Train-Vacations

Train Vacations? have you ever been on a train? have you ever traveled farther than say a work commute on a train? prior to the commercialization of the automobile, train travel was an everyday occurrence.

Train Travel today, is unlike it has ever been in the history of train travel. Here in the United States you can travel from California to New York in six days. What about traveling overseas? Have you ever thought of traveling to say, London, Paris, Rome? what about Spring Time in the Alps? The list is endless....

Maybe your not ready for Europe, that's okay! there are still endless choices right here in the United States and Canada! How about a Coast to Coast Experience? travel from say, San Fransisco to New York! One Day your dinning at Fisherman's Wharf, 6 days later, your having dinner at 21?

Whatever your budget, there is a Train-Vacation for you out there!

Why take a Train Vacation?

It takes the stress out of driving, no need to stop for potty breaks? (yes, I went there) or what about getting lost? and all the time you spend arguing with your husband? (yes, went there too!).

In the United States:

The train vacation options are limitless. From custom rail adventures on scenic trains to escorted rail tours that take you to scenic and historical railways, an adventure is around every bend.

Vacations Using Amtrack:

Travel by train to some of the most popular destinations in America and experience historic routes. Chicago to Seattle on the Empire Builder, Los Angeles to San Fransisco on the Coast Starlight or New york to Washington on the America's only high speed train, The Acela Express, or the Rocky Mountain onboard the legendary California Zephyr: weekend getaways or month long adventures, its up to you.

Independent Train Tours in the United States:

Looking for ideas for a train travel vacation, the United States independent rail tour maybe for you. These exciting itineraries give you the flexibility of traveling on your own, but provide a just little bit of structure. These rail vacations can be customized to suit your taste or take the train vacation just as it is designed.

Escorted Train Tours in the United States:

From the Scenic Trains of Colorado to the Historic Grand Canyon Railway or narrow gauge railways during the New England Rails & Sails, escorted rail tours take you to where the road ends and the rails begin. Escorted Rail Tours include hotels, meals and rail experiences that you will talk about for years to come.

Luxury Train Tours:

Relive the Golden Age of Rail in comfort and style. When you think Luxury Rail Tours in the United States, you can only think about the American Orient Express. Onboard restored Vintage Pullman train carriages, you are treated to the Luxury and History only few have a pleasure to experience. The American Orient Express takes you to America's National Park Treasures, the Antebellum South or from coast to coast, Washington, DC to Los Angeles on a trans continental journey of a lifetime.

Europe Rail Vacations:

Ultra sleek high-speed electric trains glide on welded rails, luxury railways travel historic routes and cog trains lumber up mountain peaks… in Europe, traveling by train will amaze and inspire. From medieval castles, snow-covered Alps and ancient ruins to coastal towns of the Mediterranean, Europe's extensive rail network takes you to romantic and historic cities and towns across the continent.

Vacations by Rail selection of Escorted Train Tours, Luxury Rail Journeys, European Rail Passes and Point to Point train tickets gives the widest variety of train vacations to the most popular and "off the beaten path" European destinations all by the most memorable and exciting way imaginable!

Escorted Europe Train Tours:

Travel through stunning scenery on board high-speed trains such as France's TGV, Germany's ICE and Eurostar between London and the Continent by way of the Channel Tunnel. Fully escorted by professional tour managers makes these rail tours educational and simply spectacular.

Luxury Europe Train Tours:

The Orient Express, the Trans-Siberian Express, Royal Scotsman and the Danube Express trace historic routes by way of resorted vintage rail carriages and modern rail cars.

European Rail Pass and Train Tickets:

Create your own European adventure with Vacations by Rail large selection of European Rail Pass and Train Tickets. Experience Europe at your own pace and on your own terms.

Scenic Day Trains – Travel by Train on Europe's most spectacular Scenic Day Trains. Sit back and gaze at the peaks of the Alps or count the castles as you travel through some of the most amazing train routes in the World.

Train Tours and Vacations in Canada:

It has been said that the most spectacular North American Rail Journeys are in Canada. And it's true, the excitement and scenery are spectacular when train traveling across Canada on VIA Rail or the Rocky Mountaineer. Vacations By Rail offers a variety of Canadian train tour vacations.

Canadian Independent Train Tours:

Train travel across Canada and stay in pre-screened hotels in the most popular destinations in Canada. From Toronto to Vancouver, Banff, Jasper, Quebec City and Kamloops, an independent rail tour sets the stage for adventure, but gives you the freedom and flexibility of traveling on your own.

Rocky Mountaineer Train Tours:

Unique year round vacation packages exploring the most scenic regions of Canada. We invite you to travel through the Canadian Rockies on the world acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer rail journey. Also experience the Whistler Mountaineer - a train experience, like never before!

Canadian Luxury Train Tours:

See Canada by Luxury Rail and you will experience what some have recognized as the Canadian "Orient Express." Travel aboard the famous Royal Canadian Pacific and sleep in comparts that once were used by kings and queens and see the true meaning of luxury rail.

Canadian Steam Train:

The Canadian Rockies Rail experience by steam train takes you back in time through the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Experience spectacular scenery on this seven day adventure as you travel from the Prairies through the magnificent Rockies. Pass the British Columbian Lake and move through the Thompson River and Fraser River Canyons.

Combination Train Tours in Canada: Combination train tours in Canada combine two or more great Canadian trains. Combine the Rocky Mountaineer "daylight" sightseeing train and VIA Rail's the Canadian for the ultimate rail experience in Canada.

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