Visit three of the nation’s most spectacular National Parks by private vista-dome train. Onboard the Great Western Limited, travelers enjoy comfortable Pullman sleeping car accommodations, a dome lounge car and all meals, wines and spirits as you travel through the Cascade Mountains. The magnificent vista-dome train is just the beginning of a fantastic trip from the shores of Puget Sound to Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road, the geysers and thermal pools in Yellowstone and a float trip down the Snake River surrounded by the Grand Teton Mountains.

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• Private rail transportation aboard the Great Western Limited from Seattle to Glacier National Park including one night aboard the train in private sleeping accommodations
• Hotel accommodations for 7 nights
• Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
• 13 meals
• Sightseeing per itinerary (admission to all attractions included in tour price)
• Services of a professional tour manager
• Baggage handling
• Taxes and service charges

• Puget Sound
• Going-to-the-Sun Road
• Gates of the Mountain cruise
• Virginia City
• Old Faithful
• Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
• Snake River
• Jackson Hole
• Salt Lake City

Day 1 - Seattle to Glacier National Park by Train
Board the Great Western Limited in Seattle late this afternoon. Your private rail adventure begins with a welcome reception on the train as it makes its way alongside Puget Sound, crossing the Cascades during dinner this evening. Overnight train. (R, D)

Day 2 – Glacier National Park
Arrive in Whitefish this morning and set off on one of Glacier National Park’s famous open-air red Jammer buses for the breathtaking trip over the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Later, settle into your accommodations at the Grouse Mountain Lodge. Built by the Great Northern Railroad, this historic hotel with its Swiss-style charm has been delighting park visitors since 1939. upon arrival, the remainder of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this beautiful setting. Overnight Grouse Mountain Lodge. (B)

Day 3 – Gates of the Mountain Cruise
This morning depart for the Gates of the Mountain Cruise, a two-hour excursion in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains between Helena and Great Falls, Montana. Aboard an open-air boat, you’ll glide past magnificent country complete with towering walls of limestone, bighorn sheep and mountain goats and soaring eagles. Our destination today is the enchanting Fairmont Hot Springs. Nestled between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone, this idyllic setting features a variety of soothing mineral pools (admission included) as well as golf and spa services. Overnight Fairmont Hot Springs. (B, L)

Day 4 – Virginia City / Yellowstone National Park
After breakfast, travel to Virginia City, MT, a historic mining town, on the way to Yellowstone National Park. Overnight Lake Yellowstone. (B, L)

Day 5 – Yellowstone Sightseeing
Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is America’s first National Park. Today’s sightseeing tour will showcase some of the Park’s most impressive sights including Old Faithful, the Upper and Lower Falls, Hayden Valley, Fountain Paint Pot and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Overnight Lake Yellowstone. (B)

Day 6 – Grand Teton National Park
Today we drive south to spectacular Grand Teton National Park, a landscape rich with jagged mountains, glaciers, pristine lakes and amazing wildlife including bison, moose and antelope. The evening is at your leisure to explore the cowboy town of Jackson. Overnight Antlers Inn. (B)

Day 7 – Jackson Hole to Salt Lake City
Depart Jackson Hole this morning, traveling south to Salt Lake City with a stop en route at the Oregon Trail Historical Center. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city on your own, perhaps taking time to visit Temple Square. Overnight Little America Hotel. (B, L)

Day 8 – Salt Lake City Sightseeing
This morning is at leisure to sleep in or get an early start to your sightseeing. Late this morning, we’ll embark on a guided sightseeing tour to the city’s popular landmarks. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Join your tour manager and fellow travelers this evening for a farewell dinner. Overnight Little America Hotel. (B, D)

Day 9 – Tour Conclusion
Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning. Travelers can depart for home by air or train. The California Zephyr offers overnight train service to east Chicago and Midwest points or west to San Francisco. (B)

Date (Double Berth (Pullman Sections))	Price per Person
June 17, 2012	$2,395
September 18, 2012	$2,595

• Double Bedroom $200
• Superior Double Bedroom $300
• Two Roomettes $400
• Suite $800