Great Rail Journeys US

Great Rail Journeys US The Trusted Authority on Rail Vacations. Formerly known as Vacations By Rail.

Vacations By Rail offers the largest selection of independent train vacations, escorted rail tours, luxury rail journeys and custom rail vacations to destinations in North America, Europe and beyond.

09/05/2026

There’s something unforgettable about seeing the Swiss Alps by rail. 🇨🇭🚂

Journey aboard the iconic Jungfrau Railway and climb into the heart of the Alps, heading toward the Top of Europe at the Jungfraujoch, where towering peaks, glaciers and breathtaking views await. 🏔️

From charming mountain villages to spectacular high-altitude landscapes, the journey is every bit as memorable as the destination.

And the Jungfrau Railway is just one of Switzerland’s iconic railways waiting to be discovered.

09/03/2026

What will you do when you’re not searching the skies on a Northern Lights holiday? We’re glad you asked…

🐕 Feel the thrill of a husky ride through snowy landscapes
🦌 Meet reindeer and discover life in the Arctic
🏕️ Step inside a Sami teepee and experience local traditions and culture
☀️ Experience the magic of the Midnight Sun
🚂 Journey through spectacular scenery by rail
🏔️ Cruise dramatic fjords and explore the great outdoors

From Norway and Sweden to the wild landscapes of Alaska, our Northern Lights vacations bring you closer to the people, culture and unforgettable experiences that make the far north so special.

Because sometimes, the best part of chasing the Northern Lights is everything you discover along the way.

Search “Northern Lights” on our site to start planning your adventure.

Dreaming of traveling to Tuscany in 2027? Picture yourself strolling through historic Florence, sampling local wines, me...
08/31/2026

Dreaming of traveling to Tuscany in 2027?

Picture yourself strolling through historic Florence, sampling local wines, meats and cheeses, exploring the medieval streets of Siena, the hilltop beauty of San Gimignano and the vineyards of the Chianti region 🇮🇹

Booking ahead means more choice when it comes to your preferred travel dates and the chance to secure the best available deals, wherever your travel itch takes you!

Tick Tuscany off your bucket list in 2027: https://www.greatrail.com/us/destinations/europe/italy/tuscany/

08/29/2026

Clue 1: the music is a hint 🎼
Clue 2: we're in Europe 🇪🇺

1 point for the country, 1 million points for the town 😉

The last one has to be our favourite 😆How many of these did you already know? If you know any other weird and wonderful ...
08/27/2026

The last one has to be our favourite 😆

How many of these did you already know? If you know any other weird and wonderful laws from around the world, share them with us in the comments section 👇

Embark on a one-of-a-kind vacation in 2027, delving into Scotland's legendary world of castles, kings, fairy folk and my...
08/25/2026

Embark on a one-of-a-kind vacation in 2027, delving into Scotland's legendary world of castles, kings, fairy folk and mythical monsters 🧚‍♀️

On our 'Scotland: A Land of Myth & Legend' tour, hear evocative tales of important clans and historic battles, experience the wild beauty of the Highlands and the ethereal magic of the Isle of Skye.

On this multi-center exploration, stay in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the island of Raasay, idyllic Oban, and on the banks of legendary Loch Ness 🦕

Be entertained with ancient tales, passed down through generations, dine on traditional Scottish fare and sample authentic malt wh**ky.

Heard enough? Inquire today: https://www.greatrail.com/us/tours/scotland-a-land-of-myth-legend/ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

08/24/2026

AMAZING RAIL JOURNEYS PART 10/10: Flåm Railway 🚃

Described as one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, the Flåm Railway is one of the leading tourist attractions in Norway.

Over the course of one hour, the train takes you from sea level at the Sognefjord in Flåm to the Myrdal mountain station, situated at 867 metres above sea level 🌊

It is also one of the steepest standard gauge railway lines in the world, with 80% of the journey running on a gradient of 5.5%. The train runs through spectacular scenery, through 20 tunnels, and offers so many viewpoints that, for many people, a single trip up and down is not enough!

Secure your next bucket list journey through the heart of Norway: https://www.greatrail.com/us/trains/flam-railway/ 🇳🇴

In honor of the 146th edition of tennis' US Open taking place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New...
08/23/2026

In honor of the 146th edition of tennis' US Open taking place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City today, here's how we'd spend 24 hours in the city that never sleeps 🍎

🇺🇸 Experience all of these (and more) on our Grand Tour of America: https://www.greatrail.com/us/tours/grand-tour-of-america/

We could give you 100 reasons why Scotland should be in your 2027 travel diary, but for the sake of time, here's our top...
08/22/2026

We could give you 100 reasons why Scotland should be in your 2027 travel diary, but for the sake of time, here's our top 5 😉 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Discover Scotland 🔗 https://www.greatrail.com/us/destinations/europe/scotland/

📸 Thank you to our wonderful Tour Managers for providing these snaps:

Joanne Long, Colin Swettenham, Ruth Owen, Kate Jane, Kevin Childs.

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