Freedom and Flexibility
Customise your rail holiday by choosing your departure day, adding sleeping accommodations on the train, extra nights in your destination, tours and activities, meals and dining, and more.
Why choose Amtrak Vacations?
Getting there is half the fun! With more ways to relax on your journey – including plenty of legroom, spectacular views, and unique dining experiences – your state of mind will transform during an Amtrak Vacations holiday, just like the land you’re passing through. Read on to discover just some of the many benefits of choosing to travel with Amtrak Vacations.
Hassle-Free
Sit back, relax and let our rail holiday specialists do all the planning for you, including scheduling train routing and ticketing, hotel accommodations, and tours and activities in your destinations up to 24 months in advance.
City to City Service
Amtrak Vacations brings you right to the heart of your destination, whether it’s a top national park or major city, so you can maximise your time.
Something for Everyone
Whether you want to see the national parks, travel roundtrip to your favourite city, or travel one way before or after a cruise, we can create the perfect rail itinerary for you.
The Amtrak Vacations Experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a specific rail vacation that you offer in reverse order?
Yes! On most of our vacations, we also offer a reverse version. Please call and speak with one of our Rail Vacation Specialists for reverse options.
Can I fly to the first city then pick up my rail vacation and then fly home from a different city?
Yes, absolutely! You can take the Amtrak train one way and then fly home from a different city. This option is very popular with our Independent Rail Vacations and our Rail and Sail Vacations.
What options are available to customise my rail holiday?
Create the perfect train holiday designed exclusively for you, by you! It’s easy with our customisation options. Decide where you want to go, which routes to take, how long to stay, and what you want to see and do. Use our convenient online booking tool for city getaways or call our friendly rail holiday specialists for all other types of trips! Here’s how it works...
Start from any of the 500+ Amtrak stations across the United States
Regardless of where you want to go, you have the option of starting your journey from any of the over 500+ Amtrak train stations in 46 states across the country.
Choose a First Class private sleeping room onboard the train
If your journey involves overnight travel on the train, you may wish to upgrade to a First Class Roomette or Bedroom in an Amtrak Sleeping Car for the optimal onboard experience. Simply indicate which option when booking.
Add extra nights or add a city getaway
Choose your preferred length of stay in any of the hundreds of destinations we offer, even for multi-destination trips, for personalisation and freedom within any itinerary. It’s easy to add extra nights, activities, and more.
Handpick your accommodations, activities, tours, and dining
In your chosen destinations, you’ll have the opportunity to book a variety of options and add-ons like a rental car, sightseeing tours, special attractions, or dining experiences at local, popular restaurants.
Combine itineraries or create your own
You may wish to combine two or more itineraries to maximise the sights you’ll see, the onboard adventures you’ll have, and the memories you’ll make. Or even take any of our holidays in reverse. The options are endless!
Most Popular Rail Holidays
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