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Marvel at the Autumnal Colors on Our Most-Loved Vacations

Experience foliage in New England, Eastern Canada's stunning coast, and & beyond. These popular tours sell out every year - secure your spot today.

Conway Scenic Railroad
New England in the Fall
9 days$2,795 pp $2,495 pp
  • Admire America's best foliage scenes onboard heritage mountain railways
  • Discover Boston’s important landmarks on a guided walking tour of the “City by the Bay”
  • Enjoy a coach journey through the stunning White Mountains National Forest
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Mt Washington Cog Railway
Fall Colors of New England, Quebec & Montreal
10 days$4,295 pp $3,995 pp
  • Revel in the vibrant hues of autumn as you journey through New England and Eastern Canada
  • View foliage on scenic journeys aboard two historic Northeastern railroads
  • Venture to the "Top of Vermont", tour French Canada, and taste local maple syrup
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Door County
Great Lakes & Trains featuring the Grand Hotel
11 days$4,295 pp $3,995 pp
  • Experience the unbelievable beauty of Mackinac Island while staying at the Grand Hotel
  • Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on a ranger-led tour
  • Ride Algoma Railway through Agawa Canyon enjoying scenic views and walking amongst the waterfalls
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Experience America's Natural Beauty During Fall Foliage

Many regions of the United States experience a vibrant Fall Foliage season. New England is the most popular and we offer a plethora of ways to journey through the beautiful scenery. Beyond New England, there are many other incredible fall destinations like the Great Lakes, Smoky Mountains, and the Colorado Rockies.

Recommended Destinations: New England, The Great Lakes, Smoky Mountains, Colorado Rockies and more.

Ride Famous Trains: Cape Cod Central Railroad, the Conway Scenic Railroad, the Mt. Washington Cog Railway and the Essex Steam Train.

Explore with a Guide: Escorted tours are guided by a professional tour manager. When Should You Book a Fall Foliage Tour? Due to high demand and a short foliage season, Fall Foliage tours typically sell out early. We recommend booking early to secure your seat on your preferred date of travel.

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Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
Last Chance 2025
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Conway Scenic Railway
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4.3 stars(114 reviews)
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Kancamagus Highway
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Door County
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Mt Washington Cog Railway
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Smoky Mountain National Park
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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
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Fiery autumn foliage and captivating destinations make it easy to fall in love with the Eastern states and provinces of the United States and Canada on this memorable tour. Split your time between the two nations, admiring the ever-changing landscape as you travel by train along Canada's bustling Windsor Corridor and cruise the St. Lawrence and...

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Last Chance 2025
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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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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
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2025SepOct
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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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North America's East Coast is filled with unforgettable destinations - places that speak to the traditions brought by immigrants and cities where history was quite literally made. Port towns whose quaint sizes give way to massive culture sit aside breathtaking landscapes carved by the tides. Something new is always on the horizon, and this rail...

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Last Chance 2025
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Whether it is the sites of yesteryear, fall scenery, or iconic towns you seek, there is plenty to see on this New England journey. Your round-trip expedition begins in Boston, where you have time to see the sites both on your own and with a scheduled sightseeing tour. Moving into Maine, Portland and Bath await. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the...

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4.5 stars(91 reviews)
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The vibrant hues of autumn color the backdrop for this tour to some of New England's most historic and picturesque sites. This round-trip tour begins and ends in Boston, and in between, experience popular East Coast locations like coastal Kennebunkport and Portland in Maine, Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire, and Newport in Rhode Island. Delight...

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Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains: A region of scenic landscapes and iconic cities, and incredible sites that enrich the mind and the soul. During our time here, you will visit legendary sites, some of Tennessee and North Carolina's most beloved cities and one of the most grandiose homes in the country. Your journey begins in Music City, U.S...

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2026SepOct
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Seaside culture and beautiful views guide memorable autumn adventures in New England. Explore the history of Boston before traveling north to Maine aboard Amtrak's Downeaster to discover the allures of Portland, Kennebunkport and Bar Harbor, including Acadia National Park and the Maine Oyster Company. Crossing into the fall-kissed forests and...

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4.3 stars(92 reviews)
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Behold the brilliance of nature's seasonal finale in New England this fall. For 6 days, find yourself surrounded by sights of gold, rust and crimson as you travel through leaf-peeping hotspots in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont. Begin with time in Boston, where a guided tour acquaints you with the most historically significant sites of...

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Our customers love our Fall Foliage tours
Smoky Mountain Rail Adventure
19/May
Patrice Marie Carpenter
5 stars
“The trip was nice, but what made it excellent was the tour guide, Jeanean. She was informative, funny, and an all around wonderful person. She took time to be with all of us at some point. We did spend a lot of time on the coach, but...
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New England Autumn Foliage Express
05 Nov 2024
Melvin Mullet
5 stars
“A great time. Great tour guide. Great bus driver.
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Fall Colors of Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise
30 Oct 2024
Roy Olsen
5 stars
“The trip itinerary was excellent; however, there seemed to be a disconnect between Vacation by Rail and Holland America. We did not receive timely information from the cruise line regarding excursions. The only info was for add' l perks such as wi-fi, drink pkgs, etc. We had contacted...
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Fall Colors of New England, Quebec & Montreal
25 Oct 2024
Alan Wold
5 stars
“Loved the trip, Our guide Edgar was awesome. Driver Anna was great too.
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Great Lakes & Trains featuring the Grand Hotel
21 Oct 2024
Henry Leeke
5 stars
“The venue was amazing. What made it so memorable were the tour guide & bus driver.
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New England in a Nutshell
18 Oct 2024
Michael Deming
4 stars
“Not sharing pictures at this time. Good trip beautiful country.Tour guide was great. Some schedules were to tight. Amtrak ride was worthless. Can’t see the country at 70 mph. Bus rides were very good and driver was fantastic. Thanks Joe for great driving.
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Fall Colors of Eastern Canada Cruise & Rail
17 Oct 2024
Gerald
4 stars
“cruise ship with visiting ports were very good. many opportunities to explore and learn about history and culture. however, the train ride from Quebec to Montréal was very disappointing. over 80%of the trip was by flat farmlands, no decent views.
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New England Autumn Rails & Sails
16 Oct 2024
Martha Schuh
4 stars
“Most things were really special about this tour - our tour guide, the places we went, the boat rides, the bus rides - especially through the White Mountains. In fact the bus itself was wonderful in so many ways, and the bus driver was fantastic! I wish we had received...
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Fall Foliage Train Rides

Fall colors and fantastic destinations throughout the East Coast and beyond come to life on fall foliage train tours. The best way to experience nature's greatest event, these rail vacations cruise through a backdrop of gold, rust and crimson as scenic trains whisk travelers to some of the United States' premier destinations for leaf peeping. Admire the changing hues as you travel aboard heritage and Amtrak train lines and enjoy an up-close look at the scenery with coach tours and picturesque lake cruises.

Select from a variety of fall foliage trips that highlight colorful destinations through sightseeing tours and captivating excursions. Immerse yourself in the autumnal beauty of the Midwest in places like Northern Michigan, where guests enjoy the sights of Mackinac Island and iconic Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Door County, WI, famous for its spectacular Lake Michigan scenery and endless rural expanses. Escorted fall leaf tours may also take travelers to the stunning Smoky Mountains, stopping in beloved cities in both Tennessee and North Carolina. There are also packages that highlight New England in the fall, and these journeys include renowned regional destinations such as Mark Twain's childhood home, Mystic Seaport, Martha's Vineyard and Hyannis. New England fall foliage tours may include guided tours in cities like Boston or scenic bus tours along iconic byways, like the Kancamagus Highway. Some of the nation's most picturesque heritage railways are also found in New England, such as the Conway Scenic Railway in New Hampshire, which travels through the colorful peaks of the White Mountains.

Ranging from 6 to 11 days, Vacation By Rail's expertly crafted fall foliage tours present the endless beauty of America in autumn.

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