The Top Three Most Scenic Amtrak Trains
Jun 26, 2020 · By Vacations By Rail
Aboard comfortable overnight trains, seek out the beauty of America’s metropolises and wild expanses on one of the top three most scenic Amtrak routes.
Read more2022 Tour code: TU-EBEW-22
About the tour
If it is the experience of a lifetime you seek, look no further than a scenic tour through the country aboard the legendary tracks of the Empire Builder. Totaling over 2,200 miles in length, this journey shows us glimpses of seven of the northern-most states and the beautiful Pacific Coast. The expedition begins in the heart of the Midwest - Chicago - with a day full of exploration at will. See Navy Pier, or walk along the Magnificent Mile for top-notch shopping. The next morning, board the Empire Builder at Chicago's Union Station and enjoy the train's vast amenities as the journey commences. From the Mississippi River to the Bear Paw Mountains and Glacier National Park, the scenery is unbeatable; take it all in from the train's glass-enclosed Sightseer Lounge. We arrive in Seattle after two days of train travel and enjoy a full day of independent sightseeing through the city's most famous sites. After an overnight in the heart of Downtown Seattle, your tour comes to a close.
This vacation is available from Seattle to Chicago, based on your travel preference.
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Begin the Empire Builder experience with an independent arrival into Chicago. Check-in to your downtown hotel and spend the day exploring all Chicago has to offer. From Navy Pier and the spectacular lakefront to Magnificent Mile shopping, world-class parks and museums, you will wish you had a few more days. Overnight Chicago.
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4.6 / 5 · 9 reviews
Melinda C., Greenbrier, AR
Submitted 28 Sep 2021
We had no idea what to expect and we're happily surprised at the ease and enjoyment of our trip. I haven't had a vacation that relaxing in a long time.
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Leslie A, Myerstown, PA
Submitted 19 Dec 2018
We loved being able to sit back, relax and watch the world go by. My husband and I were both able to enjoy the scenery. The Swift Current Boat trip wasn't so exciting but probably worth taking.
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Susan D, Beaufort, SC
Submitted 17 Dec 2018
We were pleasantly surprised at the whole train experience with Empire Builder. The bedroom was more than spacious during the day, though a bit tight at night (but cozy). We found the food far exceeded our expectations and the staff very friendly and entertaining. Our room in the Palmer House in Chicago was marginal, but the room at the Westin in Seattle was quite 'over the top' with a prime view of the city. All in all we found the Amtrak experience wonderful, in comparison to our many travels by train in Europe.
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Gayle G, Bel Air, MD
Submitted 07 Dec 2018
Our trip on the Empire Builder was a 60th birthday present for my train loving husband and we had a great time. met many interesting people in the Observation Car as we traveled along the rails. The hotel selections were especially excellent, and even with our early morning arrivals at both hotels, we were readily accommodated with a very nice room immediately upon arrival. Thank you! We will definitely travel with you again!
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Robert K., Atlanta, GA
Submitted 26 Apr 2018
The roomette was very good, the staff on the train was excellent, the food exceeded all expectations and the scenery was amazing! We met many great people along the way and the trains ran on time!
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Thomas S, Alden, NY
Submitted 06 Feb 2018
We enjoyed the experience of traveling by train. It was the first time we had traveled for more than a few hours this way.
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