New Day Tour Includes Grand Canyon Railway

Jan. 8, 2008 - PRLog -- PHOENIX –  Open Road Tours will offer an exciting new one-day tour starting January 2008 from the Phoenix/Scottsdale area that includes a trip on the historic Grand Canyon Railway.  Open Road is the first tour company in the Valley of the Sun to offer this type of trip on a regular basis.

The new day tour will depart on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from hotels in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. This tour offers incredible views and numerous photo opportunities as well as a chance to learn about the history and geology of the Grand Canyon!  In addition to a one-way ride on the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams, Ariz., to the Grand Canyon Village, this exciting adventure also travels by custom touring van through the Sonoran Desert, historic Route 66 in Williams and to Mather Viewpoint at the Grand Canyon.  The tour includes coach class railway tickets but upgrades are available.

For more information, please contact Donnita Parker at (602) 997-6474 or toll-free at (800) 766-7117 or visit the website at www.openroadtours.com

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OPEN ROAD TOURS specializes in sightseeing and adventure travel throughout the Southwestern United States. Trips range from half-day highlight tours to seven-day adventures featuring river rafting, hiking, jeep tours and horseback rides.  Individuals may join regularly scheduled tours or groups may elect to have a private tour.

Our custom designed tours can be as wild or mild as you wish - from river rafting to a leisurely float down the river.  Choose accommodations from rustic to luxurious, or sleep under the stars in a scenic campground.  We can develop customized itineraries around the Four Corners Region, including Utah, Colorado and New Mexico.

Website: www.openroadtours.com