Rail Holidays

TRAIN JOURNEYS

See the amazing scenery you will encounter in the comfort of one of the many rail journey holidays available within North America.

Incorporate a trip as part of your holiday to see landscapes that are not accessible by road and to fully appreciate sweeping scenes without any distractions, map reading or highway traffic.

AMTRAK

Comfortable, hassle free and a great alternative to driving , Amtrak provides an excellent variety of routes within the USA from downtown to downtown. On most long distance trains sleeping cars are available and meals on board are generous, good value and delicious!

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

Travelling only in daylight hours, ensuring you miss none of the breathtaking views, the Rocky Mountaineer lives up to the reputation as " one of the most spectacular train trips in the world". Travel in style and comfort in the " Silver Leaf Service" or the luxurious dome coach that " Gold Leaf Service" provides - this is a once in a lifetime experience.

WHISTLER MOUNTAINEER

The three hour rail journey from Vancouver to Whistler meanders through dense forests, deep valleys and soaring mountains. Travel Coast Classic where views from large picture windows exhibit the scenery or the Glacier Dome Coach with seating in a single level dome coach with panoramic views.

VIA RAIL JOURNEYS

With excellent routes and showcasing some of the best views in the world VIA Rail allows you to relax and fully appreciate the beauty of Canada.

THE CANADIAN

Takes you through the heart of Canada travelling from Toronto in the east to Vancouver's west coast. Beautiful diverse scenery is passed from the prairies to the Rocky Mountains.

THE SKEENA

Excellent opportunities to view wildlife are provided as you travel through scenes of waterfalls, rivers and lakes from Prince Rupert to Jasper.

CORRIDOR

These trains depart from all major stations several times daily and provide convenient and fast connections. Connecting the wonder of Niagara Falls to Ontario's wine country and modern Montreal to the old world charm of Quebec City this is a wonderful alternative to experience Canada.

THE CHALEUR

Running along the shore of the St Lawrence River in a region known as the Gaspe Peninsula, this rail journey takes in dramatic landscapes including dense forests and mountain peaks.

THE OCEAN

Experience the beauty of the Maritimes through towns that illustrate Canada's lively hospitality and early settlement life.

LE MASSIF

Travelling between mountains and seashore, along 140 km of breathtaking riverside scenery between Québec City and La Malbaie, the Train of Le Massif de Charlevoix conveys passengers on a singular rail cruise experience focused on Charlevoix gastronomy, and the region’s countless hidden treasures.

ALASKA RAILROAD

An amazing way to see the rugged wilderness of Alaska. Stretching from Seward to Fairbanks you pass through harsh landscapes and glimpse fascinating wildlife.

SKUNK TRAIN

This journey criss-crosses California's Noyo River and cuts through coastal mountains and towering Redwoods. Its name derives from the smell of the fuel that was once used.

SIERRA RAILROAD

Formed in 1897 to connect California's central valley to the Gold Country this journey boasts some spectacular scenery.

NAPA WINE TRAIN

Passing the manicured vineyards of California's wine region this journey lasts approximately three hours. Visit the wine tasting car on-board with forty varieties of wine.

COAST STARLIGHT (AMTRAK)

From Seattle pass through views of snow-capped mountains, dense forests, fertile valleys and the breath-taking Pacific Ocean shoreline to Los Angeles.

MOUNT WASHINGTON COG RAILWAY

This rail journey is set in the midst of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Expect amazing views that can span up to four states on a clear day.

PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY

Travel to peaks of over 14,000ft and gaze over Colorado's spectacular mountain views.