Amtrak Vacations Family Adventures eBrochure - 2016

AMTRAK VACATIONS®

2016

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Why take a Family adventure With amtrak vacations®?• Hand Selected family friendly activities• Enjoy family time together while seeing America by train • Breakfast included daily• Swimming pool in each hotel*• Affordable family pricing

The world is filled with amazing, awe-inspiring destinations. At Amtrak Vacations, we believe exploring and sharing these places with family will create stories and memories to last a lifetime!

Our Family Adventures were designed with family time in mind and feature some of the most popular and sought-after destinations throughout the United States and Canada. Let your imagination soar with spectacular sights, fun-filled activities and fascinating learning experiences that are fun for families of all ages.

Amtrak Vacations delivers unforgettable travel experiences. Your family adventure begins the moment you board the train. With hassle-free rail travel, plenty of room to roam, flexibility and spectacular views through panoramic windows, traveling with Amtrak Vacations is an amazing experience second to none!

Our vacations are inclusive of hotel and train accommodations, sightseeing activities, unique experiences and entertainment.

We invite you to discover new sites, explore exciting places, enjoy time with your family and share a lifetime of meaningful memories – together!*Swimming pools are in most hotels although not guaranteed

taBle oF contentsFamily Adventures ..................... 4

Park Adventures ......................... 6

Glacier National Park ................. 8

Grand Canyon National Park ... 10

Orlando ..................................... 12

Niagara Falls ............................. 14

Chicago ..................................... 16

New York City .......................... 18

Southern California ................. 20

San Francisco ............................ 22

San Francisco & Yosemite ........ 24

San Diego ................................. 26

Glenwood Springs ................... 28

Washington, DC ....................... 30

Williamsburg ............................ 32

Yellowstone National Park ...... 34

Rails to the Grand Canyon ...... 36

Frequently Asked Questions ... 38

Accommodations ..................... 39

Terms and Conditions .............. 42

Park adventuresYankee Leisure Group and our brands, Yankee

Holidays & Amtrak Vacations, are a proud partner of

the National Park Foundation. Since 1972, we have

offered our travelers rail and independent vacations

to the National Parks.

When you see the Park Adventures logo on any of

our U.S. National Parks trips, Yankee Leisure Group

will be making a contribution to the National Park

Foundation at no additional cost to you. Our goal is

to help support the National Park Foundation and

preserve the parks for generations to come. With over

55 unique national park itineraries we have a park

experience for everyone.

Our national park destinations include:

• GlacierNationalPark

• GrandCanyonNationalPark

• YellowstoneNationalPark

• YosemiteNationalPark

• RockyMountainNationalPark

• CraterLakeNationalPark

• MountRushmore

For more information about the National Park

Foundation, please visit NationalParks.org

ACCOmmODATiONS** : GlACiER NATiONAl PARk – Glacier Park lodge

Glacier national Park Family adventure RoundtRip fRom ChiCago 6 days / 5 niGhts

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations in Glacier National Park• 3 meals (3 breakfasts) • Big Sky Circle tour of Glacier National Park• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago

*Price above does not include rail from your hometown. Call for pricing from your local Amtrak station. Prices are based on quad occupancy, for a family of four: two adults and two children ages 2-12 years old, tax included. Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodations, although upgrades may be available. Other restrictions may apply. Seasonal activity: During the off-season, some tours may not be available. In this case, a similar tour will be substituted. **Alternate hotels may be used on some dates based on availability.

Legendformeals:B-Breakfast,BR-Brunch,L-Lunch,D-Dinner


Day 1 DepART ChICAgO

Welcome aboard Amtrak®’s Empire Builder! Tonight you will enjoy a leisurely ride on Amtrak as you head west to Glacier National Park. (Overnight aboard Amtrak)

Day 2 gLACIeR NATIONAL pARK

Upon arrival this evening, check into the hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening to yourself. (Overnight in Glacier National Park)


Today you will board Glacier National Park’s famous red jammer bus for your all-encompassing Big Sky Circle Tour! The all-inclusivetourwilltakeyouthroughouttheparktoseethelegendaryGoing-to-the-SunRoadonLoganPass,windthroughthehemlockandcedarforests,anddownthroughtheSt.MaryValley.Thisfullyguidedtourissuretoexciteand inspire as you get the full experience of Glacier National Park. (Overnight in Glacier National Park) B


Wake up and have a free day on your own in Glacier National Park. Perhaps you want to relax by the pool, take one of the free ranger-led hikes, or enjoy a round of golf. With so much do to in Glacier National Park, the options are in your hands! (Overnight in Glacier National Park) B

Day 5 OVeRNIghT ABOARD The eMpIRe BUILDeR

Today you will board the Empire Builder for your trip back to Chicago. Sit back, relax, and relive your wonderful national park experience as the train makes its way past truly spectacular scenery. (Overnight aboard Amtrak) B

Day 6 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN ChICAgO

Adults from $1,369* Children from $679*

ACCOmmODATiONS**: GRAND CANYON RAilWAY HOTEl

Grand canyon national Park Family adventure RoundtRip fRom ChiCago 5 days / 4 niGhts

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations• Roundtrip coach accommodations aboard the Southwest Chief®

• 2 meals (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)• Sightseeing tour of the Grand Canyon• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago




Grand canyon national Park Family adventure RoundtRip fRom ChiCago


Welcome aboard the Southwest Chief! Board the train in Chicago and prepare yourself for a wonderful trip to the GrandCanyon.Sitbackandrelaxasthetrainwindsitswaysouththrougheightstates,acrossthemightyMississippiRiver,pastwheatfields,mountains,andvastdeserts.(OvernightaboardAmtrak®)

Day 2 WILLIAMS

Wake up and be amazed at the passing scenery as the train continues on to Williams, Arizona. Upon arrival check in to your hotel and hit the bed, tomorrow you will be spending the day at the Canyon. (Overnight in Williams)

Day 3 WILLIAMS > gRAND CANYON > WILLIAMS

This morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast and prepare for a full day of exploring the Grand Canyon. Board the Grand CanyonRailwayforascenicridetotheSouthRimoftheCanyon.UponarrivalyouwillembarkonagrandtouroftheSouthRimthatwilltakeyouallaroundthecanyontoseeitfrommanydifferentperspectives.FollowingthetouryouwillboardtheGrandCanyonRailwaytoheadbacktoyourhotel.Tonightenjoydinnerandreflectuponyourdayofsightseeing. (Overnight in Williams) B,D

Day 4 WILLIAMS

This morning, wake up and board the Southwest Chief for your return trip north. Watch the beautiful scenery pass by asthetrainheadsbacknorththroughArizonaandNewMexicoandontoChicago.(OvernightaboardAmtrak)


Adults from $879* Children from $399*

ACCOmmODATiONS**: HOliDAY iNN RESORT lAkE BuENA ViSTA

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations in Orlando• 2-day Walt Disney World® Base Ticket Admission• universal Studios® 1 Day Base Ticket Admission• Roundtrip Amtrak in Coach accommodations aboard the Auto Train

from lorton• 7 meals (5 breakfasts, 2 dinners)• Daily parking included




orlando Family adventure RoundtRip fRom LoRton 6 days / 5 niGhts

Day 1 DepART LORTON, VA ABOARD The AUTO TRAIN®

Welcome aboard Amtrak’s famous Auto Train! After loading your car onto the train, sit back and relax for a leisurely overnight ride. As the train winds its way south, you will enjoy a delicious dinner. Oh and good news, Amtrak has a great kids menu that is sure to please even the most picky eaters! (Overnight aboard Amtrak) D

Day 2 ORLANDO

After enjoying breakfast on the train you will arrive in nearby Sanford, Florida. Take a short drive over to your hotel, check in, and prepare to enjoy all of the excitement and wonder of Walt Disney World! Your 2-day Walt Disney World Baseticketgivesyouadmissiontothemostmagicalplaceonearth!EnjoytheclassicattractionsoftheMagicKingdomfrom the beloved Disney characters to the spectacular parades and fireworks shows. With so much to see it may be hard to decide where to begin but your pass will make it easy to explore at your leisure! (Overnight in Orlando) B

Day 3 ORLANDO

For today, continue using your 2-day pass to Walt Disney World! Whether you want to explore Epcot, Disney’s Animal KingdomorHollywoodStudios,thepossibilitiesareendless!(OvernightinOrlando)B

Day 4 ORLANDO

Enjoy your last full day in Orlando visiting the amazing and fascinating theme park of the Universal Studios®. Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios®, the world’s premier movie and TV based theme park! Whether you want to visit the all-new Wizarding World of Harry PotterorbattlealongsideOptimusPrime inTRANSFORMERS:TheRide–3D,youcando itallwiththisdaypass!(Overnight in Orlando) B

Day 5 OVeRNIghT ABOARD The AUTO TRAIN

Pack up the car and head back to Sanford to board the train for the trip back North. As you sit down for another wonderful meal on the train, relive your classic Orlando adventure and relax after such an exciting and eventful family trip. (Overnight aboard Amtrak) D

Day 6 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN LORTON B


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DID YOU KNOW?

This trip includes Amtrak’s Famous auto train! Bring your car along for this Family

Adventure.

ACCOmmODATiONS**: SHERATON ON THE FAllS

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations• Admission pass to some of Niagara’s most popular attractions

including the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, and more*

• 2-day WEGO bus transportation pass to travel around Niagara Falls• Admission to the hotel’s indoor Waterpark• Admission to the Skylon Tower• 3 meals (2 breakfasts, 1 dinner)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from New York City*Attractions on pass are dependent on the season.




niaGara Falls Family adventure RoundtRip fRom nEW YoRK CitY 3 days / 2 niGhts

Day 1 DepART NeW YORK

BoardAmtrak’sMapleLeaf® and head on to majestic Niagara Falls! Upon arrival check in to your hotel and begin to explore Niagara. Use your Admission to the Skylon Tower to take in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding area. The observation level of the tower stands 775 above Niagara Falls making it perfect for sight-seeing and picture opportunities. You may also take the time to visit the hotel’s indoor waterpark where the kids can splash and play while you relax and unwind. (Overnight in Niagara Falls)

Day 2 NIAgARA FALLS

Experience the fun and excitement of Ontario’s Niagara Falls with your attractions pass! In the spring and summer months your pass includes Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara’s Fury, White Water Walk, and Hornblower Niagara Cruise. In the fall and winter months the Wonder pass includes Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara’s Fury, and the Butterfly Conservatory. With a 2-day WEGO bus transportation pass it’s easy to travel from your hotel to Niagara attractions. (Overnight in Niagara Falls) B, D

Day 3 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN NeW YORK

TodayyouwillboardAmtrak’sMapleLeaf foryour tripbacktoNewYork.Asthetrainwinds itswaythroughthebeautifulHudsonRiverValley,takeyourtimetoreflectonyourfunNiagaraexperience.B

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ACCOmmODATiONS**: HOliDAY iNN CHiCAGO mART PlAzA

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations in Chicago• multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago• Chicago CityPASS®*• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Dearborn




chicaGo Family adventure RoundtRip fRom dEaRboRn, mi 4 days / 3 niGhts

Day 1 DepART DeARBORN, MI

Board Amtrak and head on to the “Windy City”! Upon arrival check into your hotel and prepare for a fantastic family vacation in Chicago. Today you may want to activate your extremely convenient CityPASS or rather sit back and relax after your day of travel while the kids play in the pool. (Overnight in Chicago)

Day 2 ChICAgO

Today wake up and begin exploring all that Chicago has to offer! Use your CityPASS to get yourself into the famous SheddAquarium,thenearbyAdlerPlanetarium,ortheFieldMuseumtoseeSuetheworld’slargest,andbestpreservedT-Rex fossil!Very conveniently your included hop-on, hop-off tour will bring you to all of these amazing places.(Overnight in Chicago) B

Day 3 ChICAgO

Continue with your sightseeing adventures in Chicago. Your hop-on, hop-off will continue to take you around the city to see Chicago’s top attractions. Also your CityPASS will give admission to the Skydeck Chicago located at the Willis Tower(formerlytheSearsTower),aswellastheMuseumofScienceandIndustry.Withsomuchtodoandsee inChicago you will truly have a full experience. (Overnight in Chicago) B

Day 4 YOUR FAMILY ADVeNTURe eNDS IN DeARBORN, MI

Today you will board Amtrak to head on home. As you depart Chicago, reflect on the amazing and fun family adventure you and your family got to experience. B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: SHERATON NEW YORk TimES SQuARE

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations• multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of New York (including

a ferry ride over to the Statue of liberty and Ellis island, and admission to either the Top of the Rock® OR the Empire State Building Observatory.)

• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Washington, DC • 2 meals (2 breakfasts)




neW york city Family adventure RoundtRip fRom Washington, dC 3 days / 2 niGhts

Day 1 DepART WAShINgTON, DC

Hop aboard Amtrak®’sNorthEastRegionaltrainandtakeaquickridetotheBigApple!Uponarrivalcheckintoyourhotel and begin exploring all that New York has to offer. Your hop-on, hop-off tour will take you all over the city to stop at Times Square, Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and Little Italy. The tour will also give you a choice between an admission toeitherTopoftheRockatRockefellerCenterortheEmpireStateBuildingObservatory.(OvernightinNewYorkCity)

Day 2 NeW YORK CITY

WakeupandenjoyadeliciousbreakfastatyourManhattanhotelbeforeheadingoutintothecity.Stopoff inthehistoric Greenwich Village, head over to Yankee Stadium, or check out trendy SoHo. Also your tour will give you access to the ferry over to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, so definitely set aside some time to enjoy the both iconic and patriotic landmark.(Overnight in New York City) B

Day 3 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN WAShINgTON, DC

Enjoy another hot breakfast before boarding the train back to Washington, DC. As you make your way home, reflect on all of the wonderful sights and attractions that you experienced on your New York Family Adventure! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: HOliDAY iNN BuENA PARk iN ANAHEimBEST WESTERN PluS BAYSiDE iN SAN DiEGO

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations in Anaheim• 1-Day 1-Park Admission to Disneyland Resort• Shuttle service between the hotel and Amtrak® station in Anaheim• Shuttle service between the hotel and Disneyland Resort.• One-way Coach accommodations between Anaheim and San Diego• 2 nights hotel accommodations in San Diego• Admission to the San Diego zoo• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Diego• 4 meals (4 breakfasts)• Shuttle service between the hotel and Amtrak station in San Diego• Roundtrip Amtrak in Coach accommodations from San Francisco




southern caliFornia Family adventure RoundtRip fRom san fRanCisCo 5 days / 4 niGhts

Day 1 DepART SAN FRANCISCO

Board Amtrak and head on to Anaheim to start your Southern California Family Adventure! Upon arrival, you will be transferred over to your hotel. Once there, check in and begin to enjoy your time in Anaheim. (Overnight in Anaheim)

Day 2 ANAheIM

Begin your Disneyland experience! Your 1-day Disneyland Admission to 1 park will give you access to exciting rides, thrillingattractions,andspectacularshows.Makingmemoriesforkidsbigandsmall,noSouthernCaliforniavacationis complete without a visit to Disneyland. (Overnight in Anaheim) B

Day 3 ANAheIM > SAN DIegO

This morning, transfer on your own and board Amtrak to San Diego, CA. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and begin your San Diego experience. Head over to the iconic San Diego Zoo which is home to 4,000 rare and endangered animals. The zoo also houses a beautiful botanical garden that holds more than 6,000 exotic plants. A day of wonder awaits in San Diego. (Overnight in San Diego) B

Day 4 SAN DIegO

Today wake up and begin exploring San Diego with your hop-on, hop-off tour. The tour will take you all around the city tohitmajorattractionssuchastheUSSMidway,thefamousGaslampQuarter,CoronadoBay,andtheSeaportVillage.With the ability to get on and off the tour at your leisure, there is no telling how much you will see in San Diego! (Overnight in San Diego) B

Day 5 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

Today you will be transferred from your hotel back to the Amtrak station for your trip home. As you relax on your ride home, reflect on all the fun and adventure you had on your Southern California Family Adventure! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: HOliDAY iNN FiSHERmAN’S WHARF

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations• Pier 39 Attraction pass including a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sight-

seeing tour, admission to the Aquarium of the Bay, a harbor cruise, and much more!

• Admission to the California Academy of Sciences• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from los Angeles




san Francisco Family adventure RoundtRip fRom Los angELEs 4 days / 3 niGhts

Day 1 DepART LOS ANgeLeS

Board Amtrak to head on to your San Francisco Family Adventure! Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin your vacation. (Overnight in San Francisco)

Day 2 SAN FRANCISCO

WakeupandbeginexploringthebestofwhatSanFranciscohastooffer.YourveryconvenientPier39Attractionpassincludes a multi-day hop-on, hop-off pass that will take you all around San Francisco. You will see iconic San Francisco attractionssuchastheGoldenGateBridge,Fisherman’sWharf,andofcoursePier39itself!Thepassalsogivesyouadmission to the Aquarium of the Bay which is always fun for the kids. What is also great is that the Attraction Pass includesahandfulofotherfunadmissionsonPier39aswellasabookletforcouponsforothergames,shops,andrestaurants on the pier! (Overnight in San Francisco) B

Day 3 SAN FRANCISCO

Today you will have admission to the fun and interesting California Academy of Sciences! The Academy with its wide-range of exhibits includes a natural history museum, over 40,000 live animals, a planetarium, and even an authentic rain-forest! With so much to do and see you can easily make a full day out of this one museum admission! (Overnight in San Francisco) B

Day 4 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN LOS ANgeLeS

Check out of your hotel and board Amtrak for your journey home. As you take a leisurely ride, reflect on all you and your family experienced in San Francisco! B


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HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations• Pier 39 Attraction pass including a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sight-

seeing tour, admission to the Aquarium of the Bay, a harbor cruise, and much more!

• Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from los Angeles




san Francisco and yosemite Family adventure RoundtRip fRom Los angELEs 4 days / 3 niGhts


Board Amtrak to head on to your San Francisco Family Adventure! Upon arrival check into your hotel and begin your vacation. Perhaps you want to spend the rest of the day enjoying relaxing by the pool following your day of travel, or head out and check out San Francisco on your own. (Overnight in San Francisco)

Day 2 SAN FRANCISCO

WakeupandbeginexploringthebestofwhatSanFranciscohastooffer.YourveryconvenientPier39Attractionpass includes a multi-day hop-on, hop-off pass that will take you all around San Francisco. You will see iconic San FranciscoattractionsastheGoldenGateBridge,Fisherman’sWharf,andofcoursePier39itself!Thepassalsogivesyou admission to the Aquarium of the Bay which is always fun for the kids. The Attraction Pass includes a handful of otherfunadmissionsonPier39aswellasabookletforcouponsforothergames,shops,andrestaurantsonthepier!(Overnight in San Francisco) B

Day 3 YOSeMITe NATIONAL pARK

Today you will get to experience the beautiful and vibrant Yosemite National Park! Your tour will pick you up from your hotel for a full-day tour of the park that will give you a full National Park experience. You will be amazed as your tour takes you through the towering sequoias, stopping for photo opportunities at the many picturesque waterfalls, and heading over to the famous Half Dome. This roundtrip tour of Yosemite will give your family a unique opportunity for adventure. (Overnight in San Francisco) B


Check out of your hotel and board Amtrak for your journey home. As you take a leisurely ride, reflect on all you and your family experienced in San Francisco! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: BEST WESTERN PluS BAYSiDE

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations• Admission to the San Diego zoo• multi-day Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Diego• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip shuttle transportation from the Amtrak® Station to hotel• Roundtrip Coach accommodations on Amtrak




san dieGo Family adventure RoundtRip fRom san fRanCisCo 4 days / 3 niGhts

Day 1 DepART SAN FRANCISCO

Board Amtrak and head on to San Diego for your thrilling family adventure! Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the Amtrak station to your hotel. Check in to your hotel and begin experiencing all that this vacation package has to offer. (Overnight in San Diego)

Day 2 SAN DIegO

Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading out to explore all that San Diego has to offer. Use your hop-on,hop-offsightseeingtourtoseeSanDiego’stoplandmarkssuchastheUSSMidway,CoronadoBay,andSeaportVillage. With the ability to get on and off the tour at your leisure, there is no end to what you will see around San Diego! (Overnight in San Diego) B

Day 3 SAN DIegO

Today you will visit one of San Diego’s most iconic attractions, the San Diego Zoo! Use your hop-on, hop-off tour for the ride over and head on in! The zoo is home to 4,000 rare and endangered animals representing hundreds of species. Your admission provides unlimited use of the guided bus tour, express bus, Skyfari aerial tram, shows and exhibits! (Overnight in San Diego) B

Day 4 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

Check out of your hotel and use the hotel shuttle to head over to the Amtrak Station. As you take your leisurely ride home, reflect on all of the fun and excitement you experienced in San Diego! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: GlENWOOD HOT SPRiNGS lODGE

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations• Glenwood Caverns Adventure Funday Pass including Tram and

Caverns• 2 meals (2 breakfasts)• unlimited Access to the Hot Springs• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Denver




GlenWood sPrinGs Family adventure RoundtRip fRom dEnVER 3 days / 2 niGhts

Day 1 DepART DeNVeR

In Denver board Amtrak’s iconic California Zephyr® for a leisurely ride out to Glenwood Springs. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin all that Glenwood Springs has to offer. With unlimited access to the hot springs included during your stay, let the children have fun enjoying the waterslides and pools while you sit back after your day of travel. (Overnight in Glenwood Springs)

Day 2 gLeNWOOD SpRINgS

Wake up in Glenwood Springs and enjoy a hearty breakfast. After that head over to the Glenwood Caverns Park for a full day of fun and excitement. Your all-inclusive pass will give you access to all of the park’s top attractions including all of the roller coasters, the mountain tram rides, cave tours, and the laser tag area. A full day of fun and adventure awaits. (Overnight in Glenwood Springs) B

Day 3 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN DeNVeR

Today you will enjoy another hot breakfast at the hotel and prepare to board Amtrak for your trip back to Denver. As the train winds back east, reflect on the fun times had by all in the beautiful, picturesque Glenwood Springs! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: COuRTYARD WASHiNGTON – DC/u.S. CAPiTOl

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations• multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Washington, DC• monuments by moonlight Tour• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from New York




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BoardtheNorthEastRegional® train from New York to head to our Nation’s Capital! Upon arrival check into your hotel and begin exploring the many sights and attractions that Washington, DC has to offer. After your day of travel, you may want to sit and relax as the kids have fun at the hotel’s pool. (Overnight in Washington, DC)

Day 2 WAShINgTON, DC

Today, begin your day using your multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Your tour will take you all over Washington, DC to hit the major attractions such as the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building, and Arlington Cemetery. You can also use the hop-on, hop-off tour as basic transportation to all of the Smithsonian’s which are conveniently free to the public! (Overnight in Washington, DC) B

Day 3 WAShINgTON, DC

Continue using your hop-on, hop-off trolley tour today as you continue to explore the city. Take the tour to stop at the NationalCathedral,NationalArchives,andFord’sTheatre.Laterthisevening,takeaMonumentsbyMoonlighttourandseeallofthefamousmonumentsilluminatedagainstthenightskyonyourtour.StopsincludetheLincolnMemorial,VietnamVeteransMemorial,KoreanWarMemorial,IwoJima,FDRMemorial,andtheMartinLutherKing,Jr.Memorial(Overnight in Washington, DC) B

Day 4 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN NeW YORK CITY

TodayboardtheNorthEastRegionaltraintoheadonhome.Asyoutakethe leisurely ride back, reflect on your fantastic Washington, DC Family Adventure and all of the great things you got to see and do! B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: HOliDAY iNN ExPRESS & SuiTES

HiGHliGHTS:• 3 nights hotel accommodations• multi-day admission to Colonial Williamsburg• Admission to Jamestown and Yorktown Combo• Admission to Busch Gardens*• 3-Day midsize car rental• 3 meals (3 breakfasts)• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from New York City*Busch Gardens Admission is based on seasonal availability




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Board Amtrak® and head on to begin your journey to Colonial Williamsburg. Upon arrival check in to your hotel and you can either begin to explore Williamsburg, or perhaps sit back and relax by the pool following your day of travel. (Overnight in Williamsburg)

Day 2 WILLIAMSBURg

Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and begin to explore all that Williamsburg has to offer. After picking up your rental car, head over to Colonial Williamsburg to experience the story of America’s beginnings from the earliest days of English settlement in North America right down to the foundation of an independent United States in the late 18th Century. Explore the town’s excellent exhibits and learn about life in colonial America. You will also want to make sure you stop over at the Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center where you will learn all about America’s first permanent colony, and where nearby the American and French forces won the decisive battle of the American Revolutionin1781.(OvernightinWilliamsburg)B

Day 3 WILLIAMSBURg

Today you will continue on with your Williamsburg experience. After breakfast, you can use your admission to Busch Gardens for a full day of fun and excitement. With more than 50 rides, roller coasters, games, and other attractions there is no lack of fun at this amusement park. If you have a little time left over you may want to finish up with one last stop in Colonial Williamsburg and put the multi-day ticket to good use! (Overnight in Williamsburg) B

Day 4 YOUR JOURNeY eNDS IN NeW YORK

Wake up, have a quick breakfast and head over to Amtrak to board for your ride home. As you head back, you can take some leisurely time reflecting on all the fun and experiences you enjoyed. B


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ACCOmmODATiONS**: SAlT lAkE PlAzA HOTEl iN SAlT lAkE CiTYCANYON lODGE iN YEllOWSTONE NATiONAl PARk

HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights accommodations in Salt lake City • 3 nights accommodations in Yellowstone National Park• Sightseeing Tour of Yellowstone National Park• 5-day car rental• Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Chicago




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Board Amtrak’s California Zephyr® and head west to Salt Lake City to begin your experience. As the train winds west youwillpassthebeautifulRockyMountains,WinterPark,andGlenwoodCanyonsasyoumakeyourwayintoSaltLakeCity. (Overnight on Amtrak)

Day 2 SALT LAKe CITY

Today, continue to enjoy the views from the train. Upon your arrival to Salt Lake City, travel on your own to your hotel and head to bed as tomorrow you will begin your Yellowstone experience. (Overnight in Salt Lake)

Day 3 SALT LAKe CITY > YeLLOWSTONe

Today you will take your rental car and drive up to Yellowstone National Park. Upon arrival check into your hotel and have the evening free to do as you wish. (Overnight in Yellowstone National Park)

Day 4 YeLLOWSTONe NATIONAL pARK

Wake up and begin to explore Yellowstone. Today you will take the Circle of Fire tour which is Yellowstone’s signature and longest running tour. You will get to experience the true beauty and wonder of the park as you stop at the Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone Lake and Hayden Valley which is famous for its wildlife viewing, as well as the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and many more iconic Yellowstone sights. Be sure to bring your camera because today you will witness some of the most spectacular sights you’ll ever see. (Overnight in Yellowstone National Park)

Day 5 YeLLOWSTONe NATIONAL pARK

Today you will have a free day on your own. Perhaps you want to take a guided nature walk or use your rental car to head over to Jackson Hole to change things up a bit. You may even want to relax at the hotel. The choice is yours! (Overnight in Yellowstone National Park)

Day 6 YeLLOWSTONe > SALT LAKe CITY

This morning check out of your hotel and head back on to Salt Lake City. Once you arrive back, check in to your hotel and have the night to relax on your own. However, make sure you head to bed early, the train picks up bright in early the next morning. (Overnight in Salt Lake City)

Day 7 SALT LAKe CITY > ChICAgO

Board Amtrak and head back east to Chicago. As the train winds its way home, reflect on the wonderful Yellowstone adventure that you and your family experienced! (Overnight on Amtrak)



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HiGHliGHTS:• 2 nights hotel accommodations• Ride a steamliner-era train from Williams to the Grand Canyon and

back aboard the Grand Canyon Railway• Sightseeing motorcoach tour of the Grand Canyon• 2 meals included (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)• Roundtrip coach accommodations on the Southwest Chief




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GoodbyeLosAngeles!TransferonyourowntotheLosAngelestrainstationandboardAmtraktoWilliams.Relaxandenjoy your trip to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Carving through canyon passages only a few feet wider than the train itself, you’ll see spectacular landscapes and pristine vistas not visible from interstate highways on the Southwest Chief®. (Overnight on board the train)

Day 2 WILLIAMS

WelcometoWilliams!Check-intoyourhotel,enjoyaheartybreakfast,andthentakethedaytoexplorethisfunRoute66 Town! From the 50’s style diners to the old-timey gas stations to the statue of Elvis, this town has all of the style andsubstancethatonewouldexpecttoseealongRoute66.AfterexperiencingallthatWilliamshastooffer,relaxbythe hotel pool and prepare for your next day’s trip into the Grand Canyon! (Overnight in Williams) B

Day 3 WILLIAMS > gRAND CANYON

WakeupandhavebreakfastbeforeyourtriptotheSouthRimoftheGrandCanyon.Followingbreakfast,enjoythewildwestshowbeforeboardingthefamousGrandCanyonRailway. Thetrainwillwind itsway intotheCanyon,capturingmanypicturesqueviews thatarespecial to the railway.Uponarrival into theSouthRimyouwillboarda sightseeing tour to experience some of the best scenic landscapes that makes the Grand Canyon so magical and exciting. (Overnight in the Grand Canyon) B

Day 4 WILLIAMS JUNCTION > LOS ANgeLeS

TodayhaveafreemorningtoyourselfbeforeboardingtheGrandCanyonRailwaytoheadbackoutoftheCanyon.Upon arriving back into Williams, you will have dinner before your Amtrak trip back to Los Angeles. After dinner board the Southwest Chief for your trip home and reflect upon your wonderful family adventure at the Grand Canyon. (Overnight onboard Amtrak) D



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1. hoW do i make a reservation? We offer three (3) ways to book a vacation package with Amtrak Vacations:• Call Amtrak Vacations at 1-800-AMTRAK-2 (800-268-7252)

andspeakwithaVacationSpecialist.• Book online at www.amtrakvacations.com. Navigate to the

FamilyAdventurespackageyouwishtobook,clickonthepricingtab,selectyourtraveldatesandenteryourcontactdetails.

• Visitorcallyourlocaltravelagent.

2. is siGhtseeinG included in our Family adventures PackaGe? Yes, we offer family friendly sightseeing tours. Details are listedwithineachpackage.

3. can i customize our Family adventure to dePart From our home toWn? Yes,allofourpackagesarecustomizable.OurVacationSpecialistswillworkwithyoutocustomizeyourvacationpackagetoworkbestforyourfamily

4. is there Food availaBle on the train? Yes, most trains offer one or more dining options ranging fromcasualdiningtofullsit-downmealsforyourfamilytoenjoy.

5. Where are your hotels located? Allofourhotelsarecentrallylocatedwithineachcitywevisit.MostarewithinashortdistanceoftheAmtrakstationandlocalsights.

6. are hotel uPGrades availaBle? Yes,allofourhotelshavetheoptiontoupgradetoasuiteorfamilyspace.

7. When Will i receive my travel documents?Afterwereceivefullpayment,traveldocumentswillbemailedtoyouapproximately21dayspriortoyourdeparture.

8. hoW much luGGaGe can i BrinG?Ingeneral,eachpassengerisallowedtwo(2)carry-onbags,eachnottoexceed50lbs.(23kg),28x22x14inches(700x550x350millimeters),freeofcharge.

Additionally, each passenger can check up to 4 bags - 2 free ofchargeand2for$20perbag,eachnottoexceed50lbs.(23kg),75linearinches(length+width+height)iftheoriginanddestinationstationsoffercheckedbaggageservice.

9. What is the diFFerence BetWeen your Family adventures PackaGes and your other travel styles?

Amtrak Vacations Family Adventures packages are createdspecifically for families. These packages include something foreveryone including family friendly sightseeing, accommodationsandmoreallatapricethatfamilieswilllove.

10. is travel Protection availaBle iF i have to cancel?

Yes, travel protection is something that we offer and stronglysuggest for all travelers.Our Travel ProtectionOption allows youtocancelyourAmtrakVacationsagreementsforanyreasonuptonoonEasternTimeonthelastbusinessdaypriortothefirstservicesofferedbyAmtrakVacationsandreceiveafullcashrefundminusthecostoftheinsurance.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

AMTRAK ACCOMMODATIONS

Viewliner Roomette:Dimensions 3’6”x 6’8” (1.1m x 2m)

lower Berth: 2’4” x 6’6” (720mm x 1.9m)

Accommodates 2 adults. Capacity for 2 small suitcases and garment bag. In-room toilet and sink.

Viewliner Bedroom:Dimensions 6’8” x 7’1” (2m x 2.2m)

lower Berth: 3’4” x 6’0” (1m x 1.8m)

upper Berth with ladder: 2’4” x 6’2” (720mm x 1.9m)

Accommodates 2 adults. Capacity for 2 suitcases. In-room sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower.

Viewliner Accessible Bedroom:Dimensions 6’8” x 7’1” (2m x 2.2m)

lower Berth: 3”4” x 6’0” (1m x 1.8m)

upper Berth with Steps 2’4” x 6’2” (720mm x 1.9m)

Accommodates 2 adults. Capacity for 2 small suitcases and garment bag. In-Room toilet, shower, sink and vanity. Fully accessible to passengers with mobility impairment.

iT’S WHAT’S ON THE iNSiDE THAT COuNTS. Whenyou’retravelingthecountrybytrain, it’s importanttohaveexcellentserviceandcomfort,somethingyou’llfindonbothoursingle-levelandbi-levelSuperliner®Service.

SiNGlE-lEVEl TRAiNS.Amtrakoperates single-level serviceonmost short-distance routesand some long-distance routes serving theEasternU.S.

COACH. Our large, comfy, reclining seats equipped with footrests and leg rests, fold-down tray tables, individual reading lights, andoverheadluggageracksmakeeveryseatthebestseatinthehouse.

ViEWliNER®/SuPERliNER® ROOmETTE. On Amtrak, we offer several sleeping accommodations to make you more comfortable,whetheryou’retravelingaloneorwithyourfamily.Oursingle-levelViewlinerServiceoffers-Roomettes,Bedrooms,andAccessibleBedroomaccommodations.Yourdaytimeseatingeasilyconvertstoabedatnightandourattentivestaffprovidesturndownserviceandkeepsfacilitiestidy.Bathroomfacilitiesvaryandaredescribedbelow.

SEATS

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1 3 5 7 9 11

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4 6 8 10 12

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OVERHEADLUGGAGE RACK

TOILET

STAIRS(DOWN)

STAIRS(UP)

CHANGINGROOM

TOILETS

TABLE SEATING

SNACK BAR

OBSERVATION AREA

LOUNGE AREA

BARSWIVEL SEATS

STAIRS(DOWN)

STAIRS(UP)

ACCESSIBLETOILET

UPPER LEVEL

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SHOWERROOM

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STAIRS(DOWN)

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SuPERliNER® TRAiNS.Our Superlinerbi-level trainsoperateonmost long-distance routes including:AutoTrain®,California Zephyr®,CapitolLimitedSM,CityofNewOrleans®,CoastStarlight®,EmpireBuilder®,SouthwestChief®,SunsetLimited®,andTexasEagle®.

SuPERliNER COACH.Withoversizedwindowsthroughoutthecar,everyseatfeelslikeawindowseat.Bothupperandlowerlevelshavelarge,comfortablerecliningseatsfeaturingfootrestsandlegrests,fold-downtraytables,individualreadinglights,andoverheadluggageracks.

SuPERliNER SiGHTSEER lOuNGE.Where,you’lltrulygetapanoramicviewofthecountrysideasyousitfacingouroversizedwindows.Whenyou’rereadyforabitetoeat,headtothelower-levelsnackbarforsandwiches,snacks,beverages,andsouvenirs.

SEATS

FOOTRESTSACCESSIBLE

TOILET

TOILETLUGGAGEAREA

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ROOMETTES

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1 3 5 7 9 11

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4 6 8 10 12

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•Limitedclimatecontrol•Electricaloutlets•Smallcloset•Fold-downtable•Freshtowelsandlinens

•MealsintheDiningcarareincludedintheticketprice.(Alcoholicbeveragesareavailableatanadditionalcharge.)

•Bottledwaterandmorningcoffee,tea,andjuice

•Complimentarydailynewspaper

•AssistanceofSleepingcarattendant

•Privatedaytimeseatingthatconverts to a bed at night

•Turndownservice•StationaccesstotheAmtrak

MetropolitanLoungeSMorClubAcela®

AmENiTiES


Superliner RoometteDimensions: 3’6” x 6’6” (1.1m x 2m)

lower Berth: 2’4” x 6’6” (720mm x 2m)


Accommodates 2 adults. Capacity for 2 small tote bags. Restrooms and a shower are nearby. Located on upper and lower levels.

Superliner BedroomDimensions: 6’6” x 7’6” (2m x 2.3m)

lower Berth: 3’4” x 6’3” (1m x 1.9m)

upper Berth with ladder 2’4” x 6’2” (720mm x 1.9m)

Accommodates 2 adults. Capacity for 2 suitcases. Some Bedrooms can be combined to make a suite for 4 people.In-room sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower. Located on upper level.

Superliner Family BedroomDimensions: 5’2” x 9’5” (1.6m x 2.9m)

2 Adult Berths with ladder:

lower Berth: 3’4” x 6’3” (1m x 1.9m)


2 Child Berths:

lower Berth: 2’3” x 4’9” (690mm x 1.5m)


Accommodates 2 adults and 2 small children. Capacity for 2 to 3 suitcases. Restrooms and A shower are nearby. Located on lower level.

Superliner Accessible BedroomDimensions: 6’9” x 9’5” (2m x 2.9m)

lower Berth: 2’4” 6’6” (720mm x 2m)

upper Berth with Steps 2’0” 6’2” (610mm x 1.9m)

Accommodates 2 adults.Capacity for 2 suitcases. In-room toilet and sink are separated from room by a curtain. Ample space for wheelchair. Fully accessible for passengers with mobility impairments. Located on lower level.

SlEEPiNG CAR. Foralittleextraroomandprivacy,considerchoosingoneofourfourtypesofsleepingaccommodations.TheRoomettefeaturesanupperandlowerberth.TheBedroomofferstwoadultberths,in-roomsink,toilet,andshower.TheFamilyBedroomhastwoadultberthsandtwochildren’sberths.PublicrestroomsandshowersarenearbyfortheconvenienceofFamilyBedroomandRoomettepassengers. TheAccessibleBedroomhas amplewheelchair spacewith in-room sinkand toilet. sleeping-carpassengers are entitled todining-carmeals,bottledwater,coffeeandjuice,freshlinens,andsoap.

ROOMETTES (11-14)

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2

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4 6 8 10

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LUGGAGEAREA CLOSET

TOILETSTAIRS(DOWN)

STAIRS(UP)

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TOILETS

Call 1-800-AMTRAK-2 or Your Travel Agent 19

How to Make a ReseRvation: TomakeareservationcallAmtrakVacationsat800-Amtrak-2(800-268-7252),Visitourwebsiteatwww.amtrakvacations.com orcallyourlocaltravelagentPayMents DepositsDaysPriortoDeparture: 90+days $250nonrefundabledepositforanyRailandSailprogram60+days $100nonrefundabledepositforanyRailGetawaysandFamily

Adventures $250nonrefundabledepositforEscortedRailJourneys,Independent

RailJourneys,oranycustomrailpackages3-59days FullpaymentdueattimeofbookingFinal PaymentBalancedue60dayspriortodepartureonallpackagesexceptcruises.Thebalanceisdue90dayspriortodepartureforanyRailandSailprogram.• YankeeLeisureGroup®(YLG)acceptsVisa®,MasterCard®,Discover®Cardand

checks.YourbookingisnotconfirmedandpaymentisnotdeemedmadeuntilthedepositisreceivedbyYLGandyoureceiveaconfirmationinvoice.YourreservationwillbeautomaticallycanceledifdepositisnotreceivedbyYLGbythedepositduedate.Oncertaindepartures,depositsmayberequiredatthetimeofbookingtoholdorconfirmspaceforyou.

• Ifyoupayyourdepositwithacreditcard,YLGwillautomaticallychargethebalancedue60dayspriortodeparturetothesamecreditcardusedtomakeyourdepositpayment.

Booking CHanges and CanCellations Tomakeachangeorcancelyourvacation,contactyourtravelagentorcallAmtrakVacationsat1-800-AMTRAK-2(800-268-7252).

CHangesAfeeof$25perperson(perchange)willbechargedbyYLGforanyalterationorrevisionmadetoareservationafterdepositorpaymentisreceived.Anyrevisionmadetoabooking(includingbutnotlimitedtorailchangesornamechanges)mayresultinthelossoftheconfirmedrailseatorsleeping-caraccommodations.YLGcannotguaranteetheavailabilityofrequestedchanges.Changesafterdocumentsandticketsareissuedwillbetreatedascancellations.Ifyoumakeachangeaftertraveldocumentsareissued,youmayneednewtraveldocuments.YLGchargesareticketingfeewhenitisnecessarytoreissuerailtickets.Cancellation Charges for all packages (excluding Rail and Sail)

45ormoredayspriortodeparture... Nonrefundabledepositisretained44-22dayspriortodeparture.... 25%ofthetrip21-8dayspriortodeparture...... 30%ofthetrip7-1dayspriortodeparture........ 50%ofthetripDayofdeparture......................... 100%ofthetrip

Cancellation Charges for Rail and Sail packages:90ormoredayspriortodeparture....nonrefundabledepositisretained89-60dayspriortodeparture.... 35%ofthetrip59-30dayspriortodeparture.... 50%ofthetrip29orfewerdaysbeforedeparture..................100%ofthetripof the trip

ReFUndsPleasenotethatanyrequestforrefundsissubjecttotheTermsandConditions;norefundwillbemadeforunusedservicesoflessthan48consecutivehours,unusedtransportationwheregroupactivityticketsareinvolved,orforvoluntarymodificationsmadebythetraveler.

TERMS and CONDITIONS:

TravelProtectionOption(TPO)allowsyoutocancelyourAmtrakVacationsarrangementsforanyreasonuptonoonEasternTimeonthelastbusinessdaypriortothefirstservicesofferedbyAmtrakVacations.iMPoRtantTheTPOmustbepurchasedattimeofbooking,orwhendepositispaid,andisnonrefundableandnontransferable.CarefullyreadtheCancellationWaiver& Insurance Planbrochure that canbe foundby clickingon thelinkinyourtraveldocuments.TheTPOdoesnotcovercancellationor“noshows”onthedayofdeparture.A“noshow” isdefinedasa failuretonotifyAmtrakVacationsofacancellationpriortonoonEasternTimeonthe last business day prior to departure. Note: The TPO does not coveranysinglesupplementchargeswhicharise froman individual’s travelingcompanionelectingtocancelforanyreasonpriortodeparture.Inthiscase,the single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the personwhocancels.Divisionofthischargebetweenthetwopassengersinvolvedis solely their responsibility. If insufficient funds are deducted from thecancelingclient,thetravelingclientwillbechargedtheremainingportionofthesinglesupplement.

PaymentofTPO (if chosen)mustbe receivedbyAmtrakVacationswithyourdeposit.TheTPOisnontransferableandvalidforeachapplicantonly.

wHen a CanCellation is Made, tHe ClaiM will Be Handled in tHis ManneR: Cancellations made before noon Eastern Time on the last business daypriortothefirstservicesofferedbyAmtrakVacationswillreceiverefundsincashorcredittothecreditcarddependinguponthemethodofpayment.

sCHedUle oF CoveRages MaXiMUM BeneFit aMoUntPART A – Benefits Provided By YlGTripProtectionOption UptoTripCostwHeRe to PResent PaRt a ClaiMsTocancelyourvacationpriortodeparture,contactyourtravelagent,whowillnotifyAmtrakVacationsorcall1-800-AMTRAK-2duringnormalbusinesshours,whichareMondaythroughFriday9:00a.m.to5:30p.m.EasternTime.Whenfilingaclaim,pleasesendany/allunusedtraveldocumentsto: Amtrak Vacations, Attn: Claims Department, 500 Cummings Center, Suite 3100, Beverly, mA 01915-9959.

sCHedUle oF CoveRages MaXiMUM BeneFit aMoUntPART B – Benefits Provided by the insurance Company listed BelowAccidentalDeath&Dismemberment $25,000MedicalExpense/EmergencyAssistance $25,000EmergencyEvacuationandRepatriation IncludedTravelDelay(Maximumof$100perDay) $500BaggageandPersonalEffects $1,000BaggageDelay $100

PaRt B Therearecertainrestrictions,exclusionsandlimitationsthatapplytoallcoveragesandservices.Planbenefits,limitsandprovisionsmayvarybystatejurisdiction.Toreviewfullplandetailsonline,goto:www.tripmate.com/wpF428W

YouwillreceiveaCertificateofInsurance(orPolicy,forresidentsofcertainstates)andDescriptionof24-HourEmergencyAssistanceServiceswhichdescribethebenefitsandlimitationsindetail.YoumaycancelthisplanbygivingAmtrakVacationswrittennoticewithin thefirst tooccurof the following: (a)10days fromtheEffectiveDateofYourinsurance;or (b)YourScheduledDepartureDate. IfYoudo this,Wewill refundYourpremiumpaidprovidednoInsuredhasfiledaclaimunderthepolicy.

PartBofthisPlanisUnderwrittenBy:UnitedStatesFireInsuranceCompany.ThePlan#isF428W.

PartBbenefitsareadministeredby:TripMate,Inc.(inCA,dbaTripMateInsuranceAgency)9225WardParkway,Suite200,KansasCity,MO,64114,1-800-888-7292.

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TRAVEl PROTECTiON OPTiON (TPO) - FROm $49

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PRiCesPrices are subject to change without notice and all reservations are subject toavailability.PriceslistedarequotedinU.S.dollars,perperson,doubleoccupancy.Ourlowestpricesmaynotbeavailableonalldaysorforallsales.Single,triple,quadandchildhotel ratesmaybe availableupon request.Not all accommodation types areavailableonallvacations.toUR PRiCes do not inClUdeTourpricesdonotincludegratuities,baggagehandlingandotherincidentalcharges.Where rental cars are available, the rental does not include state and local taxes,airport fees, lossdamagewaiver (LDW),gasolineandsurchargesonrentalcars fordriversunderage25(whereapplicable).sPeCial teRMsEscorted Rail Journeys, Rail and Sail, special events and peak travel periods mayrequireasurchargeandmaybesubjecttospecialpayment,changeandcancellationconditions. YLG cannot apply advertised promotions retroactively to existingreservations.Pricesinthisbrochuremaynotbevalidforgrouptravel.otHeR inFoRMationSpecificrequestsmustbemadeatthetimeofbookingandwillbehonoredatthediscretionofahotelorattractionsupplier.Beddingrequestsarenotguaranteed.Atsomehotels,therewillbeanadditionalchargeifacriborrollawaybedisrequired,payabledirectlytothehotel.sPeCial assistanCeIndividualswithmobilityimpairmentsand/ordisabilitiesrequiringspecialassistance,treatmentorfacilitiesmustcommunicateanyspecialneedstoYLGwhenbooking.visa & PassPoRtsYouareresponsibleforobtainingandpayingforallvisasandpassports,formeetingall health and other requirements, and for any documents required by the laws,regulations, order and/or requirements of the countries you will visit. Non-U.S.citizensmustconsulttheappropriateconsulatestodetermineifanyvisasareneeded;youareresponsibleforobtainingallvisasandentrydocumentsindependently.YLGis not responsible for providing youwith specific visa andpassport informationordocumentation, for any feesassociatedwithobtaining thesedocuments, andYLGcannotacceptliabilityforanypassengerrefusedentryontoanytransportorintoanycountryduetofailureofthepassengertocarrycorrectdocumentation.Allpassengerstravelinginternationallyarerequiredtohaveapassport.Mostcountriesrequirethatthepassportbevalidforatleastsix(6)monthsbeyondtheconclusionofyourtrip.Itisrecommendedyouhaveaminimumofthreeblankpages inyourpassportwhentraveling,asmanycountriesrequireblankpages.Multiple-entryvisasarerequiredforsomevacations. It isyourresponsibilitytoverifyallvisaandpassportrequirements.Theprocessofobtainingavisaand/orpassportcantakeuptothreemonthsormore.Some government agencies in foreign countries require YLG to collect and passon certain personal and other details related to you, including but not limited togovernment-issuedidentificationandpassportdetails.Ifyoufailtosupplythedetailsasrequestedfullyandaccurately,yourtripmaybeinterruptedorcancelled.Therearenorefundsforfailuretoprovidedocumentationorfailuretoprovidedocumentationbythetimerequired.ToenterandleaveCanada,allU.S.citizensmustcarryproofofcitizenshipsuchasavalidpassportorpassportcard.Noncitizensmusthaveavalidpassport,visaoraliencard thatpermits entry intoCanada.A“multiple entry” visa for return to theU.S.mayberequired.Youareresponsibleforobtainingandpayingforanyvisa,passportordocumentationneeded.PassengerstravelingonAmtrak®rail intoCanadamustprovidedateofbirth,citizenshipandpassportinformationatthetimeofreservation.AmtrakVacationsisnotresponsibleforanypassengerthatisdeniedentryintoCanada.Iftheremainingportionofthetripmustbecancelled,thepassengerissubjecttothecancellationfeesnotedaboveandisresponsibleforallfeestoreturnhome.ContacttheCanadianConsulatebeforetravelforcurrentandfurtherinformation.Informationaccurateattimeofprinting.PRiCe PoliCyAllvacationpricesarebasedonratesknownatthetimeofpublicationandexpectedtobeineffectatthetimeofdeparture,anddonotincludeairfareorrailfromyourhomegateway.Notallaccommodationtypesareavailableonallvacations.YLGrecommendsthatyoupay infullat thetimeofbooking.Oncefullpayment isreceived, YLG will guarantee that your purchase price will not increase unless youmakeachangetoyourpurchase.Allchangesarerepricedtothecurrentpricing ineffectattimeofthechange.Hotels• Hotelslistedintheitineraryareintendedtobeusedforalldeparturesbutcannotbe

guaranteed.Intheeventahotelisnotavailableanalternatehotelofequalorhighervaluewillbeused.No refundsareprovided forhotel changes,andcancellationchargesabovewillapply.

• Hotelratingsandcategoriesaremeanttogenerallydescribethedifferencesamonghotels,roomsandamenities.Ratingsarenotwarrantiesofthepropertiesused.

• Aminimum-stayrulemayapplyatsomehotelstRavel doCUMentsTravel documents will be sent electronically approximately 21 days prior to yourdepartureResPonsiBilities and liMitations oF liaBilities oF tHe national RailRoad PassengeR CoRPoRation (aMtRak®)• Amtrakisresponsibleforonlytherailtransportationitprovidesinconnectionwith

AmtrakVacationstourpackages.Amtrakdisclaimsliability,andisnotresponsible,for (1) any act or omission of YLG or any other service provider; or (2) anyaccommodations,services,featuresorothertransportationofthetourpackage.

• AllrailpassengertransportationviaAmtrakshallbeprovidedunderitstermsandconditionsofcarriagewhichshallconstitutethesolecontractbetweenAmtrakandthepurchaserofthesetoursand/orpassenger.

• Fares, time schedules, routes, equipment, services, products, accessibilityinformation,customsinformationandallotherinformationare(1)notguaranteed,(2)provided“asis”withoutanywarrantiesofanykind,eitherexpressorimplied,(3)subjecttochangewithoutnoticeand(4)formnopartofthecontractbetweenAmtrakandacustomer.Apossibilityexiststhattheremaybeerrorsorinaccuracies.AlthoughAmtrakattemptstoensureaccuracy,Amtrakmakesnoguaranteesastothecompletenessorcorrectnessanddisclaimsanyliabilitiesforanyerrors.

• Amtrak disclaims liability for inconvenience, expense or damage resulting fromerrors, shortageofequipmentordelayed trains, except thatwhen suchadelaycausesapassengertomissaguaranteedconnection,AmtrakwillprovidealternatetransportationonAmtrak,anothercarrierorovernighthotelaccommodationsatthediscretionofAmtrak.Amtrakactsonlyassellingagentforthruwayconnectingcarriersanddisclaimsliabilityfortravelonothercarriers.

• NeitherAmtraknoranyofitssubsidiaries,affiliates,licensors,suppliers,advertisersorsponsors,norourortheirdirectors,officers,employees,contractors,consultants,agentsorotherrepresentatives,areresponsibleorliableforanyindirect,incidental,consequential,special,exemplary,punitiveorotherdamages (including,withoutlimitation, damages for loss of business or lost profits), under any contract,negligence,strictliabilityorothertheoryarisingoutoforrelatinginanywaytoanyproductorservicepurchasedfromorthroughAmtrak.

• Amtrakassumesno liability for fragile, valuable,perishablearticlesoruntaggedbaggage.

• Amtrak reserves the right to refuse to carry passengers who pose a hazard tohealth,safetyorsecurityorwhoseconductisobjectionableinAmtrak’sexclusivejudgment.

• Bymakingpaymentforyourreservation,youacknowledgeandagreetoalltermsandconditionssetforthinthisbrochure,inparticulartothelimitationsofliabilityandresponsibilitiessetforthabove.

• TheabovetermsandconditionsaresubjecttothelawsoftheDistrictofColumbia,U.S.A.

ResPonsiBilities and liMitations oF liaBilities oF tHe yankee leisURe gRoUP (ylg)• YLG is responsible for selecting the suppliers thatprovide thecomponents (e.g.,

hotel accommodations, transfers, car rentals, tours and activities, etc.) for thetravelarrangementsdescribedinthisbrochure.

• YLGisanindependentcontractorthatarrangestravel-relatedservices.• YLGisnotanagentofthecustomer,orofthoseprovidingtravel-relatedservices

anddoesnotinanymannerdirectlyprovidetheaccommodations,transportation,mealsorothertravel-relatedservices.

• YLGisnotresponsibleforpersonalinjuryorpropertydamagecausedbyanyactofomission,intentional,negligentorotherwise,byanydirectcarrier,hotelorothersupplierorservicebeingofferedinthevacationpackageincludingbutnotlimitedtoactsofterrorism,mechanicalbreakdowns,governmentactions,weatheroractsofgod,anydelaysincurredduetomechanicaldifficultiesorweatherconditions,oranycircumstancesbeyondYLG’scontrolincludingroutingchangesand/orchangesintypeofequipmentoperated.YLGmakesnoimpliedorexpresswarrantiesintheofferingofanyvacationdescribedinthisdocument.

• The services described in this document, other than carriage by Amtrak, arefurnishedby independent contractorswhoarenot servantsofor joint ventures,agentsoforpartnerswithYLG.

• Bymakingpaymentforyourreservation,youacknowledgeandagreetoalltermsandconditionssetforthinthisdocument,inparticulartothelimitationsofliabilityandresponsibilitiessetforthabove.

• YLG“packageprices”aresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.

Products and services described in this brochure are subject to change withoutnotice. Call your Travel Agent or Amtrak Vacations at 1-800-AMTRAK-2 forinformation. This Amtrak Vacations brochure and its contents are copyrighted bythe National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak®). Acela®, Acela Club®,Acela Express®, Acela Regional®, Adirondack®, America’s Railroad®, Amfleet®,Amtrak®, AmtrakConnectSM, Amtrak Adventures®, Amtrak Express®, AmtrakGuestRewards®,AmtrakTravelConciergeSM,AmtrakVacations®,AmtrakWest®,AnnRutledge®,Arrive®,ARTE®,Auto Train®,BlueWaterSM,California Zephyr®,Capitol CorridorSM, Capitol LimitedSM, CapitolsSM, Cardinal®, Carl Sandburg®,CarolinianSM, Cascades®, Catch A Train Online®, Choo Choo Chewies®, Cityof New Orleans®, ClockerSM, ClubAcela®, Coast Starlight®, Crescent®, EmpireBuilder®, Empire Service®, EthanAllen Express®, The FederalSM,GreatAmericanStations®, Heartland Flyer®, Hiawatha®, Hoosier State®, Illini®, Illinois Zephyr®,InternationalSM, Julie®, Kansas City Mule®, Keep Moving®, Keystone Service®,Lake CitiesSM, Lake Shore Limited®, Lincoln®, Maple LeafSM, Metroliner®, NewYorkByRail®,NorthAmericaRailPass®,NortheastRegionalSM,PacificSurfliner®,Palmetto®,PennsylvanianSM,PereMarquette®,Piedmont®,QuietCar®,Rail2Rail®,RegionalSM, Saluki®, San Joaquins®, Share Fares®, Silver Meteor®, Silver Palm®,Silver Service®, Silver Star®, SkylineSM, SmartPass®, SmartFaresSM, SouthwestChief®,St.LouisMuleSM,StateHouse®,SunsetLimited®,Superliner®,Surfliner®,Texas Eagle®, The Coast Starlight®, The Great American Stations®, The SmarterShuttle®,TransportationSM,TravelGreen®,Tripfolio®,TwilightLimitedSM,TwilightShorelinerSM,U.S.A.Rail®,VermonterSM,Viewliner®andWolverine®andYOURCAR,YOURSTUFFANDYOUSMareservicemarksoftheNationalRailroadPassengerCorporation. The Downeaster is a service mark of the Northern New EnglandPassengerRailAuthority.

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