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Glacier Park Discovery Escorted Tour

9 Day / 8 Night Journey from $3,490**

  • Chicago>
  • Glacier Park>
  • Waterton Lakes>
  • Seattle

Come and experience one of the most pristine natural environments in the world. Glacier National Park borders Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada. The two parks are known as Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park and were designated as the world’s first International Peace Park in 1932. They are also designated Biosphere Reserves and World Heritage sites by the United Nations. It is a trip with sites and experiences you are sure to remember.

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Package Includes:

  • Six nights’ hotel accommodations, two nights’ sleeping accommodations on board the train
  • One-way Amtrak® from Chicago to Glacier National Park and from Glacier National Park to Seattle in Roomette accommodations. (Bedroom accommodations are available)
  • Wine & cheese welcome reception in Chicago
  • Tour of Chicago with transfer to Amtrak station
  • 17 meals (8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 7 dinners)
  • Two tours inside Glacier National Park
  • One Boat Cruise and one local show in Glacier
  • Tour of Seattle
  • Services of an Amtrak Vacations Tour Guide for the duration of tour
  • Travel Portfolio
  • All taxes
  • Most Gratuities, see not included below
  • Meal gratuities included on all meals except on board the Amtrak train.

Special Programs

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  • Transportation to Chicago and from Seattle to start/end your journey
  • Gratuity for Sleeping Car Attendants
  • Gratuity for Tour Escort
  • Gratuity for Amtrak Dining Car

DAY 1 Arrive & Explore Chicago
Welcome to Chicago, take a walk down the Magnificent Mile for world-class shopping, dining and attractions. A pre-tour wine reception will be held to meet your guide and fellow travelers. (Overnight at Palmer House Hilton)

DAY 2 Chicago to Glacier on board Amtrak’s Empire Builder®
Enjoy a tour of Chicago with lunch before transferring to Chicago’s Union Station to begin your rail journey. (Overnight on train) B, L, D

DAY 3 Enjoy the day on board the train
Enjoy the day on board the train as you come into Glacier in the early Evening. After arrival, you will check into the rustic Glacier Park Lodge. (Overnight at Glacier Park Lodge) B, L, D

DAY 4 International Peace Park Tour
After your included breakfast, take a full-day tour inside Glacier National Park, and cross the Canadian Border to Waterton Lakes National Park. Lunch is on your own. We suggest afternoon tea at the Prince of Wales Hotel, one of the most photographed hotels in the world. Passports are Required to cross the Canadian Border. Afternoon Tea must be booked in advance (Overnight at Glacier Park Lodge) B,D

DAY 5 Glacier National Park
After breakfast, you will depart for the Many Glacier Hotel along the “Going to the Sun Road”. You will also be treated to a spectacular boat cruise on Swift Current Lake followed by entertainment after dinner. (Overnight at Many Glacier Hotel) B, D

DAY 6 Many Glacier Crown of the Continent Tour
Your journey starts on the rugged eastern slopes and follows the glacially carved valleys of the St. Mary’s region. Continue down the west side of the park for an optional lunch at Lake McDonald Lodge. (Overnight at Many Glacier Hotel) B, D

DAY 7 Last Day In Glacier
Enjoy your final day of relaxation inside Glacier National Park. After breakfast, you will transfer back to the Glacier Park Lodge and board Amtrak’s Empire Builder to Seattle. (Overnight on Train) B, D

DAY 8 Arrive in Seattle
This morning you will arrive in Seattle, known as the Emerald City. After a city tour, you will have some free time before your finale dinner. (Overnight at Crowne Plaza) B, D

DAY 9 Tour Ends in Seattle
Your tour will end in Seattle. At this point, you may extend your tour independently into Victoria, Vancouver or South into California or we can arrange for your transportation home. B

Legend for Meals:
B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner

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Not Included:
  • Transportation to Chicago and from Seattle to start/end your journey
  • Gratuity for Sleeping Car Attendants
  • Gratuity for Tour Escort
  • Gratuity for Amtrak Dining Car

2012 Escorted Tours Are Now Available


2012 Dates Double Single Save Up To:
June 23 - July 1 $3,490 $4,620 $300 pp
July 7 - 15 $3,490 $4,620 $300 pp
July 14 - 22 $3,490 $4,620 $300 pp
August 4 - 12 $3,490 $4,620 $300 pp
August 18 - 26 $3,490 $4,620 $300 pp
Upgrade to Bedroom $650 $1,300

 

Prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at time of booking.  Prices above do NOT include the Early Booking Discount. (EBD) EBD will reduce as customers book each departure.  The earlier one books, the greater chance of receiving the highest EBD.  If at any time, the price of any escorted tour is reduced, the price will be adjusted for ALL existing bookings. Amtrak, Amtrak Vacations, Empire Builder are registered service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

 

Payment Terms
$300 Per Person Non-refundable Deposit
Final payment due 75 days prior to Departure
Full payment required 75 or less days prior to departure


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Not Included:
  • Transportation to Chicago and from Seattle to start/end your journey
  • Gratuity for Sleeping Car Attendants
  • Gratuity for Tour Escort
  • Gratuity for Amtrak Dining Car

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Sleeping & Seating

Sleeping Accommodations

Amtrak trains traveling on long-distance routes typically use either two-level Superliner or one-level Viewliner train car equipment, each of which include bedrooms arranged in various configurations and private and public bathrooms and showers.

Superliner

To learn more about Superliner room amenities and to view room schematics and QuickTime Virtual Tours, click on the links associated with each bedroom type below. Or launch the 3D tour to interactively explore the rooms in greater detail.

 

Superliner 3D Tour

 

Viewliner

To learn more about Viewliner room amenities and to view room schematics and QuickTime Virtual Tours, click on the links associated with each bedroom type below. Or launch the 3D tour to interactively explore the rooms in greater detail.

Viewliner 3D Tour

 

Seating Accommodations

The availability of these options varies depending on your route and the kind of train equipment in use.

Coach Class

Coach class seats are available on all Amtrak trains except Acela Express trains.

On most long-distance trains, we provide extra-spacious Coach Class seating with leg rests designed to enhance your comfort for long or overnight trips.