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Rail Holidays

Including a rail journey in your USA or Canada holiday is a fantastic way to experience more of North America. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ever-changing scenery as you travel between exciting cities, iconic destinations and spectacular landscapes. Forget the stress of driving and let the journey become part of your holiday.

Whether you are travelling through the dramatic landscapes of Canada, exploring some of the USA’s most famous cities or discovering destinations along the East Coast, train travel offers a comfortable and convenient way to get around. It can also be a great alternative to flying, allowing you to see more of the destinations in between.

USA & Canada Rail Holidays

Our USA and Canada rail holidays can be tailored to include a variety of exciting train journeys, making it easy to combine rail travel with a wider fly-drive, city break or multi-centre holiday.

Travel with Amtrak across the USA, connecting major cities and destinations while enjoying the scenery along the way. In Canada, VIA Rail offers the opportunity to experience the country’s diverse landscapes and travel between some of its most popular cities. For those exploring Florida, Brightline provides a fast, comfortable and convenient way to travel between key destinations.

From scenic cross-country adventures to shorter journeys between cities, our rail holidays in the USA and Canada offer something for every type of traveller. Whether rail travel is the highlight of your trip or simply a memorable way to get from A to B, we can help create an unforgettable USA or Canada rail holiday.

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  • Brightline Train
  • Miami
  • West Palm Beach
  • Orlando

Explore Florida in style aboard the Brightline, the state’s sleek high-speed train that makes travelling between cities effortless and fun. Glide from Miami’s Art Deco streets and vibrant nightlife to […]

10 Nights from £2,665pp
  • VIA Rail
  • Vancouver
  • Toronto
  • Niagara Falls

Experience an unforgettable 10 night journey with three nights exploring Vancouver’s coastal beauty, followed by VIA Rail’s iconic four night transcontinental service crossing the Rockies and prairies, then three nights […]

10 Nights from £4,649pp
  • VIA Rail
  • Halifax
  • Quebec City
  • Montreal

Experience Eastern Canada’s charm on this 10 night rail journey from Halifax to Quebec City and Montreal. Relax aboard comfortable VIA Rail Trains while scenic landscapes unfold outside your window. […]

10 Nights from £1,999pp
  • VIA Rail
  • Quebec City
  • Montreal
  • Toronto
  • Niagara Falls

Discover Canada’s most iconic cities on this 9 night VIA Rail adventure. Journey through the heart of Central Canada in comfort, exploring Quebec City’s historic fortifications, Montreal’s cosmopolitan flair, and […]

9 Nights from £1,989pp
  • Ottawa
  • Toronto

Enjoy a twin-centre holiday combining Canada’s elegant capital with its most dynamic metropolis. Explore Ottawa’s grand landmarks and scenic waterways, then relax on a comfortable VIA Rail journey to Toronto. […]

7 Nights from £1,559pp
  • Alaska Railroad
  • Anchorage
  • Denali National Park
  • Fairbanks
  • Valdez
  • Prince William Sound
  • Sheep Mountain
  • Seward

The best of both worlds – this ten night Alaska bonanza combines a road trip which visits all the top locations including Kenai Fjords National Park, Prince William Sound and […]

10 Nights from £5,376pp
  • Alaska Railroad
  • Anchorage
  • Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Seward
  • Whittier
  • Prince William Sound
  • Denali National Park

Let the train take the strain! Explore Alaska on Alaska Railroad, an iconic journey offering special landscapes and onboard service. In each of Seward, Anchorage and Denali we have included […]

8 Nights from £6,469pp

CANADA'S SCHEDULED RAIL SERVICE

VIA Rail is Canada’s national rail service. Connecting Vancouver and Prince Rupert in the west to Halifax and Quebec City in the east, through mountains, prairies, forests and city skylines, there is nothing quite like seeing Canada by rail.

No matter where your journey commences or where you might be heading, your holiday starts the moment you climb onboard the train.

Stretching across eight provinces and four exciting routes. Individually, they highlight the natural jewels of a chosen region, and, when bound together, they form an exquisite transcontinental journey. Find out more about Via Rail.

USA'S SCHEDULED RAIL SERVICE

From making its maiden voyage between Philadelphia and New York in 1971, Amtrak has grown hugely to the point where it now operates more than 300 trains daily across 21,000 miles of track. Providing a great way to traverse the USA, Amtrak connects 500 destinations in 45 of the 50 states.

Whether you are making a short intercity trip or a longer voyage crossing multiple states, Amtrak offers both comfort and convenience. With an impressive fleet of modern trains, Amtrak are able to reach speeds of up to 150 mph, making them a time-efficient addition to any itinerary. Find out more about Amtrak.

MULTI-DAY ALASKA RAILROAD JOURNEYS

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Last Frontier aboard the Alaska Railroad, one of the best ways to experience Alaska’s spectacular scenery. A multi-day Alaska Railroad journey takes you deep into the heart of the state, travelling through vast wilderness, rugged mountains, pristine forests and remote landscapes that showcase Alaska at its very best.

Relax in comfort and let the Alaska Railroad do the driving as you watch the scenery unfold through panoramic windows. From towering peaks and dramatic valleys to sparkling rivers and expansive wilderness, every section of the journey offers a new perspective on this incredible part of the world.

An Alaska Railroad holiday is also a fantastic alternative to a traditional self-drive adventure. Rather than concentrating on the road, you can sit back and fully immerse yourself in the scenery, while travelling between some of Alaska’s most fascinating destinations and communities.

With a choice of multi-day rail experiences, the Alaska Railroad makes it easy to incorporate unforgettable train travel into your wider Alaska holiday. Whether you are looking to explore the wilderness, discover Alaska’s iconic destinations or simply experience the romance of rail travel, an Alaska Railroad journey is a memorable way to see more of this spectacular state. Find out more about Alaska Railroad.

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