TRAIN TRACKS ACROSS THE SIERRA: SACRAMENTO TO RENO AND RETURN

12085

5 Nights

Dbl $779 / Sgl +$250

The building of the railroad over the Sierra Nevada was a monumental accomplishment of 19th-century American grit and determination, allowing the movement of people and goods over the mountains--and the opening of the West. Following the pioneers, the railroad pushed through the high pass between Sacramento, CA and Reno, NV. Experience the grandeur of the Sierra Nevada on a train trek across these rugged granite mountains. Discover how the Gold Rush decided the capital of California and how silver and gaming turned Reno into the biggest little city in the world.

Dates: Feb 28-Mar 5, Mar 21-26, Sept 19-24, Oct 17-22 & Oct 24-29, 2010

BIRDING THE WATERS OF THE CALIFORNIA DELTA BY BOAT

16891

3 Nights

Dbl $598 / Sgl +$165

Venture into remote areas accessible only by boat and marvel at the wealth of migratory birds and waterfowl that inhabit the California Delta’s 738,000-acres. You’ll traverse the waterways with an expert naturalist aboard a 50-foot custom trawler and learn the story of the delta and its rich history.

Dates: Feb. 7-10 & Nov 10-13, 2010