Pacific Northwest and the Columbia River Cruise

TRAVEL THE STORIED PIONEER ROUTE FROM CHICAGO TO VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON BY TRAIN FOR A PACIFIC NORTHWEST ADVENTURE THAT CONTINUES THROUGH OREGON AND WASHINGTON, FOLLOWING THE COLUMBIA AND SNAKE RIVERS ABOARD THE AMERICAN EMPRESS STEAMBOAT. Embark on a rail and river cruise adventure following the path... Read MoreTRAVEL THE STORIED PIONEER ROUTE FROM CHICAGO TO VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON BY TRAIN FOR A PACIFIC NORTHWEST ADVENTURE THAT CONTINUES THROUGH OREGON AND WASHINGTON, FOLLOWING THE COLUMBIA AND SNAKE RIVERS ABOARD THE AMERICAN EMPRESS STEAMBOAT. Embark on a rail and river cruise adventure following the path taken by explorers Lewis and Clark in 1805. Beginning in Chicago, board Amtrak's Empire Builder train for the storied 2-night journey across the northern prairies into Big Sky Country, ending in Vancouver, Washington. Explore Vancouver and nearby Portland during a short city stay before boarding the American Empress, your floating boutique hotel for the journey into the heart of Washington's wine country. our a millionaire's Victorian home in Astoria, Oregon and marvel at the engineering achievement of the Bonneville Dam. Whether you choose to take in the scenery from Mt. Hood's Timberline Lodge nestled among the pines or climb a lighthouse to view the expansive Pacific, a voyage on the Columbia and Snake Rivers will show you the world from a new perspective. American Queen Steamboat Company requires a COVID-19 vaccination for all guests and crew for all sailings beginning July 1, 2021 Highlights: * Transportation aboard Amtrak (2 nights on train) * Hotel accommodations for 1 night * All meals aboard the ship * 7-night river cruise aboard the American Empress * Complimentary wine and beer with dinner and complimentary cappuccino, espresso, specialty coffees, bottled water and soft drinks throughout the river cruise * Ports of call: - Astoria, OR - The Dalles, OR - Stevenson, WA - Tri-Cities (Richland), WA - Clarkston, WA

Starting at: $3,750

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An Alaskan Odyssey

EXPLORE THE SPECTACULAR BEAUTY AND FASCINATING HISTORY OF ALASKA ON A JOURNEY FROM THE PACIFIC TO THE ARCTIC OCEAN. Your Alaskan adventure begins in Anchorage, where you’ll depart on a glacier cruise into Prince William Sound, taking in marine life and stunning views along the way. Next, you’ll... Read MoreEXPLORE THE SPECTACULAR BEAUTY AND FASCINATING HISTORY OF ALASKA ON A JOURNEY FROM THE PACIFIC TO THE ARCTIC OCEAN. Your Alaskan adventure begins in Anchorage, where you’ll depart on a glacier cruise into Prince William Sound, taking in marine life and stunning views along the way. Next, you’ll explore Denali National Park’s majestic wildlife and scenery, and visit the historic city of Fairbanks, known as Alaska’s “Golden Heart City.” From Fairbanks, you’ll cross the Arctic Circle and take a guided scenic drive along the Dalton Highway, stopping to explore the Arctic Coastal Plane’s wetlands and streams. Continue on the guided drive, where you’ll traverse the Brooks Mountain Range, cross the Continental Divide, and visit the Yukon River, one of the most famous and beautiful rivers in North America. Finish your trip with time to explore Fairbanks on your own before heading back to Anchorage. Highlights: * Travel the Alaska Railroad * 9 nights accommodation in hotels * Glacier cruise in Prince William Sound with roundtrip rail transfers * Guided tours of Denali, Fairbanks, Prudhoe Bay * Sightseeing tour of Fairbanks and Sternwheeler Riverboat Cruise * Flight from Fairbanks to Prudhoe Bay, experiencing the Arctic Ocean by air * Guided travel on the remote Dalton Highway across the Arctic Circle, Yukon River and the spectacular Brooks Mountain Range to the Arctic Ocean * Bus transfer from Anchorage to Denali * Flight from Fairbanks to Anchorage

Starting at: $3,875

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Enchanting Rhine (Basel to Amsterdam)

Starting at: $3,879

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Enchanting Rhine (Wine Cruise) (Basel to Amsterdam)

Starting at: $3,879

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Enchanting Rhine (Celebration of Wine, Taste of Christmas) (Basel to Amsterdam)

Starting at: $4,049

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America's Treasures & Natural Wonders

AN ADVENTURE INTO THE GREAT WEST, THIS 2-WEEK JOURNEY TELLS A STORY OF EARTH’S WONDERS AND MAGNIFICENT DISPLAYS OF NATURE THROUGH VISITS TO SIX OF AMERICA’S MOST BELOVED NATIONAL PARKS. Set your sights on amazing scenes of America’s wilderness with visits to six national parks on this unforgettable... Read MoreAN ADVENTURE INTO THE GREAT WEST, THIS 2-WEEK JOURNEY TELLS A STORY OF EARTH’S WONDERS AND MAGNIFICENT DISPLAYS OF NATURE THROUGH VISITS TO SIX OF AMERICA’S MOST BELOVED NATIONAL PARKS. Set your sights on amazing scenes of America’s wilderness with visits to six national parks on this unforgettable 14-day tour of the West. The journey begins on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, aboard which beautiful vistas of pueblos, deserts, mountains and cities come to life en route to Flagstaff. Our first glimpse at the sheer majesty of nature is had upon arrival, as we venture to Grand Canyon National Park. Moving onto Lake Powell, a scenic reservoir on the Arizona/Utah border, we enjoy dramatic scenery from both the land and the water before continuing onto Zion National Park. Bryce Canyon National Park offers even further insight into the natural wonders hidden right in our backyard. Between national parks, we enjoy some time in Salt Lake City; then, it is back to nature with excursions to Grand Teton, Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. From the scenery to the iconic sites and the wildlife, your camera and your heart will overflow with memories from this voyage. Highlights: * Rail travel on Amtrak (1 night on train) * Hotel accommodations for 12 nights * 16 meals, including a traditional Chuckwagon dinner * Meals on the train included when upgrading to private sleeping accommodations * Grand Canyon National Park * Lake Powell Dinner Cruise * Zion National Park, including tram tour * Bryce Canyon National Park * Salt Lake City Tour * Grand Teton National Park * Yellowstone National Park, including Old Faithful * Glacier National Park, including Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard vintage Red Jammer Buses * National Park entrance fees * Transportation by deluxe motorcoach * Services of a professional tour manager * Baggage handling

Starting at: $4,120

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National Parks of the Southwest

It’s a land of scenes epic in scope, from the immense Grand Canyon and the winding Colorado to the sandstone spires of Bryce and the red-rock cliffs and chasms of Zion. It’s the Southwest, which our small group celebrates at favorite national parks and preserves. And, wrote author Wallace Stegner,... Read MoreIt’s a land of scenes epic in scope, from the immense Grand Canyon and the winding Colorado to the sandstone spires of Bryce and the red-rock cliffs and chasms of Zion. It’s the Southwest, which our small group celebrates at favorite national parks and preserves. And, wrote author Wallace Stegner, it’s America’s “best idea.” Note: Some dates may travel with a reverse itinerary.

Starting at: $4,195

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Enchanting Rhine (New Year's Celebration) (Basel to Amsterdam)

Starting at: $4,249

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Enchanting Rhine (Christmas Time) (Basel to Amsterdam)

Starting at: $4,279

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Canyons, Glaciers & Waterfalls by Rail

TAKE A RAIL JOURNEY TO THREE OF THE US'S FAMED NATIONAL PARKS, ABOARD THREE RENOWNED AMTRAK TRAINS. Start your rail vacation in Chicago, with the first day at your leisure. Between the city's numerous museums, terrific shopping, and delicious local cuisine, it will be hard to fit experiencing all that's... Read MoreTAKE A RAIL JOURNEY TO THREE OF THE US'S FAMED NATIONAL PARKS, ABOARD THREE RENOWNED AMTRAK TRAINS. Start your rail vacation in Chicago, with the first day at your leisure. Between the city's numerous museums, terrific shopping, and delicious local cuisine, it will be hard to fit experiencing all that's outstanding about this city in one day. After Chicago, begin your train journey by visiting one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon. While at the Canyon have the opportunity to ride the historic Grand Canyon Railway to the Canyon's South Rim. Additional highlights include city stays in Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle. Continue your journey aboard the Southwest Chief towards Los Angeles. Keep your eyes peeled for a possible celebrity sighting as you get a day to sightsee in this star-studded city. Upon your visit to Los Angeles continue to San Francisco, which is a short motor coach ride to the beautiful Yosemite National Park. The dazzling waterfalls and diverse plant and wildlife are what make this National Park truly unique. Proceed north towards Seattle, where you will board your final train of the trip, the Empire Builder, to gorgeous Glacier National Park. Spend the last part of your journey exploring this stunning National Park, with glaciers over 4,000 years old. Highlights: * Transportation aboard Amtrak (5 nights on train) * Hotel accommodations for 13 nights * 2 meals * Chicago Hop On/ Hop Off tour * Motorcoach tour of South Rim of the Grand Canyon * Los Angeles Hop on/ Hop off Double Decker tour * Yosemite National Park * Glacier National Park * Going-to-the-Sun Road on vintage Red Jammer buses

Starting at: $4,425

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