This guide is a practical and inspiring travel guide for exploring North America by train.
The book combines detailed route information with engaging travel writing, helping readers discover the scenic, historic, and cultural highlights visible from America’s and Canada’s rail networks.
The author covers major long-distance journeys such as Amtrak’s iconic cross-country routes and key Canadian lines, explaining schedules, accommodations, ticket tips, and what travelers can expect onboard. Alongside logistics, he describes landscapes ranging from the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Coast to bustling cities and small-town stops, encouraging a slower, more immersive way to travel.
Written for both first-time rail travelers and seasoned explorers, the guide includes maps, station advice, and suggestions for sightseeing at each destination, making it easy to plan memorable rail vacations.
