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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad

Abilene, Kansas

The Smoky Valley Railroad Association offers a unique chance to experience early American travel. You…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Allagash Canoe Trips

Greenville, Maine

Founded in 1953, now celebrating over 50 years with Master Maine Guide Chip and Maine…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

American Star Dolphin Excursions

Orange Beach, Alabama

Classic 65' wooden boat. Since 1994. Enjoy natural beauty of area while watching graceful and…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

AMTRAK

Little Rock, Arkansas

Cities served in Arkansas by AMTRAK include Walnut Ridge, Little Rock, Malvern, Hot Springs, Arkadelphia,…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Belton, Grandview and Kansas City Railroad Co.

Belton, Missouri

45 minute ride in refurnished 1920 coach. Field trips and private party available by request.…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Birdwoman Missouri River Adventures

Underwood, North Dakota

Guided canoeing in larger voyageur-style canoe on the scenic Missouri River. Day voyages and overnight…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Black River & Western Railroad

Flemington, New Jersey

70-minute steam/diesel powered train rides through rural Hunterdon County. Special events. Call for schedule.

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Blue Water Excursions

Atlantic City, New Jersey

Sport fishing.

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Bryson's Airboat Tours

Fremont, Nebraska

Enjoy unique airboat tours on the Platte River with opportunities for wildlife photography, great scenery…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Byesville Scenic Railway

Byesville, Ohio

All-aboard for a trip back in history as passengers are transported back in time to…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Captain's Cove Seaport

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Located in historic Black Rock Harbor. Charter fishing boats, dive boats, harbor cruises. Boardwalk offers…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Conway Scenic Railroad, Inc

North Conway, New Hampshire

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Country Memory Trail

Belvidere, Illinois

The Country Memory Trail offers a look into the history of Northern Boone County. Ride…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Creekmore Park Train Rides

Fort Smith

Train runs Wednesday thru Sunday plus holidays, from Memorial Day to Labor Day; weekends only…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Delta Explorer

Mobile, Alabama

Journey through the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, one of Alabama's 10 natural wonders. Wilderness wetland ecosystem, home…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Dubuque River Rides

Dubuque, Iowa

The Spirit of Dubuque, Iowa's only authentic paddlewheeler, offers daily sightseeing cruises, luncheon and dinner…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride

Essex, Connecticut

Ride in 1920's coaches pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. Then, board the river boat…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Train museum, rides on vintage steam train, dining cars available for lunch and dinner; gift…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Excursions-Coastal Maine Outfitting Co.

York, Maine

Sea Kayaking the beautiful coast of Maine. See Lighthouses, secluded beaches, civil war forts and…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Forest City Queen at Riverview Park

Rockford, Illinois

Excursion boat with variety of crusies on the Rock River: sightseeing, dinner, pizza, water ski…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Fort Lincoln Trolley

Mandan, North Dakota

A restored trolley car and nine-mile railroad line connecting Mandan and Fort Abraham Lincoln State…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Fort Seward Wagon Train

Jamestown, North Dakota

Authentic week-long wagon train trek across North Dakota prairies is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Operating since…

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Fremont & Elhorn Valley Railroad and Museum

Fremont, Nebraska

Come relive a portion of our history aboard the FEVR, Nebraska's longest and largest tourist…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Fremont Dinner Train

Fremont, Nebraska

Experience the ambience...take a look back in time aboard 1940s heated and air-conditioned, elegantly attired…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Gentle Breezes and Soft Landings

Orange, Connecticut

Flights over scenic central Connecticut. Specializes only in single-person rides and instruction. Reservations required.

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Grand Trolley

Grove, Oklahoma

Enjoy riding the Grand Trolley! There is no scurry, hurry or traffic flow problems when…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Holiday Trackless Train Rentals in Phoenix Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona

Rent a Christmas themed trackless train in Phoenix, Arizona for your next holiday party or…

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Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Tours

Hudson

Hudson Cruise boat departs Hudson Boat Launch on the hour and Athens Village Park on…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Lady of the Lake

Clear Lake, Iowa

Cruise aboard a double-deck sternwheel riverboat with bar, bandstand and dance floor. Narrated tours and…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Lake James Boat Excursions

Nebo, North Carolina

Tour more than 150 miles of shoreline on one of North Carolina's most beautiful lakes.…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad

Lebanon, Ohio

Take a nostalgic train ride through the scenic Warren County countryside. Experience unique family fun…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Lewis and Clark Jetboat Excursions

Bismarck, North Dakota

From our 26 passenger Jet Boat, people can see historical natural life as Lewis &…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Lewis and Clark Riverboat

Bismarck, North Dakota

Afternoon and evening round-trip cruises on the beautiful Missouri River from the historic Port of…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

London Bridge Jet Boat Tours

Laughlin, Nevada

Scheduled 6-hour round-trip jet boat tours from Laughlin to the London Bridge on Lake Havasu.

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Maine Eastern Railroad

Rockland, Maine

Scheduled excursion train service through the Mid-Coast Region of Maine aboard restored, air conditioned "Streamliners".…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

NY Waterway

Weehawken, New Jersey

Sightseeing tours and themed cruises. Call for terminal locations and ticket information.

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Okoboji Queen II Excursions

Arnolds Park, Iowa

An 18-mile narrated excursion around West Okoboji Lake. Open-air upper deck and enclosed lower deck.…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Outer Island Kayak Adventures

Beaufort, North Carolina

Guided sea kayak tours and professional instruction is offered on the southern Outer Banks in…

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Paddlewheel Riverboat Excursions

Grove, Oklahoma

Cherokee Queen offers your choice of two paddlewheel excursion boats. The boats are one of…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Portsmouth Island ATV Excursions

Ocracoke, North Carolina

Come and explore the uninhabited Portsmouth Village and discover a remote, pristine beach and its…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Pride of Oregon

Oregon, Illinois

Authentic paddlewheel boats. 102 feet of elegance and charm. 150-passenger vessel docked at Maxson Riverside…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

River Belle

Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey

This 80-foot replica of a Mississippi River paddle wheel cruiser sails up the Manasquan River…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

S.S. Ruby Pontoon Ride

Fargo, North Dakota

Narrated boat rides on the Red River. Canoe, kayak rentals.

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Sabino Canyon Tours, Inc.

Tucson, Arizona

Experience the beauty of one of the most unique Southwestern desert canyons on a Sabino…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Shawnee Queen River Taxi

Rosiclare, Illinois

The Shawnee Queen is a 48 passenger vessel equipped with wheelchair tie-downs, ADA restrooms, and…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad Antique Steam Train

Freeport, Illinois

All aboard the antique steam train, as a 36-ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Spirit of the Lakes Excursions

Spirit Lake, Iowa

Vintage coach and dining cars take travelers through the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

St. Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Railway

Jackson

Antique steam and diesel train ride through rolling countryside. Enjoy James Gang robbery, magician, Bonnie…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Stagecoach Trails Livery

Apple River, Illinois

Authentic stagecoach rides complete with draft horses. Also available: wagon train trips, chuck wagon dinners,…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Ste. Genevieve-Mococ Ferry, Inc.

Ste. Genevieve

Vehicle and passenger service between historic French towns in Missouri and Illionis. Night excursions for…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Tom Sawyer Paddle-Wheeler Cruises

Lake Ozark, Missouri

Go back in time with a ride on a replica of a 19th-century paddle-wheeler. Restaurant…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Virginia Truckee Railroad

Virginia City, Nevada

Narrated 35-minute steam train ride through the heart of the historic Comstock mining region.

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Wilmington Trolley Company

Wilmington, North Carolina

Experience the grandeur and charm of Old Wilmington with a trolley tour of the historic…

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Upcoming & Annual Events

Abilene & Smoky Valley - Dinner Train

Abilene, Kansas

June 9, Sat, 6:30 pm - West’s Country Mart—Prime Rib June 23, Sat, 6:30 pm…

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Abilene & Smoky Valley - Steam Dinner Train

Abilene, Kansas

2018 Steam Dinner Train Schedule May 26, Sat, 6:30 pm - Brookville Hotel - Fried…

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Abilene & Smoky Valley - Steam Dinner Train

Abilene, Kansas

2018 Steam Dinner Train Schedule May 28, Sat, 6:30 pm - Brookville Hotel - Fried…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Alabama Wagon Train

Boaz, Alabama

Sign-up fee for participants. Train begins at Sand Mountain Saddle Club in Boaz and ends…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Annual New Years Eve Special Train

Durango, Colorado

For more information please visit the website.

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Black Hawk War Cruises

Lansing, Iowa

Visit the locations of the final battles of the Black Hawk War on board the…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Bryson City Excursion

Bryson City, North Carolina

Eight-hour, 71 mile roundtrip excursion from Bryson City to Andrews. Two photo run-bys and layover…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Chehalis Western Express

Chehalis, Washington

Start your day bright and early at a restored Milwaukee Road depot in Chehalis, Washington.…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Dogwood Steam Train Excursion

Rusk, Texas

Sit back and listen to the cry of the old steam engine while watching the…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Dogwood Steam Train Excursion

Rusk, Texas

Sit back and listen to the cry of the old steam engine while watching the…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Adventure

Elgin, Oregon

RailsNW is pleased to invite you on a unique rail adventure. Come along and what…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Evening Wagon Ride & Bonfire Party

Wilmington, Vermont

Tractor-pulled wagon ride to Vermont's largest bonfire pit for original Ghost stories, music, marshmallow roasting…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Fall Foliage and Bird Watching Cruise

Lansing, Iowa

Enjoy the Upper Mississippi River's fall foliage with expert birders. Observe ducks and geese, bald…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Fort Churchill State Historic Park Canoe Trips

Silver Springs, Nevada

Ranger-led excursion along five miles of the Carson River from Fort Churchill State Historic Park…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Full Moon Romantic Canoe Trip

Logan, Ohio

The full moon romantic canoe trip consists of an approximately two hour long, canoe trip…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Grape Escape Wine Tasting Train

Peninsula, Ohio

Enjoy one of our popular wine-tasting trains featuring five themed wines served with light appetizers…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Guided Kayak Tours

North Palm Beach, Florida

This Ranger-led program provides an informative exploration of the estuary, Lake Worth Lagoon, and Munyon…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Jeep Safari

Moab, Utah

Watch as drivers and their jeeps depart on daily trail rides, which culminate on "Big…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Lansing Fish Days Cruises

Lansing, Iowa

Cruise the Mississippi backwaters aboard the Mississippi Explorer and see thousands of beautiful water lily…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

More Steam At The Throttle Experiences

Spencer, North Carolina

Put yourself in the engineer's seat of a steam locomotive! After a quick safety briefing…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

North Pole Express

Findlay, Ohio

Come out and enjoy good cheer at our most popular event! Our quarter-scale steam train…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

North Pole Express

Findlay, Ohio

Come out and enjoy good cheer at our most popular event! Our quarter-scale steam train…

Explore →

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

North Pole Express

Findlay, Ohio

Come out and enjoy good cheer at our most popular event! Our quarter-scale steam train…

Explore →

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Open Bog Day

Buckeye Lake, Ohio

Board a pontoon boat on beautiful Buckeye Lake and enjoy a guided tour of the…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Oregon Coast Crawler

Garibaldi, Oregon

Traveling on tracks that haven't seen steam power in many years, you will be treated…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Polar Express Train Ride

Spencer, North Carolina

Three weekends in November and December. 'Well, are you coming?' Inspired by the hit movie,…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Rainier Rambler Scenic RR

Elbe, Washington

RailsNW is pleased to once again present a specialty charter with the Mt Rainier Scenic…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

River Boat Rides

Shubert, Nebraska

Last Weekend - Scenic ride along Missouri river past St. Deroin. 1pm, 2pm, 3pm.

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

River Boat Rides

Shubert, Nebraska

First Weekend - Scenic ride along Missouri river past St. Deroin. 1pm, 2pm, 3pm.

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

River Boat Rides

Shubert, Nebraska

TBA - Scenic ride along Missouri river past St. Deroin. 1pm, 2pm, 3pm.

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Rivers and Bluffs Fall Birding Festival Boat Trips

Lansing, Iowa

See migratory birds up close from the decks of the Mississippi Explorer. Tundra swans, tens…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Santa’s North Pole Express - Moorefield

Moorefield, West Virginia

Nov. 29th and 30th. Dec. 6th and 7th. (check their site link below) Ticket sales…

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Silver Flyer Railbus

Abilene, Kansas

Ride the train from Abilene to Enterprise, then the Railbus from Enterprise to Woodbine. Lunch…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

The Grand Canyon Railway Polar Express

Williams, Arizona

Nov/Dec - Experience the magic of The Polar Express, the classic children's book by Chris…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

The Little Engine That Could - Rail Tour

Bryson City, North Carolina

The children's classic comes to life for the entire family aboard these novel excursions. Enjoy…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

The Polar Express

Williams, Arizona

The Grand Canyon Railway - Experience the magic of The Polar Express, the classic children's…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

The Polar Express

Bryson City, North Carolina

The Polar Express comes to life when the train departs the depot for a special…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Verde Canyon Railroad Fall Colors Tour

Clarkdale, Arizona

October through November - As the Verde Canyon Railroad rolls through our vibrant canyon corridor…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

VETERAN's Day Special

Calera, Alabama

Turn back the clock as you ride a historic train consisting of passenger cars built…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Wagon Train Weekend

Lake City, South Dakota

Hitch up your wagon and ride to Fort Sisseton. Join our wagon master on a…

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