Discover the natural wonders and rugged wilderness of the Southwest on this scenic rail tour through Canyon Country. This tour has it all: amazing national parks, classic train journeys, and spectacular sightseeing and excursions.
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Ride two scenic railways of the Southwest: Grand Canyon Railway and Verde Canyon Railroad; Discover the Grand Canyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Natural Wonders of the World; Jeep tour into Arizona’s backcountry
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Explore the American Southwest with this 6-day journey. Spend 4 days on a guided motorcoach tour that will take you from Salt Lake City to Moab. And board Rocky Mountaineer's Rockies to the Red Rocks train to Denver.
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Beginning in Los Angeles, board Amtrak's Southwest Chief for the overnight journey to Flagstaff, Arizona, where you will catch the historic Grand Canyon Railway for the ride to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. This 4-day rail vacation includes travel aboard two iconic trains, hotel accommodations in Flagstaff and Grand Canyon National Park ...
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Classic overnight rail experience through the American Southwest aboard Amtrak’s Southwest Chief; See hundreds of colorful hot-air balloons take flight at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta; Savor the flavors of New Mexico on a Santa Fe gastronomy tour; Learn about native artifacts and civilization with a visit to the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
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Travel from Denver, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, to the rugged city of Moab, surrounded by red sandstone arches, on this 2-day journey aboard the acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer. Travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary. 2024 Tour code: RV-RTRW-24.
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Same renowned luxury, brand new line: Join the Rocky Mountaineer for its flagship route in America, which travels between the Rocky Mountains of Denver, CO, and the sandstone arches of Moab, UT. Travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary. 2024 Tour code: RV-RRCW-24.
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Venture from Chicago to Albuquerque on this exciting 6-day train excursion. The Amtrak Southwest Chief takes riders through the plains, desert, mountains and even by ranches and pueblos.
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This winter, escape to the warmth of America's southwest and the beauty of one of the world's top natural attractions, the Grand Canyon. Your 6-day train vacation begins in Chicago, where you'll board Amtrak's Southwest Chief for Flagstaff, Arizona.
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Spend the next morning, at the Grand Canyon at leisure, walking the Rim Trail or visiting historic buildings. This 6-day rail vacation includes round-trip travel on Amtrak's Southwest Chief, roundtrip travel on the Grand Canyon Railway, hotel accommodations, sightseeing at the Grand Canyon, and more!
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View Dates & Pricing. Call to book 1-877-929-7245. Enquire about this tour. Receive the latest tours, offers, and inspirational travel content right in your inbox. Set off for adventure on a 19-day rail-cruise vacation across America's west and through the Panama Canal. Embark on your 15-night cruise aboard the Coral Princess or Emerald Princess.
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Tour Albuquerque and enjoy ongoing festivities around the city before gathering again to watch the balloons at sunset, complete with a fireworks show. A spectacular southwest adventure you'll remember for years to come!
View tour detailsFirst Class Colorado Rail Adventure featuring Rocky Mountaineer. (43 reviews) 2024 Aug Sep. 2025 Jun Sep. 9 days from. $5,895 pp $5,395 pp. View Details. Nearly Sold Out. Save up to $500.
Step aboard Rocky Mountaineer's Rockies to the Red Rocks train, the first Rocky Mountaineer luxury train route in the US. Choose from Vacations By Rail's train tours featuring this scenic daylight-only train.
One of Amtrak's beloved overnight expeditions, this train offers panoramic views of the country, from the heart of the Midwest, through the colorful Southwest, and amidst the Old West's arid landscapes, its route from Chicago to Los Angeles.
Great Parks of the Southwest featuring the Grand Canyon is a 10-day escorted tour that visits five national parks: Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef and Arches. It also departs from Chicago Union Station, this time onboard Amtrak's Southwest Chief headed to Flagstaff, AZ and then onto Grand Canyon National Park.
While in the northern US the peak season is typically June to September, in the southern US peak is the spring and fall. Excellent 3,323 reviews on. Order brochure. Sign up to newsletter. Call to Book: 1-877-929-7245. We have partnered with a top provider to bring you the best airfare options for your journey.
Recommended Destinations: Alaska, National Parks, Fall Foliage, Colorado, Southwest, California, Pacific Northwest, The Great Lakes, and more. Ride Famous Trains: California Zephyr, Empire Builder, Southwest Chief, Durango & Silverton, Rocky Mountaineer, and more.
Amtrak Southwest Chief from Flagstaff to Los Angeles. The full journey of the Southwest Chief stretches 2,256 miles (3,631km) from Chicago to Los Angeles, taking passengers on a historic route well-trodden by American Indians, Spanish conquistadors and fur trappers.
Discover two very different regions that encompass the southern states - the Deep South and the Southwest - with one of these thoughtfully crafted Southern USA tours.
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Amtrak roundtrip rail vacations in the U.S. can travel west from Chicago and over the Colorado Rockies to Salt Lake City and San Francisco aboard the California Zephyr. The return to the Windy City follows a course through the colorful Southwest aboard the Southwest Chief.
The travel packages featuring Amtrak trains are just as diverse as the routes themselves. Experience the beauty of the great American West aboard the Southwest Chief, departing from Chicago and traveling through New Mexico and Arizona.