The USA's national rail operator, Amtrak, runs approximately 300
trains per day throughout the United States, connecting more than
500 destinations on 21,000 miles of track.
Some of these trains are commuter services that connect nearby
cities, while others are long-distance trains that connect states
near and far. In fact, Amtrak offers 15 thoughtfully planned
overnight journeys.
Journeys to each unique region depart throughout the year and,
because Amtrak traverses remote stretches and places where roads do
not travel, there is no better or more relaxing way to see the
hidden details of North America.
Amtrak offers several travel classes from which to choose. Coach
Class is the included service for our USA Coast to Coast tour, all
other tours have Roomettes as standard.
Coach Class is the standard level of service.
Passengers travel in wide, reclining seats with plenty of legroom.
There are trays, reading lights and electric outlets at each seat,
with toilets at the end of each carriage. There are no included
meals in Coach, but food can be purchased in the onboard Café.
Roomettes are private rooms with two
comfortable seats that transform into upper and lower bunks at
night. A large picture window in the room ensures great views of
the passing scenery can be enjoyed, while each carriage has shared
toilet and shower facilities. Meals are included in the Dining Car
for passengers who have upgraded to this level of service.
Ensuite Bedrooms are spacious private rooms
with in-room sink, toilet and shower. Twice the size of a Roomette,
these contain a large picture window, a sofa and a separate chair
during the day. At night, the sofa transforms into upper and lower
bunks. Meals are included in the Dining Car for passengers who have
upgraded to this level of service.
The number of meals is dependent on the length of the journey.
Full dining service is only available on select long-distance
trains, including but not limited to, the California
Zephyr, Southwest
Chief, Empire Builder and Coast
Starlight.
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