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Family Vacations in the USA

Family Train Vacations

Family-friendly vacations and rail tours are the perfect complements. These fun family trips start the minute you board the train and include many built-in benefits. Relax on the train and leave the navigation and driving to someone else. Best of all, there's no need to stop for rest breaks, meals, or overnights. Everything you need is on the train, from a choice of onboard accommodations to delicious meals from the Café or in the full-service Dining car.

America's National Parks are some of the most popular family vacation destinations. Grand Canyon National Park often tops the list of places to go with the family, and it's easy to see why. It's one of the Natural Wonders of the World and is also one of the most visited attractions globally. A rail vacation to the South Rim is perfect for spring break, summer, or any other time of the year. Glacier National Park is a great family vacation destination, known for its historic lodges and breathtaking scenery. Yosemite National Park, home to thundering waterfalls and some of the world's tallest and oldest trees, offers an array of outdoor adventures for kid-friendly vacations. Additional family vacation ideas include California's coastal cities; New York City with its impressive museums, eclectic neighborhoods, and Broadway shows; and Washington, DC, brimming with historic landmarks.

Consider these well-planned rail itineraries for your next family vacation.

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South Rim of the Grand Canyon
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4.3 stars(189 reviews)
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Yosemite Valley View Sunset
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4.6 stars(15 reviews)
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Yosemite National Park
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Empire Builder to Glacier National Park
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4.1 stars(31 reviews)
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$1,495 pp $1,395 pp
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Field of Wildflowers in Glacier
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4.3 stars(42 reviews)
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Glacier Parks Lakes and Wildflowers
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Desert View Watchtower
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Niagara Falls Aerial View
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Sunrise in Winter at the Grand Canyon
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St Mary Lake In Glacier Park
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Our customers love our Family Vacations tours
Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure
17/Jan
JOSEPH LALLIER
5 stars
“Good value
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California Zephyr with Yosemite National Park - Chicago to San Francisco
06 Oct 2024
SUSAN HUNT
5 stars
“A trip of a lifetime!
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Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure - Los Angeles
22 Sep 2024
JOANNA LIVINGSTON
5 stars
“I had a wonderful time. The train staff were all friendly and professional. The meal in the dining car was amazing. My luggage was always well taken care of. The roomette & restrooms were clean.
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Glacier National Park & Chicago
16 Sep 2024
William Postma
5 stars
“Train to Glacier was OK, Park was wonderful, but train home wasn't too wonderful.
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Winter Escape to the Grand Canyon - Chicago Round-trip
10 Jan 2024
ALLYN RICCI
5 stars
“It was a wonderful quick getaway for me, my husband, and 2 kids. They loved the train and we all experienced the Grand Canyon for the first time together. We will definitely be using Vacations by Rail for another adventure!
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New York to Niagara Falls
07 Nov 2024
GLORIA ANDRADE
4 stars
“Good for the cost
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California Zephyr with Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
03 Oct 2024
BRUCE OLIVER
4 stars
“Loved the views between Denver and Salt Lake City. Amtrak staff could use some serious customer service training. Staff was rude and gave impression that guests are disturbing them when asking questions, especially dining car staff.
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Glacier National Park Escape - Chicago to Seattle
21 Sep 2024
customer
4 stars
“not really pleased with food pricing compared to taste and appeal on the train and at the lodge
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Empire Builder with Glacier National Park - Chicago to Seattle
09 Sep 2024
JO ANN B
4 stars
“We liked our first room on the train; our second room was substandard and much smaller! The rooms at East Glacier need serious updating. I had to run the plug for my C-PAP machine across the floor from the desk to the bed and had to be careful not to...
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