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Experience the ultimate coast-to-coast adventure across the USA on this unforgettable 17-day journey. From iconic cities to breathtaking natural wonders, travel in comfort aboard historic railways and enjoy expertly guided tours. Highlights include San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island, the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, the majestic landscapes of Yosemite, and vibrant cities like Las Vegas, Chicago, and New York City. With premium accommodations, two overnight train journeys, and the support of a dedicated Tour Escort and local guides, every detail is taken care of—ensuring a truly seamless and enriching travel experience.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Arrive San Francisco
Stay: Two Nights, San Francisco, Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s Wharf
Day 2
San Francisco
Enjoy an enthralling discovery of San Francisco today.
Insider Experience – Alcatraz Island Tour
Day 3
San Francisco, Yosemite National Park
This morning, travel to the mountainous city of Merced on your Insider Experience.
Insider Experience – San Joaquins Train
Stay: Merced, El Capitan Hotel
Day 4
Las Vegas
Resume your journey aboard the San Joaquins train on your Insider Experience.
Insider Experience – San Joaquins Train
Stay: Two Nights, Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino
Day 5
Las Vegas
Explore some of the incredible sights and highlights of Las Vegas at leisure today.
Day 6
Las Vegas, Hoover Dam, Flagstaff
Head across Nevada to Arizona, via the towering Hoover Dam. Entering Arizona you’ll drive on the legendary Route 66. Arrive in Flagstaff for a two-night stay amid 500 picturesque acres of ponderosa pine forest.
Stay: Two Nights, Flagstaff, Little America Hotel
Day 7
Grand Canyon
Travel to the Grand Canyon during a remarkable Insider Experience.
Insider Experience – Grand Canyon Railway
Day 8
Flagstaff, Monument Valley, Durango
After breakfast, you’ll feel like you’re in an American Western flm as you drive through Navajo country and Utah’s Monument Valley.
Stay: Durango, Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Day 9
Durango and Silverton Railroad
Today begins with an Insider Experience. Afterwards, continue to Grand Junction, a spectacular city situated in Colorado’s fruit growing region.
Insider Experience - Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Stay: Hampton Inn Grand Junction
Day 10
California Zephyr
After a hotel buffet breakfast, transfer to Grand Junction Railway Station to embark on one of America’s iconic rail journeys aboard Amtrak’s California Zephyr.
Stay: Amtrak California Zephyr sleeper train
Day 11
Chicago
Savour breakfast aboard the train as you continue towards Chicago. Arrive in 'The Windy City' this afternoon and disembark with plenty of time to revel in an evening at leisure.
Stay: Two Nights, Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnifcent Mile
Day 12
Chicago
Today, embark on a Chicago Architecture Cruise, where you'll see some of the city's great buildings from the river.
Day 13
Chicago
You are free to continue exploring Chicago today. There are many incredible sights to discover in this bustling city. Later this evening, you will board the Lake Shore Limited for your overnight journey to Buffalo.
Insider Experience - Enjoy an overnight journey on Lake Shore Limited
Stay: Amtrak Lake Shore Limited sleeper train
Day 14
Niagara Falls
Arrive in Buffalo and transfer to spectacular Niagara Falls. Perhaps explore the falls from the water on a river tour (own expense).
Stay: Hyatt Place Niagara Falls
Day 15
Niagara Falls, New York
Today, board the Maple Leaf service to New York for a day-long train journey. On arrival, you’ll enjoy a behind-thescenes tour of Grand Central Station.
Insider Experience - Behind-the-scenes tour of Grand Central Station
Stay: Two Nights, New York Marriot Marquis Time Square
Day 16
New York
Join a guided tour and harbour cruise around the famous borough of Manhattan, which takes you past the iconic
Day 17
Depart New York
Transfer to the airport for your return fight.
- 14 nights in premium accommodation
- 2 overnight train journeys in a two-berth roomette
- Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort and expert local guides
- A guided city tour of San Francisco, visiting Alcatraz Island
- Admire the scenery as you journey on the San Joaquins route
- Travel on the incredible Grand Canyon Railway
- Relax aboard the overnight California Zephyr Train
- Operated by Travelmarvel’s partner Great Rail Journeys
- Travel Insurance – your North Travel consultant can provide you with a quote. Get a quote now.
- Tourism visa or transit visa if required - your North Travel consultant can advise and provide information to obtain the correct visa.
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Freedom to Explore Sale 2025
Save up to $1,250 per person*: This offer is valid on select trips and departure dates until sold out. The amounts saved will vary whether the booking is per couple or per person. Any available credit is not transferrable or redeemable for cash. To obtain this offer, a non-refundable deposit per person is due within seven (7) days of booking and final payment in full will be due 18 September 2025. If any of these payment dates are not complied with, then the offer may be revoked. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply. This amount includes Freedom to Explore sale EPD discount.
Freedom to Explore Sale: Early Payment Discount (EPD) of $1,500 per couple applicable on itineraries of 8 days or more departing in 2026 and is valid when paying in full by 18 September 2025. Combinable with market offers with the exception of any existing EPD offers. Advertised offers include the Sale EPD offer. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply. Offer is valid for new bookings only.
General Information & Conditions: Offers are available for travellers departing from select countries. All pricing and save amounts are in New Zealand Dollars. Information is correct as at the time of publishing, but may fluctuate due to changes in surcharges, taxes or currency. A strictly limited number of offers are available on selected itineraries and departure dates in selected suites/staterooms/cabins/room categories. Offers are subject to availability, not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. Prices shown are inclusive of Early Payment Discount and any other applicable dollar savings. A non-refundable deposit per person is due within seven days (7) of booking. Final payment is due by 18 September 2025 in full. Your booking contract is with Australian Pacific Touring Pty Ltd (APT), and incorporates all of the terms and conditions. Travelmarvel recommends that you read and understand your contract, and ask Travelmarvel or your travel agent if you require any clarification. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply.
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