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USA TRAIN VACATIONS National Parks & the Wild West * America’s Great National Parks * Yellowstone & Glacier Adventure * America’s Parks & Monuments with Mt. Rushmore * Western Treasures & Natural Wonders * America’s Beautiful West * Great Parks of the Southwest * Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta * Colorado Rail Adventure * Fall Colors, Scenic Trains & Martha’s Vineyard * Autumn in New England * New England, Montreal & Quebec City * America Coast to Coast with Glacier National Park Empire Builder with Glacier National Park Glacier National Park Escape Glacier National Park Hosted Experience Grand Canyon Rails to the Rim Grand Canyon & the West Coast Canyons, Glaciers & Waterfalls California Zephyr with Yosemite New Orleans Express Memphis & New Orleans Hosted Experience California Zephyr with Yellowstone New Orleans, DC & New York City

RAIL-CRUISE VACATIONS Ocean Cruise Empire Builder, Glacier & Alaska Cruise Yosemite & Denali National Parks with Cruise Southwest Chief & the Panama Canal Canada’s Rockies & Alaska Cruise Trans Canada By Rail & Alaska By Sea Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise River Cruise Coast Starlight & Columbia River Cruise Journey along the Upper Mississippi River Memphis-New Orleans Rail-River Journey Quebec to Toronto along the St. Lawrence Seaway Burgundy & Provence Jewels of Central Europe Rail-Cruise Match-Up

WINTER RAIL VACATIONS 2014/2015 Winter Escape to the Grand Canyon Snow Zephyr Experience European Christmas Markets Winter in the Rockies Winter in Eastern Canada Winter in Western Canada

CANADA TRAIN VACATIONS Calgary Stampede & the Rockies * Across Canada By Train Canadian Rail Adventure Canada: Coast to Coast Trans Canada by Rail & the Rockies Trans Canada by Rail with Jasper Best of the Rockies Canadian Rockies with Lake Louise & Banff Canadian Rockies By Rail Lakes, Mountains & the Rockies Quebec to the Maritimes

EUROPE TRAIN VACATIONS Scenic Switzerland By Train * Rome, Florence & Venice Geneva & Lucerne with Mont Blanc Best of Western Europe London, Paris & Rome by Rail Paris & the French Riviera Prague, Vienna & Budapest Vienna, Salzburg & Munich

LUXURY & BEYOND Royal Scotsman Central Europe Classic Trans-Siberian Express Dar es Salaam to Cape Town Good Hope Adventure Ecuador By Rail * Highlights of Peru *

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* denotes escorted tour. All other vacations are independent or locally-hosted

USAAmerica’s majestic mountain peaks, lush prairies and sprawling plains are the ever-changing backdrop for USA train vacations. Board the country’s iconic long-distance trains like the California Zephyr connecting San Francisco and Chicago by way of the Rocky Mountains and the Empire Builder traveling the storied pioneer route between Chicago across the Northern Prairies to Seattle en route to busting cities and important historic sites and attractions. With a rich history aligned with the country’s national parks, America’s long-distance trains offer links to Glacier National Park, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite—some of the most popular train vacation destinations throughout the United States.

The beauty of a rail vacation is it begins the moment you step aboard the train and settle into your comfortable on-board accommodations. Select the accommodation level that best suits your travel needs:

Coach accommodations include spacious reclining seats with leg rests, fold-down trays and individual reading lights.

Roomette accommodations are cozy cabins ideal for 1-2 travelers. Daytime configuration features 2 reclining seats beside a picture window, which convert to upper and lower berths at night. Compartment dimensions: 3’6” x 6’6”

Bedroom accommodations are best for 2 travelers. During the day, relax on a large sofa and 1 reclining chair next to a picture window; nighttime configuration features an upper and lower berth. Bedrooms include a private en suite toilet, sink and shower. Compartment dimensions: 6’6” x 7’6”

Ask a rail specialist about family bedrooms and accessible bedrooms.

During your time on the train, enjoy a hot meal in the Dining car or the café, and be sure to relax with your fellow travelers in the Sightseer Lounge, the glass-walled observation car offering panoramic views of the passing scenery.

While many of our USA train vacations include overnight travel aboard one of Amtrak’s iconic long-distance trains, there is a nice selection of packages that feature daylight excursions aboard historic trains like Colorado’s Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway, New England’s Conway Scenic Railroad and many more.

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Amtrak’s California Zephyr

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National Parks & the Wild West

America’s Great National Parks

Chapel of Transfiguration Mesa Arch

Roomette: $345Bedroom: $625

Roomette: $525Bedroom: $1,395

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August 23 June 16 • July 14August 16 • September 6

$2,899per person (Double Occupancy)


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Embark on an adventure through Cowboy Country on this rail tour across America’s western frontier. Your Wild West explorations get underway with a visit to Jackson, the Gateway to Grand Teton National Park, and continue into Montana’s Big Sky Country where you can be a cowboy for a day. Visit Yellowstone National Park; Buffalo Bill’s stomping grounds in Cody; and Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road, one of America’s most famous roadways.

n HIGHLIGHTS Jackson Hole • Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone National Park • Buffalo Bill Historic Center • Glacier National Park

n TRAIN Amtrak’s California Zephyr

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (1 night on train) • Hotel accommodations for 10 nights including 3 nights at the 320 Ranch and Resort • 17 meals including a chuckwagon supper • Float trip on the Snake River through Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone National Park touring including Old Faithful • Visit to Charles Russell’s home and studio • Glacier National Park including the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

12 days • Escorted 14 days • EscortedThe name says it all! Explore six of North America’s great national parks on one spectacular train tour. Drink in the natural beauty that awaits you from the northern prairies and Yellowstone’s geysers, fumaroles and natural wonders to the red rocks of Moab, the rugged Colorado Rockies and Glacier National Park.

n HIGHLIGHTS Glacier National Park • Waterton Lakes National Park • Yellowstone National Park • Grand Teton National Park • Arches National Park Canyonlands National Park

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Empire Builder and California Zephyr

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 11 nights including a 3-night stay at Glacier Park Lodge and 2 nights inside Yellowstone National Park • 22 meals including lunch at the Prince of Wales Hotel • Glacier National Park including the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Waterton Peace Park and boat cruise • Yellowstone National Park touring • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

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Yellowstone & Glacier Adventure By Rail

America’s Parks & Monumentswith Mt. Rushmore

Old Faithful Mt. Rushmore National Memorial





June 17 • July 11 • August 10 September 2 July 8 • September 9, 16




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Follow America’s pioneer trail as you set off on a rail adventure to three of America’s national parks and popular natural attractions. Travel by train to Salt Lake City where your discovery of the West begins with a tour of Utah’s state capital and continues to Grand Teton, Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks.

n HIGHLIGHTS Salt Lake City • National Oregon/California Trail Center • Jackson Hole • Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone National Park Glacier National Park

n TRAINS Amtrak’s California Zephyr and Empire Builder

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights including 3 nights in Yellowstone National Park and 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge • 17 meals including lunch in the Mural Room at Jackson Lake Lodge • Touring in Grand Teton National Park • Salt Lake City tour • Yellowstone National Park touring including Upper and Lower Falls and Old Faithful • Glacier National Park including the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

11 days • Escorted 11 days • EscortedRugged frontier towns and national historic sites are hallmarks of this well-planned rail tour through the Old West. Travel by train to Utah and continue on to the Cowboy town of Jackson, Gateway to Grand Teton National Park; Yellowstone with its geysers, hot springs and fumaroles; the town of Cody, bursting with Buffalo Bill heritage; and, the Badlands of South Dakota and its historic national sites including Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial.

n HIGHLIGHTS Jackson Hole • Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone National Park • Buffalo Bill Center of the West Museum • Mt. Rushmore National Memorial • Crazy Horse Memorial • Badlands National Park


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (1 night on train) • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including 2 nights in Yellowstone National Park and 1 night at Ucross Ranch • 12 meals including a Chuckwagon supper • Float trip on the Snake River through Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone touring including the Lower Loop and Old Faithful • Visit to Buffalo Bill Center of the West Museum • Mt. Rushmore National Memorial • Crazy Horse Memorial • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager


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Western Treasures& Natural Wonders America’s Beautiful West

Grand Canyon Yosemite National Park



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July 25 • September 2 September 2 • September 16




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Explore the western treasures found in six storied national parks on a rail tour across the Southwest to the country’s natural wonders including one of the world’s top attractions, the Grand Canyon; Bryce Canyon’s wind-sculpted hoodoos, Zion National Park’s hanging gardens, Yellowstone’s impressive geothermal activity and Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road.

n HIGHLIGHTS Grand Canyon National Park • Zion National Park • Bryce Canyon National Park • Salt Lake City • Jackson Hole • Grand Teton National Park • Yellowstone National Park • Glacier National Park

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief and Empire Builder

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 11 nights • 22 meals including dinner in the Rainbow Room of Wahweap Lodge in Lake Powell and a Chuckwagon supper • Open-air tram through Zion National Park • Yellowstone National Park touring • Glacier National Park including the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

14 days • Escorted 14 days • EscortedThe “best of the West” awaits you on this spectacular train tour! Travel across scenic vistas to must-see destinations like the gaping Grand Canyon, Las Vegas’s pulsating Strip, Yosemite National Park’s waterfalls and Sequoia groves; San Francisco and more!

n HIGHLIGHTS Grand Canyon National Park • Las Vegas • Yosemite National Park • Sacramento • San Francisco • Salt Lake City • Rocky Mountains

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, San Joaquin and California Zephyr

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 11 nights including a 2-night stay in Fisherman’s Wharf and 2 nights on the Las Vegas Strip • 22 meals • South Rim tour of the Grand Canyon • Salt Lake City tour • Las Vegas Strip excursion • San Francisco city tour including Golden Gate Park • Yosemite National Park tram tour • Muir Woods tour • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

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Great Parksof the Southwest

AlbuquerqueBalloon Fiesta

Grand Canyon Balloon Fiesta



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May 11 • September 13 September 26




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Discover the scenic Southwest on a rail tour through Canyon Country! Your adventure includes an excursion aboard the vintage Grand Canyon Railway to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon; Kanab, the backdrop for many famous Western movies; the pink rocks and spires of Bryce Canyon National Park; the red rocks of Moab and more!

n HIGHLIGHTS Grand Canyon National Park • Antelope Canyon • Kanab • Zion National Park • Bryce Canyon National Park • Escalante National Park • Capitol Reef National Park • Dead Horse Point State Park Moab

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief and California Zephyr • Grand Canyon Railway

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights including 2 nights at the Grand Canyon • 18 meals including lunch in the Rainbow Room of Wahweap Lodge in Lake Powell • Excursion aboard the Grand Canyon Railway to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon • Open-air tram tour of Zion National Park • Float trip on the Colorado River • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

11 days • Escorted 9 days • EscortedAlbuquerque’s 44th annual International Balloon Fiesta is the cornerstone of this fall tour through the Southwest. You’ll have access to Balloon Field to watch as hundreds of colorful hot-air balloons are launched into New Mexico’s sky.

n HIGHLIGHTS Arches National Park • Anasazi Heritage Center • Mesa Verde National Park • Ouray • Rancho de Chimayo • Santa Fe Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

n TRAIN Amtrak’s California Zephyr • Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • Rail Runner

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (1 night on train) • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights • 11 meals including breakfast on Balloon Field in the Chaser’s Club lounge • Admission to Albuquerque’s International Balloon Fiesta including Dawn Patrol, Mass Ascension, and Night Glow • Rail excursion aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • City tours in Santa Fe and Albuquerque • Rail Runner from Santa Fe to Albuquerque • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager


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Colorado Rail AdventureFall Colors, Scenic Trains

& Martha’s Vineyard

Durango & Silverton Boston in the Fall

July 10 • July 17 September 11 • October 2 September 24 • October 1




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Explore the Colorado Rockies by rail on a classic circle tour beginning and ending in Denver. A hallmark of this extraordinary itinerary is travel aboard six remarkable standard and narrow gauge railways to summits of more than 14,000 feet, each offering views more breathtaking than the next!

n HIGHLIGHTS Colorado Springs • Garden of the Gods • Durango • San Juan Mountains • Toltec Gorge • La Veta • Great Sand Dunes National Park • Hanging Bridge

n TRAINS Georgetown Loop Railroad • Pike’s Peak Cog Railway • Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Rio Grande Scenic Railroad • Royal Gorge Route Railway

n INCLUSIONS • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights • 13 meals • Scenic rail excursions • Garden of the Gods • Scenic drive across Ute, Trout Creek Pass, and Wolf Creek Pass • Visit to Great Sand Dunes National Park • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

8 days • Escorted 10 days • EscortedNew England’s brilliant fall colors will dazzle you on this spectacular seasonal tour. Experience stunning fall foliage on a series of scenic train excursions and lake cruises as you travel through Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Connecticut.

n HIGHLIGHTS Boston • White Mountains • Echo Lake • Lake Winnipesaukee Old Sturbridge Village • Essex • Mystic Seaport • Hyannis Martha’s Vineyard

n TRAINS Maine Eastern Railroad • Conway Scenic Railroad • Cape Cod Central Railroad • Amtrak’s Vermonter

n INCLUSIONS • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights • 12 meals including a lobster dinner • Scenic rail excursions • Boston city tour including the Freedom Trail • Lake Winnipesaukee and Hyannis harbor cruises • Gillette Castle • Martha’s Vineyard excursion including Edgartown • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

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Autumn in New England

Fall Colors ofNew England, Quebec &

Montreal

Conway Scenic Railroad Montreal

September 27 • October 4 September 27




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The fiery red, yellows and burnt oranges of New England’s annual fall foliage are the perfect backdrop for this fall tour through the region. Marvel at the brilliant colors as you travel by rail and motorcoach into the heart of autumn scenery, visiting quintessential New England towns and attractions.

n HIGHLIGHTS Boston • Franconia Notch State Park • Mark Twain House & Museum • Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Home • Mystic Seaport Breaker’s Mansion • Cape Cod • Kennedy Hyannis Museum

n TRAINS Conway Scenic Railroad • Cape Cod Central Railroad • Amtrak’s Vermonter

n INCLUSIONS • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights • 10 meals including a lobster dinner • Scenic rail excursions • Boston city tour including the Freedom Trail • Visit to Mark Twain’s House & Museum and Harriett Beecher Stowe’s home • Excursion to the Breaker’s Mansion • Hyannis city tour • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

8 days • Escorted 11 days • EscortedScenic rail excursions, grand hotel stays and vibrant fall colors are hallmarks of this seasonal tour through New England and French Canada. Beginning in Boston, travel into New Hampshire for 3 scenic train journeys and through Vermont en route to French Canada for stays in Montreal and within the Old City walls in Quebec City. Return to the USA with visits to Bar Harbor, Portland and Cape Ann.

n HIGHLIGHTS Boston • Lake Winnipesaukee • Crawford Notch • Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream • Montreal • Quebec City • Bar Harbor • Acadia National Park • Cape Ann • Rockport

n TRAINS Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad • Mt. Washington Cog Railway • Conway Scenic Railroad • VIA Rail’s Corridor Service

n INCLUSIONS • Hotel accommodations for 10 nights including 2 nights at the Omni Mt. Washington Resort, 2 nights at the Bar Harbor Grand Hotel and 1 night at Rockport’s Emerson Inn by the Sea • 14 meals including a New England Lobster Bake • Scenic rail excursions • City tours in Montreal and Quebec City • Visit to Montmorency Falls including dinner at the top of the Falls • Visit to Acadia National Park • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

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USA

Fun Fact: Many of Glacier National Park’s most famous attractions are open only 100 days out of the year.

America Coast to Coastwith Glacier

Empire Builder withGlacier National Park

Roomette: From $773Bedroom: From $1,215

Roomette: From $459Bedroom: From $1,195



Departs dailyJune 18 - September 8

Departs dailyJune 18 - September 12


Roundtrip Chicago from $1,699Roundtrip Seattle from $1,445Chicago to Seattle (or reverse) from $1,645per person (Double Occupancy)

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Discover the best of the northern USA as you travel from coast to coast by train with a special 4-night stay at Glacier National Park. Your epic cross-country adventure includes stays in the Emerald City, Seattle; the Crown of the Continent, Glacier National Park including the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road, Chicago and New York City.

n HIGHLIGHTS Pike Place Market • Space Needle • Glacier National Park Chicago’s Magnificent Mile • New York City’s Times Square

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Empire Builder and Lake Shore Limited

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (3 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 10 nights including 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge and 2 nights at Many Glacier Lodge • Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Swiftcurrent Lake boat cruise • Seattle hop-on/hop-off tour • Chicago hop-on/hop-off trolley tour • New York City hop-on/hop-off double-decker bus tour

14 days • Independent 7 days • IndependentDiscover the natural beauty of the Crown of the Continent on a scenic train vacation to one of America’s best-loved national parks, Glacier. Travel the northern pioneer route to Glacier National Park for a 4-night stay and exceptional sightseeing.

n HIGHLIGHTS Many Glacier • Swiftcurrent Lake • Going-to-the-Sun Road • Seattle

n TRAIN Amtrak’s Empire Builder

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 4 nights including 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge and 2 nights at Many Glacier Lodge • Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Swiftcurrent Lake boat cruise • Roundtrip transfers between Glacier Park Lodge and Many Glacier Lodge

Glacier National Park

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11Vacations By Rail has more than 15 vacations to Glacier National Park

Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park (left) | Jammer (right)

Glacier National ParkEscape

Drink in the beauty of the northwestern United States on a train journey to the region’s top destination, Glacier National Park. Board Amtrak’s Empire Builder for the overnight journey into Big Sky Country and stunning Glacier National Park. All of the park’s best attractions are on display during your stay including wildlife viewing at Goat Lick and breathtaking alpine views along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.

n HIGHLIGHTS Marias Pass • Izaak Walton Inn • Lake McDonald • Going-to-the- Sun Road • St. Mary Valley


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge • Big Sky Circle tour including wildlife viewing at Goat Lick and a stop at the historic Izaak Walton Inn • Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses

5 days • Independent

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is home to more than 25 glaciers, hundreds of lakes and waterfalls, thousands of plant species, and copious wildlife. Explore the park’s most popular sights and attractions at your leisure. In addition to ample time to see and do what you like when you like, you have the added benefit of a Vacations By Rail local host available to assist with tour suggestions and reservations in and around Glacier National Park!

n HIGHLIGHTS Going-to-the-Sun Road • St. Mary Valley • Swiftcurent Lake Whitefish


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (1 night on train) • Hotel accommodations for 4 nights including 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge and 2 nights at Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish • 4 meals • Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Services of a Vacations By Rail local host



August 7 • September 4


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Glacier National ParkHosted Experience

Roomette: From $295Bedroom: From $781


Departs dailyJune 20 – September 14

Roundtrip Chicago, roundtrip Seattle, and Chicago to Seattle (or reverse) $1,395per person (Double Occupancy)

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6 days • Locally-Hosted


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Grand Canyon& the West Coast

Golden Gate BridgeCoconino Canyon



Daily departuresMay 1 – October 20


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Discover the beauty and natural wonders of America’s West on this train adventure to popular destinations including one of the world’s top attractions, and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon. Other highlights include a stay in star-studded Los Angeles, rail travel along the dazzling California Coast, and a stay in the City by the Bay, San Francisco.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Grand Canyon National Park • Los Angeles • Universal Studios • San Francisco • Muir Woods • Sausalito

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief and Coast Starlight • Grand Canyon Railway

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including 2 nights in Chicago, 1 night in Williams, 2 nights at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, 2 nights in Los Angeles, and 2 nights in San Francisco • Hop-on/hop-off trolley tour in Chicago • Universal Studios theme park pass • Muir Woods and Sausalito excursion


Grand Canyon Railsto the Rim Adventure

Roomette from $235Bedroom from $570


Daily departures

Los Angeles

From $698

Chicago

From $995

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4 or 6 days • IndependentThe Grand Canyon is one of the world’s most popular attractions. Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World on a southwest rail adventure! Board the Southwest Chief for the overnight journey to Williams Junction, Arizona, Gateway to the Grand Canyon. The adventure continues with stays in historic railway hotels, travel aboard the vintage Grand Canyon Railway, and sightseeing at the South Rim of the Canyon.

n HIGHLIGHTS Grand Canyon National Park • Desert View Watchtower • Colorado River

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief • Grand Canyon Railway

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights including 1 night at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon (For west coast travelers, hotel accommodations are for 2 nights including 1 night at the South Rim) • Roundtrip train travel aboard the Grand Canyon Railway • Breakfast and dinner at the Grand Depot Café • Grand Canyon South Rim tour • Roundtrip transfers between Williams Junction railway station and Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

per person (Double Occupancy)

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Canyons, Glaciers& Waterfalls

Grinnell Lake

Roomette: $1,709Bedroom: $3,024


Daily departuresJune 9 – September 1


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17 days • IndependentEmbark on a journey to three of America’s best-loved National Parks - Grand Canyon, Yosemite and Glacier - aboard three of the country’s legendary long-distance trains! This scenic circle trip showcases the changing beauty of America’s landscapes, from the plains of the Midwest and the colors of the Southwest to the spectacular Pacific Coast and the northern prairies.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Grand Canyon National Park • Los Angeles • San Francisco Yosemite National Park • Seattle • Glacier National Park

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, Coast Starlight, and Empire Builder • Grand Canyon Railway

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (5 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 11 nights including 2 nights at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge • Big Sky Circle tour in Glacier National Park including travel along the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Grand Canyon South Rim tour • Los Angeles hop-on/hop-off double-decker sightseeing tour • Yosemite National Park excursion • Hop-on/hop-off trolley tour in Chicago

California Zephyr with Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park



Daily departuresMay 1 – October 20


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The only thing more appealing than a train vacation across the Rocky and Sierra Mountain ranges is one that includes a visit to the waterfalls and Giant Sequoia groves of Yosemite National Park. Your excursion to the Yosemite Valley includes such famous sights as El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall and Inspiration Point.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Rocky Mountains • San Francisco • Yosemite National Park


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights • Yosemite National Park tram tour • Hop-on/hop-off trolley tour in Chicago • San Francisco hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour



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New Orleans ExpressMemphis & New Orleans

Hosted Experience

Historic St. Louis Cathedral Audubon Zoo-Park





Departs daily May • September 4




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Discover the magic of New Orleans at your own pace. Connect Chicago and New Orleans with a 1,800-mile roundtrip rail journey aboard the City of New Orleans, rolling across the Mississippi Delta. Soak up Old World charm, admire amazing architecture, taste a world of flavors, and let the music of the city move you during your 3-day stay in the Big Easy.

Upgrade your rail experience by selecting rail transportation aboard a Pullman rail car, available on select dates throughout 2015. Your Pullman rail experience includes your own private compartment aboard the train; meals, wine and spirits onboard, Pullman porters at your service. Rates available upon request.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Jackson Square • French Quarter • Garden District Mississippi River

n TRAIN Amtrak’s City of New Orleans

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights • Hop-on/hop-off trolley tour in Chicago • New Orleans hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour • New Orleans evening jazz cruise

6 days • Independent 6 days • HostedInvigorate your spirit with a soulful vacation to two of the liveliest southern destinations, Memphis and New Orleans. Travel by train to Memphis where your 2-night stay includes a visit to the city’s top music landmarks including Graceland and Sun Studios. Indulge in some of Memphis’ famous barbecue and enjoy the beats of Beale Street before continuing your train journey through the Mississippi Delta to New Orleans with its historic French architecture, acclaimed French-Creole cuisine and lively Jazz music. Learn the secrets behind one of America’s oldest cities on a walking tour through the French Market and Jackson Square and down the quaint streets of the French Quarter.

n HIGHLIGHTS Graceland Mansion • Sun Studios • Rock ‘n Soul Museum • Stax Museum • Beale Street • Jackson Square • St. Louis Cathedral French Quarter

n TRAINS Amtrak’s City of New Orleans

n HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (1 night on train)• Hotel accommodations for 4 nights including 2 nights in Memphis and 2 nights in New Orleans• Memphis music attractions pass including Graceland• Walking tour of New Orleans• Services of a Vacations By Rail local host


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California Zephyrwith Yellowstone

New Orleans, DC &New York City

Yellowstone Hot Springs Capitol Building


Roomette: From $279Bedroom: From $664



Departs dailyMay 1 – October 7 Depart daily




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Travel into the heart of America’s western frontier by rail and car for an adventure to the United States’ first National Park, Yellowstone. Board the legendary California Zephyr for the overnight journey to Utah’s capital, Salt Lake City, where you will pick-up your car rental for the scenic drive through northern Utah, Idaho and Montana to the gates of Yellowstone National Park for 3 days of sightseeing and unbridled exploration and discovery.

n HIGHLIGHTS Rocky Mountains • Salt Lake City • Yellowstone National Park Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone • Old Faithful • Isa Lake San Francisco


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights • 4 breakfasts • 4-day mid-size car rental (taxes not included) • Yellowstone National Park Lower Loop sightseeing excursion including Old Faithful and Isa Lake on the Continental Divide • Full day at leisure to hike trails, go biking or visit the Yellowstone Historic Center

8 days • Independent 12 days • IndependentCombine overnight rail experiences aboard two of America’s long-distance trains with visits to four of the top cities across the Midwest, Deep South and east coast on this new train vacation. Visit Chicago’s lakefront, New Orleans’s French Quarter, Washington DC’s monuments, museums, National Mall and New York City’s vibrant streets with its towering skyscrapers.

n HIGHLIGHTSChicago • Magnificent Mile • New Orleans • French Quarter Washington DC • Lincoln Memorial • Arlington National Cemetery New York City • Statue of Liberty

n TRAINS Amtrak’s City of New Orleans, Crescent and Northeast Regional Service

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on Amtrak (2 nights on train)• Hotel accommodations for 9 nights• French Quarter walking tour• New Orleans Swamp & Bayou tour• New York City sightseeing including Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and 9/11 Memorial• Chicago hop-on/hop-off tour• Washington, DC Old Town trolley tour

American QueenRAIL-CRUISE

Pair rail travel aboard legendary trains in the USA, Canada and Europe with a river or ocean cruise for the best of both worlds. Rail-cruise vacations marry unique travel components and complementary destinations to create well-crafted, seamless travel experiences.

Learn the age-old river lore during a leisurely sail along the USA’s mighty rivers aboard authentic steamboats. Witness the unmistakable sights of Alaska’s stunning Inside Passage — a trip on everyone’s bucket list — aboard sleek ocean liners.Connect modern cities and historic villages while cruising along the waterways in Canada and Europe, with each bend in the river offering a fresh viewpoint to the region’s culture and heritage.

Rail and ocean cruise vacations combine a classic train experience including access to lounge and observation cars and full-course dining aboard the train with a relaxing cruise bound for Alaska, Mexico, Hawaii, the Western Caribbean, the Panama Canal, and Eastern Canada, spectacular ports of call and all of the entertainment and activities you expect from ocean cruising.

Rail and river cruise vacations combine long-distance and regional train experiences in North America and high-speed and regional train service in Europe with small ship cruising, providing travelers with two unique vantage points to experience the region through which you’re traveling and the lovely destinations along your route. Smaller vessels offer more intimate travel experiences with the same great amenities of ocean cruising including delicious meals, excellent entertainment and spectacular sightseeing opportunities.

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ms Maasdam

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Empire Builder,Glacier National Park

& Alaska Cruise15 days • Independent

Prepare for the grandest of visual feasts as you embark on a rail-cruise vacation which encompasses travel across the Northern Prairies into Big Sky Country by rail; two days in the Crown of the Continent, Glacier National Park; and, a breathtaking 7-night cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage with visits to breathtaking ports.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Glacier National Park • Seattle • Juneau • Glacier Bay Sitka • Ketchikan • Victoria, British Columbia


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak including private sleeping accommodations (2 nights on train) • 7-night Alaska cruise aboard Holland America’s ms Westerdam • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights including 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge • 25 meals • Chicago hop-on/hop-off trolley tour • Big Sky Circle tour in Glacier National Park including the Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer buses • Seattle Ride the Ducks tour • Transfers to/from cruise terminal

June 6 • June 27 • August 1

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Alaska’s Inside Passage

Yosemite & DenaliNational Parks with Cruise

From the sparkling waterfalls and Sequoia groves in Yosemite National Park to the tundra and wildlife in Denali National Park, situated in the shadow of Mt. McKinley, this exciting rail-cruise vacation takes travelers on a scenic adventure from the City by the Bay to Glacier Bay—and beyond. Stays in cosmopolitan coastal cities, classic overnight rail travel along the California coast, scenic cruising along Alaska’s Inside Passage, and a rail journey through Alaska’s countryside en route to Anchorage complete this one-of-a-kind vacation.

n HIGHLIGHTS San Francisco • Yosemite National Park • Seattle • Vancouver Ketchikan • Juneau • Skagway • Glacier Bay • Seward • Denali National Park • Anchorage

n TRAINS Amtrak’s Coast Starlight and Cascades Service • McKinley Explorer

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak including private sleeping accommodations (1 night on train) • 7-night Alaska cruise aboard Holland America’s ms Oosterdam • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including 3 nights in Denali National Park • 22 meals • Excursion to Yosemite National Park • Tundra Wilderness tour in Denali National Park • Seattle Ride the Ducks tour • Rail excursion aboard the McKinley Explorer


May 4 • June 15 • July 13, 27 August 24


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Other cruise lines available. See page 23. Other cruise lines available. See page 23


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Southwest Chief & Panama Canal Cruise

Set off for an 18-day rail-cruise vacation across America’s west to Los Angeles by train and to seaside destinations in Mexico and Central America en route to your journey through the Panama Canal and onward to Miami by cruise ship. Indulge in your ship’s onboard amenities and drink in the vibrant colors and cultures in each unique destination during your rail-sail adventure.

n HIGHLIGHTSLos Angeles • Cabo San Lucas • Puerto Vallarta • Huatulco Puerto Chiapas • Puntarena • Panama Canal • Cartagena

n TRAIN Amtrak’s Southwest Chief

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation aboard Amtrak including private sleeping accommodations (2 nights on train)• 14-night cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star• Hotel accommodations for 1 night• 45 meals• Los Angeles hop-on/hop-off tour• Transfers to/from cruise terminal


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Canada’s Rockies& Alaska Cruise

15 days • IndependentStunning sights are around every turn as you take in the best of the Canadian Rockies by rail and Alaska’s Inside Passage by cruise. The adventure begins with your arrival in Calgary and transfer to the resort town of Banff. Uncover the history of Canada’s first national park before continuing to tranquil Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, and depart on an overnight train ride to Vancouver, the Gateway to Alaska. Your journey west continues as you embark on a 7-night cruise of Alaska’s Inside Passage.

n HIGHLIGHTS Calgary • Banff National Park • Lake Louise • Jasper National Park Vancouver • Tracy Arm Fjord • Juneau • Skagway • Glacier Bay Ketchikan

n TRAIN VIA Rail’s Canadian

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard VIA Rail Canada in Sleeper Plus class (1 night on train) • 7-night Alaska cruise aboard Holland America’s ms Volendam • Hotel accommodations for 6 nights • 21 meals • Sightseeing in Banff including a ride on the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur mountain • Vancouver hop-on/hop-off tour • Select transfers in Canada

May 13 • June 10 • July 8 August 5 • September 2


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Eastern Canada Rail& Cruise

15 days • IndependentTravel from the historic city of Boston to Canada’s Cultural Capital of Montreal on a New England and Eastern Canada cruise with visits to Bar Harbor, Maine, Gateway to Acadia National Park; Halifax, Nova Scotia; Sydney, Nova Scotia; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; and Quebec City. Upon arrival in Montreal, continue your westbound route across Eastern Canada by train, for visits to Canada’s capital city, Ottawa and the metropolis of Toronto, where your rail-cruise vacation concludes.

n HIGHLIGHTS Boston’s Faneuil Hall • Bar Harbor • Halifax • Sydney Charlottetown • Quebec City’s Ramparts • Montreal’s Notre Dame Basilica • Ottawa’s Rideau Hall • Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market

n TRAIN VIA Rail’s Corridor Service

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard VIA Rail Canada • 7-night New England and Eastern Canada cruise aboard Holland America’s ms Maasdam • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights • 20 meals • Sightseeing in Boston, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto • Hotel to ship transfer in Boston and hotel to airport transfer in Toronto

July 17 • August 14 • September 25


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Combine a trans-Canada rail adventure between Toronto and Vancouver with an Alaska cruise, and the result is nothing short of amazing. Sit back and marvel at the beauty of the ever-changing Canadian landscape on your 4-night train journey across the prairies, plains and Canadian Rockies to Vancouver. Take a deep breath of ocean air and soak up the spectacular scenery on your 7-night Alaska cruise. Each sight, more brilliant than the last, mingles to create a truly memorable rail-sail adventure.

n HIGHLIGHTS Toronto • Canadian Rockies • Vancouver • Tracy Arm Fjord Juneau • Skagway • Glacier Bay • Ketchikan


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard VIA Rail Canada in Sleeper Plus class (4 nights on train) • 7-night Alaska cruise aboard Holland America’s ms Volendam • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights • 29 meals • Toronto hop-on/hop-off tour • Vancouver city sightseeing


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Journey along theUpper Mississippi

American Queen

America’s Heartland is the backdrop for your rail-river cruise vacation along the Upper Mississippi River. Travel by train through the midwest to St. Louis and board the Steamboat American Queen, docked in the shadow of the looming Gateway Arch. Set sail for northern destinations and discover the true inspiration behind Mark Twain’s American classics and the river lore that’s woven into the history of classic Midwest cities.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • St. Louis’s Gateway Arch • Hannibal’s Big River Train Town Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum • Dubuque’s Cable Car Square Shot Tower • Dahl Auto Museum • La Crosse’s Riverside Museum • Red Wing Pottery Salesroom • Sheldon Theatre • Minneapolis

n TRAIN Amtrak’s Illinois/Missouri Service

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak • 7-night river cruise aboard the American Queen • Hotel accommodations for 2 nights • 20 meals • Cruise amenities include complimentary wine and beer with dinner; complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffee, bottled water and soft drinks throughout • Complimentary shore excursions in Hannibal, Dubuque, La Crosse and Red Wing

10 days • Independent 11 days • Independent

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April 3, 17 • May 1, 15, 30 • June 12, 26 • July 10, 24 • August 7, 21 • September 4, 18 • October 2, 16, 30


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See the best of the Pacific Northwest on this rail-river cruise adventure. Beginning in Los Angeles, board the Coast Starlight for the scenic journey along the Pacific Coast to Portland for a 1-night stay in the City of Roses before boarding the American Empress steamboat for the 7-night journey along the Columbia and Snake Rivers to Clarkston, WA. En route, visit Astoria, OR; Stevenson, WA; The Dalles, OR; and Sacajawea State Park in Washington.

n HIGHLIGHTS California Coast • Portland • Astoria Column • Astoria Riverwalk Columbia Gorge • Interpretive Center • Bonneville Dam • Fort Dalles Museum and Interpretive Center • Sacajawea State Park • Nez Perce County • Historical Society and Museum

n TRAIN Amtrak’s Coast Starlight

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak including private sleeping accommodations (1 night on train) • 7-night river cruise aboard the American Empress • Hotel accommodations for 1 night • 22 meals • Cruise amenities include complimentary wine and beer with dinner; complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffee, bottled water and soft drinks throughout • Complimentary shore excursions in Astoria, Stevenson, The Dalles, and Sacajawea State Park


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This vacation is also available for travel from Midwest points traveling aboard the Empire Builder

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Memphis-New OrleansRail-River Journey

Memphis

11 days • IndependentDiscover the charms of the south and the magic of the mighty Mississippi on a rail-river cruise adventure that takes travelers from the Windy City of Chicago to Memphis on a classic overnight rail journey and from Memphis to New Orleans by steamboat. As you meander along the Lower Mississippi, enjoy the relaxing scenery and visits to notable southern port towns in Mississippi and Louisiana.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Memphis • Vicksburg’s Anchuca Mansion Lower Mississippi River Museum • Natchez’s antebellum mansions Louisiana’s Old Governor’s Mansion • Plantation Road • New Orleans

n TRAIN Amtrak’s City of New Orleans

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Amtrak including private sleeping accommodations (1 night on train) • 7-night river cruise aboard the American Queen • Hotel accommodations for 2 nights • 21 meals • Cruise amenities include complimentary wine and beer with dinner; complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffee, bottled water and soft drinks throughout • Complimentary shore excursions in Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Plantation Road • Chicago hop-on/hop-off tour

March 18 • April 1, 15, 28 May 13, 27 • June 10 November 5, 19 December 3, 17, 24


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Quebec to Toronto alongthe St. Lawrence Seaway

Quebec City and the St. Lawrence River

Connect two of Eastern Canada’s greatest cities by rail and cruise. The excitement begins in Quebec City with its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and lovely shops and cuisine. Here, you board your river cruise ship to traverse the provinces of Quebec and Ontario as you sail westward along the St. Lawrence river bound for the famous port city of Kingston. Your journey concludes as you board your VIA Rail train in Kingston for the short trip to Toronto.

n HIGHLIGHTS Place Royale • Quebec City’s Fortifications • Shrine at Cap de la Madeleine • Upper Canada Village • Fort Wellington • Fulford Mansion Millionaires’ Row • 1000 Islands Tower • 1000 Islands Heritage Center Kingston • Toronto

n TRAIN VIA Rail Canada

n INCLUSIONS • Rail travel aboard VIA Rail Canada • 6-night cruise along the St. Lawrence River aboard the Canadian Empress • Hotel accommodations for 2 nights • All meals aboard the ship • Excursion to the Shrine at Cap de la Madeleine • Montreal city sightseeing • Explore Upper Canada Village • Enjoy panoramic views from atop 1000 Islands Tower • Excursion to Fulford Mansion


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Budapest Parliament Bridge

Sail along the Moselle, Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Your adventure begins with a 2-night stay in Paris and continues with a high-speed train connection to Remich, where you will board your river cruise ship for the 14-night journey southeast through Germany and Austria to Budapest, Hungary.

n HIGHLIGHTS Paris • Trier • Cochem’s Reichsburg Castle • Boppard • Rhine Gorge • Seigfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim • Miltenberg • Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz Bamberg • Nuremberg • Munich • Regensburg • Passau • Linz Melk’s Benedictine Abbey • Vienna • Budapest

n TRAIN TGV

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard the high-speed TGV train • 14-night river cruise aboard Avalon’s Visionary along the Moselle, Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers • Hotel accommodations for 2 nights • All meals aboard the ship • Paris city tour • Visit Reichsburg Castle in Cochem • See the Old Town Hall in Bamberg • Excursion to Munich with a visit to the Marienplatz • Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk • Budapest sightseeing including Fisherman’s Bastion and Heroes Square

Burgundy & ProvenceRail-Cruise

Cruising through France

12 days • IndependentA 7-night cruise along the Saône River through France’s Burgundy and Provence regions is the cornerstone of this European rail and river cruise vacation. Your journey begins with a 2-night stay in Paris. Travel aboard the high-speed TGV to Dijon and continue by coach to Beaune for sightseeing in the unofficial capital of the Cote d’Or. Continue to Chalon-sur-Saône, where you board your vessel and set sail for lovely destinations throughout the Burgundy and Provence regions, ending your vacation with a stay on the French Riviera.

n HIGHLIGHTS Paris • Dijon • Beaune • Chalon-sur-Saône • Tournus’ St. Philibert Abbey • Mâcon • Lyon • Tournon • Viviers • Avignon’s Palace of the Popes • Port St. Louis • Arles’ Roman Amphitheatre • Côte d’Azur

n TRAIN TGV

n INCLUSIONS • Rail travel aboard the high-speed TGV train • 7-night cruise along the Saône River aboard Avalon’s Poetry II • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights • All meals aboard the ship • Paris city tour • Visit the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune • Guided walk in Vivier • Visit the Palace of the Popes • Sail through the Camargue region • Visit to the Roman Amphitheater • Onboard chocolate tasting

April 15, 29 • May 13, 27 June 10, 24 • July 8, 22 August 5, 19 September 2, 16, 20 October 14, 28


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Visit www.vacationsbyrail.com for the complete list of suggested train vacations that are the perfect fit for your next rail-cruise vacation.

SEATTLEz Empire Builder with Glacier National Parkz Glacier National Park Escapez Empire Builder Experience

SAN FRANCISCOz California Zephyr with Yellowstone National Parkz California Zephyr with Yosemite Natational Parkz Grand Canyon & the West Coast

VANCOUVERz Trans Canada By Rail with Jasperz Canada Coast to Coastz Canadian Rockies By Rail

Many of our train vacations begin and end in popular port cities. Suggested vacations include:

Design your own rail-cruise vacation!Select your preferred cruise line and vacation destinations to create a rail-cruise package tailored to your travel tastes.

VANCOUVER

seattle

san francisco

los angeles

miamiFort Lauderdale

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new york city

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European Christmas Markets

Winter in Eastern Canada

Winter Escape tothe Grand Canyon

Snow Zephyr:Chicago to San Francisco

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Roomettes: $510Bedroom: $1,004

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Visit America’s Southwest and the beauty of the Grand Canyon this winter.

n HIGHLIGHTS Grand Canyon National Park

n TRAINS | Amtrak’s Southwest Chief Grand Canyon Railway

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on Amtrak (2 nights on train)• Hotel accommodations for 3 nights including 1 night at the South Rim• Roundtrip excursion aboard the Grand Canyon Railway• Select meals• Sightseeing at the South Rim

See the best of the American West this winter with a train journey from Chicago’s winter wonderland to the shores of San Francisco.

n HIGHLIGHTS Chicago • Rocky Mountains • San Francisco

n TRAIN | Amtrak’s California Zephyr

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on Amtrak (2 nights on train)• Hotel accommodations for 2 nights



Grand Canyon

Chicago

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European Christmas Markets

Winter in Eastern Canada

Winter in the Rockies

Winter in Western Canada

November 24 – December 15, 2014November 24 – December 15, 2015

November 3, 2014 – April 23, 2015Monday and Thursday departures

November 16, 2014 – April 5, 2015Sunday departures

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The Canadian Rockies are a veritable winter wonderland! Travel from Vancouver into the heart of Canada’s winter playground aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian for the perfect seasonal getaway!

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Jasper • Lake Louise • Banff • Calgary

n TRAIN | VIA Rail’s Canadian

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (1 night on train in Sleeper Plus Class)• Hotel accommodations for 6 nights including 1 night at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise• All meals aboard the train• Scenic transfers

Discover winter in 3 of Western Canada’s popular destinations: coastal Vancouver, Jasper National Park and Alberta’s capital city, Edmonton.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Jasper National Park • Edmonton

n TRAIN | VIA Rail’s Canadian

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (1 night on train in Sleeper Plus Class)• Hotel accommodations for 7 nights • Meals on train• Vancouver city sightseeing tour• Maligne Canyon Ice Walk in Jasper

Celebrate the holiday season with visits to 4 of Europe’s Christmas Markets in Germany and Austria.

n HIGHLIGHTS Nuremberg Christmas Market • Munich Christmas Market • Salzburg Vienna

n TRAINS | InterCity and EuroCity trains

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation aboard InterCity and EuroCity trains• Hotel accommodations for 8 nights• Christmas Market Passes in Nuremberg and Munich• Hotel/rail station transfers





Munich Christmas Market

Montreal City Hall

VIA Rail’s Canadian

Vancouver

Departs dailyNovember 1, 2014 – April 23, 2015$1,984 per person (Double Occupancy)

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Experience winter in 3 spectacular destinations in Eastern Canada: Toronto, Montreal and Saint-Alexis-des-Monts situated in the Laurentian Mountains.

n HIGHLIGHTS Toronto • Montreal • Saint-Alexis-des-Monts

n TRAIN | VIA Rail’s Corridor Service

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights including 3 nights at the Hotel Sacacomie• Sightseeing in Toronto and Montreal• Dogsled and snowmobile excursions in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts• Private transfers between Montreal and Saint-Alexis-des-Monts

CANADAThere is no better way to discover Canada than by train. Connect big cities, breathtaking national parks, and charming small towns across the country aboard VIA Rail Canada’s extensive train network, or slow your pace with all-daylight explorations through the Canadian Rockies aboard the acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer all-daylight touring train.

VIA Rail’s most popular train is the 1950’s-era Canadian, providing travelers with a classic overnight rail journey as its travels between Vancouver and Toronto. Select from two levels of accommodations in Sleeper Plus class:

Semi-private berths offer wide, couch-style seats facing one another during daytime travel. Couches fold out into beds at night with heavy privacy curtains. Berth dimensions: 5’10” x 3’7”

A Cabin for Two compartment is designed for two people traveling together. During the day, relax in two comfortable chairs beside a large picture window. At night, upper and lower berths replace the chairs. Private sleeping cabins include an en suite washroom with sink and toilet. Compartment dimensions: 7’3” x 5

Ask a rail specialist about a cabin for one, triples and en suited rooms.

Onboard amenities include all meals in the Dining car as well as access to lounge cars, Park car and the Skyline dome car offering panoramic views of the passing scenery. Additional popular VIA Rail Canada trains incorporated into Vacations By Rail’s train vacations include the Corridor Service between Toronto and Montreal and the overnight Ocean train between Quebec City and Halifax.

For an exclusively all-daylight train journey, board the Rocky Mountaineer for an awe-inspiring journey into the heart of the Canadian Rockies. From the towering peaks of the Coast and Rocky Mountain ranges to the rushing Bow and Fraser Rivers, stunning vistas and close-enough-to-touch scenery provide the backdrop for your days on the train. Select from three classes of service:

GOLDLEAF features reserved seating in a bi-level glass-domed coach offering panoramic views from the upper level and an elegant dining room serving gourmet meals for breakfast and lunch on the lower level.

SILVERLEAF features a single-level dome coach offering panoramic views and hot meal service at your assigned seat.

REDLEAF features assigned seating in a comfortable reclining seat beside a large picture window and at-your-seat boxed meal service in a traditional rail coach environment.

All of Vacations By Rail’s Canada train vacations feature centrally-located hotels in each destination.


Rocky Mountaineer (left) / VIA Rail’s Canadian (right)

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Calgary Stampede& the Rockies



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Experience the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth on this new escorted rail vacation to the Calgary Stampede. Board the iconic Empire Builder for the overnight journey to Shelby, Montana. Cross the US-Canadian border by coach and travel to Banff for a 2-night stay. Sightseeing excursions include the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain, an excursion along the Icefields Parkway, and a visit to Lake Louise. Next, travel to Calgary for the big event: the 103rd annual Calgary Stampede! See all of the action including the GMC Rangeland Derby, the world’s premier chuckwagon racing event; the Stampede rodeo; and nonstop entertainment along the midway.

n HIGHLIGHTS Head-Smashed-in-Buffalo-Jump • Banff National Park • Columbia Icefields • Lake Louise • Calgary • Stampede Rodeo


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on Amtrak (2 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 6 nights • 14 meals • 3-day admission to the Calgary Stampede with Grandstand tickets for chuckwagon races and rodeo • Sightseeing in Banff including the Banff Gondola • Excursion to Columbia Icefields and Lake Louise • Head-Smashed-in-Buffalo Jump UNESCO World Heritage Site • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Services of a professional tour manager

9 days • Escorted

Chuckwagon Races

YOUR NEXTGROUP BY RAIL

Let Vacations By Rail make your group’s next travel experience the one to remember!

Select from well-planned group itineraries to spectacular destinations, each featuring interesting inclusions and one-of-a-kind experiences to ensure a memorable group vacation. Popular Destinations and Group Tours Include • America’s spectacular national parks • New England’s fall colors • Colorado’s scenic trains • Special events like the annual Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta and Calgary Stampede • The Canadian Rockies • Rail-river cruise adventures throughout the USA and Europe’s waterways • Switzerland’s mountain peaks and alpine towns • Luxury rail journeys throughout Europe and beyond

Group Benefits Include • Special savings • Complimentary marketing and promotional services including custom flyers and promotional materials

Contact Vacations By Rail’s group department at 877-929-7245 ext. 810

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Across Canada By Train Canadian Rail Adventure

Travel across 7 provinces on 3 of Canada’s premier trains to create the ultimate cross-Canada train vacation. Highlights of your journey include a stay in the coastal city of Vancouver, a classic overnight rail adventure between Vancouver and Toronto, an excursion to Niagara Falls, a visit to French Canada with stays in the historic cities of Montreal and Quebec, and a visit to the Maritimes region and the bustling port city of Halifax.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Canadian Rockies • Toronto • Niagara Falls • Montreal Quebec City • Halifax • Peggy’s Cove or Lunenberg and Mahone Bay

n TRAINS VIA Rail’s Canadian, Corridor Service and Ocean

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (5 nights on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights • 11 meals • Sightseeing in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City • Excursion to Niagara Falls including a ride on The Hornblower • Sightseeing excursion from Halifax to Peggy’s Cove or Lunenberg and Mahone Bay • Select transfers

14 days • Independent 12 days • IndependentEmbark on a rail journey stretching between Vancouver and Toronto aboard two of the country’s premier trains, the all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer through the heart of the Canadian Rockies and a classic overnight rail trip aboard VIA Rail’s long-distance train, the Canadian. Wind your way through the Rockies and its national parks and alpine towns, taking time to explore Banff National Park, the hamlet of Lake Louise and Jasper National Park.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Hell’s Gate • Kamloops • Spiral Tunnels • Banff National Park • Lake Louise • Yoho Valley • Icefields Parkway • Jasper National Park • Toronto • Niagara Falls

n TRAINS Rocky Mountaineer • VIA Rail’s Canadian

n INCLUSIONS • 2-day trip aboard the Rocky Mountaineer between Vancouver to Banff • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (3 nights on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights • 13 meals • Sightseeing in Banff including the Banff Gondola • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Toronto hop-on/hop-off tour • Niagara Falls excursion • Select transfers

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Canadian Rail AdventureTrans Canada by Rail

& the Rockies12 days • Independent

There is no better way to travel across Western Canada than by train, and the very best of the region awaits you on this rail vacation into the Rockies and across the plains and prairies as you travel between Vancouver and Toronto. In addition to overnight train travel aboard Canada’s premier long-distance train, VIA Rail’s Canadian, enjoy visits to the hamlet of Lake Louise, Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Jasper National Park • Icefields Parkway • Columbia Icefields Lake Louise • Banff National Park • Toronto


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (4 nights on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights including one night at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise • 10 meals • Vancouver city sightseeing tour • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Toronto hop-on/hop-off tour • Select transfers

Canada: Coast to Coast

Embark on a 4000-mile cross-Canada rail journey, traveling between coastal Vancouver in Western Canada and Halifax in Atlantic Canada aboard the country’s popular trains. Along the way, explore the country’s acclaimed destinations from the Canadian Rockies and its famous national parks and alpine towns to historic cities throughout Eastern Canada.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Kamloops • Canadian Rockies • Banff • Lake Louise Jasper National Park • Toronto • Niagara Falls • Montreal • Halifax

n TRAIN Rocky Mountaineer • VIA Rail’s Canadian, Corridor Service and Ocean

n INCLUSIONS • 2-day trip aboard the Rocky Mountaineer between Vancouver and Banff • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (4 nights on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 11 nights • 17 meals • Banff sightseeing including the Banff Gondola • Yoho National Park tour • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Toronto hop-on/hop-off tour • Excursion to Niagara Falls • Montreal city tour • Select transfers


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Lions Gate Bridge (left) / Emerald Lake (right)


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Trans Canada By Rail with Jasper

Travel by train between cosmopolitan Toronto and coastal Vancouver with a special stop in Jasper National Park, Western Canada’s largest national park and home to beautiful nature trails, deep canyons and gorges, sparkling lakes and plentiful wildlife. The ever-changing scenery on your overnight train journey takes you across Canada’s prairies and plains and through the rainforest and river valleys of the Canadian Rockies.

n HIGHLIGHTS Toronto • Canadian Rockies • Jasper National Park • Maligne Canyon Medicine Lake • Vancouver


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (4 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 4 nights • 10 meals • Toronto hop-on/hop-off tour • Jasper sightseeing including Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake • Vancouver city tour • Select transfers


Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

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Best of the Rockies

Travel through Western Canada is twice the fun when you combine two different train experiences: the Rocky Mountaineer for an all-daylight train journey through the Canadian Rockies and VIA Rail’s Canadian, offering an outstanding overnight train experience. Beginning and ending in Vancouver, make a great circle deep into the heart of the Canadian Rockies, where towering mountains, sloping river valleys, rushing rapids and charming alpine towns comprise the backdrop for your train journey.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Fraser Canyon • Kamloops • Kicking Horse Canyon • Banff National Park • Icefields Parkway • Columbia Icefields • Lake Louise Jasper National Park

n TRAINS Rocky Mountaineer • VIA Rail’s Canadian

n INCLUSIONS • 2-day trip aboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (1 night on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 6 nights • 6 meals • Sightseeing in Banff including the Banff Gondola • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Sightseeing in Vancouver


Patricia Lake

May 3 - September 242015 DEPARTURES

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CANADA


Canadian Rockiesfeaturing Lake Louise

and Banff

Board the acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer for the 2-day all-daylight rail journey into the Rockies. As you travel deeper into parts of Alberta that can only be traversed by train, you will bask in the surrounding beauty, from the mountain peaks to rushing rapids and every piece of flora and fauna in-between. A highlight of your time in the Canadian Rockies is a visit to the alpine hamlet of Lake Louise, where you will stay in the renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Your travels also include a scenic transfer to neighboring Banff National Park with ample time to visit its famous hot springs or enjoy panoramic views from atop Sulphur Mountain.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Fraser Canyon • Kamloops • Canadian Rockies • Lake Louise • Victoria Glacier • Banff National Park • Calgary

n TRAIN Rocky Mountaineer

n INCLUSIONS • 2-day trip aboard the Rocky Mountaineer’s all-daylight service between Vancouver and Lake Louise • Hotel accommodations for 6 nights including one night at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise • 4 meals • Sightseeing in Vancouver • Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain


Lake Louise

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Canadian Rockies By Rail7 days • Independent

Visit 3 of the Canadian Rockies’ must-see destinations—Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise—on this memorable train vacation. Travel abroad VIA Rail’s Canadian for a classic overnight rail journey into the Canadian Rockies. Explore the deep canyons and wooded glens in Jasper National Park. Stroll around glistening Lake Louise. Tour Banff’s most impressive sights including its acclaimed hot springs.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Jasper National Park • Icefields Parkway • Columbia Icefields • Lake Louise • Banff National Park • Calgary


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (1 night on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights including one night at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise • 2 meals • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Vancouver trolley tour including Lookout Tower • Sightseeing in Banff including Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain • Select transfers

Sulphur Mountain

May 2 - October 222015 DEPARTURES

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CANADA

Quebec to the Maritimes

Immerse yourself in the culture and cuisine of Eastern Canada on this train vacation to Quebec’s historic cities and Nova Scotia’s delightful harbor town of Halifax. Visit Montreal with must-see sites like the famous Notre Dame Basilica. Shop charming boutiques and savor exquisite cuisine. Enjoy a stay in Quebec City, where the Old City walls, historic sites and modern attractions make for a fascinating stay. Journey aboard VIA Rail’s Ocean for an overnight trip between French Canada and the Maritimes. Explore the bustling port city of Halifax where you can discover the Historic Properties and Spring Garden Road areas of town, see the Old Town Clock and City Hall and the Victorian Public Gardens.

n HIGHLIGHTS Montreal • Notre Dame Basilica • Quebec City • The Fortifications Halifax • Historic Properties and Spring Garden Road

n TRAINS VIA Rail’s Corridor Service and Ocean

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail Canada (1 night on train in Sleeper class) • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights • All meals aboard the train • Sightseeing in Montreal including Notre Dame Basilica • Quebec City tour including the Plains of Abraham and Fortifications • Halifax city tour including Province House, St. Paul’s Church and the Historic Properties • Private transfer from Quebec City to Ste. Foy


Quebec City Harborfront

May 1 - October 22015 DEPARTURES

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Lakes, Mountains& the Rockies

7 days • IndependentExplore Western Canada’s mountains, canyons and rivers on this well-planned vacation to popular destinations in British Columbia and Alberta. Highlights include train travel between Vancouver and Jasper National Park aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian—a quintessential overnight rail experience; fantastic natural wonders within the Canadian Rockies from Jasper’s Maligne Lake to 300-year-old glaciers at the Columbia Icefields; and charming towns bursting with spectacular scenery and eclectic wildlife.

n HIGHLIGHTS Vancouver • Jasper National Park • Icefields Parkway • Columbia Icefields • Lake Louise • Yoho National Park • Banff National Park Calgary


n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on VIA Rail (1 night on train in Sleeper Plus class) • Hotel accommodations for 5 nights including one night at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise • All meals aboard the train • Sightseeing in Jasper including a visit to the Athabasca Canadian Heritage River • Scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most famous roadways in North America, for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies • Columbia Icefields excursion including a ride on the Ice Explorer • Excursion to Yoho National Park and Takakkaw Falls • Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain

Athabasca Falls

April 27 - October 142015 DEPARTURES

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EUROPEWatch the Changing of the Guards—and keep an eye out for the royal family—at Buckingham Palace. Stroll along the Champs-Élysées. Make a wish in the Trevi Fountain. Or, visit any number of famous sights and attractions in Europe’s big cities, medieval villages and coastal towns. The possibilities are endless when traveling by train.

Europe’s rail network is vast, spanning every European country and offering a variety of experiences to match. Board a sleek high-speed train like the Eurostar connecting London and Paris; the Thalys traveling between Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne and Lille; the TGV connecting Paris to destinations throughout France; and, Le Frecce connecting Italy’s top cities and get set for adventure.

Local and regional trains add to your European rail experience as you travel like the locals. Hop on one of the continent’s specialty trains like Switzerland’s Glacier Express for an exceptional opportunity to drink in unbridled breathtaking scenery en route to your next destination. Board a renowned sleeper train for a classic overnight rail experience. The most popular of these is the City Night Line, offering overnight travel from Germany into Switzerland, Italy and the Netherlands.

Europe’s sleek trains are the backbone of every Vacations By Rail European rail package. Select from the following three touring styles:

Independent rail vacations offer well-planned itineraries connecting popular European cities by train. Enjoy city orientation tours and ample time at leisure to see and do the things most important to you.

Locally-Hosted packages offer all the benefits of independent travel with the added benefit of a local host in each city, offering their personal insights and suggestions to help make your travel experience as rewarding as possible.

Escorted train tours feature a more choreographed itinerary to Europe’s popular destinations. Group sightseeing and train travel as well as the services of a professional tour manager throughout are highlights of this touring style.

No matter how you wish to experience a destination, Vacations By Rail has the European rail package to fulfill your dreams.


Eurostar at St. Pancras Station


EUROPE

Rome, Florence & Venice

Rialto Bridge

11 days • Locally-HostedThis is the grand tour of Italy at your leisure! Connect three of the country’s enriching and historic cities by train, with equal time spent in the Eternal City of Rome, the Renaissance City of Florence and the City of Bridges, Venice.

n HIGHLIGHTS St. Peter’s Basilica • Vatican • Accademia • Piazza della Signoria • St. Mark’s Square • Bridge of Sighs

n TRAINS TrenItalia local and high-speed trains

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Italy’s local and high-speed trains • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights • Breakfast daily • City sightseeing tours in Rome, Florence and Venice • Entrance tickets to Marciana Library and the Correr and Archaeological museums • Local host in each city • Select transfers • Destination guides

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Scenic Switzerland By Train

Zurich

Discover the best of Switzerland by train. Traveling aboard the country’s scenic trains, marvel at the breathtaking scenery as you connect Zurich with the medieval town of Lucerne, the quaint village of Interlaken, elegant Montreaux, and the alpine ski towns of Zermatt and St. Moritz—all with the peaks of the Alps and picturesque mountain pastures providing the colorful backdrop for your Swiss rail vacation.

n HIGHLIGHTS Zurich • Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge • Brunig Pass • Interlaken • Lake Geneva • Lausanne • Montreaux • Zermatt • Gornergrat St. Moritz • Tirano

n TRAINS GoldenPass Panoramic train • Glacier Express • Bernina Express Swiss Rail Systems local trains

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation on the Swiss Rail System including scenic train excursions aboard the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and GoldenPass Panoramic • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights • 11 meals • Excursion to the famous Gornergrat with spectacular views of Zermatt • Services of a professional tour manager

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Best of Western Europe

Houses of Parliament

Combine three of Western Europe’s most popular cities with the excitement of high-speed rail travel in one spectacular vacation. Discover the history and culture of London, Paris and Amsterdam, experiencing the famous sights and attractions in each destination at your own pace.

n HIGHLIGHTS Westminster Abbey • Big Ben • Notre Dame Cathedral • Eiffel Tower • Amsterdam’s Royal Palace • Rijksmuseum

n TRAIN Eurostar • Thalys

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Eurostar and Thalys trains • Hotel accommodations for 8 nights • London Oyster Card • 3-day Paris Visite Pass • Amsterdam Canal Bus Day Pass • London double-decker bus tour • Paris city tour • Amsterdam hop-on/hop-off tour • Select transfers • London and Paris TripBuilder guidebooks


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Geneva & Lucernewith Mont Blanc

Geneva

6 days • Locally-HostedThe majesty of Switzerland awaits! Visit two of Switzerland’s acclaimed cities by train with the snow-capped Alps providing the picturesque background for this well-planned trip to Geneva, the “City of Watches,” and the charming town of Lucerne. A highlight of this vacation is an excursion across the Swiss-French border to the ski town of Chamonix with a cable car ride to its highest peak, Mont Blanc, for stunning views.

n HIGHLIGHTSSt. Peter’s Cathedral • Geneva’s Jet d’Eau • Chamonix • Mont Blanc Lucerne’s Lion Monument • Chapel Bridge

n TRAINS Swiss Rail Systems local trains

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation on the Swiss Rail System• Hotel accommodations for 5 nights• Breakfast daily• Excursion to Chamonix and Mont Blanc• Geneva city tour• Lucerne city tour• Local host in each city• Select transfers• Destination guides

May 1 – October 31Call for dates


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Prague, Vienna & Budapest11 days • Independent

Paris & the French Riviera

Louvre

Combine the sophistication and glamour of Paris with the beauty of the exclusive French Riviera, taking in each region’s must-see sights. Add high-speed rail travel from Paris through the French countryside to Nice and excursions along the Cote d’Azur, and the result is the perfect week in France!

n HIGHTLIGHTS Louvre Museum • Eiffel Tower • Notre Dame Cathedral Promenade des Anglais • Port Quai Lunel • Chagall Museum

n TRAIN TGV

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard the TGV train • Hotel accommodations for 6 nights • Breakfast daily, 1 dinner • 3-day Paris Visite Pass • Paris city sightseeing including Seine River Cruise • Nice city tour • Excursion to Antibes and Cannes or Monte Carlo and Èze


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London, Paris& Rome by Rail

Eiffel Tower

11 days • IndependentThis classic rail vacation links three of Europe’s most romantic cities by train. See London’s historic landmarks. Explore the City of Light, drinking in Paris’ culture, couture and cuisine. Discover imperial Rome as you tour the city’s ancient architecture and admire its classic art and lovely piazzas.

n HIGHLIGHTS Tower of London • Kensington Palace • Arc de Triomphe • Eiffel Tower • Roman Forum • St. Peter’s Basilica

n TRAINS Eurostar • TGV • Le Frecce

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard Eurostar, TGV, and Le Frecce trains • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights • Breakfast daily • London Oyster Card • 3-day Paris Visite Pass • Sightseeing in London, Paris and Rome • Select transfers

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Prague, Vienna & Budapest Vienna, Salzburg & Munich

St. Vitus Cathedral Vienna’s Parliament

Uncover the history of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire as you connect the Imperial Cities of Prague, Vienna and Budapest by train. Get a glimpse into Europe’s history as you stroll along the Vltava River in Prague. Visit Vienna’s beautiful churches and regal royal residences. Admire the largest Gothic structure in Europe—Budapest’s Parliament. Marvel at opulent palaces and ornate period architecture as you get acquainted with each important city and their famous sights and attractions.

n HIGHTLIGHTS Prague Castle • Charles Bridge • St. Vitus Cathedral • Vienna’s Hofburg • Schönnbrunn Palace • Budapest’s Fisherman’s Bastion St. Stephen’s Basilica

n TRAINS International and local trains

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard international and local trains • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights • Breakfast daily • City sightseeing in Prague, Vienna and Budapest • Private transfers to/from rail station

11 days • Independent 11 days • IndependentDiscover the best of Austria and Bavaria! Visit the Imperial City of Vienna, Austria’s capital city, where old and new Vienna are evident in the galleries, museums, shops and bistros that line the streets. Venture to Salzburg, known as the birthplace of Mozart and home to “The Sound of Music.” Continue to Bavaria’s capital city, Munich, complete with welcoming town squares and fairytale castles.

n HIGHTLIGHTS Vienna’s Parliament • Schönnbrunn Palace • Hellbrunn Palace Mozart’s Residence • Marienplatz • Munich’s Opera

n TRAINS InterCity and EuroCity trains

n INCLUSIONS • Rail transportation aboard InterCity and EuroCity trains • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights • Breakfast daily, 3 dinners • 48-hour Salzburg Card • Vienna city tours • Munich hop-on/hop-off tour

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Royal ScotsmanClassic Journey

5 days • Hosted

LUXURY &BEYOND

The thought of luxury rail calls to mind a bygone era of train travel that was truly centered on the journey itself. Hallmarks of these trips were vintage rail cars, sumptuous meals, attentive white-gloved cabin stewards and a shared experience with your fellow travelers. During the Golden Age of rail travel, exclusive rail journeys were considered an utterly refined means of travel—and they still are today.

Nothing recalls the Golden Era of rail travel like a journey aboard the world’s opulent luxury trains including the Royal Scotsman, Venice Simplon-Orient Express, Golden Eagle Trans Siberian Express and Rovos Rail. Each offers an exclusive travel experience aboard restored rail cars featuring well-appointed private cabins, gourmet meals, onboard entertainment, and interesting sightseeing and excursions throughout. Unpack once for a multi-day journey to spectacular destinations!

Treat yourself to something out of the ordinary on your next vacation. Whether it’s a luxury rail journey or an extraordinary train experience in South America, Asia, the South Pacific or Africa, embark on a journey where ancient cultures and modern world’s collide—and start checking off spectacular destinations and experiences from your bucket list.


Venice Simplon-Orient Express

Shongololo Express

Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard one of the world’s luxury trains for a rail holiday like no other.

Luxury Rail Journeysaround the Globe

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Royal ScotsmanClassic Journey

Royal Scotsman

This is the quintessential luxury rail journey through Scotland! The classic train trip aboard the Royal Scotsman travels roundtrip from Edinburgh, following the east coast of the country to Keith, crossing Scotland for the journey to the picturesque west coast village of Plockton, before making its way to Inverness and then south to Perth followed by a return to Edinburgh. Along the way, admire the majestic landscape complete with lush highlands, stunning coastlines and rugged moors. Each departure accommodates an exclusive 36 guests evoking the true romance of the Golden Era of train travel.

n HIGHTLIGHT Edinburgh • Keith • Kyle of Lochalsh • Inverness • Carrbridge Boat of Garten • Perth • Dundee

n TRAIN Royal Scotsman

n INCLUSIONS • Overnight train travel aboard the Royal Scotsman in a private cabin (4 nights on train) • All meals, wines and spirits aboard the train • Private tour and tasting at Glen Ord Distillery • Visit to Ballindaloch Castle • Excursion to Rothiemurchus Estate • Glamis Castle tour • Services of a train host throughout

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Central Europe ClassicTrans-Siberian

by Private Train

Prague Saint Basil’s Cathedral

Embark on a journey of discovery as you travel through the dramatic scenery of Central Europe aboard the private rail carriages of the luxury Golden Eagle Danube Express. Your journey takes you between Budapest and Prague with deluxe city stays in each destination and a premier rail journey complete with private cabins, all meals, and well-planned off-train excursions in Keszthely, Vienna, Bratislava, Krakow and Wieliczka.

n HIGHLIGHTSBudapest • Baroque Festetics Palace • Schönnbrunn PalaceBratislava’s Old Town • Wawel Castle • Wieliczka salt mines

n TRAIN Golden Eagle Danube Express

n INCLUSIONS• Overnight train travel aboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express in a private cabin (4 nights on train)• All meals, wines and spirits aboard the train• Visit to Baroque Festetics Palace• Vienna sightseeing including a visit to Schönnbrunn Palace• Sightseeing in Krakow including Wawel Castle and St. Mary’s Church• Visit to the salt mines in Wieliczka

6 days • Hosted 15 days • HostedA journey on the Trans-Siberian Railroad is one of the world’s great rail journeys. Embark on this epic journey by private luxury train, traveling between Beijing and Moscow along the shores of Lake Baikal. Enjoy first-class service aboard the train as you savor the landscapes of Asia and Europe passing beside you, and experience new cultures and experiences with exciting off-train excursions in China, Mongolia and Russia.

n HIGHLIGHTSBeijing • Great Wall • Ming Tombs • Ulan Bator • Gandan Monastery and Mongolian Alps • Ulan Ude • Lake Baikal • Irkutsk • Novosibirsk Yekaterinburg • Kazan • Moscow

n TRAIN Private rail journey along the Trans-Siberian Railroad

n INCLUSIONS• Overnight train travel in a private cabin aboard the Trans-Siberian Railroad (11 nights on train)• Hotel accommodations for 3 nights• All meals• Visit to the Great Wall of China and Ming Tombs• Visit to Alpine Mongolia with horse-riding show• Moscow city tour including a guided visit to the Kremlin• Transfers in Moscow and Beijing

Dar es Salaamto Cape Town15 days • Hosted

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Dar es Salaamto Cape Town Good Hope Adventure

Vicoria Falls Bridge Shongololo Express

15 days • Hosted 13 days • HostedBoard Africa’s famed Shongololo Express for an amazing train journey across South Africa. Beginning in Cape Town, the train takes you to the Cape Winelands, the diamond town of Kimberly, the Southern Drakensberg, Kruger National Park, Pretoria and more en route to your final destination of Johannesburg. Your travels surround you with spectacular scenery and incorporate internationally-regarded must-see sights from beginning to end.

n HIGHLIGHT Cape Town • Cape Winelands • Kimberly • Southern Drakensberg Durban • Zululand • Swaziland • Kruger National Park • Pretoria

n TRAIN Shongololo Express

n INCLUSIONS • Overnight train travel aboard the Shongololo Express in a private cabin (12 nights on train) • Breakfast and dinner daily • City sightseeing tour in Cape Town including Kirstenboch Botanical Gardens and a cable car journey to Table Mountain • Drive along the Golden Mile Promenade in Durban • Visit to Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve • Excursion to Kruger National Park • Arrival and departure transfers • Services of a train host throughout

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This fantastic rail journey aboard Rovos Rail takes you through Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa and is one of the most famous train journeys in the world. Begin in Dar es Salaam and travel to the Selous Game Reserve. Descend into the Rift Valley, surrounded by spectacular scenery. Visit Chisimba Falls. Enjoy a stay in colonial Victoria Falls. Travel into Botswana for a visit to the Madikwe Game Reserve. Cross into South Africa for a visit to the diamond-mining town of Kimberly and the historic village of Matjiesfontein before arriving in Cape Town where your journey concludes.

n HIGHLIGHT Dar es Salaam • Selous Game Reserve • Makambako • Chisimba Falls • Lusaka • Victoria Falls • Madikwe Game Reserve • Pretoria Kimberly • Matjiesfontein • Cape Town

n TRAIN Rovos Rail

n INCLUSIONS • Overnight train travel aboard Rovos Rail in a private cabin (10 nights on train) • Hotel accommodations for 4 nights including a 2-night stay at Madikwe Game Reserve • 39 meals • Visit to Selous Game Reserve • Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River • City tour of Pretoria • Tour of Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum in Kimberly • Services of a train host throughout


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Ecuador By Rail Highlights of Peru

Tren Crucero Machu Picchu

Embark on a South American adventure to the diverse country of Ecuador. Visit regional markets, discover colonial-era cities, explore national parks and nature reserves including Cuicocha Crater Lake, and enjoy nostalgic rail travel on a journey along the iron rails from Quito and the majestic Andes to Guayaquil and the shores of the Pacific Coast aboard Tren Crucero.

n HIGHLIGHTSQuito • Otavalo Indigenous Market • Cuicocha Crater Lake Ibarra Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve • Quitsato • Cotopaxi Chimborazo Province • San Pedro de Riobamba • Guayaquil Churute Ecological Reserve

n TRAIN Tren Crucero

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation aboard Tren Crucero• Hotel accommodations for 9 nights• 20 meals• Visit to Cuicocha Crater Lake• Explore the Avenue of the Volcanoes and Cotopaxi National Park• Tour the Churute Nature Reserve• All transfers• Services of a professional tour manager

10 days • Escorted 8 days • EscortedExperience the allure of Peru as you discover Lima’s colonial sights and its impressive cathedral and plazas; and delve into Incan heritage and culture in the “Imperial City” of Cusco. Visit the Sacred Valley and ride aboard the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu, where you will be immersed in history as you discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

n HIGHLIGHTSLima’s Historic Centre • Church of San Francisco • Sacred Valley Awanakancha • Machu Picchu • Cusco’s Cathedral • Church of Santo Domingo

n TRAIN Vistadome

n INCLUSIONS• Rail transportation aboard the Vistadome train• Hotel accommodations for 7 nights• 13 meals• Flight between Lima and Cusco• Visit Awanakancha in the Sacred Valley• Excursion to Machu Picchu• Visit the Church of Santo Domingo in Cusco• Services of a professional tour manager

February 6, 20 • March 6 April 3 • May 28 • June 12, 26 July 10, 24 • August 7, 21 October 9, 23 • November 6, 20 December 4

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Things to Keep in MindIn the USAAmtrak’s long-distance trains originate in cities like Chicago, Seattle, New York and San Fancisco/Emeryville; however, travel is available from your nearest Amtrak station.

In CanadaPricing for many Canada train vacations are available in 3 classes of service.

Moderate: Train travel is in Sleeper Plus class in a semi-private berth aboard VIA Rail Canada’s long-distance trains or in RedLeaf Service aboard Rocky Mountaineer trains. Comfortable hotels offer moderate amenities.

Superior: Train travel in Sleeper Plus class in a private cabin aboard VIA Rail Canada’s long-distance trains or in SilverLeaf Service aboard Rocky Mountaineer trains. Hotels are slightly upgraded offering more on-property amenities.

Deluxe: Train travel is in Sleeper Plus class in a private cabin aboard VIA Rail Canada’s long-distance trains or in GoldLeaf Service aboard Rocky Mountaineer trains. Hotels are of deluxe quality with a tendency towards Fairmont properties where available.

In EuropeFor planning purposes, please note that Day 1 for all of our European rail vacations is a transatlantic flight from your USA gateway (not included) unless specified otherwise.

Hotels featured in our independent European vacations may vary based on destination and season.

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