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NATIONAL PARKS OF THE WEST, 2007
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9 DAYS FROM JACKSON, WY
TO ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Via Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and
Grand Teton National Parks
6 Nights Onboard Train, 2 Nights Deluxe Hotel
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SPRING AND SUMMER DEPARTURES, 2007
Some of the most majestic sights in the world. That’s how the national parks of the Western United States have been described. Even their names are legendary: Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton. You’ll also visit Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Sedona, and Santa Fe on this fabulous excursion through the west. And of course, everyday is full of unforgettable vistas from your GrandLuxe train.
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2007 ITINERARY
Day 1 Jackson, Wyoming
Welcome to GrandLuxe. Fly into Jackson, Wyomingoften called “Jackson Hole”and meet your fellow travelers at a special Welcome Dinner. Spend the night at a Jackson/Teton Village area deluxe hotel. (D)
Day 2 Grand Teton National Park
Be aweinspired by sheer mountains that reach straight for the sky. Pine forests and delicate strands of aspen decorate the valley at the base of the serrated Teton Mountains. This morning, explore this range, perhaps the most abrupt and breathtaking in America, with Grand Teton towering 13,770 feet. Centuries ago, Native Americans hunted the great elk herds that gathered here. You’ll explore Jenny Lakemajestic, yet tranquil, a favorite site for photographers and sightseersand the Church of the Transfiguration, a rustic log chapel. For an additional cost add on an optional excursion that begins with an early breakfast, followed by a gentle, scenic float trip on the Snake River before reuniting with the group. Spend time enjoying the collection at the National Museum of Wildlife Art, which overlooks the elk refuge. After a full day of touring, your deluxe hotel provides dinner and overnight accommodations. (B,L,D)
Day 3 Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
The world’s first national park teems with wildlife and natural wonders. The two million acres of protected land at Yellowstone National Park are inhabited by bears, bald eagles, and herds of bison and elk. More than 10,000 boiling springs, mud pots, and geysersincluding Old Faithfulare testimony to the geothermal activity rising unusually close to the earth’s surface. Guides lead you to the Fountain Paint Pots and then to Old Faithful, where you’ll stop for lunch. You’ll also visit West Thumb Geyser Basin, one of the smallestyet one of the most scenicgeyser basins in Yellowstone. For an additional cost, add on a 3mile hike to a backcountry geyser to learn even more about Yellowstone’s thermal features. Later, transfer to the train for dinner and the first night on board the train as we travel to Salt Lake City. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Salt Lake City & Park City, Utah
Discover the many sides of Salt Lake City. Your visit to Utah gives you a chance to tour Olympic venues and perhaps even listen to a recital by an organist for the worldfamous Mormon Tabernacle Choir in Salt Lake City before unwinding in the beautiful resort town of Park City, site of the recent Winter Olympic Games. Enjoy a night on the train en route to Las Vegas. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Las Vegas, Nevada with Options to
City or wildernessyou choose. Spend the day touring Vegaswhere you can see everything from the Eiffel Tower to the canals of Veniceand indulge in worldclass shopping and dining along the way. Or, choose to visit the Hoover Dam or Valley of Fire State Park. Later, enjoy dinner and a night on board the train as we continue on to the Grand Canyon. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Grand Canyon National Park
One of the America’s most spectacular geologic wonders. Its unfathomable dimensions277 miles long, 18 miles wide, and a full mile deepmake the Grand Canyon one of the nation’s most spectacular geologic wonders. We’ll spend the day at the South Rim, where the colors of the plateaus and mesas change with the shifting light and shadows. From a stop at Yavapai Point, you can hike to El Tovar, a landmark hotel built in 1905, or continue on to the Mather Point Visitor Center for breathtaking views of the canyon. Enjoy lunch canyonside, with time to stroll along the South Rim from the Hopi House to historic Bright Angel Lodge and Kolb Studio. Back on board the train, enjoy dinner and then gather around the baby grand in the club car as we travel toward Flagstaff. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Sedona, Arizona
A feast for the eyes and palate. We awake this morning as the train completes its final leg to Flagstaff, and then board luxury coaches for the short ride to Sedona. Sedona is as full of beautiful art as it is surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy lunch al fresco (weather permitting) amidst the red rock spires at Sedona’s top rated resort, followed by shopping at Sedona’s arts and crafts village or a visit to the little known artist community of Jerome. Perched high on the hillside, Jerome’s mining history becomes obvious as you stroll the main street and investigate the galleries overlooking the scenic Verde Valley. Back on board the train, dinner is accompanied by spectacular desert scenery on the way to Santa Fe. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Santa Fe, New Mexico
“The city different,” one of America’s great art and culinary capitals. Santa Fe calls itself “the city different,” and your visit will clearly show you why. Santa Fe is a city that embraces its natural environment unlike any other in the United States. Renowned for its amazing artists and inventive chefs, Santa Fe is the perfect place to spend the last full day of your GrandLuxe adventure. Enjoy a selfguided walking tour of downtown and a tour of an artist’s home and studio. Take time by yourself to visit the many worldrenowned galleries, shops, and museumsincluding the Georgia O’Keefe Museum and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Enjoy lunch at a fine restaurant in this culinary city. Later, reboard the train for our farewell dinner and then cozy up in your cabin for your final night aboard. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Albuquerque, New Mexico
Say farewell to the friends you’ve made on your journey. Your GrandLuxe rail journey comes to a close this morning as we arrive in Albuquerque, a city that traces its roots back three centuries. Stay on in Albuquerque for additional sightseeing or head to the airport to fly home. (B)
Optional Tour packages
Enjoy one of our optional extensions or additional hotel nights before or after your journey. Contact our reservations office for more details.
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One of the most stunning sights in the world, the Grand Canyon is the most-visited national park in the United States.

The 40-mile-long Teton Range is the distinguishing feature of Grand Teton National Park. It soars to 6,000 feet.

You’re bound to see a variety of interesting native residents as you tour Yellowstone National Park.

You’ll see dramatic examples of Santa Fe’s distinctive architecture everywhere you turn.
2007 TOUR DATES

9 DAYS FROM JACKSON, WY
TO ALBUQUERQUE, NM
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April 29 May 7
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May 3 11
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May 13 21
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May 17 25
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May 27 June 4
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May 31 June 8
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June 10 18
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August 23 31
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= northbound
(Albuquerque to Jackson)
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= southbound
(Jackson to Albuquerque)
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2007 TOUR PRICING
Per Person Price All Based on Double Occupancy Except Single Sleeper
| April 29 May 13 departures |
| Cabin |
Price |
Early Booking Price* |
| Vintage Pullman |
$4,490 |
$4,190 |
| Single Sleeper |
$5,490 |
$5,190 |
| Parlor Suite |
$5,890 |
$5,590 |
| Classic Presidential |
$6,190 |
$5,890 |
| Grand Suite |
$6,490 |
$6,190 |
| May 17 August 23 departures |
| Cabin |
Price |
Early Booking Price* |
| Vintage Pullman |
$4,670 |
$4,370 |
| Single Sleeper |
$5,710 |
$5,410 |
| Parlor Suite |
$6,130 |
$5,830 |
| Classic Presidential |
$6,440 |
$6,140 |
| Grand Suite |
$6,750 |
$6,450 |
Prices include all meals and excursions Airfare not included
*Must book at least 180 days prior to departure to qualify for savings.
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REVERSE ITINERARY
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Day 1
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Day 2
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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Day 3
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Sedona, Arizona
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Day 4
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Grand Canyon
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Day 5
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Las Vegas, Nevada with options to Hoover Dam or Valley of Fire State Park
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Day 6
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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Day 7
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Yellowstone National Park
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Day 8
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Grand Teton National Park
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Day 9
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Jackson, Wyoming
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