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Grand Canyon Discovery

Independent rail journey from Chicago to the Grand Canyon via Santa Fe

Railbookers operates Grand Canyon Discovery, a 10-day, 9-night independent rail package that starts in Chicago, Illinois, and travels toward the Grand Canyon and the Red Rocks of Sedona. As an independent package rather than an escorted tour, Railbookers arranges transportation and accommodations while travelers set their own schedule at each stop. The trip opens with a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Chicago, taking in the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier. From there, travelers board the Southwest Chief for a scenic train ride to Santa Fe, New Mexico, a city known for its art, culture, history and cuisine. The route continues on to Williams, Grand Canyon National Park and Flagstaff, Arizona. It suits travelers who want one signature long-distance train ride bookended by independent time in a major city and in the Southwest, without a fully guided schedule dictating each day.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator's description does not include a day-by-day itinerary and cuts off mid-sentence after describing Santa Fe; confirm with Railbookers which legs beyond Santa Fe, including Williams, Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon, are by rail or by road before booking.

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in this trip?
Yes. Railbookers includes a ride aboard the Southwest Chief from Chicago to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail package. Railbookers arranges the transportation and travelers see each stop on their own schedule.
Which places does the trip visit?
The route runs from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Fe, New Mexico, then on to Williams, Grand Canyon National Park and Flagstaff, Arizona.
How much does it cost?
Prices start at 1,949 USD for the 10-day, 9-night package, about 195 USD per day.

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