Day 1 Amtrak Overnight to Denver/ Amtrak Through The Rockies (B, L, D)
You’re about to embark on a nostalgic journey on our California Zephyr Adventure. Board Amtrak at midnight or later from several stations across Nebraska and Iowa. Sleep in your own private compartment as you make your way across the plains. It’s daylight when you arrive in Denver. Wake up to enjoy breakfast on the train in the diner. It’s just like the old days. Then, sit back and relax as the incredible scenery of the Rockies passes by your large viewing window. Head back to the lounge car for a floor to ceiling view of the incredible scenery that unfolds. You’ll enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in the diner during this incredible journey. Your room steward will help prepare your cabin for your evening as you ride the rails.

Day 2 Virginia City/Carson City/Lake Tahoe Dinner Cruise (B, D)
This morning enjoy your last meal on the train before arriving in Reno. Depending on the train schedule and your time of arrival, your sightseeing this morning will include historic Virginia City where your local guide will provide the history, geology and characters that made up this gold rush boom town. Walk the wooden sidewalks of yesteryear and browse the saloons, museums, casinos and gift shops for a step into the Wild West past. Take a brief tour of Carson City, Nevada’s capitol, where you’ll see such sights as the Governor’s Mansion, the Nevada State Museum, the Legislative buildings, Capitol Mall, and more. Head to South Lake Tahoe, everyone’s favorite, where you’ll enjoy some “R & R” at your beautiful hotel. Transfer to Zephyr Cove where you’ll board the MS Dixie II Paddlewheeler for a dinner cruise on Lake Tahoe. The natural beauty of Lake Tahoe provides dazzling vistas of the Sierra and the dramatic splendor of Emerald Bay. An elegant dinner is served as you cruise the pristine water said to be 99% pure.

Day 3 Napa Valley Tour/San Francisco (B, L)
Today, tour famous Napa Valley with its rolling hills and picturesque vineyards that dot the countryside. Your local guide will provide a narrative as to the importance of the soil and weather conditions that make Napa Valley wines so famous around the world. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the wineries. Your hotel is ideally located right in Fisherman’s Wharf! Evening at leisure.

Day 4 San Francisco Tour/Alcatraz Tour/ Pier 39 (B, D)
This morning, your local guide will take you on a tour of San Francisco to include Twin Peaks, Seal Rocks, the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Fisherman’s Wharf and more. This afternoon is reserved for a Fun Tours exclusive – a tour of Alcatraz Island. See where the Bird Man of Alcatraz spent his time, as well as other notorious prisoners. If you choose not to participate on the Alcatraz tour, a credit of $26 will be applied to your tour. Spend time at Pier 39 with all sorts of shops and eateries, as well as maybe getting a close up view of the harbor seals that make the wharf their home. This evening, join your friends at a special dinner in Chinatown.

Day 5 Scenic Highway 1 / Redwood Forest Steam Train / Cannery Row / 17 Mile Drive / Dinner on the Monterey Pier (B, L, D)
Today, travel to Monterey via the spectacular coastal route – Highway 1. It’s here where the land meets the sea as you travel along this toprated scenic highway. Ride through the towering redwoods hundreds of years old on a 19th century steam train at Roaring Camp. Take time to stroll Cannery Row, made famous by author John Steinbeck. Travel Pacific Grove Loop that takes you past beautiful homes nestled right at the ocean’s edge. 17 Mile Drive, one of the most breathtaking coastal drives in the world is next. Meander through the Del Monte forest and see the famed Lone Cyprus Tree, perhaps the most photographed tree in the world along with an up close look at the million dollar homes. Stop at Pebble Beach Golf Course and see the 18th hole and beautiful lodge. Your last evening will be special when you enjoy a delicious dinner on the Monterey Pier with your travel mates.

Day 6 Cable Car Ride/Travel Home (B)
The fun’s not over yet as one cannot visit San Francisco without a ride on a cable car. Depending on flight schedules, you’ll either have time to shop Ghiradelli Square and visit Maritime National Historic Pier, or head directly to the airport for your flight home. The tune “If You’re Going to San Francisco” will ring in your ears as you board your flight home after a fantastic California Zephyr Adventure.