Snowflake 2011 Train Trip to Reno with the Virginia City Rail Corporation

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Two Snowflakes for 2011!

Emeryville - Reno - Emeryville, January 14th - 16th

Emeryville– Reno – Emeryville, February 11th-13th

The 2010 Snowflake Adventures were a success! Join us for the 2011 Snowflake Adventures, one in January and one in February.

Step aboard the opulent private rail car and experience all the romance and nostalgia of a bygone era, that is sure to provide you with spectacular scenery, fine food, warm and friendly staff to pamper you, so you can relax and have fun in an elegant atmosphere. We invite our special passengers who join us every year to do so again in 2011, and we also invite those who have not traveled with us before, to join us for the time of your life, as we make our way through the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Reno, Nevada.

The Virginia City is an elegant private rail car that has a brass-railed open observation platform, cozy lounge with a working fireplace, dramatic dining room with an ornate 19th century crystal chandelier, custom china, crystal stemware, gold plated flatware, fresh napery and flowers.

PLEASE BOOK YOUR TRIP NOW! The cost for round trip fare per person includes round-trip transportation, elegant gourmet meals, sumptuous hors d’ oeuvres, beverages and cocktail service. However, it does exclude gratuity. This fare is non-refundable within one month of travel. Fares will be refunded in full should the trip be cancelled due to insufficient bookings.

Payment instructions are below. You can pay using Paypal, including credit card payments.

We will depart Emeryville, California on Friday morning, and arrive in Reno, Nevada that afternoon. There will be no detraining or boarding at Sparks. All detraining and boarding will occur at the Reno Amtrak Station only! We will depart Reno, Nevada on Sunday morning, at approximately 8:30 a.m. and arrive in Emeryville, California about 7:00 p.m. Please plan on being at both Amtrak Stations at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

There will be further information about our Snowflake Trip 2011, so please watch for updates by visiting our website at www.vcrail.com or you can call us at (650) 369-5405. We look forward to seeing you all aboard!

The smell of crisp mountain air, the rhythm of the rails and snowcapped Sierra Nevada Mountains as far as the eye can see, that’s only part of what you’ll enjoy aboard our annual Snow Flake Special this Presidents day weekend. While the world outside offers you a view of the Sierras you simply can’t experience other than by rail, the world inside your private railcar is just as exotic. Many Americans have never experienced the world of private rail travel, they haven’t enjoyed its luxuries or had a taste of true first class service.
Come, join us aboard the Virginia City for a peaceful trip through the Sierra Nevada mountains. Rail travel is not about economy and speed, rail travel is for those travelers who understand the value of service, and the can appreciate the joy of anticipation. Today’s transportation industry is focused on how fast and how cheap. Step back to a time when happiness was not so much a station you arrived at, but a manner of traveling.

From the moment you set foot on our red carpet until you debark at your destination you will be in the hands of our veteran chefs and stewards. There are no bags of peanuts or cramped seats aboard our cars, instead of mediocre service you’ll find elegant meals, a constant flow of hors devourers and a full selection of complimentary liquid libations. Instead of cramped airline seats you’ll find a range of atmospheres to explore among five distinct lounges and two vista domes aboard this years Snow Flake Special.

*Cars subject to change*

Package

Includes

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Bronze Package $309

One way travel, Meals & Alcohol

Silver Package $469

Round trip travel, Meals & Alcohol

Gold Package $589 per person double occupancy

Round trip travel, Meals, Alcohol & overnight accommodation

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*All prices are per person unless otherwise noted*

Day 1 The Adventure Begins!

Day 3 End of the Line

We’ve been making this run for over 20 years, each trip is better than the next. Each year we seem to see more and more of the same faces, making this a true tradition! This year we hope to top them all by making it the biggest Snowflake yet! We’ll start with our signature Champagne brunch, followed by an afternoon of spectacular sight seeing as we climb from the valley floor to the snow capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains. As we get closer to Reno an afternoon tea service will be set out, with plenty of savory appetizers and succulent sweets for everyone.

Day 2 Reno!

The day is yours, Virginia City Rail doesn’t need to tell you how to spend it. Enjoy one of Reno’s many casinos, live performances or music venues. There is plenty of stimulus around, but don’t be shy about asking the crew for tips on local attractions.

We’ve been told that “Rail Travel is the most fun you can have… with your clothes on!” Having had 20 years experience, we have to agree. The only thing better than taking the Snowflake to Reno is taking it back to San Francisco! Waiting on board are all your new friends eager to share their stories about winning and losing in the “biggest little city” in the world! You will receive the same great service on your way home as we roll out an entire day of beautiful scenery, delicious food, and great company. Our 3 course lunch is sure to impress even the most experienced palate. Even though today is the end of our voyage, its not the end of your experience. The memories and friendships created aboard our cars will last a lifetime!

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650-369-5405

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