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Soho to South Beach by Rail
16 Days - Independent East Coast & Florida USA Rail Tour
There is no finer way to travel between some of the great US Cities, than by rail. Amtrak services are clean and punctual, and take you from the centre of a city to the centre of a city. In association with Tourco, Jetset is proud to present the following independent rail tour. A comprehensive City Pack including all hotel and service vouchers and rail tickets awaits you at your first hotel.
Days 1, 2 & 3: New York
On arrival in New York you are met and transferred to your chosen hotel. The "Big Apple" awaits with the excitement of Broadway, fabulous shopping on Fifth Avenue, and nonstop activity in Times Square. Take the next two days to do all the things you've dreamed about in the "city that never sleeps" ....visit the Statue of Liberty, take a Circle Line Cruise around Manhattan, see a Broadway play, and visit the Met or the Bronx Zoo. Hotel: 3 nights New York - Standard: Hotel Edison - Select: New York Helmsley
Days 4 & 5: Philadelphia
This morning, board AMTRAK for Philadelphia. On arrival, tour Independence National Park, with the Liberty Bell, Independence and Carpenters Halls, Franklin Court, the Betsy Ross House and the first mint in the US. Sample the tastes of Reading terminal Market, a bustling downtown farmers market or visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where Rocky made film history. Hotel: 2 nights Philadelphia - Standard: Holiday Inn Historic District - Select: Crowne Plaza Center City
Days 6 & 7: Washington DC
Transfer to the station this morning for your rail trip to Washington, the American Capital, with its beauty, history and power. Use your two days here to explore the Smithsonian's many museums, tour the monuments and public buildings, and shop the upscale boutiques of Georgetown. Hotel: 2 nights Washington, DC - Standard: Red Roof Inn - Select: Hilton DC
Days 8 & 9: Charleston
Travel on a scenic ride through historic Civil War battlefields and through the misty lowlands of South Carolina to Charleston. Discover the charm of this southern city, reflecting the elegance that made it a mecca for travellers before the Civil War. Hotel: 2 nights Charleston - Standard: Holiday Inn Riverview - Select: Francis Marion Hotel
Day 10: Savannah
A morning train takes you to Savannah, Georgia's oldest city, established by James Oglethorpe around a series of 24 squares. Savannah's quiet charm belies its excitement. Hotel: 1 night Savannah - Standard: Clubhouse Inn & Suites - Select: River Street Inn
Days 11, 12 & 13: Orlando
Depart Savannah this morning on Amtrak's Silver Service for Orlando, where your most difficult decision will be what to do first! Home of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and more. Orlando attracts visitors from around the world to experience its magic. Hotel: 3 nights Orlando - Standard: Quality Inn International - Select: Doubletree Hotel
Days 14 & 15: Miami
A mid-morning train takes you to Miami, offering sparkling sand beaches, pulsating nightlife, water adventures, shopping, and fine dining on South Beach. Relax on the sand for your last days on holiday or discover all that south Florida has to offer. Hotel: 2 nights Miami - Standard: Best Western South Beach - Select: Shelborne Beach Resort
| Package Inclusions |
All AMTRAK rail transportation
Lodging as indicated, including tax
Meet & Greet & Transfer upon arrival in New York
English sightseeing tours in New York, Philadelphia and Washington DC
Passenger Documentation on arrival
Welcome briefing in New York |
| Price Guide |
Standard from:
£1,029 per person.
Select from:
£1,359 per person.
Prices based on two sharing, with all inclusions as above. No flights included.
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