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Colonial history buffs and fans of the renowned culture, attractions, and amenities offered by four storied eastern cities will want to jump onboard this rail journey. Start in Boston, site of the Freedom Trail. Then onto New York City. Explore the Big Apple on a Hop On/ Hop Off tour and an elegant dinner. Next stop Philadelphia, home of Independence Hall. Enjoy a CityPass before heading to Washington, D.C. Retrace US heritage, and renew your appreciation for a few of the cities where it all began.

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Highlights

  • Explore Boston and Washington, DC, aboard a trolley tour
  • Tour New York City’s downtown with a 1-day sightseeing pass
  • Explore some of the best attractions in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia with your CityPASS
  • Visit Washington, DC’s Crime Museum – their best and newest attraction

 

Package Also Includes:

  • One-way Amtrak® from Boston to New York City; New York City to Philadelphia; Philadelphia to Washington, DC, in Coach accommodations
  • 9 nights’ hotel accommodations
  • 2 meals included (2 dinners)
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*Sample price does not include transportation to Boston to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.

DAY 1 YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN BOSTON

Welcome to Boston! Today use your CityPASS to take in some of the sights of Boston and get into the “Beantown” spirit. With your CityPASS, you will have admission to some of Boston’s most popular attractions like the New England Aquarium, the Museum of Science and the Skywalk Observatory to name a few. (Overnight in Boston)

 

DAY 2 BOSTON

Find out why Boston is known as the “Cradle of Liberty” on a trolley tour of this historic city. See ancient burial grounds, national historic landscapes like the Old North Church and the site of the Boston Massacre. (Overnight in Boston)

 

DAY 3 BOSTON TO NEW YORK CITY

Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to New York City. In your free time today, you get to choose your favorite part of the city that never sleeps. (Overnight in New York City)

 

DAY 4 NEW YORK CITY

Experience firsthand what the excitement of the Big Apple is all about with a 1-day sightseeing tour on a hop-on / hop-off bus! Use your CityPASS to visit some of New York City’s must-see attractions like the Empire State Building, the American Museum of Natural History, the Museum of Modern Art and more! (Overnight in New York City)

 

DAY 5 NEW YORK CITY

In your free time today you may choose to visit Times Square, Rockefeller Center and Carnegie Hall. Then head to the top of the world for your included dinner at New York City’s only revolving rooftop restaurant—The View. (Overnight in New York City)  D

 

DAY 6 NEW YORK CITY TO PHILADELPHIA

Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to Philadelphia. In your free time, why not try a famous Philly cheesesteak for lunch and find out for yourself what all the talk is about! (Overnight in Philadelphia)

 

DAY 7 PHILADELPHIA

Use your CityPASS to visit six of the city’s best attractions including the Franklin Institute, the Adventure Aquarium, the Philadelphia Zoo and more! (Overnight in Philadelphia)

 

DAY 8 PHILADELPHIA TO WASHINGTON, DC

Transfer on your own and board Amtrak® to Washington, DC. This evening, your dinner is included at a popular Washington, DC, restaurant.  (Overnight in Washington, DC)  D

 

DAY 9 WASHINGTON, DC

Rediscover our nation’s history with a tour of the United States capital aboard a hop-on / hop-off trolley ride where you’ll visit the Jefferson Memorial, the National Cathedral and the Smithsonian. You will also have admission to the infamous Crime Museum. (Overnight in Washington, DC)

 

DAY 10 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN WASHINGTON, DC

 

LEGEND FOR MEALS:  B – Breakfast, BR – Brunch, L – Lunch, D - Dinner

 

*Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included.  Package prices are subject to change without notice, and all reservations are based upon availability at the time of booking. Prices do not reflect the Early Booking Discount (EBD) where you can save up to $300 per couple.  Amtrak® travel is for Coach accommodations unless otherwise noted.  Other restrictions may apply. Activities referenced in trip itinerary during free time are for suggested purposes only and are not included.

Map of American Heritage rail trip Click to Zoom The Map
Not Included:

*Sample price does not include transportation to Boston to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.

Map of American Heritage rail vacation Click to Zoom The Map
Not Included:

*Sample price does not include transportation to Boston to start your rail journey. Price may vary based on availability.

Sleeping & Seating

Sleeping Accommodations

Amtrak trains traveling on long-distance routes typically use either two-level Superliner or one-level Viewliner train car equipment, each of which include bedrooms arranged in various configurations and private and public bathrooms and showers.

Superliner

To learn more about Superliner room amenities and to view room schematics and QuickTime Virtual Tours, click on the links associated with each bedroom type below. Or launch the 3D tour to interactively explore the rooms in greater detail.

 

Superliner 3D Tour

 

Viewliner

To learn more about Viewliner room amenities and to view room schematics and QuickTime Virtual Tours, click on the links associated with each bedroom type below. Or launch the 3D tour to interactively explore the rooms in greater detail.


Viewliner 3D Tour

 

Seating Accommodations

The availability of these options varies depending on your route and the kind of train equipment in use.

Coach Class

Coach class seats are available on all Amtrak trains except Acela Express trains.

On most long-distance trains, we provide extra-spacious Coach Class seating with leg rests designed to enhance your comfort for long or overnight trips.