Sunshine, Pacific Coast views and memorable stops can be found by boarding the California Dreamin' by Rail trip. The trip starts in Los Angeles, where travelers can shop on Rodeo Drive and catch a glimpse of celebrities. The first stop is in Santa Barbara, where travelers enjoy the wine country on vineyard tours. Visit the Hearst Castle at the train's next stop in Paso Robles. Once you arrive in San Fransisco, the train's final destination, you can visit the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. This nine-day, eight-night trip offers hotel accommodations, five tours, a picnic lunch at a vineyard, and dinner in San Francisco.
Music enthusiasts will enjoy Amtrak's Jazz, Blues and Rock 'N Roll By Rail tour. Departing from Chicago, known for its blues, this train tour makes stops in some of America's most famous music cities. First, explore Chicago by visiting the Magnificent Mile and the Field Museum. Then board the train for Memphis. Upon arrival, visit Beale Street and listen to the eclectic range of music pouring into the streets. A visit to Elvis' Graceland is a must for music fans. After Memphis, the train turns towards the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans. Bourbon Street awaits travelers with plenty of jazz, blues and seafood. This train vacation is a nine-day, eight-night trip with overnight accommodations included. Some overnights will be spent on the train, and meals are included for those nights.
The Northern Border & Pacific Northwest By Rail vacation is an 11-day, 10-night vacation that runs from June to September. Aboard the train, the Empire Builder, travelers embark in Chicago where they can enjoy a river or city tour. The trip continues to Minneapolis where travelers will spend the evening at a hotel in the Mall of America, which makes for some very convenient shopping and dining options. The next portion of the trip to Glacier National Park requires guests to overnight in the sleeping car. Once at Glacier National Park, the Glacier Park Lodge offers accommodations for rail vacationers. While in Glacier National Park, take time to explore the park and view the wildlife. The final stage of the trip takes you to Seattle, where admission to, and dinner at, the Space Needle are included. Travelers who wish to continue to British Columbia can add an extension package onto the trip.
