky Mountaineer brand as part of the newly formed parent company, Armstrong Collective. With over 35 years of experience and having welcomed more than 2.3 million guests on its rail routes in Western Canada, this family-owned company is renowned for providing inspiring train journeys through some of the world’s most stunning natural destinations.
Tristan Armstrong, CEO of the Armstrong Collective, expressed his enthusiasm: “We could not be more excited to bring our Canyon Spirit train to Salt Lake City and to further extend our Rockies to the Red Rocks route into the picturesque state of Utah. Although our train’s name is evolving, our commitment to world-class service and unparalleled onboard experiences remains unchanged.”
