It was clear and sunny—a far cry from the forecasted rain—and we were extremely grateful for the beautiful day. During some sections of the ride we were close to the river, and in other parts, the river was far below us, at the bottom of the gorge. And even on the steep, rocky walls of the canyon, there were always evergreen trees poking out between the rocks and scrub. And in the near distance we could see beautiful snow-capped peaks.

Signs on the train warned passengers to keep all body parts inside the train lest you leave any parts behind, you know, parts that you’d want to take home with you. ;-)