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Jazz, Blues and Rock 'N Roll By Rail
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
MAY BE CUSTOMIZED
NON-ESCORTED TOUR
Ride the rails right into the heart and soul of American music. Begin your musical journey in Chicago, known for it's celebrated voices and rhythmic tempos pulsating through the local clubs. Head south to the music landmarks and legendary nightclubs of Memphis, where Rock 'N Roll was born. While there, savor the local flavors of southern cuisine infused with the soul of it's musical past. The Final stop on your journey through music history is where it all began, New Orleans, the birthplace of Jazz and where the roots of American music were first cultivated. Walk the streets and feel the beat and rhythm of New Orleans that inspired greats such as Louis Armstrong, ferdinand "Jelly Roll" Morton and Louis Prima. Let the music tell the stories of these cities and their people.
Amtrak Vacations Package Price From $1,165.*
DEPARTURE DAYS: Daily
ININERARY REVIEW:
DAY 1-2 Arrive & Explore Chicago
DAY 3 Chicago to Memphis
DAY 4-5 Memphis Exploring
DAY 6 Memphis to New Orleans
DAY 7-8 New Orleans Exploring
DAY 9 Vacation ends in New Orleans
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Seven nights' hotel accomodations
- One Way Amtrak from Chicago to Memphis in Roomette accomodations; meals included in dining car
- Chicago City Tour
- Dinner at Choice of Restaurant in Chiacgo
- Dinner at Alfred's on Beale Street, Memphis
- Memphis Tour including Graceland
- Admission to Sun Studio
- Court of Two Sisters Jazz Brunch in New Orleans
- New Orleans Area tour
- Admission to Mardi Gras World
- Travel Portfolio
- All Taxes and Meal Gratuities
Chicago Vacation Options
Hotels in Chicago
Activities in Chicago
Meals in Chicago
Transfers in Chicago
Memphis Vacation Options
Hotels in Memphis
Activities in Memphis
Meals in Memphis
New Orleans Vacation Options
Hotels in New Orleans
Activities in New Orleans
Meals in New Orleans
Transfers in New Orleans
*Sample price does not include transportation
to Chicago or New Orleans to start your rail
journey. Price may vary based on availability
and time of travel.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY**
SUGGESTED ITINERARY**
DAY 1 Arrive in Chicago
Welcome to Chicago, known as the Windy City or the Second City. Take a walk down the magnificent mile for world-class shopping, dinner and attractions or check out one of the many famous blues clubs like Buddy Guy’s Legends or Rosa’s
Lounge. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 2 Enjoy Chicago
Enjoy your choice of tour for Chicago.We suggest seeing the city by boat. Take in a Broadway show or go see Sue at the Field Museum. Sue is the world’s largest, most complete t-rex. A dinner at your choice of restaurants is included. (Overnight in Chicago)
DAY 3 Chicago to Memphis
Transfer to Chicago’s Union Station and board the“City of New Orleans” train in roomette accommodations. While onboard, enjoy the new Cross Country Café serving regional cuisine. (Overnight on train)
DAY 4 Arrive in Memphis
Your arrival in Memphis will be very early in the morning. Transfer to your hotel and check your luggage with the bell desk. A Memphis area tour is included and may be taken on this day. See where Rock ’N Roll was born. (Overnight in Memphis)
DAY 5 Explore Memphis
Wake up refreshed and get ready to see Graceland, Elvis’s home. During your stay in Memphis you will also experience world-famous Beale Street with a dinner at Alfred’s on Beale. (Overnight in Memphis)
DAY 6 Memphis to New Orleans
Transfer to the Memphis Amtrak Station and board your train in coach accommodations. You will travel about 400 miles to New Orleans. Upon arrival, you will transfer to your New Orleans hotel. Welcome to the birthplace of jazz.
(Overnight in New Orleans)
DAY 7 Enjoy New Orleans
Jazz it up in New Orleans! Start the day with the famous Brunch at the Court of Two Sisters Restaurant. Walk down Bourbon Street and take in the atmosphere. Visit Mardi Gras World, where New Orleans’ famous party comes to life.
(Overnight in New Orleans)
DAY 8 Tour New Orleans
Take a complete tour of New Orleans and see such sites as the Garden District, French Latin Quarter and even some remnants of Hurricane Katrina to never let us forget this tragic occurrence. (Overnight in New Orleans)
DAY 9 Vacation Ends in New Orleans
Bid farewell to the birthplace of jazz. At this point you will have the following options:
• Return to Chicago on Amtrak
• Extend another night in New Orleans
• Rent a car and explore Biloxi Mississippi Casinos
*Sample prices are based on our highest demand travel period, per person based on double occupancy, tax included. Amtrak travel is for coach accommodations. Prices are subject to change without notice, and all rates are based upon availability at time of reservation.
**Unless activity is shown as included, all activities described in this itinerary are for suggestion purposes only.
***Travel dates and pricing may vary. Pricing is to be used as a reference only. Price at time of printing for July travel.
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