Chicago, St. Paul/Minneapolis, Spokane, Portland/Seattle
Experience the rugged splendor of the American West. It travels between Chicago and the Pacific Northwest along major portions of the Lewis and Clark trail. The mighty Empire Builder takes you on an exciting adventure through majestic wilderness, following the footsteps of early pioneers. From Chicago, you’ll have magnificent views of the Mississippi and see the glowing night skyline of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Awake the next morning as you cross the North Dakota plains and travel over the spectacular Gassman Coulee Trestle. Skirting the Missouri, you’ll cross into the Big Sky country in Montana, passing by a travelers favorite, Glacier National Park. From Spokane, you can continue on to Seattle or head down the Columbia River Gorge. Visit Portland for spectacular views of Mt. Hood and Beacon Rock.
Chicago, Illinois on the Empire Builder
Firstly, marvel at the grandeur of Grant Park’s Buckingham Fountain to iconic museums and skyscrapers. Secondly, see for yourself why Chicago was once dubbed “Paris on the Prairie.” Engage in retail therapy on the Magnificent Mile. Root for the home team within the comfortable confines of famed Wrigley Field. Chicago will satisfy whatever you hunger for. From hot dogs and deep dish pizza to culture and comedy, Chicago delivers. It’s night life will draw you in. So, Stay for the people, culture, food and history.
Travel the North West
Marvel at the majesty of the northern United States. Ttravel over mountain passes, through alpine valleys and past 7,000-year-old glaciers. Glide by buttes and bluffs, along mountain streams and across the Mighty Mississippi. It has stops in big cities and quaint mountain towns. The Empire Builder invites you to experience culture, nature and rapture in one grand adventure. All of this while cruising along on one of America’s under-rated train routes. The Empire Builder is bound to expand your horizon.