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If you don’t find the information you are looking for, feel free to contact us and one of our Rail Vacation Specialists will be in touch shortly to assist you!
We offer three (3) ways to book a vacation package with Amtrak Vacations:
1 – Call Amtrak Vacations at 1-800-AMTRAK-2 (800-268-7252) and speak with a friendly and knowledgeable Rail Vacation Specialist.
2 – Book online at www.amtrakvacations.com. Navigate to the vacation package page you wish to book, click on the “Dates & Rates” tab, select your travel dates and enter your contact details.
3 – Visit or call your local travel agent.
Yes, absolutely. You can begin or end your vacation at any of the over 500 Amtrak Stations. SEE ALL STATIONS
Yes, sightseeing is included on all our vacation packages. Details are listed within the vacation package page on our website, on the “Package Details” and “Itinerary” tabs.
There are several different rail vacation types to choose from, depending on your travel needs:
National Parks – America’s national parks are truly amazing sights to behold, and taking the train is the perfect way to get up close and personal with these national treasures. Some of the most scenic train routes travel to and through the national parks, providing unprecedented access to views not reachable by car. We are also able to schedule hotel accommodations inside the park, and special tours and activities to help make your national park train vacation an experience you’ll never forget.
Rail Experiences – Rail Experiences are all about the journey – and the destination! Be amazed by the spirit of America when you travel along iconic Amtrak train routes to some of the country’s most popular destinations. Learn more about traveling by train and get the full experience of riding the rails with these packages, many of which include overnights onboard.
Independent Rail Journeys – Relax on a multi-destination rail vacation that lets you experience North America’s gorgeous scenery from the comfort of the train. We organize your train travel, hotel accommodations, activities, dining options, and more, while you get to set your own schedule and take it all in at your own pace.
Rail Getaways – These 2-4 day, single-city getaways combine your travel needs into a simple vacation package. Inclusive of hotel accommodations, sightseeing, and entertainment, these flexible getaways let you explore at your own pace without the hassle of planning the details.
Roundtrip Vacations – Start and finish your rail journey in the same place with a return trip by rail, adding convenience to your journey and doubling the sights you’ll see along the way! Travel round trip from any Amtrak station, with many packages built to include roundtrip rail pricing.
Customizable Rail Vacations – With so many options to choose from, you can customize our trips to create your very own dream vacation. Mix and match destinations, hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours and much more to fit your own personal travel style.
Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/or hotel nights to most existing rail vacation packages we offer. There are a couple ways to do this.
Yes! On most of our vacation packages we also offer a reverse version. Please call and speak with one of our Rail Vacation Specialists for reverse options.
Amtrak trains traveling on long-distance routes typically use either two-level Superliner or one-level Viewliner trains. Both types of trains include rooms arranged in various configurations as well as private and public bathrooms and showers.
A Roomette is designed for one or two passengers, with comfortable reclining seats on either side of a sweeping picture window. At night, the seats convert to a bed and an upper berth is lowered down from the ceiling. There are several sinks, toilets and showers shared between yourself and the other passengers booking Roomettes aboard the train.
A Bedroom is ideal for two passengers. The bedroom offers a private, self-enclosed toilet and shower in the cabin. Like the Roomette, the Bedroom offers comfortable reclining seats on either side of a panoramic picture window. At night, the seats convert to a bed, and an upper berth with its own picture window folds out from the upper wall.
Yes, all meals are included with the purchase of sleeping accommodations aboard the train as well as several other perks including: A picture window, showers and toilets, electrical outlets, climate control, individual reading lights, garment rack, fold-down table, fresh towels and bed linens, personal service (turn-down, coffee, make-up bed), and bottled water.
Yes, absolutely! You can take the Amtrak train one way and then fly home from a different city. This is option very popular with our Independent Rail Vacations and our Rail and Sail Vacation packages.
Yes, travel protection is something that we offer and strongly suggest for all travelers. Our Travel Protection Option allows you to cancel your Amtrak Vacations agreements for any reason up until the day of your departure. You will receive a full value refund minus the Trip Protection’s cost in the form of cash and a future travel voucher that can be used on any Amtrak Vacations trip booked within one year of the date of cancellation.
We can provide special menu selections on most trains with 72-hour advance notice. We require 24-hour advance notice for Acela Express First Class service. You do not need to provide advance notice for vegetarian meals.
The recommended arrival time for each station varies, but plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. If you need help with baggage, tickets or any other services, or if you are departing from a large or busy station, we recommend you arrive at the station even earlier. To confirm your train will be arriving on time, please call 1-800-USA-RAIL.
Yes, most trains offer one or more dining options ranging from casual dining to full sit-down meals. Roomette and Bedroom accommodations INCLUDE all meals on the trains (gratuities are not included).
In general, each passenger is allowed two (2) carry-on bags – each not to exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg), and 28 x 22 x 14 inches (700 x 550 x 350 millimeters) – free of charge.
Additionally, each passenger can check up to 4 bags – 2 free of charge and 2 for $20 per bag, each not to exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg), 75 linear inches (length + width + height) if the origin and destination stations offer checked baggage service.
For more information, please see our Baggage Guidelines page.
All of our hotels are centrally located within each city we visit. Most are within a short distance of the Amtrak station and local sights.
Yes. On all Rail and Sail programs, you will have included transfers to the port from your hotel and then from the port to either a local hotel, the Amtrak station or the airport (based upon your itinerary).
In your travel documents you will have vouchers for all of your services, including any sightseeing within the package. Your vouchers will list in detail where to redeem the voucher for services.
After we receive full payment, travel documents will be mailed to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure.
If you are traveling from overseas, you are able to book your Amtrak Vacations package by either calling us or by emailing us at info@amtrakvacations.com.