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Grand Canyon Discovery By Rail
10 Days / 9 Nights
MAY BE CUSTOMIZED
NON-ESCORTED TOUR
The Grand Canyon has long been described as something one must experience at least once in their lifetime. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to see one of the Natural Wonders of the World via Amtrak’s Southwest Chief SM. Enjoy a short stay in Chicago before boarding the train and heading south to Arizona and the Grand Canyon. En route, you will make stop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where historic cultures thrive. Arrive at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and experience life as it was in the wild west. Board the Grand Canyon Railway for an unforgettable excursion to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Flagstaff is your final destination, where you will be treated to an all-day tour of Sedona, voted one of the most beautiful places in the world to visit. At the end of this excursion, you will return to Chicago or continue on to Phoenix or Los Angeles.
Amtrak Vacations Package Price From $1,945*
DEPARTURE DAYS: Daily
ITINERARY REVIEW:
DAY 1-2 Arrive and Explore Chicago
DAY 3 Chicago to Santa Fe
DAY 4 Arrive Santa Fe
DAY 5 Explore Santa Fe
DAY 6 Arrive Williams Junction
DAY 7 Williams to South Rim of Grand Canyon
DAY 8 Grand Canyon to Flagstaff
DAY 9 Explore Sedona & Flagstaff
DAY 10 Vacation Ends in Flagstaff
Extend your vacation by continuing to Los Angeles and San Diego or transfer to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area of Arizona.
Package Includes:
- 8 nights’ hotel accommodations
- One Way Amtrak® from Chicago to Santa Fe in Roomette accomodations; meals included in Dining car.
- Dinner at Tuscany in Chicago
- Choice of Chicago City Tour
- Historic Tour of Santa Fe
- Breakfast at Grand Depot Cafe (formerly Max and Thelma's Restaurant)
- Round Trip Grand Canyon Railway Excursion
- Canyon Rim Tour with Hot Lunch
- Transfer from Williams to Flagstaff
- Sedona Day Tour
*Sample price does not include transportation to Chicago to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability and time of travel.
Chicago Vacation Options
Hotels in Chicago
Activities in Chicago
Meals in Chicago
Transfers in Chicago
Santa Fe Vacation Options
Hotels in Sante Fe
Activities in Santa Fe
Grand Canyon Vacation Options
Hotels in Grand Canyon
Activities in Grand Canyon
Meals in Grand Canyon
Transfers in Grand Canyon
Flagstaff Vacation Options
Hotels in Flagstaff
Activities in Flagstaff
Transfers in Flagstaff
Sedona Vacation Options
Hotels in Sedona
Activities in Sedona
Transfers in Sedona
SUGGESTED ITINERARY**
DAY 1 Arrive in Chicago
Welcome to Chicago, known as the Windy City or the Second City. Take a walk down the Magnificent Mile for world-class shopping, dining and attractions or take in a Broadway show. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 2 Enjoy Chicago
Enjoy your choice of a Chicago River and Waterfront tour or a standard city tour.The best way to see the city is by boat. A dinner at Tuscany is included. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 3 Chicago to Santa Fe
Transfer on your own to Chicago’s Union Station and board Amtrak’s Southwest Chief with sleeping car accommodations. (Overnight on Train)
DAY 4 Arrive in Santa Fe
Santa Fe is known as a treasure for art, culture, cuisine and it's views of serene mountains. (Overnight in Santa Fe)
DAY 5 Experience Santa Fe
Meet your guide and experience the historic sites, artwork and landscape of Santa Fe. (Overnight in Sante Fe)
DAY 6 Santa Fe to Williams / Grand Canyon
Upon arrival in Williams Junction, Arizona, you will be transfered to Williams and the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. Enjoy a good nights sleep before awakening for your adventure to the Grand Canyon. (Overnight in Williams)
DAY 7 Journey to the Grand Canyon aboard the Grand Canyon Railway
Enjoy a breakfast at Grand Depot Cafe (formerly Max and Thelma's Restaurant) and be sure not to miss the morning shootout before boarding. Enjoy a tour of the Canyon upon arrival. (Overnight in the Canyon)
DAY 8 Grand Canyon to Flagstaff
Enjoy your last morning in the Canyon. Mid-morning departure from Grand Canyon to Flagstaff, located on the famous Route 66. (Overnight in Flagstaff)
DAY 9 Sedona Day Tour
Wake up refreshed and be ready to witness the red rocks of Sedona, voted one of the most beautiful places on earth to visit. You will also have free time to explore downtown Sedona and it's many shops and restaurants. (Overnight in Flagstaff)
DAY 10 Vacation Ends in Flagstaff
Bid Farewell to this awe-inspiring area of natural beauty. At this point you have many options to choose from:
- Return to Chicago on the Southwest Chief
- Continue on the Southwest Chief to Los Angeles and San Diego to expierence these very popular West Coast Destinations
- Expierence Phoenix/Scottsdale and fly home from Phoenix.
Los Angeles Vacation Options
Hotels in Los Angeles
Activities in Los Angeles
Meals in Los Angeles
Transfers in Los Angeles
San Diego Vacation Options
Hotels in San Diego
Activities in San Diego
Meals in San Diego
Phoenix/Scottsdale Vacation Options
Hotels in Phoenix/Scotsdale
Activities in Phoenix/Scottsdale
All of these options are in addition to the price listed above.
*Sample prices are based on our highest demand travel period, per person based on double occupancy, tax included. Amtrak travel is for coach accommodations. Prices are subject to change without notice, and all rates are based upon availability at time of reservation.
**Unless activity is shown as included, all activities described in this itinerary are for suggestion purposes only.
***Travel dates and pricing may vary. Pricing is to be used as a reference only. Price at time of printing for July travel.
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