Wildlife Rail Tours & Vacations

Nine unforgettable days showcase the Last Frontier's wild beauty on this expertly guided vacation. Uncover Fairbanks on a riverboat trip and meet sledding dogs, then ride Alaska Railroad's legendary Denali Star. Marvel at North America's tallest mountain and its incredible wildlife in Denali National Park and Talkeetna, before continuing...

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Uncover scenic landscapes and quintessential sights of Alaska on this seven-day independent journey featuring the Denali Star. Travel from Anchorage to Talkeetna, where a jetboat takes you along the Talkeetna and Susitna Rivers, and then embark on a tundra wilderness tour in Denali National Park, with an expert guide revealing the best...

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Discover five beloved national parks on this 13-day escorted tour through the West. Start with a classic overnight rail journey aboard the Empire Builder, following the pioneer route into Big Sky Country. Experience a float trip down a winding river, drive through Glacier National Park on an open-top Red Jammer bus and cruise across a sparkling...

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Seek the magical aurora borealis on a sensational winter journey from Fairbanks to Anchorage, riding the amazing Aurora Winter Train in the shadow of Denali. An evening in the wilderness provides a great chance to catch the Northern Lights, while an exciting dog-sled ride through the snow-covered tundra and a curling lesson help uncover the...

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Explore Norway's iconic mountains, glaciers and azure fjords, and discover Swedish Lapland's untamed wilderness on this epic vacation. Experience all the great Scandinavian rail experiences, cross the Arctic Circle to the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' and visit an authentic Sámi village to gain an insight into the traditions of Lapland's indigenous...

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 Embark on an 11-day tour featuring some of Alaska's most revered railroads. Discover the natural beauty of Prince William Sound during a cruise, and travel aboard the Glacier Discovery train from Whittier to Anchorage before marveling at scenic Turnagain Arm as the Coastal Classic takes you to Seward, gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. ...

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Embark on a captivating summertime journey across Norway. From Oslo in the south to the Lofoten Islands north of the Arctic Circle, enjoy four epic trips on the world-renowned Flåm, Bergen, Nordland and Rauma railways. On this top-rated tour, discover Norway's beautiful cities and cruise across the shimmering Geirangerfjord. Experience a taste of...

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All aboard the storied rails of the Rocky Mountaineer for a journey into Canada's picturesque Rocky Mountains. Beginning in the coastal metropolis of Vancouver, discover the sights of the city before boarding the panoramic carriages of the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops. Wind through mountain landscapes enroute to Jasper, for an excursion to...

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Set your sights on amazing scenes of America's West with visits to six national parks on this unforgettable rail tour. The journey begins on Amtrak's Empire Builder, aboard which beautiful vistas of the Northern Prairies create the serene backdrop for the start of our trip. Our first visit is to Whitefish, where Glacier National Park's...

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A showcase of Western Canada, this eight-day journey combines luxury rail travel with stunning mountain scenery. Start in Vancouver, boarding Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic ride through towering peaks and deep canyons to Jasper. Spend two nights in Jasper, exploring its breathtaking national park before traveling along the Icefields Parkway...

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Uncover atmospheric castles, fascinating archaeological sites and unforgettable wildlife experiences in Orkney and Shetland. This magnificent Northern Isles tour takes us from Edinburgh to the Granite City of Aberdeen and by ferry to Shetland and Orkney before visiting Inverness. Encounters with Shetland ponies, seals and otters introduce us to...

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Embark on an 11-day escorted tour of the Old West's rugged frontier towns, majestic landscapes and renowned national historic sites. Journey across America's Western frontier on Amtrak's legendary California Zephyr from Chicago to Provo, Utah. Cross the Rocky Mountains, discovering hidden landscapes where the region's beauty comes to life...

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