Grand Pacific to Grand Tetons

Travel:: By Train
Duration:: 9 days
Priced From:: $2,395 per person

Grand Pacific to Grand Tetons

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A short but elegant holiday by 1950’s era streamliner train to a trio of extraordinary national Parks with intelligent design, a leisurely pace, superb sightseeing included and tour managers that are ranked the best in the industry.

In the 1950’s and 1960’s, the great way to see the National Parks of the West was to travel by vista-dome train aboard such legends as the North Coast Limited, the City of Portland or the Denver Zephyr, enjoying comfort and great style on the way to scenic wonders like Yellowstone and Glacier National Park. In 2012, we are proud to offer our guests the opportunity to enjoy the finest form of overland travel ever devised, streamliner ‘vista-dome’ service on four special departures to three of the most spectacular national Parks, all in one elegant, comfortably paced holiday. Onboard our own Great Western Limited, our guests enjoy comfortable Pullman sleeping car accommodations with real beds, soft pillows and plenty of comfort. There is dome lounge car that offers that rarest of treats, dome dining, pleasant under glass as you travel through the Cascade Mountains. Naturally, all meals, wines & spirits aboard are included, with meals prepared freshly by a skilled chef and served on fine linen with fresh flowers and deft service.

Remarkably, the vistadome train is simply the opening act of a remarkable vacation that includes Glacier National Park, two nights in amazing Yellowstone, an overnight stay in picturesque Jackson, Wyoming and two nights at the acclaimed Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City, a remarkable luxury hotel and the perfect relaxing end to a visual feast. Nicely, completely sightseeing is included, from the famed red open-air jammer buses at Glacier Park over the storied Going to the Sun Road to touring at Yellowstone to a float trip on the Snake River with the Tetons as a backdrop. Similarly, all of our hotels are well chosen and we have left plenty of free time for you to enjoy these places at your own pace.

The principal flaw of this program is that there are only four departures from Seattle aboard the special train and they are certain to sell out so prompt reservations are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All Aboard!

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Pullman sleeping car travel from Seattle to Glacier National Park Montana aboard our private Domeliner the Great Western Limited, an overnight journey over the Burlington Northern Railroad with a daylight passage over the Cascade Mountains. All meals, wines & spirits while aboard are included.

Fully hosted from start to finish by a professional tour manager that handles all the details for you.

An overnight stay in Glacier National Park with complete sightseeing including the famed red ‘jammer’ buses over the extraordinary ‘Going to the Sun’ Highway.

Two-night stay in Yellowstone National Park along with complete sightseeing including Old Faithful Geyser and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

Overnight stay in quaint Jackson Hole Wyoming with touring of Grand Teton National Park and a float trip on the Snake River.

Two-night stay in Salt Lake City at the Four-Diamond rated Little America Hotel with sightseeing, plenty of free time and a grand Farewell Dinner.

Many meals including breakfast daily.

All sightseeing throughout including admission fees.

Day 1: All Aboard!

We board the Great Western Limited in Seattle in late afternoon and are soon running alongside Puget Sound during our welcome reception, a nice beginning to a refined holiday. Later today, we cross the Cascades while enjoying an elegant welcome dinner. Tonight is spent aboard as we roll east over the Burlington Northern Railroad. (R,D)

Day 2: Overnight Glacier National Park

Upon arrival in Whitefish this morning we board one of the famed red open-air ‘jammer’ busses for the stunning trip over the Going to the Sun Highway across the Continental Divide. Tonight, the inviting Grouse Mountain Lodge welcomes us. We have intentionally left the evening free to you to enjoy the beautiful setting as you like. (B)

Day 3: Glacier National Park to Fairmont Hotsprings

After breakfast we depart for the Gates of the Mountain Cruise, a lovely two-hour excursion in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains between Helena and Great Falls, Montana. Aboard an open-air boat (covered in case of rain), you’ll glide through magnificent country Meriwether Lewis would still recognize with great towering walls of limestone, Bighorn sheep, Mountain Goats and eagles.Today is a special treat and a relaxing coda after a few days of travel as we arrive at enchanting Fairmont Hot Springs, the perfect ‘Travelers Rest’ to borrow a line from Lewis & Clark on their epic journey through the same area. Nestled between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone this idyllic setting features a variety of soothing mineral pools (admission is included) and there is also golf and a fine spa with massage. The perfect refresher and a highlight for our guests that no other tour company offers. (B, L)

Day 4: Fairmont Hotsprings to Yellowstone

After breakfast, another beautiful day as we head off to Virginia City, Montana, a historic mining town of great charm and later today, arrive at Lake Yellowstone to begin our two-night stay. (B, L)

Day 5: Yellowstone National Park

Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park and after breakfast, we begin a day that is a visual feast. You will see Upper and Lower Falls, Hayden Valley, Old Faithful, Fountain Paint Pot and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Most tours offer one-night at Yellowstone, our lucky guests enjoy two nights, one of many elements that makes this holiday better than most offered by our competitors. Tonight is our second Overnight in Yellowstone. (B)

Day 6: Yellowstone to Jackson Hole

We drive south today to spectacular Grand Teton National Park, a spectacular landscape rich with jagged mountains, glaciers, pristine lakes and amazing wildlife including bison, moose and antelope. Guests enjoy an overnight stay with plenty of free time. Overnight at the Antler Inn. (B)

Day 7: Jackson Hole to Salt Lake City

Departing Jackson Hole this morning we travel south, stopping at the Oregon Trail Historical Center and then traveling along the Great Salt Lake before an afternoon arrival in Salt Lake City. After our time in the National Parks, luxury awaits tonight in the Four-Diamond rated Little America Hotel in the heart of downtown. There is even time to visit Temple Square with all evening at leisure. (B, L)

Day 8: Salt Lake City

All morning to sleep in and we have a sightseeing tour in late morning followed by plenty of free time to enjoy this sparkling city at the base of the Wasatch Mountains. Well worth seeing is Temple Square with its justly acclaimed visitors center. We have intentionally left the afternoon at leisure and tonight is a very special farewell dinner. Overnight at the Little America Hotel. (B, D)

Day 9: Welcome Home!

Guests may depart for home by air or train. The California Zephyrs offers overnight service to Chicago and Midwest points or the San Francisco and Northern California. (B)

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Train Room Category	June	July-Sept.
Double Berth (Pullman Sections) Upper and lower berths.	$2,395	$2,595
Double Bedroom One large room with upper and lower berths and private enclosed bathroom with toilet and washbasin. Perfect for couples traveling together.	$2,595	$2,795
Superior Double Bedroom Same as Standard Double Bedroom except instead of two armchairs, features large sofa by day. These rooms are also slightly larger in length.	$2,695	$2,895
Suite Accommodations on Train Two Double Bedrooms combined to guarantee two lower beds or a large queen bed. Includes two picture windows, and two separate bathrooms with washbasins and toilets!	$3,195	$3,395
Two Roomettes Two individual single rooms offering individual lower beds, Individual washbasin and toilets in each room. Perfect for friends traveling together.	$2,795	$2,995
Single Occupancy (Including exclusive single occupancy Hotel accommodations throughout.) Single Roomette with Lower bed, washbasin and toilet in room.	$3,395	$3,595

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Grand Pacific to Grand Tetons

Grand Pacific to Grand Tetons

Highlights

Day 1: All Aboard!

Day 2: Overnight Glacier National Park

Day 3: Glacier National Park to Fairmont Hotsprings

Day 4: Fairmont Hotsprings to Yellowstone

Day 5: Yellowstone National Park

Day 6: Yellowstone to Jackson Hole

Day 7: Jackson Hole to Salt Lake City

Day 8: Salt Lake City

Day 9: Welcome Home!

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