Jazz Train Journeys from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in March 2003

The Jazz Train itinerary offers guests the enjoyment of live entertainment nightly aboard the train, special lectures and planned excursions that showcase the evolution of this uniquely American musical art form. Each evening in the Club Car, guests take a trip back to the dawn of the century and hear the sweet sounds of the birth and development of early jazz performed by the notable Jack Maheu Trio including John Royen on the piano, bassist Matt Perrine, and Jack Maheu on clarinet. The trio’s repertoire includes selections from traditional jazz through the syncopated struts of Jelly Roll Morton to the swinging stride of Fats Waller, Count Bassie, Louis Armstrong and beyond. The notable jazz trio has performed and lectured in such venerable venues as The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Preservation Hall and the Louis Armstrong Foundation and on behalf of the U.S. State Dept. and National Park Service.

The Antebellum South Jazz Train itinerary runs March 13 to 20, 2003 from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. — Prices for this tour begins at $2,390 per person*.

Itinerary prices include accommodations, transportation, excursions and sightseeing tours, most meals and entertainment. To book the Antebellum South Jazz Train itinerary, call 800-320-4206 or visit AOE at www.AmericanOrientExpress.com.

The American Orient Express (AOE) is North America’s premier private train, providing deluxe rail vacations. In operation since 1997, AOE currently offers eight regional itineraries throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada. Noted for its exceptional service, fine dining and elegant furnishings and appointments, AOE has brought a return to the unhurried and graceful Golden Age of rail travel. AOE programs include in-depth exploration of North American landmarks with onboard lecturers/historians, and off-train tours and excursions, which complement the theme of the selected itinerary.

* Listed price reflects $500 per person saving in a Vintage Pullman accommodation, other accommodation categories offered. Valid on new bookings only. Based on availability. Not retroactive.

American Orient Express
5100 Main Street, Suite 300
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Tel. 630-663-4550 Ext. 240
Fax 630-663-1595
www.americanorientexpress.com