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Grand Rail Experience Roundtrip from Washington, D.C.

$2,649 - 14 Days

• Chicago >
• Santa Fe >
• Grand Canyon >
• Flagstaff >

Beginning in the nation’s capital, this 14-day train journey is the best way to experience what it’s like to traverse across America by rail. You’ll travel along some of Amtrak’s most famous routes and have the opportunity to see amazing landscapes that few travelers get to. Visit the exciting cities of Washington, D.C., Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles, and New Orleans! An adventure like this is sure to leave you with treasured memories for years to come.

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Highlights:

• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago
• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Seattle*
• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Los Angeles
• Sightseeing city tour of New Orleans

*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. PACKAGE ALSO INCLUDES:

• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Washington, D.C. to Chicago; Chicago to Seattle; Seattle to Los Angeles; Los Angeles to New Orleans; New Orleans to Washington, D.C. onboard the Empire Builder®, Coast Starlight®, Sunset Limited®, Crescent®, and Capitol Limited®
• 6 nights’ hotel accommodations; 7 nights’ onboard Amtrak

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Disclaimer:

Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Prices do not include rail from your hometown. Please call for pricing. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodations unless otherwise noted. Upgrades to Roomette or Bedroom accommodations on board Amtrak are available. Call for pricing. Other restrictions may apply. Activities referenced in the itinerary during free time are for suggested purposes only and are not included. Seasonal activity (if applicable): During the off-season, some tours may not be available. In this case, a similar tour will be substituted. Passports (if applicable): Passports are required when crossing the Canadian border. Amtrak and Amtrak Vacations are registered service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.

DAY 1              YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN WASHINGTON, D.C. Board Amtrak’s Capitol Limited train for your journey west to Washington, D.C. You’ll traverse through Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana en route to Union Station in Chicago. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 2              CHICAGO After getting settled in, why not use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour to experience the best that Chicago has to offer? Then, you may want to explore on your own and discover a great place to indulge in some traditional deep-dish pizza. (Overnight in Chicago) DAY 3-4           OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Travel on your own to Union Station in Chicago to board the Empire Builder train to the west coast. Along the way to Seattle, you’ll pass through the states of Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, and Washington. Enjoy all the amenities and onboard experiences the Empire Builder has to offer. There’s really nothing quite like riding a train across America. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 5               SEATTLE Today you will arrive in the Emerald City, Seattle. Check into your hotel and get ready for a fun couple of days exploring. There is plenty to do and see in this beautiful city. (Overnight in Seattle) DAY 6              SEATTLE Make use of your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour to visit all of Seattle’s top landmarks and attractions. Some highlights will include Chinatown, Pike Place Market, the Waterfront, and much, much more. (Overnight in Seattle) DAY 7              OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Travel on your own to King Street Station and board the Coast Starlight for your trip down to Los Angeles. Along the way, take in the Pacific Ocean, stunning landscapes, and the onboard experiences that so many travelers have come to love. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 8              LOS ANGELES Welcome to the City of Angels! After checking into your hotel, settle in for the evening or step out to enjoy the city lights. (Overnight in Los Angeles) DAY 9              OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour to get to know this world-famous city! Highlights of today’s tour include Beverly Hills, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Strip, Santa Monica, Olvera Street, Chinatown, Venice Beach Boardwalk, and plenty more! Later, travel on your own to Union Station and board the Sunset Limited to New Orleans. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 10            OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK You’ll spend the entire morning, afternoon, and night onboard the Sunset Limited, taking in the sights and experiences of this iconic route. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 11             NEW ORLEANS After passing through Texas and Louisiana, the train will arrive in New Orleans. Check into your hotel and get some rest. Tomorrow, you will get to explore the Big Easy. (Overnight in New Orleans) DAY 12            NEW ORLEANS Experience New Orleans on a guided sightseeing city tour. Your tour will take you all around the City that Care Forgot to see the French Quarter, historic Jackson Square, the cemeteries known as the “Cities of the Dead”, and many other incredible stops. (Overnight in New Orleans) DAY 13            OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK                                Check out of your hotel and travel to the Amtrak station to board your final train back to Washington, D.C., where your roundtrip vacation ends. The Crescent rides the rails through Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) DAY 14            YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN WASHINGTON, D.C. Legend for meals: B - Breakfast, BR - Brunch, L - Lunch, D - Dinner

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