DAY 1 VANCOUVER
Welcome to Vancouver! Travel on your own to your hotel and start exploring this nature lover's paradise, where the majestic mountains meet the serene coast. (Overnight in Vancouver)
DAY 2 VANCOUVER
Today's full day of sightseeing begins with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour that will take you to all of Vancouver's most popular attractions, including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, and more! The tour will feature live commentary, so you will get to learn what makes Vancouver so special. Feel free to hop on and off at any of the stops to explore them at your own leisure. Today also includes admission to the Vancouver Lookout, which towers hundreds of feet over the city. Sweeping 360-degree views of Vancouver await you at the top! (Overnight in Vancouver)
DAY 3 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL
Spend the morning discovering more of Vancouver before boarding VIA Rail’s Canadian train for your departure to Jasper and the majestic Rocky Mountains. Enjoy the beautiful views and comfortable accommodations while onboard. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)
DAY 4 JASPER
Wake up on the train to gorgeous views of the Canadian Rockies as you make your way to Jasper. Upon arrival in Jasper, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin discovering the beautiful alpine town. Take the Jasper Skytram for incredible bird’s eye views of the area - the experience of being gently transported into Jasper National Park’s alpine tundra will captivate all ages and is merely the beginning of a truly memorable experience. Jasper Tramway is the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada and the only guided aerial ropeway in the Canadian Rockies. Have your camera ready for some amazing pictures. (Overnight in Jasper)
DAY 5 JASPER TO BANFF
Depart Jasper for a leisurely drive out to Banff, one of the most scenic towns in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the wildlife, pristine lakes, and breathtaking mountain peaks along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Visit the natural wonder of Columbia Icefield, one of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. Step onboard the Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure of the Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy unobstructed views on a glass-floored observation platform extending out over the Sunwapta Valley at the Glacier Skywalk. (Overnight in Banff) L
DAY 6 BANFF
Enjoy an immersive tour of the area today that offers glimpses of the natural forces and evolution of land that form the glistening Banff area lakes and streams found in this area of the Canadian Rockies. Some of the incredible sights you will come across include the unforgettable Lake Louise, Victoria Glacier, Moraine Lake and the magnificent Takakkaw Falls, all surrounded by soaring mountain peaks. A picnic lunch at the iconic Chateau Lake Louise is included. Journey across the Great Divide and experience the wonder of Yoho National Park before returning to Banff in the afternoon. (Overnight in Banff) L
DAY 7 BANFF TO JASPER
Enjoy the morning in Banff wandering the local shops and eateries downtown or walking along the Bow River to Bow Falls. This afternoon, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Jasper for another overnight stay. (Overnight in Jasper)
DAY 8 - 10 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL
Travel to the VIA Rail station today and board the Canadian to continue your three-day journey eastbound to Toronto. Unwind on the train in a cozy sleeper cabin and enjoy delicious meals and spectacular scenery onboard. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)
DAY 11 TORONTO
Arrive in Toronto today and get ready for a full day of sightseeing. Discover top Toronto sights such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Harborfront, Eaton Centre and Chinatown, among others. Use you included admission to the CN Tower to experience sweeping views of Toronto from high above the city. (Overnight in Toronto)
DAY 12 TORONTO > NIAGARA FALLS > TORONTO
This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a full day tour to one of the top wonders of the natural world, Niagara Falls. Highlights will include a meal overlooking the falls, a boat ride getting you up close and personal with the Falls, free time in both Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, and a winery tour and tasting. After your full day of touring, your bus will drop you back off at your hotel for a relaxing evening. (Overnight in Toronto)
DAY 13 NEW YORK CITY
Check out of your hotel and board the train this morning for your journey to New York City. Enjoy scenic daytime views as you head into the US. Arrive in New York City later in the evening and check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. (Overnight in New York City)
DAY 14 NEW YORK CITY
Discover all of New York City’s top attractions such as the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the 9/11 Memorial and Museum with your New York CityPASS, which includes admission to these and many other popular sights. This is the perfect way to enjoy the “Big Apple”. (Overnight in New York City)
DAY 15 NEW YORK CITY
Discover even more of the city today with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour! Your onboard guide will point out the city's major landmarks and attractions and give you some history and background on this sprawling metropolis. Visit all the must-see attractions you haven’t experienced yet! (Overnight in New York City)
DAY 16 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK
Board Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited today for the overnight journey to Chicago. Rest up and relax as the train winds its way west. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)
DAY 17 CHICAGO
Breeze into the Windy City this morning and begin to explore Chicago! Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and set out to discover the city. Use your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to take in all the city’s most popular landmarks, including Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum and much more! (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 18 CHICAGO
Spend the day at your leisure today enjoying Chicago. Take a walk down the Magnificent Mile for world class shopping, dining, and attractions. Enjoy some famous Chicago-style pizza and take in some live music at one of the many jazz or blues clubs in the city. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 19 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK
Travel on your own to Chicago’s Union Station for your journey on the California Zephyr to Grand Junction. Along the way, you’ll traverse through some wonderful mountain and desert landscapes. Relax and enjoy this overnight journey! (Overnight onboard Amtrak)
DAY 20 GRAND JUNCTION
Today, arrive in Grand Junction and check into your hotel for an overnight stay. Grand Junction offers something for everyone to enjoy, from farm-to-table cuisine, hiking, fishing, some of the best golf in the state, shopping, arts and culture, and so much more. Stroll along the Riverfront Trail or browse the boutiques, bookstores, and galleries of Downtown. Why not visit A Robin's Nest, the largest antique store between Denver and Las Vegas, and do some treasure hunting? A must-see is the Colorado National Monument, famous for its red rock canyons and peaceful solitude. Regardless of the time of year, this place is absolutely stunning! (Overnight in Grand Junction)
DAY 21 CAPITOL REEF & BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS
Continue your tour from Grand Junction en route to Capitol Reef. Probably the least known and least crowded park in Utah (though equally as mesmerizing), this national park features cliffs, hidden arches, massive sandstone domes that resemble capitol buildings, and deep canyons. The scenery speaks for itself with plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos or simply admire the views. See the park's most famous attraction, the Waterpocket Fold. When you arrive in Bryce Canyon, the highlights will most certainly be the distinctive hoodoos (red rock pillars), bristlecone pine trees (the oldest trees in the world), and views from Sunrise, Sunset, and Inspiration Point. (Overnight in Springdale)
DAY 22 ZION NATIONAL PARK & LAKE POWELL
Today, you'll continue your tour from Springdale to Zion National park and Lake Powell en route to Williams, Arizona. Experience one of Utah's most breathtaking landscapes in Zion. Featuring 200 miles of picturesque trails, stunning vistas, vermillion cliffs, canyons, jagged skyline, and flora and fauna, this national park is a must-visit! Highlights of the tour are Court of the Patriarchs, Emerald Pools, Weeping Rock, Temple of Sinawava and the Grotto. There is plenty to see and do without straining yourself, as there are fully-paved paths throughout Zion and many wheelchair accessible points of interest. Simply wander to a comfortable location and take it all the wonderful scenery. And you can't forget about the wildlife! Deer, wild turkeys, and bighorn sheep call this place home. After touring Zion, you'll depart for the Grand Canyon's South Rim, at which time you'll travel near the picturesque shores of Lake Powell. Make sure to have your camera ready when you drive over the Glen Canyon Dam. At the end of your tour, you'll arrive in the quaint mountain town of Williams, Arizona, famous for being the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon.” (Overnight in Williams)
DAY 23 GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy your breakfast at the Fred Harvey Restaurant and be sure to not miss the morning shootout before boarding the Grand Canyon Railway into the Grand Canyon National Park. Explore the South Rim on your motorcoach tour and take in some of the most spectacular vistas in North America formed over 17 million years ago. Upon arrival at your hotel, check in for an overnight stay. (Overnight in Grand Canyon National Park) B
DAY 24 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK
Enjoy discovering more of the South Rim today at your leisure, then this afternoon, board the Grand Canyon Railway back to Williams. This evening, enjoy your included dinner at the Fred Harvey Restaurant. Board your transfer from the hotel to the Amtrak station and then board the Southwest Chief train to Los Angeles. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) D
DAY 25 LOS ANGELES
Arrive in Los Angeles early this morning, travel on your hotel and check in for a two-night stay. Enjoy a guided sightseeing city tour, see the homes of famous movie stars, tour Hollywood, and visit the most popular California beaches, including Santa Monica Beach. At Santa Monica Pier make sure to take a picture at the sign marking the end of Route 66. (Overnight in Los Angeles)
DAY 26 LOS ANGELES
You know celebrities live in Los Angeles – see their incredible homes today on a fun tour! Travel around the Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills and Bel-Air and experience firsthand the star-studded lifestyles of the rich and famous. (Overnight in Los Angeles)
DAY 27 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LOS ANGELES
Legend for meals: B - Breakfast, BR - Brunch, L - Lunch, D – Dinner