Day 1 – Embark Queen Mary 2 in Southampton, UK
Arrive on your own in Southampton in time for your afternoon sailing aboard the Queen Mary 2 for your Trans-Atlantic crossing. The Queen Mary 2 is the most magnificent ocean liner ever built, combining impeccable service, luxurious accommodation and exquisite dining with modern innovations. Overnight ship. (D)
Days 2 – 7 At Sea
With 14 decks, unsurpassed amenities including a Planetarium, and endless activities, you can do as little or as much as you’d like during your days at sea. The Queen Mary 2 provides you with a wealth of engaging experiences to enjoy every day. Broaden your horizons with a lecture series and stimulating workshops. Unwind in the spa. Shop fine boutiques for yourself or for souvenirs. Overnight ship. (6B, 6L, 6D)
Day 8 – Arrive New York City
Welcome to the Big Apple! Upon arrival in New York City this morning, transfer on your own to your centrally-located hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Visit Times Square, take in a theater performance, and enjoy one of the city’s many fantastic restaurants. Overnight New York City.
Day 9 – New York Sightseeing
Board a double-decker sightseeing bus for an amazing tour of the city. Hop on and off at more than 30 different stops including Central Park, Lincoln Center, Fifth Avenue, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, and more. Overnight New York City.
Day 10 – High-Speed Train to the U.S. Capitol
This morning head to bustling Penn Station and board the high-speed Acela for your 10:00 am train trip to Washington, DC. Upon arrival, transfer on your own to your centrally-located hotel with the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure to explore the nation’s capitol. Overnight Washington, DC.
Day 11 - DC Sightseeing
Washington, DC is full of amazing things to see and do. Get a lay of the land while learning all about the history that surrounds this great city on today’s guided sightseeing tour of DC’s top monuments and attractions. A special highlight is a boat cruise on the Potomac River! Overnight Washington, DC.
Day 12 - Capitol Limited to Chicago
The better part of the day is free to visit one of Washington, DC’s many important museums and monuments, explore Georgetown, or see where the nation’s elected officials conduct business on the Hill. This afternoon, make your way to DC’s Union Station to board Amtrak’s Capitol Limited for the overnight journey to Chicago. As the train makes its way through Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio, and Indiana, visit the Sightseer Lounge car for panoramic views of the passing scenery, enjoy a hot meal in the dining car with your fellow travelers, and settle into your onboard accommodations for the comfortable trip west. Overnight train. (D)
Day 13 - Chicago Sightseeing
The Capitol Limited is scheduled to arrive in Chicago at 8:45 am. Transfer on your own to your centrally-located hotel, drop off your belongings, and hit the town for a full day of sightseeing on a hop on/hop off trolley tour. Visit the city’s most popular attractions including Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Navy Pier, Willis Tower, the theater district and more. Overnight Chicago. (B)
Day 14 - Chicago at Leisure
You have a full day at your leisure in the Windy City. Visit one of Chicago’s museums to view precious works of art, age-old fossils, or the solar system. Shop along the Magnificent Mile. Enjoy a cocktail and the views from the 95th floor of the John Hancock Building. Stroll along the lakefront, see a first-run play, and dine in a renowned steak house. Overnight Chicago.
Day 15 - Southwest Chief to Williams
Sleep in this morning or finish your souvenir shopping. This afternoon make your way to Chicago’s historic Union Station. Board Amtrak’s Southwest Chief and settle in for the overnight journey to Williams, Arizona. As the train begins its journey west mid-afternoon, visit the Sightseer Lounge for stunning views of the passing scenery. Overnight train (D)
Day 16 - En Route to Williams
As you leave the plains of the Midwest behind, the scenery changes to colorful desert. Spend the day relaxing aboard the train. Read a book, chat with your fellow travelers or get lost in thought as you enjoy unsurpassed scenery from the lounge car or your seat. The train arrives in Williams Junction late this evening. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in neighboring Williams. Overnight Williams. (B, L, D)
Day 17 - Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon
After breakfast at the Grand Depot Café, make the journey to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon aboard the vintage Grand Canyon Railway, the historic train that once transported the likes of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Doris Day. Once at the Grand Canyon, embark on a Freedom Tour of the South Rim, a narrated tour that visits some of the most prominent lookouts including Mohave Point and Hermits Rest. Overnight Grand Canyon. (B)
Day 18 - The Grand Canyon
The morning is yours to explore Grand Canyon Village and its historic buildings, either on your own or on an optional tour of the area. This afternoon board the Grand Canyon Railway for the return trip to Williams. Upon arrival, enjoy dinner at the Grand Depot Café. Take the evening to relax at the historic Grand Canyon Railway hotel before transferring to Williams Junction for your 10:33 pm train west to Los Angeles. After such a full day, you’ll be ready for a good night’s rest aboard the Southwest Chief. Overnight train. (D)
Day 19 - Arrive in Los Angeles
The Southwest Chief arrives at Los Angeles’ Union Station at 8:15 am. Transfer on your own to your hotel with the remainder of the day at your leisure. See Santa Monica Pier, visit the Getty Museum, shop the chic boutiques along Rodeo Drive, or ask your concierge to get you tickets to a local sporting event or concert. Overnight Los Angeles. (B)
Day 20 - Universal Studios
Revel in the thrills of amusement park rides and behind-the-scenes tours at Universal Studios. Your attractions pass gives you priority boarding privileges for all attractions, reserved seating at all Universal Studios show, and behind-the-scenes privileges at select attractions. Overnight Los Angeles.
Day 21 - Return Home
Your vacation comes to an end this morning. Transfer on your own to the airport for your return trip home from Los Angeles.
Eastbound itinerary operates in reverse, from Los Angeles to New York City to Southampton, UK (Trans-Atlantic cruise Days 14 - 21 ). Port taxes range from $39.68 (westbound) to $51.89 (eastbound) per person.
Prices are land-only, per person. Prices are correct at the time of this web page being published; however, prices are subject to change.
Valid passport and proper documentation is required for this trip.
