Amtrak Vacations
New York City and Washington, D.C. Roundtrip from Chicago
Independent rail loop from Chicago to New York City and Washington, D.C.
7 daysfrom $979
43% rail
Amtrak Vacations · Independent rail vacation
Boston, New York, and Washington DC
Seven-day rail trip through Boston, New York City and Washington DC
Amtrak Vacations runs this seven-day, six-night independent rail vacation across Boston, New York City and Washington, D.C., using the Northeast Regional train for the one-way legs on day three and day five. The trip opens with two nights in Boston, a hop-on-hop-off tour, the Boston CityPASS covering the New England Aquarium and Museum of Science, and dinner at the historic Union Oyster House. Two nights in New York follow, with a matching hop-on-hop-off tour and an attractions pass covering the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The final two nights in Washington, D.C. add the Monuments by Moonlight tour and an Arlington National Cemetery tour. Because sightseeing in each city runs on hop-on-hop-off tours rather than a guide, the trip suits independent travelers who want a fixed hotel and attraction plan across three East Coast cities without a tour director.
What to know before you look closer
- The eighteen accommodation options span a range of tiers and cities; the sample includes upscale properties like the Fairmont Copley Plaza and InterContinental New York Times Square, so your actual hotel depends on the tier you choose.
- Only one meal, a dinner at the Union Oyster House, is included across the seven days.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Boston, MA
Your Journey Begins in Boston
Upon arriving in Boston, check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Get ready to explore the historic city by taking advantage of the 2-day hop-on hop-off tour, which allows you to visit popular attractions at your own pace. With the Boston CityPass, you can enjoy admission to a selection of iconic sites, such as the New England Aquarium and the Museum of Science.
- Day 2overnight: Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Continue your Boston adventure by hopping on and off the trolley to explore the city's rich history and vibrant neighborhoods. Make sure to save some time for dinner at the renowned Union Oyster House, where you can savor delicious seafood in a historic setting.
- Day 3railovernight: New York City, NY
Boston to New York City
Bid farewell to Boston and board an Amtrak train to New York City. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and embark on a comprehensive two-day hop-on hop-off tour to discover the Big Apple's iconic landmarks and neighborhoods. Immerse yourself in the city's energy and explore at your own pace.
- Day 4overnight: New York City, NY
New York City, NY
Dive deeper into the wonders of New York City with another day of exploration on the hop-on hop-off tour. To maximize your experience, utilize your inclusive attractions pass, which grants you access to numerous attractions, including the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Day 5overnight: Washington, D.C.
New York City to Washington, D.C.
Travel south from New York City to the Nation's capital onboard Amtrak today. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and prepare for an enchanting evening. Experience the Monuments by Moonlight tour, where you can marvel at the iconic memorials and landmarks illuminated against the night sky.
- Day 6overnight: Washington, D.C.
Washington, DC
Discover the nation's capital with a full day of exploration using your hop-on hop-off tour. Uncover the rich history and vibrant culture of Washington, D.C., as you visit renowned sites such as the White House and the Smithsonian Museums. Additionally, take an Arlington National Cemetery tour to pay homage to fallen heroes.
- Day 7
Your Journey Ends in Washington, D.C.
The moments this trip is built around
- Day 1Arrival in Boston with the Boston CityPASS covering the New England Aquarium and Museum of Science plus a two-day hop-on-hop-off tour.
- Day 2Dinner at the Union Oyster House, a historic Boston seafood restaurant.
- Day 3An Amtrak train from Boston to New York City, followed by the start of a two-day hop-on-hop-off tour there.
- Day 4A day using the New York attractions pass for the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Day 5An Amtrak train from New York City to Washington, D.C., followed that evening by the Monuments by Moonlight tour of the illuminated memorials.
Included
- One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Boston to New York City to Washington DC on the Northeast Regional®
- 6 nights' hotel accommodations
- 1 meal (1 dinner)
Questions travellers ask
- Is train travel included?
- Yes, one-way Amtrak Coach travel on the Northeast Regional, from Boston to New York City to Washington, D.C.
- Is it escorted or independent?
- Independent, with hop-on-hop-off tours in each city rather than a tour director.
- Which train is used?
- The Northeast Regional, used for the Boston-to-New York leg on day three and the New York-to-Washington leg on day five.
- What hotels are used?
- Eighteen accommodation options across tiers and cities, including the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston and the InterContinental New York Times Square in New York.
- What sightseeing is included?
- Hop-on-hop-off tours in all three cities, the Boston CityPASS, a New York attractions pass, a Monuments by Moonlight tour, and an Arlington National Cemetery tour.
- How many meals are included?
- One, a dinner at the Union Oyster House.
