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New Grand National Parks Discovery on the California Zephyr®

GRAND NATIONAL PARKS DISCOVERY ON THE CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR

13 DAYS/12 NIGHTS FROM $4,399

Denver Rocky Mountain National Park Grand Junction Arches and Canyonlands National Parks Zion National Park Capitol Reef and Bryce Canyon National Parks Springdale Grand Junction Salt Lake City Yellowstone National Park San Francisco Yosemite National Park

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park • Sightseeing tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks • Sightseeing tour of Zion National Park • Sightseeing tour of Capitol Reef and Bryce Canyon

National Parks • Sightseeing tour of Yellowstone National Park • Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park • One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Denver to Grand Junction; Grand Junction to Salt Lake City; Salt Lake

City to San Francisco on the California Zephyr® • Roundtrip transfers from Grand Junction to Springdale • Roundtrip transfers from Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone • 1 meal included (1 dinner) • 11 nights hotel accommodations; 1 night onboard Amtrak

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DENVER

Welcome to Denver! This scenic metropolis offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. There is much to see and do, like Red Rocks Park, the Denver Art Museum, Denver Zoo and more. Embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park, which features some awesome highlights. Enjoy a picnic lunch, view wildlife, see the continental divide and see the Stanley Hotel. There is also an optional hike you can take. (Overnight in Denver at Clarion Hotel Denver Central)

GRAND JUNCTION

Board the iconic California Zephyr train to Grand Junction, where you’ll spend the day at your leisure. Stroll along Riverfront Trail, enjoy farm-to-table cuisine, go hiking or fishing, play a round of golf or shop the boutiques. (Overnight in Grand Junction at the Grand Vista Hotel)

ARCHES AND CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARKS

Ready to explore Arches and Canyonlands National Parks? Highlights include the Colorado River, multiple iconic arches, rock pinnacles, spires and much more. Following the tour, you’ll be transferred to Springdale. (Overnight in Springdale at Best Western Plus Zion Canyon Inn & Suites)

ZION NATIONAL PARK

Highlights of your tour of Zion are Court of the Patriarchs, Emerald Pools, Weeping Rock, Temple of Sinawava and the Grotto. After your tour, you’ll be transferred back to Springdale. (Overnight in Springdale at Best Western Plus Zion Canyon Inn & Suites)

CAPITOL REEF AND BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS

Transfer to Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef National Parks en route to Grand Junction. See the distinctive hoodoos, bristlecone pine trees and views from Sunrise, Sunset and Inspiration Points. In Capitol Reef, explore the mesmerizing cliffs, hidden arches and sandstone domes. Back in Grand Junction, spend your evening on your own. (Overnight in Grand Junction at Grand Vista Hotel)

SALT LAKE CITY

Board your train to Salt Lake City. When you arrive, check into your hotel for a good night’s rest. (Overnight in Salt Lake City at Little America Hotel Salt Lake City)

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Travel to West Yellowstone in the morning. After you arrive in the early evening, you can settle into your hotel for a good night’s sleep. Tour Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Hayden Valley and Yellowstone Lake as part of the experience. There is no place on Earth like Yellowstone National Park. (Overnight in West Yellowstone at Yellowstone Park Hotel)

OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Transfer back to Salt Lake City for your included dinner before travelling on your own to the Amtrak station to board your overnight train to beautiful San Francisco! (Overnight onboard Amtrak) D

SAN FRANCISCO

Spend the evening at your leisure exploring the city. (Overnight in San Francisco Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf)

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy your ride out to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco! Experience the park’s legendary landmarks, views and history. See El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, Inspiration Point, Half Dome and Yosemite Village from a unique perspective and learn all about the park’s history. Later, transfer back to San Francisco for your final night’s stay. (Overnight in San Francisco Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf)

YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO Roomette $125 Bedroom $300

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DEPARTURES DOUBLE

January $4,399 February–March $4,449 April $4,949 May $5,099 June $5,399 July $5,549 August $5,399 September $5,349 October $5,199 December $4,599

Legend for meals: B – Breakfast, BR – Brunch, L – Lunch, D – Dinner

Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Prices do not include rail from your hometown. All reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodations, unless otherwise noted. Upgrades to Roomette or Bedroom accommodations onboard Amtrak are available. Alternative hotels may be available.

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