Search the Internet for "train vacations" and "train tours." This will result in numerous links to train tour companies and travel agents specializing in train vacations.
Review the many different options available, concentrating on tours that originate close to your geographic location.
Determine the dates of your vacation and how many days you want to dedicate to your train trip. Train trips can be as short as one day or last for two weeks or more.
Decide how many adults and children will be in your traveling party and what type of accommodations will be necessary. Coach travel is appropriate for short trips, but sleeping car accommodations are much more desirable on longer trips.
Contact your chosen travel agent or tour company to book your vacation. You will need all the information on the trip you wish to take, travel dates, travelers and accommodations when you call.
Pay the required deposits to secure your train vacation. Generally, you will pay a deposit that will be applied to the cost of the trip and a small planning fee to the travel agent or tour company.
Read carefully all of the vacation or tour information provided to you. Make sure it accurately depicts the dates, travelers and accommodations you have selected.
Arrive at the departure station on time, board the train and enjoy your train vacation.
