Top 10 Rail Tours in United States, United States

November 9, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Spanning 2,800 miles (4,506 kilometers) from east to west, the US is a vast patchwork of landscapes and metropolises. From Arizona’s red-rocked canyons and California’s coastal beaches to New York’s big city and Virginia’s storied past, it covers any topic any traveler could want or need.
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1. Small Group or Private Verde Canyon Railroad and Historic Jerome Tour

Phoenix, AZ, USA DETOURS of Arizona
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Take a trip to the beautiful Verde Valley in Central Arizona. Experience the history of the old ghost town of Jerome which sits atop Cleopatra Hill and enjoy a tour of the Copper Art Museum in Clarkdale. The highlight of your trip will be a picturesque ride in first class aboard the historic Verde Canyon Railroad.

Inclusions: Lunch, Appetizers aboard the Verde Canyon Railway, Unlimited Bottled Water, All Taxes, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Guide Gratuities, Third Party Activities

Reviewed By jp8140

My husband and I enjoyed everything about this trip! Our tour guide,Jason, gave much information about history and nature along the way.

2. LA in a Day Tour

Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA The Real Los Angeles Tours
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L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and see 3 completely different neighborhoods of the city - Hollywood, downtown and Santa Monica. There’s no breezing through on buses with a pre-recorded audio commentary playing (which is always out of sync), on this tour we show you the hidden nooks and crannies of the city that other tour companies don’t (including 7 different venues that have held the Academy Awards Ceremony) and give you a feel for the real Los Angeles. We're pioneers of the all day metro and walking tour of Los Angeles. Why did we create it? Because we want you to feel like you're an Angeleno for the day and to fall in love with the city like we did. * Tour starts 10 am daily * Travel on Los Angeles Metro included in ticket price * There’s a big range of food options and all types of diet can be accommodated (vegan, gluten-free etc)

Inclusions: Travel on Los Angeles Metro is included in ticket price., Tour Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20%., Lunch/Snacks are not included.

Reviewed By millie4t

I really enjoyed my tour with Damien. I've lived in Los Angeles for a long time but did not know a lot of the history of the city and Damien explained the background of how LA became LA. Stunning views of Los Angeles, from downtown to Santa Monica. Free parking at the Greek Theatre parking lot (when there aren't any events). Bring water (they do give you a bottle), hat, sunscreen. I was lucky and the day was overcast but it can get really hot there. Uphill walk for about 20 minutes so if you're not in shape, this is not the tour for you. Then the rest is pretty easy. Due to COVID, the Griffith Observatory is closed right now so you can't go inside. Good tour for locals (especially if you're not familiar with Griffith Park) and tourists.

3. Private Verde Canyon Railroad and Historic Jerome Tour

DETOURS of Arizona
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Highlights of this day tour include the mining town of Jerome, the historic Copper Art Museum in Clarkdale, and stunning views from your first-class seat and a delicious lunch at the Verde Canyon Railroad. After the pickup, our first major tour stop will be the historic mining town of Jerome. Soon after we'll visit the copper mining mecca of Clarkdale and the Arizona Copper Art Museum. From the museum, we will tour the historic Verde Canyon Railroad for a chance to be a part of that history. The very first tracks were put down over 100 years ago to transport local workers and ore mined from the surrounding Jerome mountains and are still in use today. With stunning views of the Verde Valley from either your first-class seats or your open-air viewing car, the casual elegance of the train allows guests to discover the heritage uniqueness of the landscape and its diverse ecosystem.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Appetizers aboard the Verde Canyon Railway, All Fees and Taxes, Professional, local guide, Pickup and Dropoff, Verde Canyon Railroad First-Class Tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities, Third Party Activities, Food unless specified above

Reviewed By jp8140

My husband and I enjoyed everything about this trip! Our tour guide,Jason, gave much information about history and nature along the way.

4. Phillips Cruises 26 Glacier Cruise & Rail - Anchorage, AK

411 W 1st Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC
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A one-day cruise and rail adventure featuring mountains, glaciers, wildlife from Anchorage to Whittier and return.

Inclusions: Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available at self-serve stations., Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, Julienne vegetable salad, cheese stick, fruit snack, and York Peppermint Pattie. Request Vegetarian Chili or Kids’ Meal 48 hours prior, • USB Charging Stations on the boat at every table for guest to use. Wifi is NOT available., • No Seasickness Guarantee! Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound, • Restroom on board the cruise. Restroom stop on coach segment., • Smoke-free environment on coach and cruise., Captains will provide professional narration during the cruise.

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, • Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home., • Gratuities

Reviewed By karenalyson

Unbelievable! We took the Alaska Railroad in and out of Anchorage - you can book this as part of the cruise package. It was a super easy and stress free day tour from roughly 9:30 am to 9pm. The boat was comfortable, lunch was salmon chowder (included) that was delicious! Staff was nice and very knowledgeable. Must see!

5. Top 10 Sites + Top 5 Foods of Cincinnati Morning Tour

16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA Riverside Food Tours
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Is this your first time in Cincinnati? Well do we have the tour for you! The Top 10 Tour crams all of Cincinnati into one big morning adventure. It is a fast paced tour that kids enjoy too. Come hungry and wear comfy shoes because we cover a lot of ground. You are entertained by a friendly local guide as you explore the city's natural riverfront beauty and amazing architecture while learning about its rich and diverse history. To add to the fun, you enjoy 5 of Cincinnati's favorite foods. Throw in a streetcar ride, a visit to an historic urban market, beautiful parks and you'll be ready to put down roots! All food, transportation and a 3 hour guided tour is included in your ticket cost! Foods may include a Belgium waffle, a Cincinnati chili dog, a serving of Graeter’s ice cream, a Holtman’s donut, German goetta sauage or a French macaron. Please note: Findlay Market is closed on Mondays.

Inclusions: 5 Food tastings, Local certified guide, Food Guide and map

Exclusions: Parking fee (payable at the time of tour check-in), Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities for your guide , Drinks such as soda, coffee, tea (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Storyteller756024

Amazing food, amazing host and amazing city!! This food tour was so much more than I expected. Our host was super friendly and so knowledgable about the history of the beautiful Queen City! Very highly recommend. Glad we took the tour beginning of our tip, gave us so many more ideas of what to see, do and where to eat!!! This is a must do!!!

6. Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour With Findlay Market

Smoothie King, 155 E 2nd St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA Riverside Food Tours
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The Cincinnati Streetcar afternoon tour is a culinary adventure that features sit-down dining at local downtown restaurants, tasting Cincinnati craft beer, a trip to historic Over the Rhine and ends with a tour of Findlay Market and a yummy dessert! The food featured on this tour is varied and plentiful. From Indian to Scottish to California cuisine to NY style pizza and much more, we promise you won't leave hungry! On the Cincinnati Streetcar tour, we explore the city at a more leisurely pace by utilizing the streetcar as we stroll through 3 different neighborhoods. Our friendly local guides entertain you with history, interesting stories and fun facts. Our guides are Certified Tourism Ambassadors who know this city inside and out. Learn about the German immigrants whose love of beer and food have influenced our city for over 200 years. Receive a food guide with a streetcar map, list of restaurants and advice from a friendly guide.Our promise is to fill you – both mind and body!

Inclusions: Food tasting at 6 local restaurants/eateries, One alcohol tasting (additional alcohol available for purchase), Local, friendly, certified guide, 3-hour guided tour , Streetcar Ride

Exclusions: Gratuities for your guide not included and are much appreciated, Soft drinks, coffee

Reviewed By Storyteller756024

Amazing food, amazing host and amazing city!! This food tour was so much more than I expected. Our host was super friendly and so knowledgable about the history of the beautiful Queen City! Very highly recommend. Glad we took the tour beginning of our tip, gave us so many more ideas of what to see, do and where to eat!!! This is a must do!!!

7. Bears, Trains & Icebergs Tour

Anchorage Depot, 411 W 1st Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA Chugach Adventures
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❖ Ride the Glacier Discovery Train ❖ Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center ❖ Float by Icebergs on Spencer Glacier Lake & 7 River Miles Down the Placer River Valley on the Most Scenic River Trip in Alaska You won’t see more on a day on the AK Railroad than on this trip.  Many of our guests tell us it is their best day in Alaska.

Inclusions: Sack lunch included. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or requests ahead of time., Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, Restroom on board

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By Sean H

Worked with Ari and Corey to plan an epic engagement proposal atop Spencer Glacier, as part of a private Heli-Hiking tour. Working with these guys was an extremely easy process. They are very knowledgeable about the area, had great ideas and recommendations in terms of routes and weather (Fall can get dicey in Alaska!), and were very transparent about everything throughout the process. 10/10 would recommend Chugach Adventures to anyone visiting Alaska - they will take care of you 100%

8. Desert Railbike Ride and Train Ride in Boulder City

Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City, 601 Yucca St, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA Rail Explorers
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Experience the magic of the railroad like never before on this unique tour in Las Vegas? Ride the rails on an exhilarating pedal-powered 4 mile downhill railbike ride where you can you'll experience the beauty of the Nevada desert and the River Mountains like never before. Tour includes a return trip on one of the historic trains from the collection at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

Inclusions: Nevada State Railroad Museum, Train ride back to the station, Spectacular desert mountain views

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Reviewed By markeymark69

Great time doing something in Vegas other than gambling. What a fun time riding the rails! Good exercise and gorgeous scenery! Highly recommend.

9. Astroville Light Rail Train Tour of Houston with Tunnel Access

233 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA Astroville Tours
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All aboard! Join us on tour to get a firsthand look at the 2nd largest Metro Rail system in the Southern United States. Tour guests will enjoy an up-close perspective of Downtown Houston's touristic sights as well as learn about the history of the Metro Light-Rail system & its incorporation into Houston's distinct sporting and diverse culture. With a guided ride through the world's largest medical district, most prestigious city university & the museum district as well as a planned stop in the historic city park, there will be plenty of chances on tour for breathtaking pictures alongside some of the most historic monuments in the city! Make sure to ride with us soon as all Metro Rail tickets and entrance into the largest downtown tunnel system in the USA are included with the tour price.

Inclusions: Metro Light Rail tickets, Guided city tour, Photos at most famous park in Houston

Exclusions: Food and Drinks

Reviewed By RossChandler23

100% recommended. We briefly stopped in Houston on our way back home from New York and decided to book this tour on a whim to see if would see anything before our second flight. Our guide was on time, personable, and very knowledge. She even stopped at multiple neat spots to take photos of the groups who remained social distanced throughout (think either 7 to 8 of us in total so didn't feel packed) A very thorough presentation worth every penny with videos and info to keep you interested and hooked on for more to the last minute. The tour was one of the best walking tours I have ever been on including in my travels to Asia and Europe and served as a lovely introduction into the culture, architecture, and history of city that definitely doesn't seem to promote itself as much as it should.......But maybe that is all of Texas!

10. Grand Canyon Railroad Excursion from Sedona

Sedona, AZ 86336, USA Redstone Tours
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Step back in time as you travel on the historic Grand Canyon Railroad for a one-way train ride to Grand Canyon National Park *January - October is a northbound train ride to the Grand Canyon in the morning, November - December is a southbound train ride from Grand Canyon in the afternoon on the way back. Upon arriving at Grand Canyon Village, you will immediately see your first majestic view of the canyon. There will be time for lunch on your own after arriving (lunch not included). You will then rejoin your guide as you travel across the south rim, taking in the magnificent views of the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Your expert guide will describe the history, geology, flora and fauna as you stop at amazing vistas. On your way back, you will travel through the Navajo Nation Tribal Land, with a stop for souvenir shopping at the historic Cameron Trading Post. Please note our cancellation policy is 72 hrs in advance for a full refund.

Inclusions: Sedona & Flagstaff hotel pick-up and drop-off (within city limits only), Professional guide, Northbound Coach Class One Way Travel *Nov - Dec is a southbound train ride from GC on the way back, Bottled water, Time will be given for lunch on your own, lunch not included

Exclusions: 20% tip for your guide is recommended if you enjoyed your tour, Lunch is not included in price

Reviewed By GoPlaces605407

My family's experience with the Sedona Site Seeing tour was epic. Our tour guide Al was a great narrator of the sites, providing historical background, and explaining vortices! The views were amazing!

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