Route – Pacific Coast, Border to Border, southbound

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An ultra luxurious, exclusive Journey starting in Vancouver, Canada, or board in Seattle traveling the length of the USA’s Pacific Ocean boundary, a train adventure visiting the west coast’s diverse major cities, one of the most spectacular of all U.S. train routes with wonderful Cascade mountain, lush forest, fertile valley and long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline scenery, featuring en-route layovers where passengers live on board rail cars while visiting nearby attractions; there is no moving in and out of hotels. A unique, one of a kind vacation; an outstanding value.

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Vancouver (optional)*, or Seattle to San Diego – 8 Days and 7 Nights
Optional boarding in Vancouver, increases Journey duration to 11 days and 10 nights*

Ask reservations about: *the Vancouver itinerary and related fare increase.
Live on board your luxurious rail Car while visiting
Vancouver (optional), or Seattle – San Francisco –  Los Angeles – San Diego
11 days if boarding in Vancouver. **6 or 7 days by boarding in Seattle on day 2 and/or disembarking a day early in San Diego, with a fare reduction.  
Departure Dates Fares Fare Comparisons Itinerary

Departure Dates
2025 – Dates coming soon, ask Reservations for details, 817 696-1507
**Or, a day later if boarding in Seattle on the 2nd day, eliminating an extra day visit to Seattle, at a reduced fare.

Fares

Per person, double occupancy per bedroom, boarding in Seattle:
Grande Suite $* – Master Suite $*
Single passenger – 175% of double occupancy per person fare
*Or, a higher fare if boarding in Vancouver, a lower fare by boarding in Seattle on the
2nd day and/or disembarking a day early in San Diego. Ask Reservations for details
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Early confirmed booking/reservation discounts:*
210 or more days before departure 12% – 175 days 9% – 140 days 6%
* Can’t be combined with other discounts unless specifically provided for.
Unconfirmed prices are subject to change without notice.
Confirmed itineraries are subject to change based on Amtrak’s timetables and other operational considerations.

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A unique all-inclusive vacation along the USA’s western, Pacific Ocean, border traveling on a luxurious rail car(s).

Wonderful en-route scenery, over mountains, through lush forests, fertile valleys and long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline provide a stunning backdrop.
Seattle is surrounded by natural beauty, Mt. Ranier which is the tallest mountain in the Cascades Range, evergreen forests, and Puget Sound with ferry services to various islands including Vancouver Island (Victoria) in Canada, with round the clock cultural activities, seasonal and some and year round access to skiing and water sports.

San Francisco is one of the country’s most cosmopolitan cities known for cool summers, fog, steep rolling hills, eclectic mix of architecture, and landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, the former Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, Fisherman’s Wharf, and its Chinatown district which is the largest outside of Asia as well as the oldest Chinatown in North America. The City is home to world-class theatre, opera, symphony and ballet companies and boasts premieres of Broadway-bound plays and culture-changing performing arts.

Los Angeles is the center of the nation’s film and television industry. Near its iconic Hollywood sign, studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers offer behind-the-scenes tours. On Hollywood Boulevard, TCL Chinese Theatre displays celebrities’ hand and footprints, the Walk of Fame honors thousands of luminaries and the Broadway Theater district features current musical shows. Nearby attractions include the Santa Monica Pier and sunny Pacific beaches, among many attractions.
San Diego is home to pristine beaches, immense Balboa Park which is the site of the renowned San Diego Zoo with over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species and subspecies on 100 acres, art galleries, museums and gardens. A deep harbor is home to a large active naval fleet, including aircraft carriers and nuclear submarines; and, the USS Midway, an aircraft-carrier-turned-museum.

Journey by Rail Timetable
Day 1 – Saturday – if boarding in Seattle
Board at any time after 11:00 am
Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you
Visit Seattle
Click on Activities, Seattle to see some of the many optional things to do
Overnight in Seattle, on board
Optional – Board after 9:00 am on Sunday instead of Saturday, with an appropriate fare reduction
Day 2 – Sunday – Seattle
Optional – Board after 9:00 am on Sunday instead of Saturday with an appropriate fare reduction
Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you
Visit Seattle
Hosted marine Ferry trip to Victoria BC (Canada) and Victoria tour, or alternative excursion if desired
Overnight in Seattle, on board

Day 3 – Monday – En-route
Depart Seattle early morning
Magnificent en-route scenery with immaculate on board service.
White glove dinner, en-route on board
Overnight en-route, on board
Day 4 – Tuesday – San Francisco (Emeryville)
Arrive San Francisco (Emeryville) early morning
Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you

Visit San Francisco
Click on Activities, San Francisco to see some of the many optional things to do
Hosted tour of Chinatown an unique, deluxe Chinese dinner; or alternative excursion if desired
Overnight in San Francisco, on board

Day 5 – Wednesday – San Francisco, Los Angeles
Depart San Francisco early morning
Arrive Los Angeles mid evening
Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you
Visit Los Angeles
Click on Activities, Los Angeles to see some of the many optional things to do
Overnight in Los Angeles
Day 6 – Thursday – Los Angeles, San Diego
Depart Los Angeles early evening
Arrive San Diego late evening

Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you
Visit San Diego
Click on Activities, San Diego to see some of the many optional things to do
Overnight in San Diego
Day 7 – Friday – San Diego
Enjoy all-inclusive comforts living on your luxurious rail Car while you
Visit San Diego
Hosted tour of the world famous San Diego Zoo; or alternative excursion if desired
Overnight in San Diego, on board
Optional – Disembark by 11:00 pm on Saturday instead of Sunday, with an appropriate fare reduction.
Day 8 – Saturday – San Diego
Optional – Disembark by 11:00 pm on Saturday instead of Sunday, with an appropriate fare reduction.
Disembark by 11:00 am