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National Parks of the West

The Great Northwest & the Rockies

Rockies, Sierras
& Napa


N
ATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST, 2007

GrandLuxe Grand Canyon Rail Vacation


Please note: this tour has mostly been sold out for the summer months of 2007.
Please book this tour as early as posible as it often sells out due to limited
space a year or more in advance. The other tours have spaces available now.

National Parks of the West Map

 

9 DAYS FROM JACKSON, WY
TO ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Via Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and
Grand Teton National Parks
6 Nights Onboard Train, 2 Nights Deluxe Hotel

SPRING AND SUMMER DEPARTURES, 2007

Some of the most majestic sights in the world. That’s how the national parks of the Western United States have been described. Even their names are legendary: Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton. You’ll also visit Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Sedona, and Santa Fe on this fabulous excursion through the west. And of course, everyday is full of unforgettable vistas from your GrandLuxe train.

2007 ITINERARY

Day 1 – Jackson, Wyoming
Welcome to GrandLuxe. Fly into Jackson, Wyoming—often called “Jackson Hole”—and meet your fellow travelers at a special Welcome Dinner. Spend the night at a Jackson/Teton Village area deluxe hotel. (D)

Day 2 – Grand Teton National Park
Be awe–inspired by sheer mountains that reach straight for the sky. Pine forests and delicate strands of aspen decorate the valley at the base of the serrated Teton Mountains. This morning, explore this range, perhaps the most abrupt and breathtaking in America, with Grand Teton towering 13,770 feet. Centuries ago, Native Americans hunted the great elk herds that gathered here. You’ll explore Jenny Lake—majestic, yet tranquil, a favorite site for photographers and sightseers—and the Church of the Transfiguration, a rustic log chapel. For an additional cost add on an optional excursion that begins with an early breakfast, followed by a gentle, scenic float trip on the Snake River before reuniting with the group. Spend time enjoying the collection at the National Museum of Wildlife Art, which overlooks the elk refuge. After a full day of touring, your deluxe hotel provides dinner and overnight accommodations. (B,L,D)

Day 3 – Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
The world’s first national park teems with wildlife and natural wonders. The two million acres of protected land at Yellowstone National Park are inhabited by bears, bald eagles, and herds of bison and elk. More than 10,000 boiling springs, mud pots, and geysers—including Old Faithful—are testimony to the geothermal activity rising unusually close to the earth’s surface. Guides lead you to the Fountain Paint Pots and then to Old Faithful, where you’ll stop for lunch. You’ll also visit West Thumb Geyser Basin, one of the smallest—yet one of the most scenic—geyser basins in Yellowstone. For an additional cost, add on a 3–mile hike to a backcountry geyser to learn even more about Yellowstone’s thermal features. Later, transfer to the train for dinner and the first night on board the train as we travel to Salt Lake City. (B,L,D)

Day 4 – Salt Lake City & Park City, Utah
Discover the many sides of Salt Lake City. Your visit to Utah gives you a chance to tour Olympic venues and perhaps even listen to a recital by an organist for the world–famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir in Salt Lake City before unwinding in the beautiful resort town of Park City, site of the recent Winter Olympic Games. Enjoy a night on the train en route to Las Vegas. (B,L,D)

Day 5 – Las Vegas, Nevada with Options to Zion (additional cost) or Grand Canyon
City or wilderness—you choose. Spend the day touring Vegas—where you can see everything from the Eiffel Tower to the canals of Venice––and indulge in world–class shopping and dining along the way. Or, choose to visit the Hoover Dam or visit the Grand Canyon’s West Rim. For an additional cost, we also offer the option of a day trip by plane to Zion National Park in an area the early settlers called the “Heavenly City of God.” Later, enjoy dinner and a night on board the train as we continue on to the Grand Canyon. (B,L,D)

Day 6 – Grand Canyon National Park
One of the America’s most spectacular geologic wonders. Its unfathomable dimensions—277 miles long, 18 miles wide, and a full mile deep—make the Grand Canyon one of the nation’s most spectacular geologic wonders. We’ll spend the day at the South Rim, where the colors of the plateaus and mesas change with the shifting light and shadows. From a stop at Yavapai Point, you can hike to El Tovar, a landmark hotel built in 1905, or continue on to the Mather Point Visitor Center for breathtaking views of the canyon. Enjoy lunch canyonside, with time to stroll along the South Rim from the Hopi House to historic Bright Angel Lodge and Kolb Studio. Back on board the train, enjoy dinner and then gather around the baby grand in the club car as we travel toward Flagstaff. (B,L,D)

Day 7 – Sedona, Arizona
A feast for the eyes and palate. We awake this morning as the train completes its final leg to Flagstaff, and then board luxury coaches for the short ride to Sedona. Sedona is as full of beautiful art as it is surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy lunch al fresco (weather permitting) amidst the red rock spires at Sedona’s top rated resort, followed by shopping at Sedona’s arts and crafts village or a visit to the little known artist community of Jerome. Perched high on the hillside, Jerome’s mining history becomes obvious as you stroll the main street and investigate the galleries overlooking the scenic Verde Valley. Back on board the train, dinner is accompanied by spectacular desert scenery on the way to Santa Fe. (B,L,D)

Day 8 – Santa Fe, New Mexico
“The city different,” one of America’s great art and culinary capitals. Santa Fe calls itself “the city different,” and your visit will clearly show you why. Santa Fe is a city that embraces its natural environment unlike any other in the United States. Renowned for its amazing artists and inventive chefs, Santa Fe is the perfect place to spend the last full day of your GrandLuxe adventure. Enjoy a self–guided walking tour of downtown and a tour of an artist’s home and studio. Take time by yourself to visit the many world–renowned galleries, shops, and museums—including the Georgia O’Keefe Museum and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Enjoy lunch at a fine restaurant in this culinary city. Later, reboard the train for our farewell dinner and then cozy up in your cabin for your final night aboard. (B,L,D)

Day 9Albuquerque, New Mexico
Say farewell to the friends you’ve made on your journey. Your GrandLuxe rail journey comes to a close this morning as we arrive in Albuquerque, a city that traces its roots back three centuries. Stay on in Albuquerque for additional sightseeing or head to the airport to fly home. (B)

Optional Tour packages
Enjoy one of our optional extensions or additional hotel nights before or after your journey. Contact our reservations office for more details.

the Grand Canyon by rail
One of the most stunning sights in the world, the Grand Canyon is the most-visited national park in the United States.

Zion National Park
Zion National Park’s striking landscape of sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs gives it a unique, raw beauty. Fly from Las Vegas to see Zion as an optional add-on (at an additional cost).

Yellowstone National Park
You’re bound to see a variety of interesting native residents as you tour Yellowstone National Park.

Santa Fe’s distinctive architecture
You’ll see dramatic examples of Santa Fe’s distinctive architecture everywhere you turn.

2007 TOUR DATES

9 DAYS FROM JACKSON, WY
TO ALBUQUERQUE, NM

April 29May 7

N

May 311

S

May 1321

N

May 1725

S

May 27June 4

N

May 31June 8

S

June 1018

N

August 2331

S

N = northbound
(Albuquerque to Jackson)

S = southbound
(Jackson to Albuquerque)


2007 TOUR PRICING
Per Person Price – All Based on Double Occupancy Except Single Sleeper

April 29 – May 13 departures
Cabin Price Early Booking Price*
Vintage Pullman $4,490 $4,190
Single Sleeper $5,490 $5,190
Parlor Suite $5,890 $5,590
Classic Presidential $6,190 $5,890
Grand Suite $6,490 $6,190


May 17 – August 23 departures
Cabin Price Early Booking Price*
Vintage Pullman $4,670 $4,370
Single Sleeper $5,710 $5,410
Parlor Suite $6,130 $5,830
Classic Presidential $6,440 $6,140
Grand Suite $6,750 $6,450

Prices include all meals and excursions – Airfare not included

*Must book at least 180 days prior to departure to qualify for savings.

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REVERSE ITINERARY

Day 1

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Day 2

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Day 3

Sedona, Arizona

Day 4

Grand Canyon

Day 5

Las Vegas, Nevada with options to Zion (additional cost) or Grand Canyon

Day 6

Salt Lake City, Utah

Day 7

Yellowstone National Park

Day 8

Grand Teton National Park

Day 9

Jackson, Wyoming


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