This once-in-a-lifetime rail vacation takes you from downtown Chicago to the jungles of Central America by Classic Streamliner train and Norwegian liner! The vintage streamliner train 'The British West Indies Express' will convey guests from the Windy City to New Orleans over the Illinois Central Railroad with a visit and overnight stay in historic Memphis on the way. Then an overnight in New Orleans before the centerpiece of this holiday, passage by ship to exotic Belize, formerly British Honduras, one of the most fascinating places on earth. With the second longest barrier reef in the world, lush jungles filled with jaguars, ocelots and wild monkeys, Belize is a place of stunning natural beauty, famed for its breathtaking Mayan ruins at Altun-Ha. During your port call in Belize City, there is time to tour these magnificent Mayan ruins, a 'must-see' sight for any traveler. Happily, Belize is not the only exotic port of call on your passage from New Orleans, you also visit Costa Maya in Mexico's Yucatan, popular Cozumel and a lovely port, seldom-visited, Santa Tomas de Castilla in Guatemala. At Santo Tomas, there is a fantastic shore excursion to Quirigua and its Mayan monuments.

Of course, any good holiday should couple remarkable scenery with superb comfort and this holiday does this nicely. The vintage streamliner train offers a swank art deco round-end observation 'Club Car' with an open bar. And what better way to begin a vacation than with complimentary cocktails at ninety miles per hour without the hassle of airport check-ins. In New Orleans, guests enjoy an overnight First Class hotel stay with breakfast daily, a French Quarter sightseeing tour and, of course, a visit to famed Cafe du Monde for the best cafe au lait and beignets in the World. Your ship, the ms Norwegian Sun features 11 restaurants, 11 bars & lounges, an excellent spa and fitness center, a casino and acres of open deck space. Because Norwegian Cruise Line operates 'Freestyle Cruising' you may dine when you like, where you like, with whom you like, there is no required dress code and a level of personal choice on how you enjoy your vacation is offered,

This holiday will sell out quickly so prompt reservations are encouraged!

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• Classic streamliner train travel aboard the private train, the 'British West Indies Express' from Chicago to Memphis and then from New Orleans to Chicago after the cruise, an over night journey over the storied Illinois Central Railroad in each direction. There is a club car to enjoy and all meals, wines & spirits while aboard are included. Guests enjoy reclining ‘Sleeperette' seating (similar to Business class on an international flight) and for those desiring even greater comfort, sleeping car accommodations are available at additional cost.
• Memphis sightseeing tour with the acclaimed 'Memphis Jones' and live music entertainment as we tour the home of the Blues. You also enjoy breakfast at the storied 'Arcade' Restaurant and have time to see the famous 'Duck March' at the Peabody Hotel during your time in Memphis. Overnight accommodations at the excellent Doubletree Hotel in Memphis along with welcome dinner at the famed Rendezvous Barbeque.
• Coach train travel from Memphis to New Orleans aboard the City of New Orleans, a short day-trip.
• An overnight stay in the French Quarter with sightseeing tour and visit to Café du Monde before we sail. We have intentionally left large blocks of free time for you to enjoy "The Crescent City."
• 7-night West Indies cruise round-trip from New Orleans aboard the Norwegian Sun. Naturally, all meals & entertainment are included.
• Hosted by professional tour manager with special cocktail parties & events throughout.

Day 1
Leave Chicago at 9 pm on the "British West Indies Express."

Day 2
Arrive Memphis, breakfast as the famous Arcade Restaurant, Backbeat Tours of Memphis with the famed Memphis Jones, overnight at the Doubletree Hotel at Peabody Place, dinner tonight at the fabled Rendezvous Barbeque Restaurant. B D

Day 3
Morning departure from Memphis by train aboard the City of New Orleans, afternoon arrival in New Orleans with overnight at the Hampton Inn in Carondelet Street just two blocks from the French Quarter. B

Day 4
Morning French Quarter tour with Café du Monde, afternoon sailing aboard Norwegian Spirit bound for British Honduras, tonight is your welcome cocktail party aboard. B D

Day 5
All day at sea to sleep in, soak up the sun or enjoy the amenities of this remarkable new ship. B L D

Day 6
Costa Maya is your port of call today. B L D

Day 7
Rarely visited and amazingly beautiful Santa Tomas de Castilla Guatemala greets you today. B L D

Day 8
Fascinating, raffish colonial Belize City, Belize is your port of call today with an optional excursion to the nearby barrier reef, the second largest in the world after Australia. B L D

Day 9
Popular Cozumel with its nearby Mayan ruins is your port of call today. B L D

Day 10
A final day at sea to relax and enjoy Ocean travel. B L D

Day 11
Disembark in New Orleans after breakfast, free time in Jackson Square until your late afternoon departure for Chicago aboard your special train. Overnight onboard as you travel over the Illinois Central Railroad. B

Day 12
The train arrives in Chicago at 9am with easy same-day connections for all Midwest points or at nearby Midway airport.

   

   

   

 Departure Dates:

• November 12 - 23

 Per Person Rates:

Accommodations	Tour Price
Economy Inside Stateroom	$1,995
Inside Twin Stateroom	$2,095
Oceanview Stateroom	$2,195
Balcony Stateroom	$2,395
Suites	$2,695