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The California Zephyr

Experienced travellers say the California Zephyr is one of the most beautiful train trips in all of North America. As you climb through the heart of the Rockies, and further west through the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas, you may find it hard to disagree. The Zephyr runs daily between Chicago and San Francisco, coursing through the plains of Nebraska to Denver, across the Rockies to Salt Lake City, and then through Reno and Sacramento into Emeryville/San Francisco. Connections in to San Francisco and Oakland stations via Thruway Bus Service at Emeryville, California.

Scenic highlights include: Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevadas, Moffat Tunnel, Colorado's Gore, Byers and Glenwood Canyons, Winter Park, Truckee River, Donner Lake, San Pablo Bay and the Carquinez Strait.

Glide past — not above — amber waves of grain. Climb the magnificent Rockies and Sierra Nevadas and witness the power of the raging Colorado River. Cross the Continental Divide, travel through tunnels and canyons. Marvel at the vivid hues of Utah’s deserts. There is simply no better way to experience the true majesty of America than from the ground up on Amtrak

California Zephyr Rail Journey

Coast to Coast Rail Holiday

  • New York
  • Chicago
  • San Francisco
  • One of America's great rail journeys
  • Take in the bright lights of New York
  • Traverse the wide open plains and Rocky Mountains
  • Travel on board the California Zephyr

11 Nights from £4210pp

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Amtrak Cabin Types

Below is a selection of the cabin types on Amtrak trains. 

Roomette

Roomette

Bedroom

Bedroom

Family Bedroom

Family Bedroom

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