Amtrak’s Coast Starlight is widely considered one of the most beautiful train journeys in North America. From 131 miles of breathtaking travel along the California coast to a daylight crossing of Oregon’s majestic Cascade Range, this is a voyage of epic scenery — and the most relaxing way to begin your adventure to one of the highest-rated ships afloat, Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth.

Even better, we’ve included First Class sleeping car accommodations aboard the Coast Starlight, featuring your own private room with beds and all meals included in the recently upgraded dining car. For added convenience, travelers across California enjoy complimentary connecting train travel to the nearest Coast Starlight boarding point. Guests in San Diego or Orange County connect seamlessly in Los Angeles, while those in the Central Valley receive free travel to the Bay Area to join the train.

Upon arriving in Seattle, you’ll settle into an elegant First-Class downtown hotel, with ample time — until late afternoon on day two — to explore this vibrant city. Visit Pike Place Market, ride the Monorail to the iconic Space Needle, or simply wander the waterfront. And for those who wish to linger a bit longer, we offer excellent rates on additional nights in Seattle.

Then your voyage continues north to Alaska’s fabled Inside Passage, a region that almost defies the English language for superlatives. This superb itinerary includes charming Ketchikan, majestic Juneau — with Mendenhall Glacier just a short drive away — and awe-inspiring Glacier Bay National Park, a place many travelers consider the most magnificent sight in North America.

But the grandeur isn’t only outside. The Queen Elizabeth herself is a masterpiece of classic ocean liner style, with splendid Art Deco–inspired interiors, the magnificent two-deck Britannia Restaurant, the grand Queens Room, and the elegant Royal Court Theatre for nightly entertainment. You’ll also enjoy refined lounges, the Golden Lion Pub, a stylish casino, an exceptional spa, and so much more.

This extraordinary holiday has only one flaw: 2026 is the final year Queen Elizabeth will sail to Alaska. This voyage will sell out quickly, so prompt reservations are highly recommended.

All Aboard!

• A private cocktail party aboard the Queen Elizabeth

• A complimentary dinner in the exquisite Verandah Steakhouse, an elevated dining experience

• Upgrade to a larger bedroom on the train for $475 per person (double occupancy)—enjoy more space, added comfort, and in-room facilities including a private shower.

• Extend your Seattle stay with one or two additional nights at only $145 per person, tax included.

Travelers board the Coast Starlight at historic Union Station in Los Angeles this morning or at stations north of LA and soon enjoy over 130 miles along the Blue Pacific. Nicely, lunch in the dining car comes with a side of breathtaking coastal scenery as we roll north over the Union Pacific. This is a fine time to enjoy the big windowed Sightseer lounge car. Later, guests in Northern California can board at points in the Bay Area and Sacramento.

Breakfast time finds us beginning our ascent of the Cascade Mountains with majestic scenery, including Odell Lake, before we drop down into the Willamette Valley with a stop in Portland for you to stretch your legs with Mount Hood in the background before crossing the Columbia River. Later we run along the Puget Sound before arriving in Seattle for an overnight stay at the superb Mayflower Park Hotel or similar.

All morning to sightsee in Seattle, perhaps taking in the amazing Pikes Place Market or riding the Monorail to the Space Needle, a fun and inexpensive treat. We provide a complimentary transfer to the pier and the Queen Ellzabeth this afternoon, and at 5:00 pm, the whistle sounds—our grand adventure north begins as we sail for Alaska, the Great Land.

Relax into the rhythm of life at sea as we glide through the sheltered waters of the Inside Passage. Mountains rise on either side, marine wildlife may appear at any moment, and the Queen Elizabeth offers endless ways to indulge, unwind, or explore.

Welcome to Ketchikan—Alaska’s “First City” and one of its most colorful. Cradled between mountains and sea, the town buzzes with floatplanes, fishing boats, and waterfront life. Explore its totem poles, rainforests, and lively docks where adventure is always close at hand.

Guarded by mountains and fed by an icefield that never melts, Juneau is a breathtaking capital city with wilderness at its doorstep. The mighty Mendenhall Glacier is a highlight—an ever-shifting river of blue ice that inspires awe the moment it comes into view.

Few places on Earth rival Glacier Bay for sheer scale and majesty. Sail past towering mountain ranges that soar to 15,000 feet, their massive snowfields feeding more than a thousand glaciers. Watch for calving ice walls, floating bergs, and wildlife along the rugged shores of this protected natural cathedral.

Another peaceful day of cruising allows time to soak in Alaska’s wilderness vistas—or the Queen Elizabeth’s many pleasures. Enjoy afternoon tea, stroll the decks, or simply settle into a chair and watch the mountains drift by.

Arrive in charming Victoria, a delightful blend of Old World elegance and Pacific Northwest beauty. Wander past Victorian architecture, stroll the lively Inner Harbour, or savor the city’s gardens, which bloom almost year-round thanks to Vancouver Island’s mild climate.

This morning, we return to Seattle, bidding farewell to newfound friends and a journey filled with unforgettable moments—mountains, glaciers, rail adventure, and the timeless charm of Cunard. What a spectacular way to explore the Northwest and Alaska.