Amtrak Vacations
Coast Starlight Experience from Seattle
Coast Starlight train trip from Seattle to Los Angeles
6 daysfrom $1,259
33% rail
Amtrak Vacations · Independent rail vacation
Seattle and San Francisco
Six-day one-way rail trip, Seattle to San Francisco on Coast Starlight
Amtrak Vacations runs this independent six-day, five-night rail vacation one way from Seattle to San Francisco. The trip opens with two nights in Seattle, taking in the Space Needle's views over the city and Puget Sound, the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit, and a guided tour of neighborhoods including Pioneer Square and Pike Place Market. On day three, the Coast Starlight carries travelers overnight south through Washington and Oregon, arriving in San Francisco for two more nights that include a hop-on, hop-off tour past Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge, plus a guided day trip to the redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument and a stroll along the Embarcadero. Because the package is one way, travelers reaching San Francisco on day six arrange their own onward travel, though Amtrak Vacations' Rail Experts can help book an extension. It suits independent travelers who want a Pacific coast rail journey paired with two well-known West Coast cities.
What to know before you look closer
- Meals are not listed among the included items; the dinners and restaurant visits mentioned in the day-by-day itinerary appear to be on your own.
- No specific hotel names or star ratings are given for the stays in Seattle or San Francisco.
- This is a one-way package ending in San Francisco; day 6 notes that a Rail Expert can help arrange an extension, so return travel is not included.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Seattle
Your Journey Begins in Seattle
Welcome to Seattle! Begin your Seattle adventure by ascending the iconic Space Needle for sweeping views of the city skyline and Puget Sound, followed by an exploration of the mesmerizing glass artworks at the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit. Conclude the day with a memorable dinner at one of Seattle's renowned restaurants.
- Day 2overnight: Seattle
Seattle
Enjoy a guided tour to uncover the rich history and diverse culture of Seattle's neighborhoods, from Pioneer Square to Pike Place Market, then spend the afternoon at leisure before a leisurely dinner.
- Day 3railovernight: Onboard Amtrak
Overnight Onboard Amtrak®
Check out of your Seattle hotel and make your way to the train station to catch the Coast Starlight® to San Francisco, traveling southward through Washington and Oregon.
- Day 4overnight: San Francisco
San Francisco
Arrive in San Francisco via the Coast Starlight® and check in for 2 nights. Embark on a Hop-on-Hop-off tour to explore Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, and the Golden Gate Bridge; dine at a waterfront restaurant to watch the sunset.
- Day 5overnight: San Francisco
San Francisco
Enjoy a guided tour of the Muir Woods National Monument among the towering redwood trees, then return to San Francisco for a stroll along the Embarcadero waterfront, taking in views of the Bay Bridge.
- Day 6rail
Your Journey Ends in San Francisco
Check out of your hotel this morning and continue with your travels. Rail Experts can help arrange an extension to another city.
The moments this trip is built around
- Day 1The Space Needle's observation deck gives sweeping views over the Seattle skyline and Puget Sound, followed by the glass artworks of the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit.
- Day 3The Coast Starlight carries travelers overnight from Seattle to San Francisco, traveling south through Washington and Oregon.
- Day 4A hop-on, hop-off tour of San Francisco stops at Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
- Day 5A guided tour of Muir Woods National Monument walks among towering redwood trees before a stroll along San Francisco's Embarcadero waterfront.
Included
- Sightseeing tour in Seattle
- Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Admission
- Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco
- Day Trip to Muir Woods and Sausalito with Bay Cruise
Questions travellers ask
- Is train travel included?
- Yes, one-way Amtrak Coach travel from Seattle to San Francisco on the Coast Starlight is included, with one night spent onboard.
- Is it escorted or independent?
- Independent; travelers can pick their own accommodation and even take the itinerary in reverse.
- Which train is used?
- The Coast Starlight, one way from Seattle to San Francisco in Coach class.
- What is included in sightseeing?
- A Seattle sightseeing tour, Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass admission, a hop-on, hop-off tour of San Francisco, and a day trip to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a Bay cruise.
- Is this a roundtrip?
- No, it is one way, ending in San Francisco; Rail Experts can help arrange an onward extension.
- Are meals included?
- The included list does not mention any meals.
