5 Trips That Celebrate Train Travel for Rail Week
There’s something timeless and magical about train travel. Whether it’s watching the landscape transform outside your window, relaxing in spacious comfort, or arriving right in the heart of a new city, traveling by rail turns the journey into part of the adventure. During Rail Week, we’re celebrating everything that makes this mode of travel so special—from scenic routes and legendary locomotives to the freedom of seeing the world without the stress of airports or highways.
To mark the occasion, we’ve rounded up five unforgettable rail vacations that showcase just how incredible a train journey can be. From dramatic mountain passes to coastal panoramas and everything in between, these trips highlight the diversity, beauty, and convenience of discovering the world by rail. All aboard for inspiration!
Grand National Parks with Grand Canyon, Yosemite and Glacier National Park
Celebrate Rail Week by exploring some of America’s most iconic landscapes. Visit the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Yosemite’s towering granite cliffs, and Glacier National Park’s rugged beauty—all connected by scenic Amtrak routes. It’s the ultimate adventure for nature lovers who want to experience the grandeur of the great outdoors by rail.
Yellowstone to Yosemite by Rail: Teddy Roosevelt Trail
For Rail Week, take the tracks less traveled with this celebrated journey. Follow in the footsteps of Teddy Roosevelt as you visit two of America’s most celebrated national parks, all while traveling in comfort and style. This rail adventure blends history, wildlife, and spectacular scenery for a true American experience.
Northern Rail Experience
What better way to mark Rail Week than with a coast-to-coast rail adventure on the Northern Rail Experience. Travel across the northern United States from Chicago to Seattle, passing through the Great Plains, majestic mountains, and lush forests. This journey is a must for those who want to see America’s vast and varied landscapes from the comfort of the rails.
New Orleans Ultimate Getaway (Roundtrip from Chicago)
Rail Week is the perfect time to enjoy a soulful getaway to New Orleans with this roundtrip rail package from Chicago. Ride Amtrak’s famed City of New Orleans train and arrive ready to explore the vibrant music scene, incredible food, and rich culture of the Big Easy. It’s a lively and memorable escape.
Boston, New York, and Washington, DC
Celebrate Rail Week by experiencing three of America’s most iconic cities on one easy rail journey. From Boston’s historic streets to New York’s electric energy and Washington, DC’s monumental landmarks, this trip connects you to the best of the East Coast. Fast, convenient train travel makes city-hopping effortless and fun, and we’ve taken care of selecting hotels and sightseeing to complete your vacation.
These are just five of the hundreds of rail journeys that Amtrak Vacations can offer – celebrate Rail Week with us and book your dream vacation today!