American Orient Express'
Autumn in New England
& Quebec
with Karl
Zimmermann
8 Days, 7 Nights
October 16-23, 2003
Itinerary
at a glance
Montreal · Quebec City · Lake Placid · Stockbridge
·
Saratoga Springs · Burlington, Vermont
Day 1 - Montreal,
Quebec
After independent arrivals at the hotel, we meet for our private
welcome reception and dinner. We take this opportunity to introduce
the train staff and other guests who will join us on our journey.
This evening, we overnight at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel.
(D)
Day 2 - Montreal,
Quebec / Board the American
Orient Express
This morning, we enjoy breakfast in the hotel before departing
on motorcoaches for a city tour of Montreal, visiting the city's
old district, metropolitan downtown and the Notre Dame Basilica.
This afternoon, we continue to the station and board the train.
After getting settled, we enjoy dinner and
overnight en route to Quebec City. (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Quebec City, Quebec
Arriving in Quebec
City this morning, we detrain and tour the old city. We then
journey outside the old citadel to the Plains of Abraham. It
is here that the British defeated the French to determine which
European power would claim supremacy over colonial North America.
This afternoon, choose a tour of Montmorency Falls and the surrounding
fall colors or free time to explore the city. We then return
to the Old City Center for a tea social at Chateau Frontenac.
The balance of the afternoon will be at leisure to explore the
historic district before boarding the train for dinner and overnight.
(B, L, D)
Day 4 - Lake Placid,
New York
This morning,
awaken to the sounds of the railroad tracks as we journey through
some of the most scenic fall countryside en route to upstate
New York. After crossing the border into the United States, we
continue traversing the shores of Lake Champlain. It is here
the train parks and we spend the afternoon touring the Lake Placid
region, including a guided boat cruise tour of the lake. This
evening, we enjoy dinner and overnight on board the train. (B,
L, D)
Day 5 - The Berkshires,
Massachusetts
This morning,
we have breakfast on board before boarding motorcoaches for Stockbridge
- the picturesque hometown of artist Norman Rockwell. Made famous
in his numerous illustrations, Stockbridge is renown throughout
America as the ideal small town of the early 20th century. In
the early afternoon, lunch is served at the historic Cranwell
Resort. Back on board this evening, we enjoy dinner and overnight
on board the train. (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Albany & Saratoga
Springs, New York
Enjoy a leisurely
breakfast on the train this morning before we board motorcoaches
for Saratoga Springs - known for its elegant Victorian homes,
exciting horseracing and the curative powers of its mineral waters.
We enjoy a tour of the city and free time to further explore
this flamboyant resort town. Back on board the train this evening,
we enjoy dinner and overnight en route to Vermont. (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Burlington,
Vermont
Breakfast is
served this morning on board the train before we transfer by
motorcoach to the picturesque town of Burlington, nestled on
the shores of Lake Champlain. This setting is ideal for a fall
foliage tour, with the lake to the west and the Green Mountains
covering the other three directions. This afternoon, we visit
Shelbourne Farms for a private tour. In the evening, we transfer
back to the train for our farewell cocktail reception, dinner
and overnight en route to our final destination - Montreal, Quebec.
(B, L, D)
Day 8 - Montreal,
Quebec
This morning,
after we clear customs, we enjoy our final breakfast on the train
before pulling into Montreal's central station. We are free to
explore the city on our own or make individual arrangements for
our flights home. (B)
This tour includes:
- Overnight at
Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel on first night
- Welcome cocktail reception and private dinner
- 7 dinners with complimentary wine
- 7 full American breakfasts and optional continental
breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Professionally guided tours of Montreal, Quebec City,
Lake Champlain and Burlington, Vermont
- Comprehensive lecture series
- Live piano music nightly
- Deluxe rail accommodations for 6 nights
- Personal service by rail car attendant
- Farewell cocktail reception
- Services of IRT tour host, Karl Zimmermann
2003 Tour Price
| Early Booking* | Retail | |
| Vintage Pullman | $2,890 | $3,190 |
| Single Sleeper | $4,190 | $4,490 |
| Parlour Suite | $4,390 | $4,690 |
| Deluxe Suite | $4,690 | $4,990 |
| Presidential Suite | $4,990 | $5,290 |
Prices per person,
double occupancy.
*SAVE $300
PER PERSON IF BOOKED BY MAY 16!
Itinerary, hotels
and prices subject to change.
Other dates may be available. Please call for details.
Description of Accommodations
Vintage Pullman: Upper and lower berths, full-size
couch, private sink and water closet.
Single Sleeper: Lower berth, single sofa seat, private
sink and water closet. For singles only.
Parlor Suite: Two lower berths, one upper berth, couch,
single sofa seat, private sink and water closet.
Deluxe Suite: Two lower berths in "L" configuration,
table, private sink, water closet and shower.
Presidential Suite: Two lower berths, two single
sofa seats, private sink, water closet and shower.
Please call (800) IRT-4881 for more information.
About the American Orient Express
- Voted by the editors of The
International Railway Traveler® as one of the
top twenty rail experiences in the world -
The 1940s and '50s represented an era of romance and glamour. It was a time when passengers boarded the great streamliner trains bound for points across North America. Today, after $15 million in renovations, these beautiful cars once again ride the rails, glistening with polished mahogany and brass and designed to reflect the style of the golden age of travel - when traveling was meant to be relaxed and savored - not rushed.
The fifteen vintage carriages, painted in their signature blue and gold, carry approximately 100 passengers, who are attended to by a highly trained, professional staff and crew. Their sole purpose is not just to meet, but to surpass your expectations of the quality and service befitting the honored tradition of the great luxury streamliners.
Please call us
with questions, bookings:
800-478-4881 or 502-454-0277
www.irtsociety.com
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