10 Popular Getaways in the United States & Canada: Adventures in Your Own Backyard
Mar 30, 2022 · By Vacations By Rail
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Read more2022 Tour code: TU-ZYSW-22
About the tour
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks offer some of the most impressive natural sights, and they are yours to discover on this best of the west rail and drive vacation. Admire the expansive Teton Mountains, Old Faithful bursting to the sky, waterfalls and hot springs, and of course, an outstanding variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears, bison, and elk.
Your grand adventure begins with a classic overnight rail journey from Chicago to Salt Lake City aboard the legendary California Zephyr. The following four days are filled with independent explorations by car. Perhaps take time to discover Salt Lake City's famous sites, such as Temple Square and the historic State Capitol, before embarking on a scenic drive into Wyoming. Here, the cowboy town of Jackson brims with western charm, and Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks showcase their natural treasures. When your national park explorations conclude, return to Salt Lake City and board the California Zephyr for your onward journey to San Francisco.
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Get set for your Wild West adventure as you board Amtrak's California Zephyr at Chicago Union Station. Settle into your onboard accommodations, sit back and relax as the train begins its journey west. Walk through the train to the glass-walled Sightseer Lounge car for panoramic views of the passing scenery. Overnight train.
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4.6 / 5 · 9 reviews
Lana B, Houston, TX
Submitted 03 Sep 2021
The package put together by Vacations By Rail went above and beyond what I could have done on my own. They really considered logistics when booking overnight hotels and rental car pick up/drop off. Overall as our first experience with long distance rail travel, I am very happy we chose Vacations By Rail.
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Lana B, Houston, TX
Submitted 03 Sep 2021
The package put together by Vacations By Rail went above and beyond what I could have done on my own. They really considered logistics when booking overnight hotels and rental car pick up/drop off. Overall as our first experience with long distance rail travel, I am very happy we chose Vacations By Rail.
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Subhash K, Scarsdale, NY
Submitted 17 Dec 2018
Very well arranged tour.
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Mary & William P, Baltimore, MD
Submitted 03 Dec 2018
Having taken many tour vacations, this is the first vacation with tours that really met my expectations I would do it again if the occasion comes up.
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Judith H, Concord, OH
Submitted 25 Oct 2018
Train travel allowed both of us to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
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Pamela S, Kernersville, NC
Submitted 02 Mar 2018
Staff and people on train were very nice. Liked the coach seats for a one night stay on train. Would recommend a sleeper car if more than one night say.
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