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Experience the Great American Adventure

Conway Scenic Railroad
New England in the Fall
9 days$3,095 pp $2,795 pp
  • Discover New England on an escorted vacation with an expert Tour Manager
  • Admire America's best foliage scenes onboard heritage mountain railways
  • Explore Boston and journey through the stunning White Mountains National Forest
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Door County
Great Lakes & Trains featuring the Grand Hotel
11 days$4,295 pp $3,995 pp
  • Uncover the region on an escorted tour, Guided throughout by a Tour Manager
  • Experience the beauty of Mackinac Island while staying at the famous Grand Hotel
  • Ride the Algoma Railway through Agawa Canyon and explore Sleeping Bear Dunes
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta by Rail
9 days$4,095 pp $3,795 pp
  • Experience the International Balloon Fiesta as New Mexico’s skies are filled with color
  • Visit the iconic Arches and Mesa Verde national parks during an escorted vacation
  • Journey through scenic Colorado on the heritage Durango & Silverton Railroad
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Explore the United States

The United States, with its diverse landscapes and cultures, poses a unique challenge that we relish - creating a journey that encapsulates the American spirit, one region at a time. Our comprehensive tours offer you multiple ways to experience this vast country.

Recommended Destinations: Alaska, National Parks, Fall Foliage, Colorado, Southwest, California, Pacific Northwest, The Great Lakes, and more.
Ride Famous Trains: California Zephyr, Empire Builder, Southwest Chief, Durango & Silverton, Rocky Mountaineer, Alaska Railroad, and more. 
Explore by Travel Type: Independent itineraries to explore on your own or Escorted tours guided by a tour manager.

When should you travel to the United States? With such a vast landscape, that depends on your destination. While in the northern US the peak season is typically June to September, in the southern US peak is the spring and fall. Fall Foliage tours are very popular in New England and operate a short season during September and October.

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Mt Washington Cog Railway
Last Chance 2025
4.4 stars(149 reviews)
Escorted
2025SepOct
2026SepOct
10 days from
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Durango & Silverton Train
Save up to $500
4.6 stars(349 reviews)
Escorted
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8 days from
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Glacier National Park
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4.6 stars(260 reviews)
Escorted
2026JunJulAugSep
13 days from
$6,295 pp $5,795 pp
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Mount Rushmore
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4.5 stars(143 reviews)
Escorted
2026MayJunJulAugSep
11 days from
$5,695 pp $5,195 pp
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Old Faithful, Yellowstone
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4.7 stars(114 reviews)
Escorted
2026JunJulAugSep
12 days from
$5,795 pp $5,295 pp
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Snowbird Tram
Save up to $500
4.6 stars(70 reviews)
Escorted
2025Sep
2026MayJunJulAugSep
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Vineyards Landscape at Sunset in California
Save up to $500
4.6 stars(46 reviews)
Escorted
2025Sep
2026MayJunJulAugSep
8 days from
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Save up to $500
4.4 stars(82 reviews)
Escorted
2025SepOct
2026SepOct
9 days from
$4,095 pp $3,795 pp
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Travel Your Way, With Our Most Popular Independent Tours

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Grand Canyon
$1,000 off
4.3 stars(222 reviews)
Independent
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Sunrise in Winter at the Grand Canyon
Last Chance 2025
4.5 stars(22 reviews)
Independent
2025NovDec
2026JanFebMar
6 days from
$1,225 pp
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Colorado Rockies Continental Divide
$1,000 off
4.1 stars(38 reviews)
Independent
2025AugSepOctNovDec
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Glacier National Park
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4.3 stars(44 reviews)
Independent
2026JulAugSep
7 days from
$2,195 pp $1,995 pp
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Red Rocks Park At Sunrise Near Denver Colorado
4.6 stars(27 reviews)
Independent
2025AugSepOct
2 days from
$1,725 pp
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Empire Builder Between Chicago and Seattle
Last Chance 2025
4.3 stars(27 reviews)
Independent
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Sunrise at Hubbard Glacier, Alaska
Last Chance 2025
4.2 stars(11 reviews)
Independent
2025AugSep
2026MayJunJulAugSep
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4.3 stars(222 reviews)
Independent
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The Grand Canyon is one of the world's top natural attractions. Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World on this exciting rail adventure. Beginning in Chicago, board Amtrak's Southwest Chief bound for Flagstaff, Arizona, the gateway to the Canyon. Upon arriving in Flagstaff, catch the historic Grand Canyon Railway for your journey to...

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4.4 stars(82 reviews)
Escorted
2025SepOct
2026SepOct
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Discover the beauty of the Southwest in autumn on this 9-day escorted adventure featuring national parks, historic rail journeys, and the world-famous International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque. Travel on the iconic California Zephyr to Grand Junction. View the breathtaking landscapes of Arches and Mesa Verde national parks, before riding the...

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Last Chance 2025
4.5 stars(122 reviews)
Independent
2025AugSep
2026MayJunJulAugSep
Independent

Venture into the heart of Alaska on this seven-day independent rail journey. Uncover scenic landscapes as the Denali Star rolls past a showcase of quintessential Alaskan sights, starting in vibrant Anchorage. Enjoy time in historic Talkeetna, enjoying a jetboat ride along the Talkeetna and Susitna rivers. Embark on a tundra wilderness tour of the...

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Last Chance 2025
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Last Chance 2025
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2025SepOct
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Travel through spectacular mountain scenery lit up with vivid colors on this fall tour along America's scenic East Coast. Stay in Massachusetts's capital city of Boston with time to explore its unique history and culture, then journey to the charming village of North Conway in the beautiful White Mountains - one of the most stunning locations to...

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Last Chance 2025
9 days from
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Last Chance 2025
4.4 stars(149 reviews)
Escorted
2025SepOct
2026SepOct
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The vibrant hues of autumn guide the way on this seasonal journey through New England and Eastern Canada. Spend ten days marveling at the subtle distinctions between regions, discovering in each how the changing leaves are as unique as the destinations themselves. Soak up the history of Boston, the starting point of your fall foliage adventure,...

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Last Chance 2025
10 days from
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Last Chance 2025
4.0 stars(48 reviews)
Escorted
2025SepOct
2026SepOct
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Nature's majesty and American history abound on this journey through the Great Lakes shorelines, featuring Wisconsin and Michigan. Starting in Chicago, ride Amtrak to Milwaukee, before exploring the heritage and picture-perfect landscapes of Door County Peninsula. Next, venture through Michigan's Upper Peninsula and cross the Canadian border to...

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Last Chance 2025
11 days from
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4.8 stars(34 reviews)
Escorted
2026Mar
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Seek the magical aurora borealis on a sensational winter journey from Fairbanks to Anchorage, riding the amazing Aurora Winter Train in the shadow of Denali. An evening in the wilderness provides a great chance to catch the Northern Lights, while an exciting dog-sled ride through the snow-covered tundra and a curling lesson help uncover the...

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4.6 stars(260 reviews)
Escorted
2026JunJulAugSep
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Discover five of America's beloved national parks on this rail tour to America's West. Start your tour with a classic overnight rail adventure aboard the Empire Builder, following the pioneer route into Big Sky Country. Here, we visit the first national park of the itinerary, Glacier National Park, surrounded by glorious natural spectacles. Moving...

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Last Chance 2025
4.3 stars(114 reviews)
Escorted
2025Sep
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Watch as the warm hues of autumn overtake the landscape on this 8-day guided journey through New England. The tour begins as the group discovers the Colonial history of Boston. From Boston, we travel out of the city and into some of the best places for fall foliage viewing in all of the United States. The first stop is North Conway, where we will...

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Last Chance 2025
8 days from
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4.6 stars(242 reviews)
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2025Aug
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Nine unforgettable days take you deep into Alaska's wild beauty on this expertly guided adventure. Your journey begins in Fairbanks, where a riverboat cruise introduces you to the region's scenic waterways, and a visit to Trail Breaker Kennel lets you experience the thrill of dog sledding. From Fairbanks, board the legendary Alaska Railroad's...

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4.6 stars(46 reviews)
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2025Sep
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California is a land of possibilities, and this unforgettable tour displays some of its greatest offerings. Over eight days, soak up the modern and historic sides of San Francisco and travel into nature, where towering redwood trees surround us on the Redwood Forest Steam Train. We also admire the mountain and waterfall panoramas of Yosemite...

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4.6 stars(349 reviews)
Escorted
2025Sep
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Journey through the untamed beauty of Colorado on this 8-day Rocky Mountain expedition. We discover expanses of landscape hidden from modern traffic aboard six scenic railways: Georgetown Loop Railroad Leadville, Colorado & Southern Railroad Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Royal Gorge Route Railroad...

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Our customers love our United States tours
America's Great National Parks
29/Jul
PATRICIA COSGROVE WILKERSON
5 stars
“Our whole trip was fabulous. Every accommodation offered was 5 star, food nearby excellent, schedule ran smoothly. All 38 of us were treated with respect and the whole group from Edgar the guide and Ralph the driver to all the guests were so compatible, and most of us were traveling...
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Colorado Rail Experience
28/Jul
Mary Palmer
5 stars
“Scenery was awesome, so much fun to ride all the different railroads. great to have a tour manager who keeps you on track and take care of the details.
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America's Treasures & Natural Wonders
27/Jul
Robert Besten
5 stars
“Beth was an excellent guide! The sites were awesome! Nice hotels and bus! Overall excellent experience!!
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Canada's Rockies & Alaska Cruise
27/Jul
ELIZABETH ANN TOWNSEND
5 stars
“Great trip!! Loved the itinerary. Beautiful places visit.
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Alaska Wilderness Tour
26/Jul
CHRISTINE PRZEWOZNIK
5 stars
“Enjoyed the trip. I’m glad I stayed an extra day at Denali. It was wonderful. Gold star is definitely a must. The train ride was way better than I was expecting. The views were outstanding. Only thing I would change if I could, was to only stay 1 night in...
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Alaska the Greatland
26/Jul
Sheryl Harrison
5 stars
“This trip exceeded my expectations! Cheryl, our tour guide, and Pat, our motorcoach driver, make a good team for the trip of a lifetime. I can't wait to book Vacations by Rail next year.
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Glacier National Park & Chicago
24/Jul
KAREN BRAND
5 stars
“Great trip. All the planning was done, just had to relax and enjoy.
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Calgary Stampede, Canadian Rockies & Glacier
23/Jul
Marilyn
5 stars
“From Glacier Park through the Stampede experience this was a fantastic experience. Our Travel Guide, Beth was amazing and highly knowledgeable about the entire trip. Our bus driver was clearly an expert, maneuvering the bus safely at all times. We enjoyed the entire trip from Glacier Park...
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Great Parks of the Southwest featuring the Grand Canyon
23/Jul
Jamie Curles
5 stars
“This was the trip of my dreams. I traveled to Union Station in Chicago alone. Upon meeting Denise, our guide for the entire trip, I was assured that she was going to make sure my vacation would be stress free - and it was! All arrangements were made and...
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America by Train

Rolling prairies, wide-open plains, and towering mountain peaks paint the picturesque backdrop as you explore America by rail. Add to that bustling metropolises, expansive national parks, and acclaimed historic attractions, and it is easy to see why the United States is the perfect destination for train vacations. Traveling aboard Amtrak trains, enjoy routes that take you from Chicago to the East Coast or the West, traveling cross country to explore the best the USA has to offer.

The beauty of taking a train across America is that your adventure begins the moment you board the train. Settle into your cozy onboard accommodations and leave the driving to someone else as you travel deep into the unspoiled natural beauty of the U.S.A. Admire the passing scenery from your seat or the train's observation lounge. Enjoy a hot meal in the dining car or the café as the train crisscrosses the country. While many of our independent train tours and escorted train tours include overnight train rides aboard iconic long-distance trains, there is a great selection of rail vacation packages that solely feature excursions aboard day trains. These passenger trains are just as historic and include scenic trains, such as the Grand Canyon Railway, Colorado's Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, and New England's Cape Cod Central Railroad.

Each train vacation in America incorporates iconic train journeys into a well-planned itinerary that also includes visits to popular destinations, comprehensive sightseeing, incredible routes, and more. Choose from train trips in Alaska, popular USA Coast to Coast vacations, fall foliage tours, or visits to America's national parks by train. You may select vacations with luxury train accommodations in sleeper cars or from an array of one-way journeys. With more than 100 vacations in the United States alone, you are sure to find the perfect itinerary.

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