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Vineyards Landscape at Sunset in California
California’s Napa Valley, Redwoods & Yosemite
9 days from $4,499 pp
  • Explore northern California’s epic nature and famed wines on a 9-day escorted tour
  • Ride the Napa Valley Wine Train and soak in rugged views of the coast from Monterey
  • View iconic redwoods at Sequoia National Park and visit Yosemite National Park
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta ft. California Zephyr
9 days from $4,699 pp
  • Witness the incredible spectacle of Albuquerque’s International Balloon Fiesta
  • Admire natural wonders on visits to two of America’s spectacular national parks
  • Enjoy a memorable rail journey to Colorado aboard the USA’s iconic California Zephyr
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Snowbird Tram
From Deserts to Peaks: A Canyon Spirit Adventure
7 days from $6,299 pp
  • Relax on the luxurious Canyon Spirit train with domed viewing cars and first-class service
  • Visit Moab and explore the otherworldly landscapes of Arches National Park
  • With a naturalist leading the way, set out into Rocky Mountain National Park
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Western United States

Home to some of the country's most inspiring destinations, the western U.S. is a treasure trove awaiting discovery. Tours of America's West can take you across the frontier to Colorado to explore the rugged Rocky Mountains and the historic towns that dot their peaks. Ride heritage rail lines through the stunning landscape or continue to destinations such as Salt Lake City, the cowboy town of Jackson, and San Francisco with smooth connections to places like Muir Woods with its Giant Sequoia groves and Yosemite National Park, home to Yosemite Falls - the highest waterfall in North America - as well as Half Dome and El Capitan.

Other West Coast tours focus on America's beautiful national parks, where the grandeur of nature surrounds at every turn. Montana's Glacier National Park is home to glacier-carved mountains and one of the country's most famous roadways, Going-to-the-Sun Road. At Yellowstone National Park, an incredible variety of flora and fauna sit aside waterfalls and deep canyons. Yellowstone's true claim to fame, though, is its geothermal activity that presents in its hot springs and geysers. Your tour itinerary may take you to Mt. Rushmore, which showcases the visages of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln, or to South Dakota's Badlands, where colorful rock formations highlight the dry terrain.

Some train tours to the Pacific Northwest feature Seattle, the crown jewel of the region. While this city is a destination in its own right, it is also ideally located as a launching point for Alaska cruise vacations and Western Canada rail tours. Whether you travel from the East Coast to the West Coast or focus your family vacation on the Wild West solely, there is no shortage of trip ideas to explore.

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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta ft. California Zephyr
4.4 stars(113 reviews)
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Discover the beauty of the Southwest in autumn on this memorable vacation featuring national parks, historic rail journeys and the world-famous International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque. Travel on the iconic California Zephyr to Grand Junction and view the breathtaking landscapes of Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, before riding the...

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Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure
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The classic ambiance of an overnight rail journey meets the splendors of one of America's top natural attractions on this rail vacation to Arizona. Join Amtrak's Southwest Chief on its cross-country route from Chicago to Flagstaff, and then board the 120-year-old Grand Canyon Railway on its route to the Grand Canyon. Uncover iconic views and top...

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Great Parks of the Southwest featuring the Grand Canyon
4.6 stars(202 reviews)
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Discover the natural wonders and rugged wilderness of the Southwest on this scenic rail tour through Canyon Country. This tour has it all: amazing national parks, classic train journeys, and spectacular sightseeing and excursions. Your adventure begins in Chicago with a classic rail journey aboard the legendary California Zephyr to Grand Junction...

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America's Great National Parks
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Discover five beloved national parks on this 13-day escorted tour through the West. Start with a classic overnight rail journey aboard the Empire Builder, following the pioneer route into Big Sky Country. Experience a float trip down a winding river, drive through Glacier National Park on an open-top Red Jammer bus and cruise across a sparkling...

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Glacier National Park Escape - Chicago Roundtrip
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Your two-night stay is in the heart of the unspoiled natural attractions and stunning beauty Glacier National Park. Wondrous displays of nature, historic lodges, and sightseeing through the forests and valleys of this complex ecosystem are highlights of your stay before returning by train to Chicago.

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Colorado Rail Experience
4.6 stars(431 reviews)
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From soaring peaks to deep gorges and iconic sites, including the Garden of the Gods, relish untamed Colorado on this remarkable rail vacation featuring six heritage trains. Delve into the Colorado Rockies' mining history on the Georgetown Loop Railroad and the Leadville Railroad, and skirt the San Juan Mountains on the Durango & Silverton Narrow...

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Glacier National Park Escape - Seattle Roundtrip
3.9 stars(15 reviews)
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2027JunJulAugSep
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Depart coastal Seattle for the 100+-year-old Glacier National Park aboard Amtrak's Empire Builder. Highlights of your two-day visit include an excursion along the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road and stunning views from Marias and Logan Passes.

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Alaska Northern Lights & Aurora Train
4.7 stars(47 reviews)
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Winter is a special time of year in Alaska. The landscape transforms into a wonderland clad in fluffy white snow, and the short days set the perfect stage for the aurora borealis to take over the night sky. Adventures take on a new form and open visitors' eyes to the wonders and traditions of America's Last Frontier. This week-long Alaskan journey...

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Lakes & Lodges of Glacier National Park
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 Set out on an adventure into the vast and rugged landscapes of the northwestern United States on this week-long vacation. Crossing the country on Amtrak's Empire Builder, arrive in East Glacier for days spent amidst Montana's wild scenery, fresh mountain air and stunning destinations. Uncover the "Crown of the Continent" from multiple...

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America's Treasures & Natural Wonders
4.7 stars(126 reviews)
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Set your sights on amazing scenes of America's West with visits to six national parks on this unforgettable rail tour. The journey begins on Amtrak's Empire Builder, aboard which beautiful vistas of the Northern Prairies create the serene backdrop for the start of our trip. Our first visit is to Whitefish, where Glacier National Park's glaciers,...

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Colorado Rockies to Yosemite National Park
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Follow the lead of the explorers of years past and head west for a grand adventure to the "City by the Bay," San Francisco. This six-day rail vacation shows the contrasts between two American cities and the nature that surrounds them. Spend a day wrapped in the rugged beauty of the Colorado Rockies while based in Denver, and then board Amtrak's...

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 Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail Only
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 Find inspiration in the in-between aboard Canyon Spirit, America's premier luxury train. Step aboard for a three-day trip that focuses on the journey, putting sightseeing at the forefront of the adventure. Depart from Salt Lake City, and enjoy delicious meals and expert commentary while traveling into the deserts and canyons of Moab. The scenery...

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Colorado Rail Experience
23/Jun
JillRoy
5 stars
“Sherry Moon did a fantastic job as did our driver, Jess. The whole trip was marvelous and far exceeded our expectations. We would definitely travel with Vacations by Rail in the future.
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Great Parks of the Southwest featuring the Grand Canyon
11/Jun
Harry Gregori
5 stars
“Great trip, staff and arrangements all excellent.
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Alaska Northern Lights & Aurora Train
10/Apr
CATHERINE WANT
5 stars
“It was a great trip. Especially loved driving the dog sled.
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta ft. California Zephyr
27 Oct 2025
Michael Mefferd Jr
5 stars
“This was our first vacation out west and we found it very enjoyable. The scenery was spectacular and the towns were interesting. I loved Santa Fe and would like to visit again. The tour manager, bus driver and all the people on the bus were very friendly. There were some...
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America's Treasures & Natural Wonders
18 Oct 2025
John McCarty
5 stars
“We loved our trip and really did see natural wonders! Our guide was helpful from the very beginning. He was knowledgeable, fun, and always available. All accommodations were great and we so enjoyed not having to worry about travel details. We would travel with Vacations by Rail again.
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America's Great National Parks
23 Sep 2025
Mary Cross
5 stars
“Our guide, Sherry Moon, made our trip amazing! She had so much info to go with all of our breathtaking stops. We saw so many things. They really packed a lot in for 13 days!
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Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure
2/Jun
Paul Crawford
4 stars
“Trip from Williams to the Grand Canyon was very nice.
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Glacier National Park Escape - Seattle Roundtrip
19 Sep 2025
JILL BAILEY
4 stars
“Way over priced. The service was great on the way. But r he train 2as delayed and it wasn't your fault but the women who served the meals was not nice
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