Independent Tours

Embark on an independent tour by train and get set for adventure! Set your own pace as you follow a well-crafted itinerary to popular destinations throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Blaze a trail of discovery on heritage and history tours. Uncover North America’s natural wonders with national parks vacations.  Revel in the romance of Europe’s capital cities.

Each independent rail tour features travel along legendary train routes, comprehensive sightseeing and ample time at leisure. Choose from an extensive selection of regional tours, cross-country rail vacations, rail-drive getaways, and rail-cruise packages.

Independent Rail Travel

Beautiful Banff Rail & Drive - Vancouver to Calgary 6 days from $2755

Discover the Canadian Rockies by rail and car. Enjoy two days aboard the scenic Rocky Mountaineer, combined with the freedom to discover spectacular Banff National Park at your leisure by rental car.

Canadian Rockies by Rail 7 days from $1950

Take in the beauty of the Canadian Rockies on this 7 day journey through the majestic scenery and sights spanning two provinces.

Glacier National Park & Chicago 7 days from $1783

"The Crown of the Continent" awaits you on this 7-day rail adventure to Glacier National Park.

Glacier National Park Escape-Seattle Roundtrip 5 days from $1395

Travel roundtrip from Seattle to the Crown of the Continent on this 5-day train escape.

Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure 6 days from $995

Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World on this exciting rail adventure.

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland 11 days from $2330

Travel through Switzerland via train and take in its spectacular countryside while staying in beautiful Swiss towns along the way.

A Taste of Quebec 6 days from $2756

Explore the best of French Canada on this luxurious 6-day vacation.

Across Canada By Train 14 days from $3765

Travel across eight Canadian provinces on four exciting trains to create the ultimate Canadian rail adventure!

America Coast to Coast with Glacier National Park 14 days from $3100

From the Emerald City to New York City, this 14-day rail vacation.

America Coast to Coast with Grand Canyon 14 days from $2635

From New York City to the Grand Canyon, see the best of the U.S. by train!

Banff & Jasper - Winter Magic 9 days from $2585

Explore the Canadian winter wonderlands of Banff and Jasper through nature hikes and guided tours that provide great views of wilderness and wildlife.

Best of the Rockies 8 days from $3897

Marvel at the wonders of the Canadian landscape on this 8-day rail tour, which both begins and ends in Vancouver.

Bountiful Nature & Glamorous Swiss Cities by Rail 9 days from $4435

Enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the Swiss countryside by train on this journey through the breath-taking varieties of landscape, beautiful cities and everything in between.

California Zephyr & Alaska Cruise 15 days from $3945

From Lake Michigan to the Golden Gate Bridge to Glacier Bay, this rail-cruise adventure is one of a kind.

California Zephyr & Hawaii Cruise 19 days from $3898

Say “aloha!” as you set sail on a 19-day rail-cruise adventure!

California Zephyr & Mexican Riviera Cruise 14 days from $2445

Cross the mountains and deserts of the great American West by rail and see vibrant Mexico by sea. The weather couldn’t be better on this rail-cruise adventure!

California Zephyr Experience 5 days from $825

Long considered one of the most scenic routes in the United States, the California Zephyr takes you from the beautiful city of Chicago to the City by the Bay, San Francisco, by way of the spectacular Rockies and Sierras.

California Zephyr with Yellowstone National Park 8 days from $2093

More than 2,000 acres of geysers, hot springs, and lava formations await you in Yellowstone, the world's first national park established in 1872.

California Zephyr with Yosemite National Park - Chicago to San Francisco 8 days from $1655

Explore both big city culture and grand natural wonders with this trip that takes you from Chicago to San Francisco, traversing through the Rockies and Sierra Mountains, topping off with a visit to beautiful Yosemite National Park.

Canada Coast to Coast 17 days from $7219

Immerse yourself in beauty of nature, the excitement of the city and everything in between as you make your way through the scenic Canadian landscape.

Canada’s Rockies & Alaska Cruise 16 days from $3626

Take on the world by land and sea, as you transverse the very best of the Canadian Rockies by train and board a luxury cruise liner for a cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage.

Canadian Rockies Grand Getaway 10 days from $11384

Travel in style through the Canadian West as you visit the area's highlights via private tours and relax in upscale accommodations.

Canadian Rockies Rail Journey 7 days from $2837

On this seven-day Canadian Rockies Rail Journey, you'll capture views of mountains and valleys only accessible by train, visit the stunning Lake Louise, and explore the city life of Vancouver and Calgary. This vacation is also available from Calgary to Vancouver based on your travel preference.

Canadian Snow Train 7 days from $2082

Travel across Canada, wind through the Rockies, and explore cosmopolitan cities on this winter journey that takes you through five provinces.

Canadian Snow Train with Jasper 10 days from $2862

Take a cross-country trip to enjoy views of the stunning Canadian landscape—including mountains, lakes, and wildlife—only available by train.