I'll Be Home by Christmas

It’s that time of year again, and we’ve been to Seattle and the Leavenworth Snow Trains, operated by Alki Tours. This year we’re running our cars with full service. All through guests will have room accommodations in Silver Solarium (and Silver Rapids, if demand warrants), and unrestricted use of our two vista-domes. A limited number of day riders will be accommodated as well. There will be two options: Bay Area to Los Angeles, and Seattle to Portland/Eugene. Day riders will not have use of any of the sleeper rooms, but will enjoy the same meal and beverage service, and vista domes and lounges along with the longer-distance guests.

We depart Seattle on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight 9:35 AM Dec 16, and arrive Los Angeles at 9:00 PM Dec 17.

Sorry, but we cannot accept overnight guests on Dec 15.

All meals will be prepared on board from fresh ingredients. Daily meals will include breakfast, lunch, afternoon hors d’Oeuvres and dinner. A late evening dessert will be available the first night.

Our bar, which features complimentary premium labels of beer, wine, and spirits, will be open until midnight.

Guests who purchased sleeping accommodations may stay aboard upon arrival in Los Angeles, if desired. We request that you vacate your room by 9:00 AM on Dec 19. Please be advised that during the night the train and private cars will move to the Amtrak yard, which is some distance away from Union Station. Taxi and ride sharing service is available from the yard to Union Station and other points.

The Leavenworth Snow Train is an experience not to be missed! The last train will depart Saturday, Dec 16. All guests receive a breakfast and supper, as well as complimentary hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages. Beer wine and spirits may be purchased in Amtrak’s cafe/lounge car. You will have approximately 4 hours to explore the quaint ersatz Bavarian Alpine town that is Leavenworth. The town goes all out for Christmas, and visiting it during the holiday season has become a tradition for many thousands of Washingtonians.

Our dome cars provide the premium seating on the trains and sell out early. Contact Alki Tours and let them know you’re leaving on the private cars. They’ll do their best to secure the best accommodations on the Snow Train for you.

Accommodations:

Silver Solarium is equipped with the following:

Double Bedroom: 1 or 2 persons. Upper and lower berths. Upper berth is the same size as the lower, with lots of headroom for those wishing to sit up and read. Double bedrooms have an enclosed annex with toilet and sink; some also have a hand-held shower. Lighted closet for hanging garments; overhead storage for luggage.

Drawing Room: Up to 3 persons. Two lower berths and one upper berth, same size as lowers. Sofa and folding chair for day use. Larger annex with toilet, sink, and fixed-head shower. Larger closet for hanging garments. Overhead luggage storage.

Stateroom: Located under the dome, added on by previous owner. One or two persons. Booth seating folds to become a standard double (full) bed. Large closet for luggage storage. Annex with toilet, sink, and shower.

Bedroom on Suite: Some of our double bedrooms have a folding partition wall, which can be opened to reveal a very spacious room that accommodates up to 4 persons. This is popular with couples who both prefer lower berths. An added bonus is each has their own bathroom.

Silver Rapids is equipped with the following:

Roomettes: 1 person. Sofa-style chair provide day seating; Murphy bed folds down for overnight comfort. Sink with hot and cold running water in each roomette. Lots of luggage storage overhead. Closet for hanging garments. Restrooms are just a few steps down the hall.

Double Bedroom: 1 or 2 persons. Upper and lower berths. Upper berth is the same size as the lower, with lots of headroom for those wishing to sit up and read. Double bedrooms have an enclosed annex with toilet and sink; . Lighted closet for hanging garments; overhead storage for luggage.

Amenities: All rooms have white cotton terry bathrobes; individual bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner, white cotton terry washcloths and bath towels; starched and folded huck hand towels. Silver Rapids is equipped with a shower/changing room for use by all guests.

Note: Silver Rapids will be included only if sufficient interest exists. We need a minimum of 8 bookings each way in order to add Silver Rapids.

Prices: Bedroom: $1,399/person double occupancy

Roomette: $1,399/person

Drawing Room: $1,749/person double occupancy

Stateroom: $1,749/person double occupancy

Bedroom ensuite: $1,999/person double occupancy

Single in a bedroom: $1,999

Day Rider, Oakland to Los Angeles: $309/person

Day Rider, Seattle to Eugene: $269/person.

Day Rider, Seattle to Portland: $189/person.

California Zephyr Railcar Charters (714) 751-2032

I'll Be Home for Christmas!

December 16-17, 2018

Depart Seattle 9:35 AM Dec 16.

Arrive Los Angeles 9:00 PM Dec 17.