GET ON TRACK IN UTAH

In August, the famous Rocky Mountaineer began a new two-day rail route through the American Rockies between Denver in Colorado and Moab in Utah, travelling along the Colorado River.

Brits visiting in November will be amongst some of the first people to experience the epic route through striking mountains and steep rock canyons – some only accessible by road or river. Admire the scenery from glassdome coaches and enjoy regional cuisine.

Fewer domestic tourists at this time of year will also make it much easier to access national parks.

HOW: American Sky (americansky.co.uk; 01342 331 798) offers a 14-day Self-Drive Utah Mighty Five + Rockies to the Red Rocks by Rail itinerary, which travels onwards from Moab to explore Utah’s

spectacular national parks. Prices from £2,849 per person room-only (two sharing), including car hire and flights.

Bryce Canyon National Park and, below, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah