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Glacier National Park and Alaska Highlights with the Norwegian Encore

Rail and cruise journey from Chicago to Glacier Park and Alaska

Railbookers' Glacier National Park and Alaska Highlights package runs 13 days and 12 nights, combining rail travel with a cruise. The trip starts in Chicago and rides Amtrak's Empire Builder, described as one of the most scenic routes in North America, toward Glacier National Park. From there, travelers continue to Seattle for one night before boarding the Norwegian Encore for the Alaska portion of the trip. It is an independent rail package, so travelers move between the train, the park, and the ship on their own rather than with an escorted group. It suits travelers who want to pair a scenic train ride with wildlife and landscape photography opportunities.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers does not publish a day-by-day itinerary for this package in the material we have; the description we have also breaks off before detailing the cruise stops, so confirm the full route, ports, and included nights with the operator before booking.

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Questions travellers ask

Is this trip independent or escorted?
Independent. Railbookers lists it as an independent rail package, with travelers moving between the train and cruise portions on their own.
What kinds of transport are included?
The trip combines an Amtrak train, the Empire Builder, with a cruise on the Norwegian Encore, plus one night in Seattle between the two.
How long does the trip last and what does it cost?
13 days and 12 nights, priced from $3,349 per person.
Which national park and cruise ship does it feature?
Glacier National Park in Montana, and the Norwegian Encore cruise ship for the Alaska portion.

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