Brochures and guides
Amtrak Vacations Rail Vacations Brochure
View our US & Canada rail vacations online brochure.
National Parks by Rail Guide
Discover America's National Parks by rail while onboard Amtrak with this helpful guide.
Sleeping Accommodations Onboard Amtrak
Get key travel tips, comfort hacks, and what to know before you go.
Onboard Essentials Packing List
Make sure you don’t leave home without bringing the necessities!
Onboard Dining Menus
Long Distance Dining Car Menu
Get a taste of the available Long Distance Dining Car Menu selections.
Flexible Dining Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the Flexible Dining Menu.
National Cafe Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the National Cafe Menu.
Amtrak Cascades Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the Amtrak Cascades Menu.
Heartland Flyer Café Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the Heartland Flyer Café Menu.
Pacific Surfliner Sea View Café Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the Pacific Surfliner Sea View Café Menu.
Capitol Corridor Menu
Get a taste of available menu selections by viewing the Capitol Corridor Menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I'm booked in Coach, can I upgrade?
Yes! You can upgrade from coach up until your departure. You can upgrade your coach accommodations to business class on the regional trains, or to a private sleeper on the long-distance trains. Please...
Can I take a specific rail vacation that you offer in reverse order?
Yes! On most of our vacations, we also offer a reverse version. Please call and speak with one of our Rail Vacation Specialists for reverse options.
Can I fly to the first city then pick up my rail vacation and then fly home from a different city?
Yes, absolutely! You can take the Amtrak train one way and then fly home from a different city. This option is very popular with our independent rail vacations and our Alaska Rail and Sail vacations.
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Discover Important Information
Learn more about planning your train vacation from start to finish, including booking information, luggage requirements, sleeping room options onboard trains, everyday travel discounts, and more!
Private Sleeping Accommodations
Learn more about Amtrak’s private sleeping rooms features, services included, and amenities to ensure a relaxing journey.
Meals & Dining
Learn more about your dining choices, onboard dining reservations, and the different types of dining cars.
Ways to Customize Your Vacation
Decide where you want to start, where you want to go, which routes you want to take, how long you want to stay, and what you want to see and do.
How Does it Work?
It's simple! You decide when and where you want to go, where you want to stay and what you want to do, then call us directly so we can build you the perfect vacation. Everything is customizable!
Where can I Go?
We offer trains coast to coast on Amtrak's 30 routes from over 500 Amtrak train stations in 46 states across the U.S. and trips to over 18 different National Parks throughout North America. The options are truly limitless.