Rocky Mountains

The big strategy for the day was trying to get into the observation car for the scenic highlight of the 2 day journey - crossing the Rocky Mountains. That involved having a 6.30 breakfast and then going straight to the car and staying put. We did nip out for some fresh air (and a photo or two) while the train stopped for an hour in Denver.

If I was to be picky I would say that the scenery was possibly not as good as it might have been although having spent some time in the Alps and the Himalayas I was probably being a bit harsh. Certainly the train was a lovely way to see it. Trains here go much slower than the UK & Europe, the corners are much tighter, and the observation car is lovely.

All in all a great day.

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