Continental US Train Zephyr Adventure CA -CO - Il

California, USA

3 days (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Pintours App Guide
Unlock secret stories, audio, and music
Amtrak Train Ticket (only if option selected)

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Day 1

California - Nevada

6 Stops

Emeryville Amtrak Station

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Amtrak Station

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Emigrant Gap Scenic Overlook

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Reno

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Black Rock Desert (Pass By)

Elko (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Utah - Colorado

5 Stops

Wendover (Pass By)

Salt Lake City (Pass By)

Grand Junction (Pass By)

Granby (Pass By)

Denver

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 3

Nebraska - Illinois

7 Stops

McCook (Pass By)

Lincoln (Pass By)

Omaha (Pass By)

Mount Pleasant (Pass By)

Princeton (Pass By)

Naperville (Pass By)

Chicago

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Reviews

3.5

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Great View but NO real person guide. Not great w/ back problems

Carmelita_V, Aug 2025

It is all AMTRAK ride. No real person guide. An app is used for a general guide with a map that you manually map out. There was only a greeting about the CA Zephyr Adventure 2 minute and the rest is just a map. If you have back problem, this is not for you. The Coach class has roomy leg room much better than airline legroom :) . Emeryville was our meeting point in Oakland. So prepare to be there hours ahead 1 hour the minimum. Again there will be no guide for you. Do It Yourself kinda thing with this one. Once you ride the train, it is all smooth sailing. WE had a 7 hour arrival delay in Chicago. SO have a one day extra. Unfortunately we have to take a flight back to California because the return date was delayed a day ( instead of a Sunday Aug 10, we were told it will be delayed to Wednesday ( Aug 13) return. This was NOT on our confirmed original reservation). Due to work schedule ( must work Au 13), we have to take a flight back on Aug 11 (supposed to be returning to California as per original schedule Aug 10). SO we had to take a hotel overnight on 8/10 and take a flight on 8/11. Also 2 companies will be emailing you Viator & the actual agents for this Amtrak Zephyr adventure. You can do this adventure on you own. . Buy the Amtrak ticket, decide how you get to Emeryville. ( Amtrak, GreyHound,or Plane). It is best to probably tour during Springtime. Amtrak food is expensive. Dinner $45 ( steak or salmon: Lunch $25 (smoregasboard meals). You can bring a cooler of food, no microwave us in the train for customers. I suggest bring bottled water, yogurt for first night, fruits, granola bars, snacks. Bathrooms are very small, i mean tigh space maybe 2 feet distance from your body. So if you are a buff person it will be very cramped unless you use the sleeper restrooms. ( if you dont get caught). Bring outlet cords and a light blanket. Old newspaper for restroom floor especially if you want to gear up, floor might be wet. Think of this as a "camping adventure on wheels" get the idea??? no shower. Must bring: Lots of wipes, dry shampoo, ear phones , movies to watch/ games to play :)