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Yellowstone National Park Getaway Roundtrip from Denver

5-day independent rail vacation roundtrip from Denver to Yellowstone

Yellowstone National Park Getaway Roundtrip from Denver, a rail journey with Amtrak Vacations

Amtrak Vacations runs this 5-day independent rail vacation roundtrip from Denver to Yellowstone National Park, riding the California Zephyr in Coach class to Salt Lake City before transferring on to the park. Two nights are spent in Salt Lake City and two inside Yellowstone, where an included sightseeing tour of the Lower Loop, with the Old Faithful Explorer Tour substituted in winter, takes in Isa Lake on the Continental Divide and the grassy expanse of Lamar Valley, known for its wildlife. The operator also points to Point Sublime for panoramic views and describes evenings spent watching the stars. This suits travelers who want a shorter national park trip built around one scenic rail leg rather than a longer, multi-city itinerary. The operator does not publish a day-by-day breakdown or name specific hotels in the listing available.

What to know before you look closer

  • Amtrak Vacations doesn't publish a day-by-day breakdown of this 5-day trip beyond the order of travel: Denver, the train ride, Salt Lake City, and Yellowstone.
  • No specific hotel names are given for the Salt Lake City or Yellowstone stays in the operator's published listing.
  • The Lower Loop Tour is seasonal, with the Old Faithful Explorer Tour substituted during winter months.

Included

  • 2 nights' hotel accommodations in Salt Lake City
  • 2 nights' hotel accommodations in Yellowstone National Park (seasonal Lower Loop tour; Old Faithful Explorer Tour substituted in winter)
  • Sightseeing tour of Yellowstone National Park's Lower Loop
  • Roundtrip Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Denver, CO on the California Zephyr®
  • Roundtrip transfers between Salt Lake City and Yellowstone

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, roundtrip Amtrak Coach travel on the California Zephyr from Denver to Salt Lake City is included.
Is it escorted or independent?
It's listed as an independent rail vacation.
Which train is used?
The California Zephyr, in Coach class, roundtrip from Denver.
What's included?
2 nights in Salt Lake City, 2 nights in Yellowstone, a sightseeing tour of Yellowstone's Lower Loop, roundtrip rail from Denver, and roundtrip transfers between Salt Lake City and Yellowstone.
What will I see?
Isa Lake on the Continental Divide and Lamar Valley are named, along with a panorama view at Point Sublime, wildlife watching, and evening stargazing.
How much does it cost?
From $1,449 USD, about $290 per day.

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