Grand Canyon Discovery
10 Days / 9 Nights
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The Grand Canyon has long been described as something to experience at least once in a lifetime. Enjoy a short stay in Chicago before boarding the Southwest Chief® and heading to Arizona and the Grand Canyon. En route, you will make a stop in Santa Fe, 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. At the end of this excursion, return to Chicago or continue on to Phoenix or Los Angeles.
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Highlights
- Walking tour of Santa Fe
- One-way aboard Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon
- Grand Canyon Rim tour with lunch
- Guided jeep tour in Sedona
Package Also Includes:
- One-way Amtrak® from Chicago to Santa Fe in Roomette accommodations; meals included in Dining car
- One-way Amtrak® from Santa Fe to Williams Junction in Coach accommodations
- 8 nights’ hotel accommodations; one night’s sleeping accommodations on board Amtrak®
- 3 meals included (1 breakfast, 2 dinners)
- One-way shuttle transfer from Maswik Lodge in the Grand Canyon to Flagstaff
- Roundtrip transfer from Flagstaff to Sedona
*Sample price does not include transportation to Chicago to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.
DAY 1 YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN CHICAGO
Welcome to Chicago! Take a walk down the Magnificent Mile for world-class shopping, dining and attractions. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 2 CHICAGO
Enjoy a hop-on / hop-off city tour of Chicago. Then, after a fun day of sightseeing, enjoy your included dinner at a popular Chicago restaurant.
(Overnight in Chicago) D
DAY 3 OVERNIGHT ABOARD AMTRAK®
Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to Santa Fe. Enjoy dinner on the train in the Dining car before settling into your private Roomette sleeping accommodations. (Overnight on the train) D
DAY 4 SANTA FE
Santa Fe is known as a treasure for art, culture, cuisine and its views of serene mountains. Enjoy a free day exploring all that Santa Fe has to offer. (Overnight in Santa Fe)
DAY 5 SANTA FE
Today, enjoy a guided walking tour of Santa Fe. Meet your guide and experience the historic sights, artwork and landscape of this culturally rich Southwestern city. (Overnight in Santa Fe)
DAY 6 SANTA FE TO WILLIAMS JUNCTION
Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to Williams Junction. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. Enjoy a good night’s sleep before awakening for your adventure to the Grand Canyon. (Overnight in Williams Junction)
DAY 7 WILLIAMS JUNCTION TO GRAND CANYON
Enjoy your included breakfast at the Grand Depot Café and be sure not to miss the morning shootout before boarding the Grand Canyon Railway. Enjoy a canyon tour of the South Rim with lunch. (Overnight in the Canyon) B
DAY 8 GRAND CANYON TO FLAGSTAFF
Today, be sure to take in the fresh canyon air. Spend some of your free time enjoying the sights of the Canyon before departing in the early afternoon for Flagstaff with a roundtrip transfer. (Overnight in Flagstaff)
DAY 9 FLAGSTAFF/SEDONA TOUR
Wake up refreshed and ready to witness the Red Rocks of Sedona with your included jeep tour. Relive early cowboy days with tales of murder and moonshine on this special, scenic tour. After, you’ll return to Flagstaff with your roundtrip transfer from Sedona. (Overnight in Flagstaff)
DAY 10 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN FLAGSTAFF
LEGEND FOR MEALS: B – Breakfast, BR – Brunch, L – Lunch, D - Dinner
*Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Prices do not reflect the Early Booking Discount (EBD) where you can save up to $300 per couple. Amtrak® travel is for Coach accommodations unless otherwise noted. Other restrictions may apply. Activities referenced in trip itinerary during free time are for suggested purposes only and are not included.
Not Included:
*Sample price does not include transportation to Chicago to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.
Not Included:
*Sample price does not include transportation to Chicago to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.
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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.
SuperlinerTo 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.
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ViewlinerTo 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. |
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Seating AccommodationsThe availability of these options varies depending on your route and the kind of train equipment in use. |
Coach ClassCoach 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. |