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West Coast USA

The Ultimate Coastal Rail Journey

Tour Overview

Embark on the ultimate West Coast adventure on this Fly-and-Rail Tour, journeying from Seattle to San Francisco via Portland and Sacramento.

  • Travel onboard Amtrak's iconic Coast Starlight train, renowned for its stunning panoramas of the Pacific coastline, towering forests, and rugged mountain ranges.
  • From the lush greenery of the Pacific Northwest to the golden hills of California, this journey spans three breathtaking states –Washington, Oregon and California.
  • Explore Seattle’s vibrant Pike Place Market, Portland’s charming neighbourhoods, and Sacramento’s historic Old Town before arriving in the city by the Bay, San Francisco.
  • Enhance your trip with a rental car to discover heritage railroads, including Roaring Camp’s Redwood Forest Steam Train and the Santa Cruz Big Trees & Pacific Railway. Cap off your adventure with a luxurious ride aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train, savouring world-class wines amidst picturesque vineyard views.
  • This tour offers a seamless blend of scenic train travel, cultural exploration, and indulgent experiences—a journey to cherish for a lifetime.

Travel Tips

  • Allow plenty of time to explore Seattle, Portland, Sacramento and San Francisco,
  • Take an elevator to the top of the Space Needle for superb views of Seattle and surrounding coastline.
  • Journey on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight in either a Roomette or consider an upgrade to a Bedroom.
  • Why not include a day out at the California State Railroad Museum, visit on a weekend when excursion trains are running.
  • We recommend purchasing public transport passes in San Francisco to give unlimited travel on buses, metro and cable cars to enable you to get the most out of your free time.
  • Why not include a visit to Alcatraz, pre-booking is strongly recommended.
  • Consider hiring a car to enable you to visit Roaring Camp where you can ride two railroads, the Redwood Forest Steam Train and the Santa Cruz Big Trees & Pacific Railway.
  • No visit to California is complete without an evening dining experience on the Napa Valley Wine Train in an antique Pullman railcar.

What Ffestiniog Travel Will Do

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Transport

  • Arrange all travel - rail and flights based on your preferred dates
  • Arrange travel passes
  • Reserve seating based on your chosen class
  • Organise car hire if required
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Accommodation

  • Arrange all accommodation based on your budget
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Planning

  • Plan a bespoke day-to-day itinerary
  • Arrange excursions tailored to your desired trip
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