USA Train Vacations

America’s rolling prairies, plains, and towering mountain peaks paint the picturesque backdrop for a USA train tour. Add to that landscape bustling metropolises, expansive national parks, and acclaimed historic sites and attractions, and it’s easy to see why the United States is a perfect destination for a train trip.

The beauty of a rail travel is it begins the moment you step aboard the train. Settle into your cozy onboard accommodations and leave the driving to someone else as you travel deep into unspoiled natural beauty. Admire the passing scenery from your seat or the train’s observation lounge. Enjoy a hot meal in the dining car or the café, read a book, or listen to music as the train crisscrosses the country. While many of our independent train tours and escorted train tours include overnight travel aboard an iconic long-distance train, there is a great selection that solely feature excursions aboard day trains that are just as historic including vintage trains like the Grand Canyon Railway as well as scenic tourist trains like Colorado’s Durango & Silverton and New England’s Cape Cod Central Railroad.

Each train vacation incorporates an iconic train journey into a well-planned itinerary that also includes visits to popular destinations, comprehensive sightseeing, and more. Choose from train trips in Alaska, popular Coast to Coast train vacations, fall foliage tours, or visits to America’s national parks by train. With more than 100 vacations in the United States alone, you’re sure to find the perfect itinerary.

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Train Tours in the United States

Alaska the Greatland - 2019 9 days from $3725

The great wilderness of Alaska beckons on this exciting tour, which features mighty fjords, stunning National Parks and authentic Alaskan experiences.

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta by Rail 9 days from $2499

Join visitors from around the world at the 47th annual International Balloon Fiesta, where hundreds of brightly colored hot air balloons are launched into the Albuquerque sky and the whole town is abuzz with excitement and festivities. You’ll also visit the incredible Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, ride the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, and tour historic Santa Fe.

America’s Great National Parks 14 days from $3749

Tour Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks - five of America's most awe-inspiring sites - on this two-week roundtrip journey.

America’s Treasures & Natural Wonders 14 days from $3495

Explore the most stunning spots in America's west with this 14-day tour of national parks that highlight the country's magnificent natural wonders.

Autumn Tour in New England 8 days from $2079

Let the brilliant hues of autumn and the stunning scenery of the northeastern coastline capture your soul on this trip through New England.

Beauty of America’s West featuring Lake Tahoe 13 days from $3449

From some of the best cities on the West Coast to stunning national parks, America’s beautiful West awaits on this amazing journey.

Big Sky Country & the National Parks 11 days from $2969

Your 11-day adventure through Big Sky Country includes the best of the Old West with visits to Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park, Big Sky Country, Yellowstone National Park, and Glacier National Park.

California Zephyr Private Rail Car Experience 3 days from $1395

Travel America’s iconic long-distance rail routes aboard two privately-owned vintage California Zephyr Silver Fleet rail cars, the Silver Rapids and the Silver Solarium, on an epic farewell itinerary to Seattle, Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Colorado Rail Adventure 8 days from $2195

Quite possibly the most "classic" train tour is this in-depth exploration of the Colorado Rockies aboard both standard and narrow gauge railways to summits of more than 14,000 feet.

Fall Colors of New England, Quebec & Montreal 11 days from $2899

Scenic rail excursions, superb hotels, and vibrant autumn foliage are the hallmarks of this 11-day escorted tour through the fall colors in New England and French Canada.