Train Tours

For those who love beautiful scenery train tours are the perfect diversion. They allow travelers to experience breathtaking portions of the United States while sitting comfortably indoors. Trains for sightseeing are generally designed a bit differently than those designed for time-saving travel. These trains are built with comfort in mind and are more luxurious and spacious than those geared toward long-distance travel.

There are many packages that allow tourists to take in the sights of Alaska. Some tours are strictly for viewing the scenery, while others offer adventures such as glacier tours or ice fishing.

Many of the tour packages are focused on mountain travel. Perhaps this is because one of the original conveniences the railroad offered was the ability to easily cross rough terrain. If you aren’t an athlete at heart but would like to enjoy a mountain view, a train tour may be right for you. Most mountains offer tours throughout the year with different features at different times. One of the best times to go is in the winter when the peaks are covered with snow. Some tours even feature festive music and entertainment. Trains are also an alternative to mountain climbing. If the view from Pike’s Peak in Colorado sounds stunning but the climb doesn’t, you can take a train to the summit.

Natural wonders are what you will find if you take a weekend trip to the Grand Canyon. Package tours of this majestic area include hotel stays, delicious dining, and train tours along the same route the first passengers took. You can stay from one through three nights of event-filled fun.

You can even experience Europe the old-fashioned way. One carrier features fine dining, luxurious compartments, and even on-board boutiques to occupy you as you travel through lovely scenery.

For those who want to travel and experience history the American Orient Express is the perfect ride. This luxurious train offers different packages throughout the year that go to different parts of the country and follow different historic trails.

Rail tours are also popular throughout Canada. You can view almost any part of this vast country by rail. French Canada, including Quebec, Toronto and Montreal, is extremely popular for this type of tour .