Top 5 Steam Train Rides in the USA
Sep 30, 2021 · By Vacations By Rail
Steam train travel back in time, giving passengers a sense of what it was like to travel when these routes were first built.
Read more2022 Tour code: MW-SMAA-22
About the tour
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.A - Nashville, TN - where incredible musical history comes to life. Moving onto Chattanooga, enjoy time in the city and out in the vast wilderness, as you embark on the first of several steam train rides throughout the mountainous landscape. From Chattanooga, Pigeon Forge awaits your exploration. Your days here are spent surrounded by the beauty of nature, with a steam train ride along the Tuckasegee River and a half-day tour through Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The tour presses on as you arrive in Asheville, NC. With a tour of the Biltmore Estate and free time to peruse the shops, art galleries and unique eateries throughout the town, your tour is sure to end with just as much excitement as it began.
Highlights
Activity level Light and Easy
You enjoy a perfect harmony between light and no activity. You’re okay with some walking and don’t mind strolls through cities or being on your feet for a few hours, perhaps on uneven pavement or cobblestones.
What’s included
Itinerary
Arrive in Nashville and transfer independently to your hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free to get acquainted with this vibrant city. Overnight Nashville, TN.
Additional information
Hotels
SpringHill Suites Nashville Downtown/Convention Center
Trains
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Reviews
4.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Michael K., Loveland, CO
Submitted 07 Dec 2017
Very much enjoyed this trip. Outstanding tour director and driver. Guides also enjoyable.
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Charles M., Easley, SC
Submitted 03 Nov 2017
Vacations By Rail is a great opportunity to have opportunities to enjoy travel that draws people together. ?The interaction among passengers and staff was great.
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