The All American Rail Journey

The All American Rail Journey Itinerary

• Day 1 • Chicago to New York

  Your journey begins in Chicago! This evening board Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited for your trip to New York. Settle in for your leisurely ride to "The Big Apple."

• Day 2 • New York City, NY

  Upon arrival in New York, check-in to your hotel and begin to experience "The Big Apple"! Take the evening to enjoy New York on your own. A whole day of sightseeing awaits you tomorrow.

• Day 3 • New York City, NY

  Today you will enjoy the best of what New York City has to offer on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of the city. Use the tour to stop at such iconic New York sights as Times Square and Central Park. You will also have admissions to either the Empire State Building Observatory or the Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Centre.

• Day 4 • New York City to New Orleans

  This afternoon, you will board Amtrak's Crescent line for your trip south to the "Crescent City." Settle in and relax on your leisurely ride as the train makes its way towards New Orleans.

• Day 5 • New Orleans, LA

  Welcome to New Orleans! This evening you are free to explore New Orleans on your own. Famous for its fun and unique culture, there is definitely a good time to be had in "The Big Easy".

• Day 6 • New Orleans, LA

  This morning you will learn all about New Orleans on a guided sightseeing city tour. This tour will bring you to such important New Orleans sights as historic Jackson Square, the fun-filled French Quarter, and the eerie graveyards known as the "Cities of the Dead." Also, choose between a fabulous brunch accompanied by some of the most amazing jazz performers or dinner at an authentic creole restaurant in a French Quarter restaurant.

• Day 7-8 • Overnight Onboard Amtrak

  Today you will board Amtrak's Sunset Limited for your trip west to California! Settle in and prepare for a scenic ride across the country. Marvel at the sights you pass through deserts peppered with cacti, sprawling fields, and majestic mountains on your way to Los Angeles.

• Day 9 • Los Angeles to San Francisco

  This morning you will change trains in Los Angeles's Union Station to board the famous Coast Starlight for your ride north to San Francisco. The Coast Starlight is known for the beautiful stretches of California shoreline that it passes as it makes its' way towards Northern California.

• Day 10 • San Francisco, CA

  A full day of sightseeing in San Francisco awaits! Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to visit San Francisco's top attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, and historic Haight-Ashbury District. Tonight, you will enjoy dinner on San Francisco's famous Pier 39.

• Day 11 • San Francisco to Denver

  This morning you will board Amtrak's California Zephyr for your trip on to Denver. As the train winds its way east, be prepared to experience the Sierra Nevada and Rocky Mountain ranges. As always, your Amtrak ride is perfect for picture-taking opportunities!

• Day 12 • Denver, CO

  This evening you will arrive in Denver. Check-in to your hotel and rest up for a day of sightseeing tomorrow.

• Day 13 • Denver, CO

  Today you will explore the natural wonders of Colorado and the Rocky Mountains. Your guided tour will take you to some of the most spectacular mountain landscapes and vistas. The scenery is breathtaking! Also, take some time to explore the city of Denver and some of its popular attractions such as the U.S. Mint.

• Day 14 • Denver to Chicago

  This morning you will have free to continue your sightseeing in the "Mile High City" before departing this evening. Tonight, board Amtrak for your return trip to Chicago. As the train makes its way east, reflect on all of the wonderful experiences on your All American Rail Journey!

• Day 15 • Your Journey Ends in Chicago

  Today your journey ends in Chicago and return home to the UK.