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ESCORTED US TRAIN TOURS
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HISTORIC TRAINS OF ARIZONA


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Verde Canyon Railroad

Early Booking Special!
Book the Historic Trains of Arizona US escorted train tour by October 15, 2008 and save over $200 per couple.

The Grand Canyon Railway and Verde Canyon Railway take you from where the road ends and the rails begin.  This exciting escorted tour showcases two premier private railways in the Southwest. In addition you will have spectacular views of the Grand Canyon and days to explore Sedona, Arizona.


Call 877-929-7245 for air fares and schedules from your city to and from Phoenix.

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  • Services of a Professional Tour Manager
  • Deluxe motorcoach transportation for touring
  • 8 Meals (3 dinners and 5 breakfasts)
  • Round trip airport transfers
  • View Oak Creek Canyon
  • Narrated trolley tour of Sedona including Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Gallery Row, and the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross
  • Ride the historic Grand Canyon Railway in the comfort of First Class seats to the edge of the awesome Grand Canyon
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of Grand Canyon National Park
  • Dinner and entertainment at Black Bart's Steakhouse and Saloon
  • Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument and the old mining town of Jerome
  • Journey through Verde Canyon in First Class comfort aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad
  • Enjoy rip-roarin' family entertainment and a chuckwagon supper at the Blazin' M Ranch and Western Stage Show
  • $30 in future travel credits

Day One - Hilton Garden Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona.

Days Two through Five - Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel, Sedona, Arizona.

Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in Scottsdale is $139, tax included.

Day One - Arrive in Arizona
Our adventure begins as we arrive in Phoenix and are transferred to "Old Town" Scottsdale. Old Town is the southwest's premier art center where quaint Western-style streets are brimming with more than 100 galleries. Tonight, join your Tour Manager and meet your traveling companions at 6 p.m. for a get-acquainted dinner. (Dinner)

Day Two - Sedona Trolley Tour
Our leisurely drive to Sedona today shows us the beauty of Arizona and this artist community set amongst the red-hued rocks of Oak Creek Canyon. In Sedona, our narrated Trolley Tour visits the south side of town, highlighted by Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Gallery Row, and a stop at the famous Chapel of the Holy Cross. (Breakfast)

Day Three - Grand Canyon Railway
Today's rail journey is a visual treat as we travel past spectacularly colored white, yellow and red cliffs dotted with pine, cypress and junipers and into the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. Carved through the rocks of the Colorado Plateau, the Grand Canyon size and beauty transcends your expectations. You'll ride in the comfort of the First Class cars complete with reclining seats, air conditioning and extra large viewing windows to take in dynamic colors and textures of this natural wonder. Tonight, enjoy good food and good fun at Black Bart's Steakhouse and Saloon before returning to our hotel. (Breakfast and dinner)

Day Four - Sedona at Leisure
Today has been reserved for a full day of leisure. Sit back, relax and enjoy the warmth of the Arizona sun, or if you wish, your Tour Manager can help you arrange an optional guided jeep tour through the Sedona backcountry. (Breakfast)

Day Five - Verde Canyon Railroad
This morning we visit Montezuma Castle National Monument, an ancient five-story Indian dwelling carved out of a great limestone cliff, before stopping at the old mining town of Jerome. Once virtually a ghost town, it is now restored with shops, museums and art galleries. Later, we climb aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a spectacular journey over old-fashioned trestles, past ancient Indian ruins and through a 680-foot tunnel. Enjoy the comfort of your First Class seats and the five open-air viewing cars. View wildflowers, blooming cacti and wildlife in their natural habitat. Tonight, enjoy rip-roarin' family entertainment and a chuckwagon supper at the Blazin' M Ranch and Western Stage Show. (Breakfast and dinner)

Day Six - Travel Home
Our tour comes to a close today with our group transfer at 8 a.m. to Phoenix's Sky Harbor airport for flights out after 12 p.m. (Breakfast)

The Sedona Trolley    Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village

The Grand Canyon    Montezuma Castle National Monument

The Verde Canyon Railroad    Oak Creek Canyon

 Departure Dates:
  • May 18 SOLD OUT
  • September 14 SOLD OUT
  • September 21
  • October 5
  • November 2 SOLD OUT
 Per Person Rates:
  • Twin $1,469
  • Single add $689
  • Triple deduct $10
Call 877-929-7245 today to book your Historic Trains of Arizona vacation.


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