Amtrak Vacations GRAND CANYON DISCOVERY, 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

Package Also Includes:
• One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago to Santa Fe; Santa Fe to Williams Junction in Coach accommodations on the Southwest Chief®
• 8 nights’ hotel accommodations; 1 night on board Amtrak
• 2 meals included (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)
• One-way shuttle transfer from Maswik Lodge in the Grand Canyon to Flagstaff hotel
• Roundtrip transfer from Flagstaff to Sedona

*Chicago Hop-on, Hop-off Tour ticket gives you transportation to the most famous Chicago attractions. You will enjoy a two hour Signature Tour, covering 13 magnificent miles of Chicago's downtown and the Loop, including stops like The Art Institute, and many more!

DAY 1 CHICAGO
Welcome to Chicago! Today, your journey begins with a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing pass, which gives you transportation to the most famous Chicago attractions. This tour covers 13 miles and includes stops at the Art Institute, the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, and many more popular Chicago destinations. Feel free to hop on and off at any stop to further explore the area at your leisure. (Overnight in Chicago)

DAY 2 CHICAGO
Enjoy the second day of your hop-on, hop-off city tour of Chicago and explore any sites you didn’t get a chance to see yesterday. This enjoyable day of sightseeing will be followed by an included dinner a popular Chicago restaurant. (Overnight in Chicago) D

DAY 3 OVERNIGHT ON BOARD AMTRAK®
Travel on your own to the Amtrak station and board the Southwest Chief® to Santa Fe. This gorgeous train ride takes you through curving canyon passages only a few feet wider than the train itself! You'll see spectacular landscapes and pristine vistas not visible from any highway. (Overnight on board the train)

DAY 4 SANTA FE
After your arrival in Santa Fe in the afternoon, take some time to get know this cultural gem of a city. Santa Fe is known as a treasure for art, culture, and cuisine. It also offers spectacular views of serene mountains. Enjoy a free day exploring all that Santa Fe has to offer. (Overnight in Santa Fe)

DAY 5 SANTA FE
Today you will enjoy a guided walking tour of Santa Fe. This colorful and historic town is nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Founded over 400 years ago by the Spaniards and inhabited by the Pueblo Indians for over 1000 years before that, this unique destination is so culturally diverse and interesting that travelers from all over the world come to visit. (Overnight in Santa Fe)

DAY 6 SANTA FE > WILLIAMS
You will be transferred from downtown Santa Fe back to the Amtrak station where you will board the train to Williams Junction. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to Williams, AZ, where you will enjoy a good night’s sleep before your adventure to the Grand Canyon tomorrow. (Overnight in Williams)

DAY 7 GRAND CANYON
This morning, dine and enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Grand Depot Café, the perfect starting place for your Grand Canyon adventure! Then, board the Grand Canyon Railway, which will take you right into the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. Enjoy a motorcoach tour of the Canyon’s majestic South and take in some of the most spectacular vistas in North America, which were formed over 17 million years ago. The Canyon’s landscape is truly breathtaking. (Overnight in the Grand Canyon) B

DAY 8 GRAND CANYON > FLAGSTAFF
Today you’ll have some time in the morning to take in the fresh mountain air as you spend free time enjoying the sights of the Canyon. You’ll depart later this morning and head to Flagstaff for a good night’s sleep. (Overnight in Flagstaff)

DAY 9 FLAGSTAFF > SEDONA > FLAGSTAFF
Get ready to explore the spectacular Red Rocks of Sedona with your included Canyons & Cowboys jeep tour. Take the rest of the day to explore the astounding natural wonders of Flagstaff on your own. This gorgeous city offers many invigorating outdoor recreation activities and fascinating cultural attractions. If you are looking for something to do later in the evening, the Lowell observatory perfect for stargazers. (Overnight in Flagstaff)

DAY 10 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN FLAGSTAFF

Legend for meals: B - Breakfast, BR - Brunch, L - Lunch, D - Dinner

Included Cities Included Hotels

Chicago -Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza
Santa Fe - Santa Fe Sage Inn
Williams Junction - Grand Canyon Railway Hotel
Grand Canyon - Maswik Lodge
Flagstaff - Little America Hotel

Alternative hotels may be substituted based on availability.