Have you considered a train tour for your next getaway?

For almost 200 years, railroads have transported passengers and freight all across our country, changing from a practical form of transportation to the pinnacle of luxury for the wealthy by the beginning of the 20th century.

But nowadays, train tours are the perfect getaways for people who believe the journey is more important than the destination. Traveling by train might seem like an old-fashioned way of getting from point A to point B, but millions of people ride the rail each year.

Most people probably choose to take a train tour because of the more casual atmosphere, less environmental impact, overall comfort, and, most importantly, the scenery that might not be viewable from any other type of transportation.

Now, if you ask us, the best time to travel this way is spring or fall. Here are 6 of the best train travel experiences in the US.

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