Amtrak Vacations Brochure - Australia

RAIL HOLIDAYS

USA & Canada • 2023 - 2024

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DID YOU KNOW?

You can begin your rail holiday from any of the 500+ Amtrak Stations.

WHY TRAVEL WITH AMTRAK VACATIONS®?

Bucket List Experience

The journey will be the highlight of your holiday as you discover landscapes and scenery only accessible by train.

Room to Roam

Get up, stretch your legs and enjoy all the train has to offer, including dramatic views of the passing scenery from the Lounge Car.

Satisfy Your Hunger

Enjoy onboard dining options or grab a quick bite in the snack car while on your scenic journey to your next destination.

City to City Service

Amtrak® brings you right to the heart of your destination, so you can maximize your time and save money.

Customisable Packages

With daily departures from any of the 500+ Amtrak stations, we’ll help you organize the perfect train holiday.

Hassle-Free

Sit back, relax and let our Rail specialists do the planning for you, including scheduling your rail, hotels, activities and more.

WHICH RAIL HOLIDAY IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

National Parks

America’s national parks are truly amazing sights to behold, and taking the train is the perfect way to get up close and personal with these national treasures. Some of the most scenic train routes travel to and through the national parks, providing unprecedented access to views not reachable by car. We can also schedule hotel accommodation inside the park and special tours and activities to help make your national park train holiday an experience you’ll never forget.

Coast to Coast

Journeying Coast to Coast across North America onboard a long-distance Amtrak train is truly one of the greatest travel experiences in the world. Onboard, take in the breathtaking passing landscapes en route to the most sought after cities, national parks, and landmarks.

Famous Routes

Explore some of the most famous train routes throughout America! Select a route to see what holidays are available along it and what popular destinations that route can take you to.

Multiple National Parks

Visit some of the top National Parks in the US for an unforgettable, bucket list experience to the most scenic and serene places. Gaze at Old Faithful Geyser erupting, travel along Going-to-the-sun Road on a vintage open top motorcoach, witness the beauty of the Grand Canyon, one of the seven Natural wonders of the world. Having trouble picking which national park to visit? No worries, you can visit multiple parks all in one epic rail holiday!

Roundtrip Holidays

Make the journey roundtrip and begin and end your holiday at any of the 500+ Amtrak stations across the US. We can make any of our holidays roundtrip from your preferred location!

Rail Experiences

Rail Experiences are all about the journey — and the destination. Be amazed by the spirit of America when you travel along iconic Amtrak train routes to some of the country’s most popular destinations. Learn more about traveling by train and get the full experience of riding the rails with these packages, many of which include overnights onboard.

Alaska Rail and Sail

Combine the best of land and sea travel with our Rail and Sail Holiday! We can customise your Rail and Sail itinerary with pre- and post-cruise transportation and accommodation for the ultimate in flexibility and convenience. Enjoy the comfort of riding the rails with the luxury of an Alaskan Cruise for the adventure of a lifetime!

GRAND NATIONAL PARKS WITH YELLOWSTONE, YOSEMITE AND THE GRAND CANYON ROUNDTRIP

DAY 1: LOS ANGELES > SAN FRANCISCO

Board the Coast Starlight to San Francisco at Union Station. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 2: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Take a breathtaking tour to Yosemite National Park! Experience all the park is famous for - rocky peaks such as El Capitan, abundant pine forest, rushing waterfalls, a variety of wildlife and more. Then, return to San Francisco (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Board your train for an overnight train ride to Salt Lake City. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: SALT LAKE CITY

Upon arrival in Salt Lake City, check into your hotel. Then spend some time enjoying the city’s main attractions, including the state capital. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park

• Roundtrip transfer from Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone

• Roundtrip service in Coach accommodations on the Grand Canyon Railway

• Sightseeing tour of the Grand Canyon

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Los Angeles to San Francisco; San Francisco to Salt Lake City; Salt Lake City to Chicago; Chicago to Williams; Williams to Los Angeles in Coach accommodations on the Coast Starlight®, California Zephyr® and Southwest Chief®

• 9 nights hotel accommodations; 4 nights onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)

DAYS 5-6: YELLOWSTONE

Take your included shuttle to Yellowstone and upon your arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy the evening. On day 6, experience the majesty of the park with an included tour that stops at many landmarks, such as Old Faithful. (Overnight in West Yellowstone)

DAY 7: SALT LAKE CITY

Take a shuttle back to Salt Lake City and spend the evening at your own pace. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

DAY 8: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Board the California Zephyr to Chicago. Enjoy views of the Moffat Tunnel, Glenwood Canyons and the Midwest plains. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 9: CHICAGO

Welcome to the Chicago! Visit Skydeck Chicago, Navy Pier, Millennium Park and more! (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 10: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Travel to Union Station and board the Southwest Chief to the Grand Canyon. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 11: WILLIAMS

Welcome to Williams! Known as the ‘Gateway to the Grand Canyon.’ (Overnight in Williams)

DAY 12: GRAND CANYON

Have breakfast at the Fred Harvey Restaurant then board the Grand Canyon Railway to the South Rim for a sightseeing tour. (Overnight at Grand Canyon)

DAY 13: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Continue exploring the Grand Canyon then return to Williams on the Grand Canyon Railway. Dinner is included this evening at the hotel before boarding the train. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) D

DAY 14: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LOS ANGELES

AMERICA’S NATIONAL PARKS WITH SAN FRANCISCO

13 DAYS

Denver > Rocky Mountain National Park > Moab

> Arches and Canyonlands National Parks > Salt Lake City

> Yellowstone National Park > San Francisco

DAYS 1-2: DENVER

Welcome to Denver! Check into your hotel and settle in. Then, explore the city. On day 2, experience Rocky Mountain National Park, celebrated for its wildlife and spectacular vistas! On your journey back, enjoy photo opportunities and a stop for refreshments. (Overnight in Denver)

DAY 3: DENVER > MOAB

Travel to the Amtrak station and board the California Zephyr for one of the most beautiful train trips in all of North America. As you climb through the heart of the Rockies and further west through the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas, you may find it hard to disagree. After your arrival, your transfer will take you to your hotel in Moab. (Overnight in Moab)

DAY 4: ARCHES AND CANYONLANDS

NATIONAL PARKS

Today you’ll have a full-day tour of two spectacular national parks: Arches and Canyonlands. Arches National Park is a geological treasure featuring 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world famous Delicate Arch.

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Salt Lake City and Yellowstone National Park

• Roundtrip transfers between Salt Lake City and Yellowstone

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco

• San Francisco CityPASS® including California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco Bay Cruise, Aquarium of the Bay OR The Walt Disney Family and much more!

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Denver to Green River; Green River to Salt Lake City; and Salt Lake City to San Francisco onboard the California Zephyr®

• 11 nights hotel accommodations, 1 night onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (2 dinners)

The park’s rich colors, textures, and landforms highlight the extraordinary balanced rocks, fins, and pinnacles. Canyonlands National Park offers a stunning landscape filled with countless canyons, mesas, and buttes, carved by the mighty Green and Colorado rivers. Experience the park from the astounding Island in the Sky, a scenic drive that follows the rim of the mesa and offers amazing views. (Overnight in Moab)

DAY 5: MOAB > SALT LAKE CITY

Travel to the Amtrak station and board the train to Salt Lake City. Take in the unparalleled views of Utah’s gorgeous Wasatch Mountains as you head west on the California Zephyr. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

DAY 6: SALT LAKE CITY

Salt Lake City is yours to explore today. Your included tour will bring you to many points of interest such as Temple Square and the Mormon Tabernacle, as well as providing amazing background on the city dating back to its founding by settlers in the 19th Century. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

DAYS 7-8: SALT LAKE CITY > YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Take your included shuttle to West Yellowstone, widely held to be the first national park in the world. On day 8, enjoy a tour of the Lower Loop, which includes Old Faithful, Isa Lake and many more amazing attractions. (Overnight in West Yellowstone)

DAY 9: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Your shuttle will take you back to Salt Lake City where you will board the train heading to San Francisco. (Overnight onboard Amtrak.)

DAYS 10-11: SAN FRANCISCO

Today’s train journey travels through the American West before arriving in the “City by the Bay.” On day 11, use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to visit Golden Gate Park, Chinatown, Pier 39, Union Square and other landmarks. Your included CityPASS also provides some amazing admissions for activities like a visit to the California Academy of Sciences or a sightseeing cruise around the harbor. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 12: SAN FRANCISCO

Continue using your hop-on, hop-off tour and CityPASS to experience San Francisco at your own pace. Relax tonight with an included dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 13: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

YELLOWSTONE TO YOSEMITE BY RAIL

11 DAYS

Chicago > Salt Lake City > Yellowstone National Park

> San Francisco > Yosemite National Park

DAYS 1-2: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Start your trip with your multi-day hop-on, hopoff sightseeing tour. On day 2, enjoy your included dinner at a popular restaurant in the city. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK®

Travel to Chicago’s Union Station and board Amtrak to Salt Lake City. Enjoy America’s majestic landscapes as you travel through the Great Plains. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: SALT LAKE CITY

Upon your arrival in Salt Lake City, you will travel on your own to your hotel for a relaxing evening. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

DAY 5: SALT LAKE CITY > YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Board your included transfer service that will take you to West Yellowstone. After you arrive in the early evening, you can settle into your hotel for a good night’s sleep. (Overnight in West Yellowstone)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• Sightseeing tour of Yellowstone National Park’s Lower Loop

• Sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City

• Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Salt Lake City; Salt Lake City to San Francisco on the California Zephyr®

• Roundtrip transfer from Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone

• 8 nights hotel accommodations; 2 nights onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (2 dinners)

DAY 6: YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Yellowstone’s lower loop. Highlights of this tour include Old Faithful Geyser, the Old Faithful Inn, Isa Lake on the Continental Divide, and many more stunning landmarks. (Overnight in West Yellowstone)

DAY 7: YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK > SALT LAKE CITY

Today, take a leisurely drive back to Salt Lake City aboard the included transfer. Spend the evening at your own pace enjoying all that the city has to offer. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

DAY 8: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Visit Temple Square and Liberty Park on your Salt Lake City tour. Then, enjoy dinner with a view before boarding your train to San Francisco. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 9: SAN FRANCISCO

At Emeryville Station, you will board your included transfer to San Francisco. The evening is yours to start exploring the “City by the Bay.” (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 10: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

The drive to Yosemite will offer stunning scenery of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains and lush Central Valley. In the park, you’ll have free time to hike and shop. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 11: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

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DAY 1: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome to beautiful San Francisco! Today the day will be spent traveling on your own. Check in to your hotel and begin exploring this City by the Bay.

(Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 2: SAN FRANCISCO

Today will be a day packed with sightseeing with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour that will take you to all of San Francisco’s most popular attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, the Japanese Tea Garden, Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, Haight Ashbury, the Palace of Fine Arts, and so much more! Feel free to hope on and off at any of the 27 featured stops to discover the city at your own leisure. There is plenty to experience! Who knows, you may even stumble upon some hidden gems and local favorites! (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Continue your journey eastbound onboard Amtrak toward Denver.

(Overnight onboard Amtrak)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco

• Sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park

• Admission to Skydeck Chicago

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Denver; Denver to Chicago on the California Zephyr®

• 6 nights hotel accommodations; 2 nights onboard Amtrak

DAY 4: DENVER

When you arrive in the “Mile High City” of Denver, Colorado, check into your hotel. Then, the remainder of the day and evening is yours to explore on your own. Located at the base of the mesmerizing Rocky Mountains, this vibrant city invites you to take in the sights and discover the best it has to offer. Visit Red Rocks Park, the Denver Art Museum, the Denver Zoo, and so much more! (Overnight in Denver)

DAY 5: ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Experience the majestic splendor of the Rocky Mountains on a small group day tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. Widely celebrated for its abundance of wildlife and spectacular views, Rocky Mountain National Park will make you feel like you’re on top of the world! Enjoy an included picnic lunch and several photo opportunities before heading back to your hotel for the evening. (Overnight in Denver)

DAY 6: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Continue your journey eastbound onboard Amtrak toward Chicago. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 7: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! This is an international city where art, culture, and history collide to offer you one of the most unique vacations. From gorgeous architecture to delicious cuisine, intriguing history, and worldclass entertainment, the Windy City has it all! After you check into your hotel, the entire rest of the day and evening is yours to explore on your own. Make sure to visit the Skydeck with your included admission. No trip to Chicago would be complete without taking in the 360-degree views from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 8: CHICAGO

Spend today discovering the most popular attractions throughout the city with your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Enjoy many different stops, including the iconic Centennial Wheel on the Navy Pier, visit Millennium Park, John Hancock Tower, Magnificent Mile, and so much more! (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CHICAGO

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

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DAY 1: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Make the most of your time in the ‘Windy City’ exploring all the top attractions in this friendly, vibrant city. Take a walk down Magnificent Mile, discovering the many shops and restaurants that line the boulevard. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 2: CHICAGO

Continue exploring Chicago at your leisure today. Be sure to stop by the iconic attractions Chicago has to offer, like the Skydeck Chicago, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, 360 Chicago, and much more. Take your included architecture river cruise and learn about the fascinating history of the impressive buildings that line the river. Dinner this evening at a popular restaurant in Chicago is included. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Head to Chicago’s Union Station and board the Southwest Chief for your overnight journey west to the Grand Canyon. Enjoy the scenery as you travel through the Great Plains and into the sprawling desert landscapes of New Mexico and Arizona the following day. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: WILLIAMS

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing architecture cruise of Chicago*

• Sightseeing tour of the Grand Canyon

• Sightseeing tour of movie stars’ homes in Los Angeles

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Los Angeles

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Williams; Williams to Los Angeles on the Southwest Chief®

• Roundtrip in Coach accommodations on the Grand Canyon Railway Train

• 7 nights hotel accommodations; 2 nights onboard Amtrak

• 3 meals included (1 breakfast, 2 dinners)

*During the off season (November - April) the architecture cruise of Chicago will be replaced with a one-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour.

Wake up to spectacular scenery and a relaxing day on the train. Arrive into Williams, AZ this evening and spend the night in this nature lover’s paradise before heading into the Grand Canyon tomorrow. (Overnight in Williams)

DAY 5: GRAND CANYON

Enjoy breakfast at the Fred Harvey Restaurant this morning before boarding the Grand Canyon Railway for your journey to the Canyon. This classic train ride runs through the largest expanse of ponderosa pine forest views of some charming Southwest scenery. The train ends at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Formed over millions of years, the waters of the Colorado River have carved the Canyon into one of the wonders of the natural world. Your included tour picks you up from the South Rim and takes you all around for sightseeing while your guide provides a wealth of fascinating information about the area. The views are absolutely spectacular! You will stay this evening at the South Rim. (Overnight at the Grand Canyon)

DAY 6: GRAND CANYON

Enjoy the day at your leisure today in the Grand Canyon. Relax by the Canyon and just enjoy the atmosphere. Take some time to visit some local attractions such as the historic Hopi House and the sprawling Visitor’s Center. (Overnight at the Grand Canyon)

DAY 7: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Today, take the scenic Grand Canyon Railway train from South Rim back to Williams for your train journey to Los Angeles. Before departing, enjoy dinner at the Fred Harvey Restaurant. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 8: LOS ANGELES

Welcome to Los Angeles! Get ready to tour the entire ‘City of Angels’ on your hop-on, hop-off tour today. See iconic landmarks, like the Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, the Walk of Fame, Paramount Studios, and many more LA hot spots. Be sure to keep your eyes open because you very well may spot a celebrity or two! (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 9: LOS ANGELES

Enjoy the day at your leisure in sunny Los Angeles. Continue discovering the sights you haven’t yet seen with your hop-on, hop-off tour. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 10: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LOS ANGELES

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DAY 1 CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Spend some free time exploring all this amazing city has to offer. Take a walk down the Magnificent Mile for world class shopping, dining, and attractions. Head to the architectural wonder Millennium Park. Stop by Navy Pier for tasty food and great views of the city. The Windy City is truly one of a kind. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 2 CHICAGO

Enjoy a sightseeing architectural cruise of the Chicago harbour. Experienced and entertaining tour guides will recount the dramatic story of Chicago’s rise from the Great Fire of 1871 and how the Windy City became the home of the skyscraper and the cradle of modern American architecture. Enjoy your included dinner this evening at a popular Chicago restaurant. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 3 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK®

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing architecture cruise of Chicago

• Two Medicine Valley Boat Cruise of Glacier National Park*

• Big Sky Circle Tour of Glacier National Park*

• Admission to the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden & Glass Exhibit

• Sightseeing city tour of Seattle

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Glacier National Park and Glacier National Park to Seattle onboard the Empire Builder®

• 7 nights hotel accommodations; 2 nights onboard Amtrak

• 1 meal included (1 dinner)

Welcome to Glacier National Park, home to two different mountain ranges, 130 lakes, 1,000 species of plants, and 16,000 square miles of protected land. Enjoy the mountain air during your short walk to the iconic Glacier Park Lodge, where you can settle in for a good night’s rest. (Overnight in Glacier National Park)

DAY 5 GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

Today, you’ll explore the serene sights of Glacier National Park on a scenic boat cruise of Two Medicine Valley. Enjoy a relaxing cruise while listening to the Blackfoot Indian folklore surrounding this gorgeous area. The Two Medicine Valley boat cruise will take your breath away! (Overnight in Glacier National Park)

DAY 6 GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

Today, you will continue exploring Glacier National Park on the Big Sky Circle Tour. Drive over the breathtaking Maria’s Pass. Enjoy the local wildlife at Goat Lick. Venture along the Going-to-the-Sun Road, a windy-mountain thoroughfare that spans 50 miles through the park. After your tour, you’ll return to Glacier Park Lodge for your final night’s stay. (Overnight in Glacier National Park)

DAY 7 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Enjoy a relaxing morning at the Glacier Park Lodge before transferring on your own to the East Glacier Station and boarding Amtrak to Seattle. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 8 SEATTLE

Welcome to Seattle! Get to know the “Emerald City” and begin exploring at your leisure. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 9 SEATTLE

On your guided tour visits landmarks, including Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, the waterfront, and more. Today, also includes admission to the Space Needle Observation Deck and Chihuly Garden and Glass museum. The Space Needle is the most iconic structure in the city and from the 520foot high observation deck, you’ll get stunning views of Mt. Rainier, the lights of downtown Seattle, and Elliott Bay. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 10 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SEATTLE

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

DAY 1: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome to San Francisco! Check into your hotel and spend the day and evening exploring the City by the Bay—one of the most vibrant, diverse and beautiful cities in North America. There’s so much to see, do, discover and eat and drink before your cross-country train journey. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAYS 2-3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Today, you will board Amtrak’s California Zephyr for your trip east to Chicago. Take in the gorgeous landscape of the American countryside, the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas and the heart of the Rocky Mountains along this leisurely ride! (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! This afternoon check into your hotel and then take the afternoon to explore Chicago on your own. Known for its iconic architecture and culture, there is plenty to experience in Chicago. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 5: CHICAGO

Today you will continue to take in the best of what the Windy City has to offer. Your Chicago CityPASS gives you access to some of the most popular attractions in “Chi-Town,” like Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum and the Skydeck. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAYS 6-7: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

This afternoon you will board Amtrak’s famous Empire Builder for your trip across the top of our country towards Seattle. Settle in for one of the most scenic train rides in the country, marvel at the stunning views of the Missouri River, the beautiful North Dakota plains, “Big Sky” Country and of Glacier National Park. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 8: SEATTLE

Welcome to Seattle! The “Emerald City” is full of gorgeous sights just waiting for you to discover! Upon your arrival, you will travel to your hotel to drop off your luggage. Then, the rest of the day is yours to explore all Seattle has to offer. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 9: SEATTLE

Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to see some of Seattle’s most popular sights! Your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour will connect you to downtown attractions such as Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden & Glass, Seattle Center, Seattle’s Waterfront and more!

(Overnight in Seattle)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour Seattle*

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco

• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Chicago; Chicago to Seattle; and Seattle to San Francisco onboard the California Zephyr®, the Empire Builder® and Coast Starlight®

• 6 nights hotel accommodations; 5 nights onboard Amtrak

*Seattle Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour is seasonal. Seattle CityPASS will be included in the off-season. The Seattle CityPASS includes admission to the Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour, Museum of Pop Culture or Woodland Park Zoo, and Pacific Science Center or Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit.

DAY 10: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

This morning, board Amtrak’s Coast Starlight for your trip back to San Francisco. Sit back and relax as the train makes its way past the Cascade Mountain Range and through the hills and mountains of the Northwest. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 11: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome back to the unforgettable city of San Francisco! Check into your hotel and begin using your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to visit all the iconic landmarks and attractions you didn’t get the opportunity to experience on day 1 of your rail holiday. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 12: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

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HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing city tour of New Orleans

• Monuments by Moonlight tour in Washington, D.C.

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Seattle*

• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Los Angeles to New Orleans on the Sunset Limited®; from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. on the Crescent®; from Washington, D.C. to Chicago on the Capitol Limited®; from Chicago to Seattle on the Empire Builder®; and from Seattle to Los Angeles on the Coast Starlight®.

• 6 nights hotel accommodations; 7 nights onboard Amtrak

*Seattle hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour is seasonal. Seattle CityPASS® will be included in the off-season. The Seattle CityPASS includes admission to the Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour, Museum of Pop Culture or Woodland Park Zoo, and Pacific Science Center or Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit.

DAY 7: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Check out of your hotel and board the Capitol Limited to Chicago. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 8: CHICAGO

Arrive in Chicago and check into your hotel before using your hop-on, hopoff tour. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 9: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Spend the morning sightseeing before boarding the train to Seattle. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 10: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Wake up and enjoy the amazing views outside your window, including Glacier National Park’s landscapes. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 11: SEATTLE

Welcome to Seattle. Check into your hotel and prepare for a fun couple of days in “the Emerald City.” (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 12: SEATTLE

DAYS 1-2: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Board Amtrak in Los Angeles to New Orleans. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 3: NEW ORLEANS

Upon arrival in New Orleans, check into your hotel and start discovering “the Big Easy.” (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 4: NEW ORLEANS

Take a guided sightseeing tour of New Orleans. See the French Quarter and the iconic bayous. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 5: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Check out of your hotel and board Amtrak’s Crescent to Washington, D.C. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 6: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Welcome to Washington, D.C.! Check into your hotel and visit a Smithsonian museum, the Capital Building and the White House. Tonight, enjoy a Monuments by Moonlight tour. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

See Seattle with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour! (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 13: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Check out of your hotel and travel on your own to the Amtrak station to board the famous Coast Starlight to Los Angeles. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 14: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LOS ANGELES

GREAT AMERICAN MAJESTIC LANDSCAPES FROM SAN FRANCISCO

DAY 1: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome to San Francisco! Upon arrival, check in and then the rest of the day is yours to spend getting to know the “City by the Bay.” (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 2: SAN FRANCISCO > NAPA VALLEY

Enjoy a full day touring two of the country’s most famous wine growing regions: Napa and Sonoma. After returning to San Francisco this evening, enjoy dinner at one of San Francisco’s waterfront restaurants. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Depart this morning for a scenic journey east onboard Amtrak to Denver. That journey takes you through the Sierra Nevada mountains, across the vast open spaces of Nevada and Utah, and on into the Rocky Mountains. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: DENVER

This evening you’ll arrive in Denver and travel on your own to your hotel. The evening is free for dinner or for you to explore this wonderful city at night. (Overnight in Denver)

DAY 5: ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Today you will venture out on a full-day sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park! Take in the views of the majestic Rocky Mountain range, capture pictures of wildlife and drive over Berthoud Pass.

(Overnight in Denver)

DAY 6: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Today is free for you to explore Denver at your own pace. Later in the afternoon, make your way to the train station where your rail journey will continue. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 7: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Take a leisurely stroll through the architectural wonder that is Millennium Park or enjoy world class shopping along the Magnificent Mile. This evening, enjoy an included dinner at a local, popular restaurant. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 8: CHICAGO

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing tour of Napa and Sonoma

• Sightseeing tour of Rocky Mountain National Park

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• Chicago CityPASS®

• Hop-on, hop-on sightseeing tour of New York City

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Denver; Denver to Chicago; Chicago to New York City on the California Zephyr® and Lake Shore Limited®

• 8 nights hotel accommodations; 3 nights onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals (2 dinners)

# of nights in a HOTEL

# of nights on the TRAIN

Today, your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour will take you to all the popular landmarks. Use your Chicago CityPASS for included admission to the Shedd Aquarium, SkyDeck Chicago, the Field Museum and more. Or, you can use your pass to explore the Art Institute of Chicago and 360 Chicago. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 9: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Continue exploring the city with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. This evening, board the Lake Shore Limited to New York City. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 10: NEW YORK CITY

Welcome to New York City! Check into your hotel and then the evening is yours to begin exploring of one of the world’s favorite cities. (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 11: NEW YORK CITY

Today enjoy a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour which includes stops at Central Park, Rockefeller Plaza, the Theater District, Times Square and many more! There are so many amazing things to do and see in the Big Apple! (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 12: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NEW YORK CITY

GREAT AMERICAN SOUTHERN TRAIL 17

DAYS

Los Angeles > San Antonio > New Orleans > Atlanta

> Washington, D.C. > New York City

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing city tour of Los Angeles and New Orleans

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Antonio and New York City

• Admission to Tower of the Americas and San Antonio River Walk Boat Cruise

• Atlanta CityPASS®*

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Washington, D.C.

• Monuments by Moonlight Tour in Washington, D.C.

• Admission to the Top of the Rock

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Los Angeles to San Antonio; San Antonio to New Orleans; New Orleans to Atlanta; Atlanta to Washington, D.C.; and Washington, D.C. to New York on the Sunset Limited®, Crescent® and Northeast Regional®

• 13 nights hotel accommodations; 3 nights onboard Amtrak

• 1 meal (1 brunch)

Aquarium;

DAY 8: NEW ORLEANS

# of nights in a HOTEL # of nights on the TRAIN

Absorb the sights and sounds of the “Crescent City” on a guided tour of the French Quarter and the beautiful Garden District. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 9: NEW ORLEANS

Have brunch at a historic restaurant in the French Quarter. The rest of the day is free. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 10: NEW ORLEANS > ATLANTA

Travel to the Amtrak station for your train to Atlanta. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for a good night’s rest. (Overnight in Atlanta)

DAY 11: ATLANTA

Experience the capital of Georgia with your CityPASS. (Overnight in Atlanta)

DAY 13: WASHINGTON, D.C.

DAY 1: LOS ANGELES

Welcome to Los Angeles! Check into your hotel and begin exploring. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 2: LOS ANGELES

Take a sightseeing tour of the Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Sign, the Walk of Fame and more. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 5: SAN ANTONIO

In San Antonio, check into your hotel. Then, use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour as well as admission to the River Walk Boat Cruise and Tower of the Americas. (Overnight in San Antonio)

DAY 6: SAN ANTONIO

Continue using your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of the city. (Overnight in San Antonio)

DAY 7: SAN ANTONIO > NEW ORLEANS

Travel to the Amtrak Station for your train to New Orleans. (Overnight in New Orleans

Welcome to our Nation’s Capital! Walk along the National Mall or stop by any of the many Smithsonian Museums before experiencing a Monuments by Moonlight tour. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

DAY 14: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Washington, D.C. to visit all the crowd-pleasing attractions. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

DAY 15: WASHINGTON, D.C. > NEW YORK CITY

Board your train to New York City! Upon arrival, start using your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. (Overnight in New York City

DAY 16: NEW YORK CITY

Continue using your hop-on, hop off tour, then stop at Rockefeller Center’s Top of the Rock. (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 17: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NEW YORK CITY

*including Georgia

World of CocaCola; CNN Studio Tours; Zoo Atlanta and more!

COAST TO COAST ACROSS

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of New York City, Washington, DC, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco

• Monuments by Moonlight tour in Washington, DC

• Freedom Rim Tour of the Grand Canyon

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from New York City to Washington, DC; Washington, DC to Chicago; Chicago to Williams, AZ; Williams to Los Angeles; and Los Angeles to San Francisco on the Northeast Regional®, Capitol Limited®, Southwest Chief®, and Coast Starlight® routes

• 12 nights hotel accommodations

• Roundtrip service in Coach accommodations on the Grand Canyon Railway

• 7 nights hotel accommodation; 3 nights onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)

DAYS 1-3 : NEW YORK CITY

Welcome to New York City! The bustling “Big Apple” has many great activities and attractions for you to experience with your hop-on, hop-off tour including Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the American Museum of Natural History. (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 4: WASHINGTON, DC

Travel to Washington, DC and explore the city including the popular Smithsonian Museums, the White House, and the US Capital Building. (Overnight in Washington, DC)

DAY 5: WASHINGTON, DC

Continue exploring with your hop-on, hop-off Tour before tonight taking a tour that to the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and many more as they are illuminated against the night sky. (Overnight in Washington, DC)

DAY 6: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

This morning is yours to enjoy the city. This afternoon board Amtrak’s Capitol Limited route for your overnight trip to Chicago. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 7: CHICAGO

Welcome to the Windy City! Stop by Navy Pier, stroll through Millennium Park and visit the Bean, or enjoy shopping along the Magnificent Mile with your hop-on, hop-off tour. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 8: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

This afternoon board Amtrak and the Southwest Chief to journey south towards the Grand Canyon. Sit back and enjoy as the heartland of then the TRAIN country unfolds before you. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 9: WILLIAMS

This evening the train will arrive in Williams. Check into your hotel and settle in for the night. (Overnight in Williams)

DAY 10: GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, board the famous Grand Canyon Railway. Enjoy beautiful sights as your travel through one of the largest expanses of ponderosa pine forest in North America before reaching the Canyon itself. Upon arrival enjoy a guided tour of the region that stops for multiple picture-taking opportunities. (Overnight in the Grand Canyon)

DAY 11: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

This morning is open for you to explore around the South Rim before boarding the Grand Canyon Railway to travel back to Williams. Enjoy dinner in Williams before an evening departure onboard the Southwest Chief westbound to California! (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 12: LOS ANGELES

Welcome to Los Angeles! You have the entire day to explore Hollywood with a hop-on, hop-off tour of the city. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 13: LOS ANGELES > SAN FRANCISCO

This morning you will board the Coast Starlight for your journey up to Los Angeles. Enjoy this scenic ride on the train as you head north, following the Pacific Ocean to San Francisco. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 14: SAN FRANCISCO

Today your tour will bring you to important San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, and Union Square. Enjoy your time traveling around the city! (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 15: SAN FRANCISCO

Continue to enjoy San Francisco and hit all of the stops you missed yesterday on your tour.

DAY 16: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

ROUTE 66 BY RAIL

14 DAYS

Chicago > St. Louis > Albuquerque > Williams > Grand Canyon National Park > Los Angeles

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DAYS 1-2: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Today your journey begins with a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour. (Overnight in Chicago at Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza) Enjoy the second day of your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago and explore any sites you didn’t get a chance to see yesterday. Dinner is included tonight at a popular Chicago restaurant. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 3: CHICAGO > ST. LOUIS

Travel to Union Station and board Amtrak to St. Louis. Head south on your journey to the great Midwest by train. (Overnight in St. Louis)

DAY 4: ST. LOUIS

Begin your day with a visit to the “Gateway to the West” at the St. Louis Gateway Arch and then continue discovering the city’s charms. (Overnight in St. Louis)

DAY 5: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Travel to the station and board Amtrak to Albuquerque for a relaxing overnight trip on the Southwest Chief. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• Admission to the Gateway Arch Tram Ride

• Walking sightseeing city tour of Albuquerque

• Roundtrip service in Coach accommodations on the Grand Canyon Railway

• Sightseeing tour of the Grand Canyon

• Sightseeing tour of Los Angeles

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to St. Louis, St. Louis to Albuquerque; Albuquerque to Williams, Williams to Los Angeles on the Texas Eagle® and Southwest Chief®

• 11 nights hotel accommodations; 2 nights onboard Amtrak

• 3 meals (1 breakfast, 2 dinners)

DAY 6: ALBUQUERQUE

Arrive in Albuquerque later this afternoon and travel to your hotel. Enjoy your free time exploring the sights and sounds of the city. (Overnight in Albuquerque)

DAY 7: ALBUQUERQUE

Today, explore historic Old Town Albuquerque on a private walking tour. Learn about the history of Albuquerque and Route 66 and reminisce about the early southwest pioneers’ days. (Overnight in Albuquerque)

DAY

8: ALBUQUERQUE > WILLIAMS

Travel to the station and board Amtrak to Williams on the Southwest Chief. Upon arrival in Williams check into the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. (Overnight in Williams)

DAY 9: GRAND CANYON

Enjoy your breakfast at the Fred Harvey Restaurant then board the Grand Canyon Railway into Grand Canyon National Park. Explore the South Rim on your tour and take in the vistas. (Overnight in Grand Canyon)

DAY 10: GRAND CANYON

Enjoy today at leisure in the Grand Canyon. Spend your free time enjoying the sights. (Overnight in Grand Canyon)

DAY 11: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Board the Grand Canyon Railway back to Williams. This evening, dinner is included at the Fred Harvey Restaurant. Take a transfer from the hotel to the Amtrak station to board the Southwest Chief train to Los Angeles. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 12: LOS ANGELES

Upon arrival in Los Angeles, travel on your own to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the city at your leisure. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 13: LOS ANGELES

Today, enjoy a guided sightseeing city tour of Los Angeles. At Santa Monica Pier make sure to take a picture at the sign marking the end of Route 66. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 14: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LOS ANGELES

DAY 1: SAN FRANCISCO

Your journey begins in San Francisco, the “City by the Bay”. Visit one of San Francisco’s most beloved attractions - Fisherman’s Wharf. This waterfront community is rich in both culture and fun. Don’t forget to stop by Pier 39 and scope out the famous sea lions as they bask in the lovely California sunshine. Enjoy your included dinner at the end of Pier 39 at a popular restaurant. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 2: SAN FRANCISCO

Climb aboard a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco! You can hop on and off the tour at any of the stops to further explore any area that strikes your fancy at your own pace. Stops include Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge, North Beach, Union Square, Golden Gate Park, the Civic Center, and many more. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ON BOARD AMTRAK®

Today, you’ll take a tour of the scenic Muir Woods and the charming town of Sausalito. On the drive to Muir Woods, you’ll cross over the Golden Gate Bridge and then disembark in the serene forest filled with towering redwoods. Once you’ve taken in all the natural beauty of Muir Woods, you’ll spend some quality time in Sausalito, a stunning seaside village that is home to many artists. You’ll have some free time to enjoy this fascinating village, which is full of eclectic shops and great restaurants. Then, ride back to Fisherman’s Wharf and travel on your own to the Amtrak station where you will board the Coast Starlight® for Portland. The scenery along this route is truly breathtaking and widely regarded as one of the most spectacular of all train routes. Relax, unwind, and take in the gorgeous views as you make your way to “Rose City”. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 4: PORTLAND

The evening is yours to discover “The City of Roses”. If you’re looking for something to do, Portland has more than 30 local breweries. It is also a shopper’s paradise as there is no sales tax. With all the excitement of a big city and the charm of a small town, Portland is an amazing destination with so much to offer. (Overnight in Portland)

DAY 5: PORTLAND

Explore Portland on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Stops include Pioneer Square, the Oregon Zoo, and many more popular destinations! Feel free to hop off at any stop to further explore the area at your leisure. This evening will feature a scenic dinner cruise in downtown Portland along the Willamette River. (Overnight in Portland) D

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco

• Sightseeing tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Portland*

• Dinner cruise in Portland

• Sightseeing city tour of Seattle

• Admission to the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Portland; Portland to Seattle onboard the Coast Starlight®

• 6 nights hotel accommodations; 1 night onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (2 dinners)

*Multi-day hop-on, hop-off tour is seasonal from late May to early October. The Oregon Historical Society admission will be included in the off-season.

# of nights in a HOTEL # of nights on the TRAIN

DAY 6: PORTLAND TO SEATTLE

Travel to Portland’s Union Station and board the Coast Starlight for Seattle. The lush forests and fertile valleys provide a stunning backdrop for your journey to the “Emerald City”. Upon arrival in Seattle, check into your hotel and start exploring all this beautiful city has to offer! (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 7: SEATTLE

Enjoy a guided sightseeing city tour of Seattle, where you will visit all the city’s top attractions, including the world-famous Pike Place Market! Your fun-filled day in Seattle also includes a ride to the top of the Space Needle, the most iconic structure in the city. Travel 158 meters above the ground to the observation deck for amazing views of Mt. Rainer and Elliot Bay. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 8: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SEATTLE

San

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco

• Sightseeing tour of Paso Robles’ wineries

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Los Angeles

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Diego

• Sightseeing harbor cruise of San Diego

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from San Francisco to Paso Robles; Paso Robles to Los Angeles; Los Angeles to San Diego onboard the Coast Starlight® and Pacific Surfliner®

• 8 nights hotel accommodations

• 2 meals included (1 lunch, 1 dinner)

DAYS 1-2: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome to San Francisco! Visit Fisherman’s Wharf and enjoy a delicious dinner at the end of Pier 39. On day 2, use your hop-on, hop-off tour of the city to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, North Beach, Chinatown and Golden Gate Park. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 3: SAN FRANCISCO > PASO ROBLES

Transfer on your own and board Amtrak’s Coast Starlight to Paso Robles. The scenery along the route is gorgeous, so be sure to grab a window seat. In Paso Robles, start appreciating the hospitality and wine. (Overnight in Paso Robles)

DAY 4: PASO ROBLES

On your Paso Robles wineries tour, you’ll be chauffeured to four to six different award-winning wineries and enjoy a vineyard picnic lunch. Then, explore the shops and restaurants in the charming town square. (Overnight in Paso Robles)

DAY 5: PASO ROBLES > LOS ANGELES

Transfer to the Amtrak station and board the train to Los Angeles on the Coast Starlight. Enjoy ocean views as you travel down the California Coast. In LA, check into your hotel and enjoy the evening on your own. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 6: LOS ANGELES

Use your hop-on, hop-off tour of Los Angeles to visit Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, the Santa Monica Pier and much more! (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAYS 7-8: LOS ANGELES > SAN DIEGO

Travel to the station and board Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner to San Diego. In San Diego, begin exploring the city on your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. On day 8, take a guided harbor cruise featuring over 50 points of interest. Later, continue using your hop-on, hop-off tour. (Overnight in San Diego)

DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN DIEGO

DAY 1: VANCOUVER

Welcome to Vancouver! Check into your hotel and then start exploring the “Hollywood of the North.” (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 2: VANCOUVER

Use your hop-on, hop-off tour to see Stanley Park, Granville Island and the Vancouver Waterfront. (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 3: VANCOUVER > SEATTLE

Board the train in Vancouver to Seattle. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and use your CityPASS to sightsee. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 4:

SEATTLE

Continue using your CityPASS to access the Museum of Pop Culture or visit the famous Woodland Park Zoo. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 5: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Board Amtrak’s Coast Starlight to San Francisco, featuring views of the snow-capped Cascade Mountain range. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 6: SAN FRANCISCO

Welcome to SF! Check into your hotel then use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to visit Union Square, Chinatown, and North Beach. Tonight, dinner is included on Fisherman’s Wharf. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 7: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Travel to Yosemite National Park on a fully guided tour! Experience redwoods, hike along the trails and capture photos. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 8: NAPA VALLEY

Ride across the Golden Gate Bridge into Sonoma Valley. Then, arrive in the heart of Napa Valley where your tour will take you to several vineyards for tours and tastings. (Overnight in San Francisco)

DAY 9: SAN FRANCISCO > LOS ANGELES

Board your train from San Francisco to Los Angeles! Upon arrival, check into your hotel for the evening. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver, San Francisco and Los Angeles

• Seattle CityPASS including Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, Argosy Harbor Cruise, Museum of Pop Culture OR Woodland Park Zoo, and Pacific Science Center OR Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit

• Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park

• Sightseeing tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Diego

• Sightseeing harbor cruise of San Diego

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Vancouver to Seattle; Seattle to San Francisco; San Francisco to Los Angeles; and Los Angeles to San Diego on the Cascades®, Coast Starlight® and Pacific Surfliner®

• 11 nights hotel accommodations; 1 night onboard Amtrak

• 1 meal included (1 dinner)

# of nights in a HOTEL # of nights on the TRAIN

DAY 10: LOS ANGELES

Visit all the iconic Hollywood sites by way of a hop-on, hop-off tour. (Overnight in Los Angeles)

DAY 11: LOS ANGELES > SAN DIEGO

Check out of your hotel and board Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner to San Diego. Upon arrival, use your multi-day hop-on, hop-off tour. (Overnight in San Diego)

DAY 12: SAN DIEGO

Continue using your hop-on, hop-off tour to stop at the San Diego Zoo, the iconic Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village and Balboa Park. (Overnight in San Diego)

DAY 13: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN DIEGO

JAZZ, BLUES AND ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

9 DAYS

Chicago > Memphis > New Orleans

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago

• Sightseeing city tour of Memphis including admission to Graceland

• Battlefield Cruise in New Orleans aboard a paddlewheel boat

• Sightseeing city tour of New Orleans

• Jazz brunch at the Court of Two Sisters

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Memphis; Memphis to New Orleans onboard the City of New Orleans®

• 7 nights hotel accommodations; 1 night onboard Amtrak

• 2 meals included (1 dinner, 1 brunch)

DAYS 1-2: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! Explore the Windy City on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour, which covers 13 magnificent miles. Hop-off at any of the stops along the tour to enjoy the sights at your leisure. Later in the day, enjoy your included dinner at a popular restaurant. On day 2, continue exploring on your multi-day sightseeing tour. Be sure to stop by the iconic attractions Chicago has to offer, like the Skydeck. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAYS 4-5: MEMPHIS

You’ll arrive in Memphis early in the morning. Today, you’ll have some free time to explore the sights and sounds of the city. Check out the music scene on Beale Street or head to the Peabody Hotel to see the famous ducks. On day 5, enjoy a tour of Memphis, including the iconic Graceland, where you’ll get up close and personal to the things Elvis cherished most in the world. (Overnight in Memphis)

DAY 6: MEMPHIS > NEW ORLEANS

Take in the Southern scenery as you travel the history-laden musical roads of Mississippi to New Orleans — the birthplace of jazz. Upon your arrival, check into your hotel and start exploring this lovely city. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAYS 7-8: NEW ORLEANS

Start the day with a jazz brunch at the famous Court of Two Sisters restaurant then set off on your included New Orleans city tour. Absorb the sights and sounds of the world-famous French Quarter and historic Jackson Square. On day 8, you will enjoy a Battlefield Cruise and take in the picturesque sights of New Orleans and the French Quarter from a unique vantage point: the outside deck of an old-fashioned paddlewheel boat! (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NEW ORLEANS

DAY 1: NASHVILLE

Upon arrival in Nashville, begin exploring the city. (Overnight in Nashville)

DAY

2: NASHVILLE

Today you will experience “Music City” on a comprehensive tour of Nashville. Your guided tour will bring you to such important Nashville spots as Honky Tonk Row and a tour of the classic Ryman Auditorium. You will also get to experience the Country Music Hall of Fame. (Overnight in Nashville

DAY

3: NASHVILLE

Enjoy another day exploring the city. Tonight, you will head over to the Grand Ole Opry for a live show and radio broadcast. (Overnight in Nashville)

DAY 4: NASHVILLE > MEMPHIS

Take the morning for a final experience of Nashville before hitting the road for Memphis. Drive over the mighty Cumberland River and past Jackson, TN. Upon arrival, drop-off your rental car and check into the hotel. (Overnight in Memphis)

DAY 5: MEMPHIS

Today, your exploration of Memphis continues with a sightseeing tour of the city. Your tour will take you to top attractions such as Beale Street, the famous Peabody Memphis Hotel, and the towering Memphis Pyramid. Then, you’ll be transported to Graceland. (Overnight in Memphis)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing city tour of Nashville with admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame

• Admission to a Grand Ole Opry performance

• Sightseeing city tour of Memphis with admission to Graceland

• New Orleans Pass including: San Francisco Plantation House, Mardi Gras World, National World War II Museum, Creole Cooking Demonstration and many more!

• Battlefield cruise of New Orleans aboard a paddlewheel boat OR sightseeing walking tour*

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Memphis to New Orleans onboard the City of New Orleans®

• 8 nights hotel accommodations

• 1-day intermediate car rental

• 1 meal included (1 dinner or 1 brunch)

*Walking tour includes a choice of the French Quarter Walking Tour, Cemetery and Gris Gris Walking Tour or Original Cocktail Walking Tour

# of nights in a HOTEL

# of nights on the TRAIN

DAY 6: MEMPHIS > NEW ORLEANS

This morning board Amtrak’s famous City of New Orleans train to the “Big Easy!” Upon arrival, check into your hotel. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 7: NEW ORLEANS

Start using your multi-day attraction pass for admission to Mardi Gras World, the Louisiana State Museum or take a course in Creole cuisine at a local cooking school. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 8: NEW ORLEANS

This morning, enjoy a fine brunch accompanied by some of the city’s best live jazz music or, if you prefer an excellent dinner of creole classics later this evening. Today you will also continue to see that best of what New Orleans has to offer on a guided walking tour of the city. (Overnight in New Orleans)

DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NEW ORLEANS

8 DAYS

Fort Worth > Austin > San Antonio

DAY 1: FORT WORTH

Welcome to Fort Worth! When you arrive, check into your hotel and use your included Stockyards Adventure Pass to explore the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District’s many popular attractions and experiences. (Overnight in Fort Worth)

DAY 2: FORT WORTH

Continue exploring on your own today. Relax near the Water Gardens, view the John F. Kennedy memorial or stroll through Sundance Square. (Overnight in Fort Worth)

DAY

3: FORT WORTH > AUSTIN

Today, board the Texas Eagle toward Austin! When you arrive in the “Live Music Capital of the World,” check into your hotel. The evening is free for you to enjoy as you please. (Overnight in Austin)

DAY 4: AUSTIN

Climb aboard your included tour! Discover the exciting landmarks, local favorites and historic neighborhoods that make this place so amazing. The rest of the day is yours to spend at your leisure. (Overnight in Austin)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Fort Worth Stockyards

Adventure Pass featuring: Stockyards Museum, Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive and more!

• Sightseeing city tour of Austin

• Multi-day hop on, hop-off tour of San Antonio

• San Antonio River Walk boat cruise

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Fort Worth to Austin; Austin to San Antonio on the Texas Eagle®

• 7 nights hotel accommodations

# of nights in a HOTEL

# of nights on the TRAIN

DAY 5: AUSTIN > SAN ANTONIO

Spend the morning and afternoon on your own before boarding the Texas Eagle to San Antonio, where you’ll check into your hotel for a three-night stay. (Overnight in San Antonio)

DAY 6: SAN ANTONIO

Start using your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Visit the Alamo, take a relaxing cruise on the San Antonio River and get a glimpse of Mission San Jose’s exquisite Rose Window stone carving. (Overnight in San Antonio)

DAY 7: SAN ANTONIO

Continue using your hop-on, hop-off tour to see all of the city’s best attractions. (Overnight in San Antonio)

DAY 8: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN ANTONIO

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Sightseeing city tour of Charleston

• Sightseeing tour of Magnolia Plantation

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Savannah

• Sightseeing cruise of Savannah

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Charleston to Savannah onboard the Palmetto®

• 5 nights hotel accommodations

• 1 meal included (1 dinner)

TRAIN

DAY 1: CHARLESTON

Welcome to Charleston! Check in to your hotel and begin to experience this beautiful, historic city. Today is free for you to explore the city on your own. Perhaps you want to stroll down to the Battery and enjoy a walk along the pier? Or you could head over to the open market for some shopping.

(Overnight in Charleston)

DAY 2: CHARLESTON

Explore Charleston on a guided tour of the city! Your tour will bring you to some of Charleston’s top attractions, including the Joseph Manigault Mansion, the very popular Rainbow Row where you will see many historic houses painted in festive, pastel colours, and the city’s military college, The Citadel. Your full day of historic sightseeing will explore the best of what Charleston has to offer. (Overnight in Charleston)

DAY 3: CHARLESTON

This morning you will depart for a comprehensive tour of one of the oldest Southern plantations, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Your guided tour will take you to the historic Magnolia Plantation House that rests along the

Ashley River. Along with the tour of the house, you will enjoy a ride past the Audubon Swamp inhabited by alligators, egrets, and other native wildlife. Tonight you will enjoy dinner at a popular restaurant.

(Overnight in Charleston)

DAY 4: CHARLESTON > SAVANNAH

Today you will have a free morning to enjoy Charleston on your own, then this evening board Amtrak for a short ride down to Savannah! Upon arrival check in to your hotel and settle in for the night. (Overnight in Savannah)

DAY 5: SAVANNAH

Today you will have a full day of sightseeing in Savannah! A hop-on, hopoff sightseeing tour will guide you to Savannah’s top attractions. Visit the Davenport House, the scenic Forsyth Park, and the world-famous River Street with its outdoor entertainment as well as many shops and places to eat. This afternoon you will board a riverboat for a sightseeing cruise of Savannah’s harbour. A leisurely hour-long cruise will allow you to take in beautiful views from the open-air third-level deck of the boat. A wonderful day of touring awaits! (Overnight in Savannah)

DAY 6: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAVANNAH

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours of Boston, New York City and Washington, D.C.

• Boston CityPASS® and New York City CityPASS®

• Philadelphia Pass®

• Admission to the International Spy Museum

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Boston to New York City; New York City to Philadelphia; and Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. on the Northeast Regional®

• 9 nights hotel accommodations

• 2 meals included (2 dinners)

DAYS 1-2: BOSTON

Welcome to Boston! Use your Boston CityPASS for admission to some of Boston’s most popular attractions. On day 2, enjoy a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour where you will see national historic landmarks and more. Tonight, dinner is included. (Overnight in Boston)

DAY 3: BOSTON > NEW YORK CITY

This morning, wrap up your time in “Beantown!” Travel on your own and board Amtrak to New York City. (Overnight in New York City)

DAYS 4-5: NEW YORK CITY

Experience the excitement of the Big Apple with a one-day sightseeing tour on a hop-on, hop-off bus! Use your CityPASS to visit some must-see attractions like the Empire State Building and more! On day 5, continue exploring. This evening enjoy your included dinner in New York’s only revolving rooftop restaurant—The View. (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 6: NEW YORK CITY > PHILADELPHIA

Travel on your own to Penn Station and board Amtrak to Philadelphia. (Overnight in Philadelphia)

DAY 7: PHILADELPHIA

As the first capital of the United States, Philadelphia offers so much to see and explore. Visit some of the city’s best attractions including the Franklin Institute and more with your Philadelphia Pass! (Overnight in Philadelphia)

DAY 8: PHILADELPHIA > WASHINGTON, D.C.

Travel to the train station and board Amtrak as you head towards your next stop: Washington, D.C. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

DAY 9: WASHINGTON,

D.C.

Rediscover our nation’s history with a tour of the United States capital aboard a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. From grand monuments like the Lincoln Memorial and the Capitol Building to the serene Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C. has so much to offer. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

DAY 10: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

DAYS

1-3: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Welcome to Washington, D.C.! Explore the nation’s capital with a hopon, hop-off tour. On day 3, take a guided tour to the city’s most popular monuments such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monuments and more as they are spectacularly illuminated against the backdrop of the night sky. (Overnight in Washington, D.C.)

DAY 4: WASHINGTON, D.C. > NEW YORK CITY

Today you will board Amtrak in Union Station and travel north to New York City. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin to explore the city with your convenient CityPASS! (Overnight in New York City)

DAYS 5-6: NEW YORK CITY

Continue your journey around the city by way of a multi-day hop-on, hopoff sightseeing tour. You can also continue to use your CityPASS to visit the Empire State Building and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. (Overnight in New York City)

DAY 7: NEW YORK CITY > NIAGARA FALLS

Board Amtrak’s Maple Leaf rail line in Penn Station for your journey on to Niagara Falls! (Overnight in Niagara Falls)

DAY 8: NIAGARA FALLS

Today, you have a full day to experience Niagara Falls. Your included attraction pass will give you access to the caverns and tunnels underneath the falls, a cruise that will take you up to the Falls itself and a 48-hour hop-on, hop-off pass to transport you all around the area. (Overnight in Niagara Falls)

DAY 9:

YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN NIAGARA FALLS

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Washington, D.C.

• Monuments by Moonlight tour of Washington, D.C.

• Multi-day hop-on, hopoff sightseeing tour of New York City

• New York CityPASS® including the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, and more

• Niagara Adventure Pass* including the Journey Behind the Falls, the Hornblower Niagara Cruises and more

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Washington, D.C. to New York City; New York City to Niagara Falls on the Northeast Regional® and Maple Leaf®

• 8 nights hotel accommodations

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VANCOUVER, SEATTLE AND VICTORIA RAIL JOURNEY

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER

# of nights in a HOTEL # of nights on the TRAIN

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver

• Admission to the Vancouver Lookout

• Admission to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Seattle*

• Admission to the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Victoria**

• Admission to Butchart Gardens in Victoria**

• 6 nights hotel accommodations

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Vancouver to Seattle on the Cascades®

• One-way ferry service from Seattle to Victoria, and Victoria to Vancouver

*Hop-on, hop-off tour in Seattle is seasonal from May-September a guided Seattle City tour will be substituted

**Victoria hop-on, hop-off and Butchart Gardens tours are seasonal from FebruaryDecember. No substitutions available.

DAY 4: SEATTLE

Your second day in Seattle includes a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour, a ride to the top of the world-famous Space Needle and a visit to the famous Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit. During your city tour of Seattle, you will get to visit all the top attractions, like Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, Seattle’s Waterfront, and Pier 66 to name a few. (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 5: SEATTLE TO VICTORIA

Depart today on the ferry from Seattle to the beautiful city of Victoria, the “City of Gardens”. After you’ve checked-in to your hotel and dropped off your luggage, use your hop-on, hop-off pass to discover the city and explore the Victorian architecture. (Overnight in Victoria)

DAY 6: VICTORIA

In store for the day is a visit to the famous Butchart Gardens! Located approximately 35 minutes from downtown, the gardens feature over 55 acres of manicured grounds, blossoms and fragrances. This evening, explore the beauty of Victoria as you wind through the streets and check out the local shops and restaurants. (Overnight in Victoria)

DAY 7: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

After checking out of your hotel, take the ferry transfer from Victoria to Vancouver to continue with your travels.

Welcome to Vancouver! Check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and begin to discover the vibrant city. (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 2: VANCOUVER

Begin using your hop-on, hop-off loop sightseeing tour today! The tour is the easiest way to enjoy Vancouver’s most popular areas: Downtown, Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island and more! All the stops are fully narrated, so you’ll learn what makes the city so special! Also, be sure to visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, one of the most popular tourist attractions in British Columbia. The bridge crosses over towering evergreens with views more than 100 feet above the forest floor. There is so much to do and see in Vancouver! (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 3: VANCOUVER TO SEATTLE

Sit back and relax on the scenic ride through the northwest on your journey to Seattle today. Upon arrival in Seattle, travel on your own today to your centrally located hotel and start your exploration of the city. Take a stroll through downtown and explore the local restaurants and vibrant arts scene and shops! (Overnight in Seattle)

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

DAY 1: VANCOUVER

Welcome to Vancouver! Today, you can begin to explore the city with your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour, which will take you around to all Vancouver’s popular sights, including Stanley Park and the downtown area. With the ability to get on and off at your leisure, there is no telling how much you can do and see today! (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 2: VANCOUVER

Today, you can continue on with your sightseeing tour and experience the best of Vancouver. Head over to the peninsula known as Granville Island, a popular shopping district. Later today, continue exploring the city with admission to the Vancouver Lookout. This popular attraction offers panoramic 360-degree views of Vancouver.  (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

Enjoy more of Vancouver today before transferring to the VIA Rail station and boarding the iconic Canadian line for your exciting trip across Canada. Once on board, you will be treated to stunning views and amazing landscapes. This is an unforgettable ride through the heart of the Canadian countryside, so be sure to have your camera ready! (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver

• Admission to the Vancouver Lookout

• Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto

• Admission to the CN Tower

• One-way VIA Rail® in Economy accommodations from Vancouver to Toronto on the Canadian®

• 4 nights hotel accommodations; 4 nights onboard VIA Rail

DAY 4: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

As the train makes its way eastward towards Toronto, soak in the beautiful and incredibly picturesque views of the Canadian Rockies from the comfort and convenience of the train. Enjoy delicious meals onboard, and relaxing accommodations. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAY 5: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

Enjoy another leisurely day onboard VIA Rail as you see more amazing sights only visible by train. Crystal clear mountain lakes, majestic peaks, and ancient glaciers are all part of your adventure. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAY 6: OVERNIGHT ON VIA RAIL

Today, you will see more beautiful landscapes as the train gets closer to Toronto. As you are enjoying the pristine lakes, charming farm country, wide open plains, and rolling tree covered hills, be sure to keep a look out for wildlife. There is always the possibility of catching a glance at a bear, elk, deer, or any number of local species. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAY 7: TORONTO

Arrive in Toronto this afternoon and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to take in the fascinating landmarks and neighborhoods of Canada’s largest city. (Overnight in Toronto)

DAY 8: TORONTO

Continuing exploring Toronto today at your own pace with your hop-on, hop-off tour. This afternoon, ride to the top of the CN Tower for amazing views of the city (Overnight in Toronto)

DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN TORONTO

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

ULTIMATE CANADA AND ROCKIES EASTBOUND

13 DAYS

Vancouver > Jasper > Banff > Toronto > Niagara Falls > Toronto

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver

• Admission to the Vancouver Lookout

• Admission to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

• Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway and Jasper National Park

• Admission to the Jasper Skytram

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto

• Admission to the CN Tower

• Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake

• 8 nights hotel accommodations; 4 nights aboard VIA Rail®

• One-way VIA Rail in Economy from Vancouver to Jasper and Jasper to Toronto on the Canadian®

• Roundtrip shared transfer between Jasper and Banff

• 2 meals included (2 lunches)

DAY 1: VANCOUVER

Welcome to Canada! Check into your hotel and start exploring. (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 2: VANCOUVER

Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to visit Vancouver’s most popular attractions. Use your included admission to the Vancouver Lookout. (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 3: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

Board VIA Rail’s Canadian train to Jasper and enjoy a sparkling wine send-off. Later, take in stunning views of Fraser Canyon. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAY 4: JASPER

Wake up to the Rocky Mountains before arriving in Jasper. Check into your hotel and soak up this charming alpine town. Why not use your included admission to the Jasper Skytram? (Overnight in Jasper)

DAY 5: JASPER

Embark on a day tour to Athabasca Viewpoint, Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and Maligne Lake. (Overnight in Jasper)

DAY 6: JASPER > BANFF

Travel to Banff along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Highlights include: the Columbia Icefield, the Athabasca Glacier, the Glacier Skywalk and more! A buffet lunch is included. Then, check into your hotel in Banff. (Overnight in Banff)

DAY 7: BANFF > JASPER

Explore Banff before your included shuttle back to Jasper. In Jasper, check into your hotel and spend the night relaxing. (Overnight in Jasper)

DAY 8: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

Check out of your hotel before traveling to the train station to board The Canadian eastbound. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAYS 9-10: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

Continue your journey across Canada onboard VIA Rail. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

DAY 11: TORONTO

Welcome to Toronto! Your hop-on, hop-off tour stops at the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma and the Hockey Hall of Fame. Use your admission to the CN Tower. (Overnight in Toronto)

DAY 12: NIAGARA FALLS

Your full day tour includes lunch overlooking the Falls, free time in both Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, a winery tour and tasting and more. (Overnight in Toronto)

DAY 13: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN TORONTO

CANADIAN ROCKIES DISCOVERY EASTBOUND WITH SEATTLE

11 DAYS Seattle > Vancouver > Victoria > Jasper > Lake Louise > Banff > Calgary

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Admission to the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit in Seattle

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver

• Admission to the Vancouver Lookout

• Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park

• Sightseeing tour of the Icefield Parkway from Jasper

• Sightseeing tour of Lake Louise

• 9 nights hotel accommodations

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach from Seattle to Vancouver onboard the Cascades®

• One-way VIA Rail in Economy from Vancouver to Jasper onboard the Canadian®

• Round-trip ferry service from Vancouver to Victoria

• Tour transfer from Jasper to Banff and shuttle transfer from Banff to Calgary

• 2 meals included (2 lunches)

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of nights in a HOTEL #

Take in views of the Canadian Rockies before arriving in Jasper, one of the most beautiful places on earth. (Overnight in Jasper)

DAY 7: JASPER

See many incredible sights on your included sightseeing tour, like Athabasca Viewpoint, Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake. (Overnight in Jasper)

DAY 8: JASPER > BANFF

See the Icefields Parkway and climb onboard an Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure of the Athabasca Glacier. (Overnight in Banff)

DAY 9: LAKE LOUISE

Experience Lake Louise today with plenty of time for sightseeing. (Overnight in Banff)

DAY 10: BANFF > CALGARY

Use your included shuttle transfer from Banff to your hotel in Calgary, the largest city in Alberta. (Overnight in Calgary)

DAY 11: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CALGARY

DAY 1: SEATTLE

Welcome to Seattle! Travel on your own to your centrally-located hotel and start exploring the Emerald City! (Overnight in Seattle)

DAY 2: SEATTLE > VANCOUVER

Today, you’ll board Amtrak for your scenic train ride up into Canada. (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 3: VANCOUVER

Start your day with a hop-on, hop-off city tour of Vancouver’s most popular areas. Then, use your admission to the Vancouver Lookout! (Overnight in Vancouver)

DAY 4: VICTORIA

DAY 1: CHICAGO

Welcome to Chicago! This afternoon, board Amtrak to Glacier National Park for a scenic and relaxing ride on the famous Empire Builder. Watch as the mighty skyscrapers fade into miles upon miles of forested. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 2 -3 : GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy a relaxing day onboard with views of magnificent landscapes as the train continues to Glacier National Park. Relax in the Observation car as you travel through the North Dakota plains and Big Sky Country. When you arrive, step off the train and take a short walk to the Glacier Park Lodge for a two-night stay. On day 3 enjoy your Big Sky Circle Tour for a full day of adventure. (Overnight in Glacier National Park)

DAY 4: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Today, travel to Two Medicine Valley for a scenic boat cruise on Two Medicine Lake. You’ll learn about the Blackfeet tribal history from the area. In the evening, board Amtrak and continue your journey to the West Coast. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)

DAY 5: SEATTLE

Arrive in Seattle in the morning and get ready for a full day of sightseeing. For amazing views of the city, Pacific Ocean and Mountains, we recommend visiting the Space Needle and taking a ride to the top! (Overnight in Seattle)

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• Glacier Park Two Medicine Valley Boat Cruise*

• Big Sky Circle Tour of Glacier National Park*

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Seattle

• Norwegian Cruise Line’s 7 Day Alaska Cruise on the Norwegian Encore

• 2 nights onboard Amtrak; 7 nights onboard the Encore

• 3 night’s hotel accommodations

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Glacier National Park; Glacier National Park to Seattle on the Empire Builder®

• Transfers to/from Cruise Port

DAY 6: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD NORWEGIAN ENCORE® AT SEA

Set sail this afternoon and get acquainted with many of the ship’s amenities, or, enjoy the breathtaking ocean views from the Observation Lounge. (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 7: OVERNIGHT ON BOARD NORWEGIAN BLISS AT SEA

Enjoy a leisurely day at sea! (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 8: JUNEAU, ALASKA

Dock in Juneau for an afternoon and evening of exploring. The majestic Mendenhall Glacier lies only 12 miles outside Juneau, a worthwhile day trip. (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 9: SKAGWAY

Today, you’ll sail into beautiful Skagway. Visit the Skagway Museum, Centennial Statue, the easily walkable historic downtown, Gold Rush-era homestead, or head down to Pullen Creek and watch the salmon run. (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 10: CRUISE GLACIER BAY ONBOARD NORWEGIAN ENCORE

Today you will sail to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, a United Nations World Heritage Site. (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 11: KETCHIKAN

Spend the day in Ketchikan. Its Tlingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means “Spread Wings of the Eagle.” (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 12: VICTORIA

This evening, dock in Victoria, British Columbia, located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Stop by Fisherman’s Wharf for some fish and chips or ice cream, have tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel or roam Butchart Gardens. (Overnight onboard Norwegian)

DAY 13: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SEATTLE

After disembarking from the Norwegian Encore, the option is yours to spend another day and evening in Seattle or board the Amtrak Empire Builder to head back to Chicago that afternoon!

Glacier National Park

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ALASKA RAIL AND SAIL WITH DENALI NATIONAL PARK FROM LOS ANGELES

17 DAYS

Vancouver > Seward > Anchorage > Denali National Park

> Fairbanks

DAY 1: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK

Welcome to Los Angeles! This afternoon, make your way to Union Station and board Amtrak’s® Coast Starlight for a breathtaking ride up the Pacific Coast.

DAY 2 - 3 : VANCOUVER

Spend the day relaxing onboard the train to Vancouver. Take a seat in the observation car with comfortable seating and large viewing windows and admire the Cascade Mountains. Visit popular attractions including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown and more! (Overnight Vancouver)

DAY 4 & 5 : OVERNIGHT ONBOARD NORWEGIAN JEWEL®

Departure on the Jewel® is at 5:00 pm today! While at sea, take some time getting acquainted with many of the ship’s amenities including the delicious

HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Los Angeles to Vancouver on the Coast Starlight®

• One-way Alaska Railroad® in Adventure Class accommodations from Seward to Anchorage; Anchorage to Denali and Denali to Fairbanks

• 8 nights hotel accommodations; 1 night onboard Amtrak; 7 nights’ onboard the Norwegian Jewel

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver

• Norwegian Cruise Line’s 7 Day Alaska with Glacier Bay from Vancouver (Northbound) on the Norwegian Jewel®

• Sightseeing tour of Anchorage

• Sightseeing tour of Denali National Park

dining options, bars and lounges, dazzling casino! Be on the lookout for orcas and humpback whales!

DAY 6: KETCHIKAN

Spend the day in Ketchikan. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world’s most lush wilderness.

DAY 7:

JUNEAU

Dock in Juneau with its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Icefields and Glacier Bay National Park.

DAY 8: SKAGWAY

Experience yesteryear along Skagway’s charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days.

DAY 9: CRUISE GLACIER BAY

Sail to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, a United Nations World Heritage Site.

DAY 10: CRUISE HUBBARD GLACIER

Get up close and personal with the gigantic Hubbard Glacier, North America’s largest tidewater glacier.

DAY 11: SEWARD TO ANCHORAGE

This morning explore Seward, a seaside community surrounded by mountains and beauty. This evening, board Alaska Railroad’s Coastal Classic route for scenic train ride to Anchorage.

DAY 12: ANCHORAGE

Take a guided tour today through Anchorage and learn about its history and the culture.

DAY 13 & 14: DENALI NATIONAL PARK

Today’s adventure will have you riding onboard Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star as you travel through backcountry Alaska to Denali National Park. Explore Denali National Park on a guided tour.

DAY 15 & 16 : FAIRBANKS

Explore Denali at your leisure this morning before boarding the Alaska Railroad for the journey north winding along Healy Canyon.

DAY

17:

YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN FAIRBANKS

FAQs

How do I make a reservation?

• Call Amtrak Vacations on 1300 650 257 and speak with a Rail Specialist.

• Visit or call your local travel agent.

Can you arrange my flights to and from the USA?

Yes, absolutely. We are ATOL protected so can take care of all trans-Atlantic flights as well as those within the USA too if you wish.

Can I add on additional sightseeing activities and/or additional hotel nights to one of your holidays?

Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/or hotel nights to most existing holidays we offer. There are a couple ways to do this.

On the website: You will be able to view the Amtrak rooming upgrade options, hotel upgrade options and additional sightseeing options through the online booking process. Details of the upgrades and price increases are listed next to each item. Additional charges may apply. When you speak with a Rail Specialist, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your holiday as you wish. Additional charges may apply.

When I upgrade to sleeping accommodation, are my meals included?

Yes! On most long distance trains all meals are included in the dining car during meal times when upgrading to a sleeping accommodation.

Can I take a specific Holiday that you offer in a reverse order?

Yes! We offer most of our trips in reverse order. Please call and speak with one of our Rail Specialists on 1300 650 257 for reverse options.

Where are your hotels located?

All of our hotels are centrally located within each city we visit. Most are within a short distance of the train station and local sights. Hotel upgrades are available upon request.

Can you accommodate special dietary needs?

We can provide special menu selections on most trains with 72-hour advance notice. We require 24-hour advance notice for Acela Express First Class service. You do not need to provide advance notice for vegetarian meals.

How long before the train departs should I be at the station?

The recommended arrival time for each station varies, but plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. If you need help with baggage, tickets or any other services, or if you are departing from a large or busy station, we recommend you arrive at the station even earlier. To confirm your train will be arriving on time, please call 1-800-USA-RAIL

How much luggage can I bring?

In general, each passenger is allowed two (2) carry-on bags, each not to exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg), 28 x 22 x 14 inches (700 x 550 x 350 millimeters), free of charge. Additionally, each passenger can check up to four bags - two free of charge and two for $20 per bag, each not to exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg), 75 linear inches (length + width + height) if the origin and destination stations offer checked baggage service. *Subject to change

Are transfers included to and from the hotel and train station in your holidays?

At Amtrak Vacations we pride ourselves on the fact that our hotels are city centre locations so they are close to the train station.

How far in advance can I book my Amtrak Vacations vacation?

With Amtrak Vacations, most of our trips can be booked up to 24 months in advance. To make a booking, please call us!

AMTRAK ONBOARD EXPERIENCE

It’s what’s on the inside that counts. When you’re travelling the country by train, it’s important to have excellent service and comfort, something you’ll find on both our Viewliner® single-level and bi-level Superliner® Service.

Single-Level Trains

Amtrak® operates single-level service on most short-distance routes and some long-distance routes serving the Eastern U.S.

Coach

Make every seat the best seat in the house with our large, comfy, reclining seats equipped with footrests and leg rests, fold-down tray tables, individual reading lights and overhead luggage racks.

Superliner Trains

Our Superliner bi-level trains operate on most long-distance routes including: Auto Train®, California Zephyr®, Capitol LimitedSM, City of New Orleans®, Coast Starlight®, Empire Builder®, Southwest Chief®, Sunset Limited® and Texas Eagle® .

Superliner

Coach

With oversized windows throughout the car, every seat feels like a window seat. Both upper and lower levels have large, comfortable reclining seats featuring footrests and leg rests, fold-down tray tables, individual reading lights and overhead luggage racks.

Superliner Sightseer Lounge

You’ll truly get panoramic views of the passing landscape when you sit facing our oversized windows. When you’re ready for a bite to eat, head to the lower-level snack bar for sandwiches, snacks, beverages and souvenirs.

Viewliner Sleeper Car

Whether traveling alone or with family, our single-level Viewliner Service offers Roomettes, Bedrooms and Accessible Bedroom accommodation. Daytime seating easily converts to a bed at night and our staff provides daily turndown service.

VIEWLINER ACCESSIBLE BEDROOM

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two small suitcases and garment bag. Inroom toilet, shower, sink and vanity. Fully accessible to passengers with mobility impairment.

VIEWLINER BEDROOM

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two suitcases. In-room sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower.

VIEWLINER ROOMETTE

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two small suitcases and garment bag. In-room toilet and sink.

In-Room Features and Services Include:

• Limited climate control

• Electrical outlets

• Small closet

• Fold-down table

• Fresh towels and linens

• Meals in the Dining car are included in the ticket price. (Alcoholic beverages are available at an additional charge.)

• Bottled water and morning coffee, tea and juice

• Complimentary daily newspaper

• Assistance of Sleeping Car attendant

• Private daytime seating that converts to a bed at night turndown service

• Station access to the Amtrak Metropolitan LoungeSM or ClubAcela®

• Individual reading lights

• Garment rack

• Soap and shower amenities

• Personal service (turn-down, coffee, make-up bed)

AMTRAK ACCOMMODATION (CONT.)

Superliner Sleeping Car

For a little extra room and privacy, consider choosing one of our four types of sleeping accommodation. Sleeping car passengers are entitled to dining car meals, bottled water, coffee and juice, fresh linens and soap.

SUPERLINER BEDROOM

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two suitcases. Some bedrooms can be combined to make a suite for four people. In-room sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower. Located on upper level.

SUPERLINER ROOMETTE

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two small tote bags. Restrooms and a shower are nearby. Located on upper and lower levels.

SUPERLINER ACCESSIBLE BEDROOM

Accommodates two adults. Capacity for two suitcases. In-room toilet and sink are separated from the room by a curtain. Ample space for wheelchair. Fully accessible for passengers with mobility impairments. Located on lower level.

SUPERLINER FAMILY BEDROOM

Accommodates two adults and two small children. Capacity for two to three suitcases. Restrooms and a shower are nearby. Located on lower level.