GrandLuxe Rail Journeys
The Great Northwestern
National Parks

August 6-14, 2008


with tour host Karl Zimmermann
9 days, 8 nights

Book 180 days prior to departure and save $250 per person!

(Other dates available; see below)

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Westbound Itinerary

DAY 1: GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK
Welcome to GrandLuxe. Fly in to Jackson Hole • Welcome Dinner • Overnight Grand Teton National Park area deluxe hotel (D)

DAY 2: GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK
Be awe–inspired by sheer mountains that reach straight for the sky. Jenny Lake • Church of the Transfiguration, a rustic log chapel • National Museum of Wildlife Art • Overnight deluxe hotel (B,L,D)

DAY 3: YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
The world’s first national park teems with wildlife and natural wonders. Old Faithful • Upper and Lower Yellowstone Falls • Fountain Paint Pots • West Thumb Geyser Basin • Board the GrandLuxe Express • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 4: HELENA, MONTANA
A spectacular rail trip through tunnels and mountains to experience Montana’s rich history and scenery. Scenic rail journey into Helena • Charles M. Russell’s largest painting • Capitol building • Montana Historical Society Museum • Boat cruise • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 5: GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
A million acres of spectacular mountain beauty. Travel the Going to the Sun Road • Cross the Continental Divide at 6,646-foot Logan Pass • Forested lower valleys dotted with glacial lakes to windswept alpine tundra • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 6: COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO
Wake to breakfast onboard as we head towards Coeur d’Alene. Lunch on the lake • Wildlife viewing • Tour of local area • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 7: COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE OR CASCADES
Rail day. Full day of riding on the train • Travel through Washington’s Cascade Mountains or through the scenic Columbia River Gorge • Afternoon tea featuring pastries made onboard the train • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 8: MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
Take the Road to Paradise.
Unparalleled view of Mt. Rainier’s summit • More than 200 varieties of wildflowers • Farewell dinner en route to Seattle • Overnight GrandLuxe Express (B,L,D)

DAY 9: SEATTLE AREA
Your GrandLuxe rail journey comes to a close. Our journey ends in Tacoma. Transfer directly to the Seattle-Tacoma airport or to your optional hotel extension in Seattle. (B)



Pricing:

Type of accommodations Retail Rate Early Booking Rate
(Must be booked 180+ Days Prior to Departure)
 Vintage Pullman $4,960 $4,710
 Single Sleeper $6,040 $5,790
 Single Sleeper Grand Class $6,340 $6,090
 Triple Suite $6,340 $6,090
 Parlor Suite $6,480 $6,230
 Classic Presidential Suite $6,800 $6,550
 Grand Suite $7,120 $6,870
Gold Suite $7,420 $7,170


*Book 180 days+ prior to departure and save $250 per person!


Sleeping Accommodations

Vintage Pullman: Upper and lower beds, converted full-size couch, private sink and water closet.
Single Sleeper: Lower bed, converted single sofa seat, private sink, and water closet.
Single Sleeper Grand Class: Single bed, sink, toilet and shower
Triple Suite: Parlor Suite and single sleeper with adjoining door -- total of three beds
Parlor Suite: Two lower beds, hand-held shower, sink and toilet
Classic Presidential Suite: Double-size cabin with two lower beds, two converted single sofa seats or a converted couch, private sink, water closet and shower.
Grand Suite: New, larger cabin with two lower beds in an "L" configuration, converted full-size couch and converted single sofa seat, table, private sink, water closet and shower.

Gold Suite (NEW!): Two lower beds side by side, shower, two sinks and toilet.

 

Available tour dates:

Eastbound (Seattle to Jackson):

July 19-27
August 2-10*
August 16-24
August 30-Sept. 7
Sept. 13-21

Westbound (Jackson to Seattle):

July 23-31
August 6-14*
August 20-28
Sept. 3-11
Sept. 17-25

*With IRT group and tour host Karl Zimmermann.


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800-478-4881 or 502-454-0277
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