Amtrak Vacations
America Coast to Coast - DC to San Francisco
Amtrak coast-to-coast rail journey from Washington DC to San Francisco
9 daysfrom $1,049
33% rail
First Class Holidays · Independent Rail Tour
New York, Philadelphia & Washington D.C. by Rail
Explore the 'Big Apple' to its fullest, before embarking on a train to Philadelphia and Washington D.C.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: New York
New York
On arrival in New York make your way to your hotel, then start your New York adventure. Head to Broadway to take in a show, or museums like MOMA and enjoy panoramic views of midtown Manhattan from the Empire State Building. If you are looking for great pizza, take the free ferry to Staten Island and enjoy spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty on the way, or head to The Bronx for the zoo or botanical gardens.
- Day 2overnight: New York
New York
On arrival in New York make your way to your hotel, then start your New York adventure. Head to Broadway to take in a show, or museums like MOMA and enjoy panoramic views of midtown Manhattan from the Empire State Building. If you are looking for great pizza, take the free ferry to Staten Island and enjoy spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty on the way, or head to The Bronx for the zoo or botanical gardens.
- Day 3overnight: New York
New York
On arrival in New York make your way to your hotel, then start your New York adventure. Head to Broadway to take in a show, or museums like MOMA and enjoy panoramic views of midtown Manhattan from the Empire State Building. If you are looking for great pizza, take the free ferry to Staten Island and enjoy spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty on the way, or head to The Bronx for the zoo or botanical gardens. Hotel for 3 nights: The Dylan
- Day 4railovernight: Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Take the train to Philadelphia, a city of icons, such as the famous LOVE statue. Visit Independence Hall National Historical Park, home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence were signed. The Reading Terminal Market, the USA's oldest farmers market, is worth a visit.
- Day 5railovernight: Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Take the train to Philadelphia, a city of icons, such as the famous LOVE statue. Visit Independence Hall National Historical Park, home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence were signed. The Reading Terminal Market, the USA's oldest farmers market, is worth a visit. Hotel for 2 nights: Hampton Inn
- Day 6railovernight: Washington DC
Washington DC
Take the train to Washington, where there's a lot to see, but the National Mall is a must for any itinerary. This national park encompasses Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and the U.S. Capitol; and nearby the Smithsonian National Museum of American History offers a fascinating history of the birth of the USA.
- Day 7railovernight: Washington DC
Washington DC
Take the train to Washington, where there's a lot to see, but the National Mall is a must for any itinerary. This national park encompasses Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and the U.S. Capitol; and nearby the Smithsonian National Museum of American History offers a fascinating history of the birth of the USA.
- Day 8railovernight: Washington DC
Washington DC
Take the train to Washington, where there's a lot to see, but the National Mall is a must for any itinerary. This national park encompasses Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and the U.S. Capitol; and nearby the Smithsonian National Museum of American History offers a fascinating history of the birth of the USA. Hotel for 3 nights: Hilton Washington DC
- Day 9
Departure
Your holiday ends this morning in Washington D.C.
Included
- 3 nights accommodation in New York
- 2 nights accommodation in Philadelphia
- 3 nights accommodation in Washington DC
- Standard class rail travel
- New York 48 hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing pass and harbour cruise
- Philadelphia trolley Tour / 24-hour sightseeing pass
- Washington DC trolley tour 1-day pass
Not included
- Airport transfers
- Return flights to America (First Class Holidays can arrange these)
- Meals and sightseeing (not shown as included)
