Explore the Royal Gorge 2002
Explore the Royal Gorge
with Cables, Planks, Rails & Rapids! 2002 brings the teaming of three of Colorado’s premier attractions exclusively for Tour Operators. The Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, and Dvorak Expeditions are now offering the ultimate Royal Gorge Exploration package!
Cables
The aerial tram, located at the royal Gorge Bridge and Park glides across the granite canyon of the Royal Gorge. Built in 1068, the cables span 2200 feet at a height of 1178 feet above the raging waters of the Arkansas River.
Planks
The Royal Gorge Bridge and Park offer the world’s highest suspension bridge. Built in 1929, it crosses a massive granite gorge and the Arkansas River. It is 1,053 feet (331 meters) high, and stretches a quarter of a mile over the Royal Gorge of Colorado. The bridge’s main span is 880 feet with tower’s 150 feet high. Planks?-1292 planks make up the deck of the bridge!
Rails
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad follows the most famous portion of the old Denver and Rio Grande Western train line through he Royal Gorge. The 1-1/2 hour train ride takes passengers on an unforgettable journey over the famous Hanging Bridge, which clings precariously to the steep granite walls of the Royal Gorge. Groups will also experience the world’s steepest incline railroad ascending to the rim of the Royal Gorge aboard the Incline Railway after deboarding the train.
Rapids
The Arkansas River is America’s most popular river for whitewater rafting. Experience class II to V rapids according to your ability and experience with Dvorak’s. Your group will meet at Dvorak’s Private River Center located jus off Highway 50 in Parkdale, Co
The Ultimate Royal Gorge Group Package -Meet At Dvorak’s Kayaking and Rafting Expedition headquarters in Parkdale for an orientation followed by transportation to Canon City.
-Board the Royal Gorge Route Railroad at the Santa Fe Depot for a spectacular train ride through he Royal Gorge.
Deboard the drain at the famous “hanging Bridge,” then ascend to the rim of the Royal Gorge by incline railway where you will explore all the wonders of the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park.
– You will then be transported to the “put-in” for your rafting expedition with Dvorak’s fro the rafting adventure of a lifetime!
– Groups will depart Dvorak’s at 8:15 AM for this all day package
– Total rate for “Cables, Planks, Rails and Rafting” combo: $81.00
– Reservations required. All reservations and monies are collected by Dvorak Expeditions, Inc.
Please call: 719-569-6851 or 800-824-3795 for reservations and information. Minimum tour size: 12