California Zephyr

Days 1-2  Chicago  
The incredible architecture that makes up Chicago’s world-famous skyline is just the tip of what makes this city so special.  Dig beneath the surface to find delights such as the Art Institute of Chicago, scenic hikes along the Lakefront Trail, shopping on the Magnificent Mile and perhaps a baseball game at Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs. Whether it’s simply relaxing by Lake Michigan or exploring the city’s foodie culture at a farmer’s market, you’re bound to enjoy the best of cosmopolitan Chicago.    

Day 3  Chicago to Denver    
Board the California Zephyr and settle in to your comfortable Superliner Roomette as the train heads west across America’s heartland. Your home for your first night on board comes with big picture windows, comfortable bunk beds and meals. On this leg, pass over the mighty Mississippi and the vast Nebraska flatlands en route to mountainous Colorado.    

Day 4  Denver    
Arrive in Denver, the Mile High City and gateway to the Rockies in the morning, for a one night stay. Perhaps stretch your legs and explore the city’s parks, join a city tour or arrange a day trip to the rugged canyons and high mountain peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park.  

Day 5  Denver to Salt Lake City    
Reboard the California Zephyr in the morning and climb into the Rocky Mountains. Travel through a succession of tunnels until you reach the ski resort of Winter Park, before continuing past rivers, valleys and the beautiful buttes and mesas of Utah, signifying your arrival into Salt Lake City, home to the Mormon Church.    

Day 6  Salt Lake City to San Francisco    
Spend a day exploring this fascinating city with a visit to Temple Square and the City Creek Center before rejoining the California Zephyr one last time. Settle in to your comfortable Superliner Roomette for the night, then enjoy breakfast the following morning overlooking the Nevada Desert. Enter California and head across the fir-covered Sierra Nevada Mountains and over the high altitude Donner Pass.    

Day 7  San Francisco    
The train arrives into this famous city in the morning. Why not ride a cable car through the city, or take in the Golden Gate Bridge by bike.    

Days 8-9  San Francisco  
Enjoy two more days to explore this captivating city at your own pace. Perhaps book a hop-on hop-off tour of its iconic sights such as Muir Woods, Lombard Street, Fisherman’s Wharf and Alcatraz!