Monday, June 7, 2010

North America's most Fascinating Rail Trips


In search of a trip by railroad in order to discover a few of the more stunning and rugged parts of North America? Have a look at four of Northern America’s most fascinating train excursions.

1. The Rocky Mountaineer

The Rocky Mountaineer is perhaps the most hardy and most lovely railways throughout Northern America. Weaving its way through the Canadian Rockies, you just can not see a more lovely region any other way. The Rocky Mountaineer offers 4 specific bundles with tour durations lasting between 2 to eight days.

The 1st Passage to the West takes you through:

* Fraser Valley, Fraser and Thompson Canyons
* The final Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway
* Rogers Pass
* Spiral Tunnels
* Kicking Horse Pass
* Banff National Park
Journey Through the Clouds will take you through:
* Fraser Valley, Fraser and Thompson Canyons
* Pyramid Falls
* Albreda Icefields
* Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies
* Jasper National Park
There’s also the Rainforest to the Gold Rush excursion as well as the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb. Rates start around $609 Canadian.

2. Adirondack Scenic Railroad

If you’re trying to encounter a shorter trip and wish to enjoy the attractiveness of the Adirondacks, you cannot fail with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. This outing presents outings in to the stunning 6 million acre Adirondack Park.

Trains leave from:

* Utica’s Union Station
* Thendara Station near Old Forge
* Saranac Lake Union Depot
* Lake Placid Station in the beautiful Olympic Village of Lake Placid, New York

3. Canyonlands

A rail get-away throughout the Canyonlands will certainly be chock-full of adventure. Beginning in Salt Lake City, Utah and ending in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the eight-day, seven-night journey takes you through:

* Canyonlands National Park
* Arches National Park
* Four Corners Monument
* Mesa Verde National Park
* The Rocky Mountains
You’ll find three excursions each year and prices tend to be reasonable at $1599 per person, double occupancy and include some meals.

4. Alaska Railroad

The Alaska Railroad offers scenic one day excursions which includes a 12-hour Denali adventure tour which will take you through the whole 95-mile restricted Denali park road. Plan to observe wildlife you’ve never encountered before as well as enjoy a lunch, gold panning, and also a nature walk.

Northern America offers some beautiful and robust wilderness. Why not encounter it by train? You may enjoy the extravagance of having someone else drive whilst experiencing the view. With meals offered aboard and stops in many of the most beautiful places, it’s actually a great way to enjoy your holiday.

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