Capture the essence of this magnificent country through the breathtaking scenery to cultural and historical highlights.
Our train tours capture the essence of this magnificent country as they take you through breathtaking scenery to cultural and historical highlights. Exploring the USA by rail is not only one of the most environmentally friendly means of travel, but they also allow you to witness the most awe-inspiring sights that America has to offer. During a rail tour of the USA you can experience the immensity of Arizona's Grand Canyon which contrasts against the exuberance and vivacity of California's fashionable Los Angeles. You may prefer the Bohemian ambience of cool San Francisco which is home to precipitous snaking streets and the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. Fisherman's Wharf is a bustling yet relaxed part of the city and you will find many entertaining street performers as well as numerous cafés, shops and restaurants where you can savour delicious fresh seafood.
For nature lovers Yosemite National Park is a vast wilderness and is home to mighty waterfalls, picturesque lakes, granite cliffs and giant redwood trees, and if you are fortunate enough you may spot one of the great black bears. Yosemite has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its natural outstanding beauty which makes it just one of the highlights on USA rail tours.
Celebrate the long history of great American music on this fascinating tour across the Deep South - from Nashville, home of Country, to the Blues, Soul and Rock 'n' Roll of Memphis and the jazz of New Orleans.
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Explore the USA from New York to San Francisco, on a 15-day Stateside adventure by rail. Travel on iconic Amtrak trains and visit incredible American cities en-route, from bustling Washington D.C. to Chicago, Denver and Salt Lake City, for a comprehensive tour of the United States. This tour is operated by our sister company Great Rail Journeys.
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Discover the almost indescribable beauty of New England in the Fall season. Explore the historic wonder of Falmoth and Martha's Vineyard, enjoying both heritage and Amtrak rail journeys along the way.
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Explore the most captivating parts of America's West Coast on this exciting tour that takes you from bohemian San Francisco to iconic Los Angeles, by way of the sights and sounds of fabulous Las Vegas.
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Not only do our tours take you to fabulous destinations but they also guide you through remarkable vistas which you can enjoy from the comfort of your carriage. Visiting the USA by rail ensures that you can admire the splendid scenery as it unfolds before the train's panoramic windows. Sink back into spacious seats, savour a glass of chilled wine and let us do the legwork. Throughout your USA rail holiday you will be escorted by a friendly and experienced Tour Manager who will happily assist you when needed, however if you prefer to travel more independently they will remain in the background.
To make your experience even more enjoyable we have included flights, rail and coach travel, excursions, hotel accommodation, transfers and the services of a Tour Manager all within the overall price of your holiday. Once you have selected and booked your holiday we guarantee that there will not be any additional hidden costs added to the price of your tour. Browse through our rail tours to the USA and take a look at the itineraries to see the superb locations that we visit. You can book your holiday either online or over the telephone and one of our helpful Tour Advisors will answer any questions that you may have about travelling to the USA by rail.
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By Katie Shaw
8 April 2019
Iconic rail journeys, authentic cowboy ranches, hungry gators and energetic cities: it’s the final instalment of Tony Robinson’s worldwide rail adventure, and he’s in the grand old USA
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By Jack Stacey
17 October 2018
The world is a fairly mind-boggling place. There is so much going on that only makes sense to us humans because we're used to it, and so much more that goes beyond our understanding and bedazzles, bemuses and fascinates us every day.
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By Jack Stacey
19 September 2018
Y'argh avast ye! Get yer scallies wagged, yer timbers shivered an' yer hatches battened down - today be International Talk Like a Pirate Day!
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By Lorna Heatley
9 August 2018
It’s a favourite question in pub quizzes. Who were the first people to colonise North America?
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I loved every minute of it tour guide Chris was very helpful, he even rang me before departure for a chat and helped me book tickets for the Grand Ole Oprey. Al our driver was very helpful thoughout the trip, any questions about the deep south ask Al. The tour bus had seen better days but the air con worked and that's what mattered most. I personally would have preferred to say in down town Nashville instead of Opry land. All the regional, tour guides were very good . Loved Chattanooga, loved Nashville, loved Memphis and Gracelands tour, riding on the City of New Orleans was something else, just one more thing ticked off my bucket list that Steve Goodman song was in my head all day long, brilliant. We arrived in New Orleans on a Saturday and i was full of Stag and Hen parties it made Benidorm look good but the crac on Bourbon St was electric I wouldn't have missed it for the world I believe that it was your company's first adventure in the deep south, well in my opinion it was a brilliant success if anything UNDER priced. Thanks for a great trip, I'd do it all again to morrow