Lake Shore Limited Experience-Chicago to New York

Start out in the fabulous Windy City and spend the night in one of Chicago's legendary hotels. Enjoy a complimentary pass on Chicago's Hop On/Hop-Off Trolley and visit many of the city's great shopping, dining and attractions on your own. Don't miss Millennium Park and Chicago's newest landmark, affectionately known as "The Bean." Treat yourself to deep-dish pizza or dinner at a well-known steakhouse or Italian restaurant. In the evening, Chicago's great nightlife on Rush Street beckons. Overnight Chicago.

Enjoy more of Chicago today before your evening departure. Walk down the Magnificent Mile and take an architecture tour along the Chicago River. Spend some time in Chicago's many world famous museums like the Art Institute and Field Museum. Head to Union Station and board the Lake Shore Limited for your 9 p.m. departure.* Get comfortable in your reclining seat with leg rest. Read, listen to music or chat with your fellow travelers. Overnight train.

* Sleeper car passengers are invited to enjoy early boarding and a wine and cheese reception at 7:30 PM when available.

Wake up this morning near Buffalo, New York and watch for some historic points of interest, such as Bannerman's Castle, West Point Academy and FDR's National Historic Site. Travel 130 spectacular miles along the Hudson River, also known as "America's Rhine" for its natural beauty. Pass by Albany, the NY state capitol, with the Catskill Mountains looming in the background. Arrive in bustling New York, NY early this evening and check in to your hotel. Then, get ready for a night on the town. Catch a Broadway play, see what's happening at Madison Square Garden or take a carriage ride through Central Park. Enjoy dinner at an ethnic restaurant and don't miss Times Square, all lit up at night. Overnight New York City.

The day is yours to explore more of New York City. Head to the observatory of the famous Empire State Building or Liberty Island to see The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Walk along Fifth Avenue. Visit the United Nations building, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and pay tribute at Ground Zero. Make your way home via rail or air from one of New York's three airports.