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The Grand Canyon Railway and Verde Canyon Railway take you from where the road ends and the rails begin. This exciting escorted tour showcases two premier private railways in the Southwest. In addition you will have spectacular views of the Grand Canyon and days to explore Sedona, Arizona.
Call 877-929-7245 for air fares and schedules from your city to and from Phoenix.
- Services of a Professional Tour Manager
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation for touring
- Spend 4 nights in Sedona, the heart of red rock country
- 8 Meals (3 dinners and 5 breakfasts)
- Round trip airport transfers
- View Oak Creek Canyon
- Narrated trolley tour of Sedona including Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Gallery Row, and the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross
- Ride the historic Grand Canyon Railway in the comfort of First Class seats to the edge of the awesome Grand Canyon
- Experience the breathtaking beauty of Grand Canyon National Park
- Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument and the old mining town of Jerome
- Journey through Verde Canyon in First Class comfort aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad
- Enjoy rip-roarin' family entertainment and a chuckwagon supper at the Blazin' M Ranch and Western Stage Show
- $30 in future travel credits
Day One - Hilton Garden Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Days Two through Five - Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel, Sedona, Arizona.
Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Scottsdale is $139, tax included.
Montezuma Castle National Monument and Jerome
Your journey starts in the mountains
of Arizona. Just outside of Phoenix,
carved into a limestone cliff, is a fivestory,
20-room ancient Indian
dwelling, which remains one of the
best preserved cliff dwellings in
North America. Ironically, it's not a
castle and Montezuma was never
here, but this amazing structure will
give you a unique glimpse into the
lives of the prehistoric Sinaqua
tribes.
Then your travels move ahead
to the bustling 1800s with a stop at
an old mining town. Enter Jerome, population 450. Back in its hey-day,
Jerome was a melting pot for those
who dreamed of making a quick fortune.
But today, this lively little town
is a fun stop along the trail.
All Aboard the Grand Canyon Railway
Explore this great canyon from the
perspective of the vintage Grand
Canyon Railway. From your seat,
you'll watch the ever-changing terrain,
from high desert to prairie to
pine, as you ride into the heart of
Grand Canyon National Park. You'll
thrill to the sheer size and colorful
scenery and be charmed by the stories
the train crew tell of Grand
Canyon folklore as well as history.
Strolling musicians bring on the
lively entertainment en route.
Enchanting Sedona
Some say Sedona is one of the most
spiritual places on earth. Its breathtaking
beauty fills the senses and
soothes the soul. You'll have an
opportunity to experience it all as you discover the awesome majesty of this
artist's colony, set amidst the red rocks of
Oak Creek Canyon with a four night stay
in downtown Sedona. You'll step aboard
the Sedona Trolley for a narrated tour, highlighted
by Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts
Village, Gallery Row and a stop at the
famous Chapel of the Holy Cross. A full day
of leisure awaits you in Sedona, to explore
the eclectic art galleries and craft shops on
your own. How about an optional jeep tour
of the Sedona backcountry for a close up
view of this desert terrain? And, be sure to
bring back a special drawing or other art
collectible.
Oak Creek Canyon - Verde Canyon Railroad
Get ready for a scenic, leisurely ride over
old-fashioned trestles, past Indian ruins
and through a 700-foot tunnel. You'll travel
First Class on the Verde Canyon Railroad
along an amazing track through canyon
country. There are even five open-air cars
for your viewing pleasure. At night, you'll
chow down in style with a chuckwagon
supper at the Blazin' M Ranch and
Western Stage Show.
Day One - Arrive in Arizona
Our Arizona adventure begins as we arrive in Phoenix and are transferred to "Old Town" Scottsdale. Old Town is the southwest's premier art center where quaint Western-style streets are brimming with galleries, specialty shops and restaurants. Tonight, join your Tour Manager and meet your traveling companions at 6:00 p.m. in the hotel lobby for a get-acquainted dinner. (D)
Day Two - Montezuma Castle and Sedona Trolley Tour
This morning we visit Montezuma Castle National Monument, an ancient five-story Indian dwelling carved out of a great limestone cliff. Our narrated trolley tour of Sedona visits the south side of town, highlighted by Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Gallery Row, and a stop at the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross. (B)
Day Three - Grand Canyon Railway
Travel to Grand Canyon National Park aboard the vintage Grand Canyon Railway and watch the ever-changing terrain, from high desert to prairie to pine. You will have ample time to explore Grand Canyon Village or use the free park shuttle system for breathtaking views. (B, D)
Day Four - Sedona at Leisure
Sedona, an artist community, is set amongst the red-hued rocks of Oak Creek Canyon. Its breathtaking beauty fills the senses and soothes the soul. Today has been reserved as a day of leisure. Sit back, relax and enjoy the warmth of the Arizona sun, explore the eclectic art galleries and craft shops, or take an optional guided jeep tour through the Sedona backcountry. (B)
Day Five - Verde Canyon Railroad
This morning, we stop in Jerome, an old mining town and melting pot for those who dreamed of making a quick fortune. Once virtually a ghost town, it is now restored with shops, museums and art. Later we climb aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a spectacular journey over old-fashioned trestles, past ancient Indian ruins and through a 700-foot tunnel. Enjoy the views from the comfort of your First Class seat or from the five open-air viewing cars. Watch for wildflowers, blooming cacti and wildlife in their natural habitat. Tonight, you'll chow down with a chuckwagon supper at the Blazin' M Ranch and Western Stage Show. (B, D)
Day Six - Travel Home
Our tour comes to a close with a group transfer to Phoenix airport for flights after 12:00 p.m.
Meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
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