Connections Rail Tour Holidays

Rail Travel

  Amtrak© offers an extensive network of rail services covering over 500 destinations throughout North America. Travelling by train is easy, affordable and relaxing. It is a great way to capitalise on your holiday and gives you access to some of the most wonderful parts of America. You can literally go from East to West in the comfort of an Amtrak train that offers excellent services and facilities coupled with wonderful scenery en route.

Rail Passes
Amtrak rail passes offer 15 or 30 days of travel in coach class seating, with unlimited stopovers, so that you can explore at your own pace. Passes are valid from the first day of use for the duration of the pass. Should you wish to pre-book a seat on a particular routing we will be more than happy to assist. This pass is not available to American or Canadian
passport holders.

National Rail Pass
Travel anywhere that Amtrak tracks take you to – Take the well-travelled route from Chicago to
Los Angeles or San Francisco or go coast to coast from the Sunshine State of Florida to the Golden State, the choice is endless.

Northeast Rail Pass
See some of the key cities of America’s east. Visit the country’s capital Washington before heading to the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of New York. Travel on to Boston in New England, the cradle of American independence and a city where the pace of life is much slower and more relaxed.

East Rail Pass
Explore all areas that are offered on the Northeast Rail Pass and much more. Travel into the Deep South, visiting Atlanta, Memphis and New Orleans among others. Continue down to Florida; visit Orlando and the world of Disney® or head further south to Miami to soak up the sun.

West Rail Pass
Travel the expansive territory that stretches from Chicago down to New Orleans and across the plains, deserts and mountains to the Pacific Coast.

Point to Point Rail Fares
Should you wish to book a specific journey please let us know and will be more than happy to quote the most up to date rates, make the reservations for you and also arrange overnight accommodation on the train, subject to availability

Seating and Sleeping Accommodation
Amtrak offer a wide variety of quality seating and sleeping accommodation.

Seating Coach Class
One of the most economical yet comfortable ways to travel; A large reclining seat, fold down tray table, overhead reading lights and an overhead rack for your luggage. There are also toilets within the car and a picture window for you to enjoy the scenery. On board there is plenty of room to walk around and stretch out.

Seating Business Class
Business Class offers reserved, deluxe seating on short to medium distance trips.

Sleeping Accommodation
Sleeping cars are a smart choice for long-distance passengers travelling overnight. Meals, lodging and transportation are included. An attendant is also available to assist you. Service also includes fresh towels and bed linens.

Roomette – By day it offers two seats with a picture window and by night the seating converts to a lower and upper berth. Restrooms and a shower are nearby.

Bedrooms – The ultimate in sleeping car travel. By day you are provided with a comfortable, cushy sofa and armchair with a great view of the scenery. You can stretch out, relax or even take a nap. At night they convert to a wide lower and upper berth. You also have a sink, vanity, toilet and enclosed shower right in the room

Canada Rail Travel
Connections offers a spectacular two day train jouney on the Rocky mountaineer.
Experience the Rockies by train. Travel in comfort in non-smoking, air-conditioned coaches as you wind your way through the mountainsin either the classic Red Leaf service or the superior Gold Leaf service.See here for full details

Via Rail Canada

Superb Trans-Canada network of trains 4,000 miles, four time zones &
centuries of history Comfort, style & convenience - downtown to downtown

SILVER & BLUE CLASS SERVICE INCLUDES:
• Dedicated check-in and baggage assistance
• On board accommodation as chosen
• All meals for the duration of the journey, served in the rather chic and
elegant atmosphere of the dining car
• Access to the Dome and Upper observation Deck, which offer 360
degree views of the wonderful Canadian scenery
• One-hour pre boarding in Toronto and Vancouver
• Exclusive use of the Park Car and Lounges at the back of the train, which offers a
relaxing environment for you to read or chat to your fellow travellers

Important Information
For journeys that require an overnight or several nights on board the train you will be required to take an overnight bag on board. Your main luggage will generally be checked-in and you will not have access to it. All VIA services are non-smoking

A selection of Canada rail holidays can be found here