Vacations By Rail® Unveils New Rail and Cruise Adventures for 2025

Vacations By Rail®, the premier provider of train vacations across North America and a trusted expert in rail travel, is unveiling exciting new adventures as part of its Top 25 Tours for 2025. This exceptional collection offers travelers the chance to embark on unforgettable journeys, with a special focus on the rising demand for Northern Lights experiences. Tours to Alaska and Scandinavia now take center stage in the catalog, which features unique rail and cruise adventures designed to inspire:

Alaska Northern Lights & Winter Nights: This captivating 7-day tour leads travelers through the heart of Alaska’s winter beauty. Departing from Fairbanks, participants board the scenic Aurora Winter Train, which winds its way through breathtaking landscapes, including the iconic Denali National Park. Guests will have the perfect opportunity to witness the aurora borealis in a pristine wilderness setting. The tour also offers thrilling activities like a dog sled ride across snow-covered tundra, a curling lesson to try this traditional Alaskan sport, and a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to encounter the state’s remarkable wildlife.

Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise: This 12-day Scandinavian adventure takes travelers through Norway’s stunning fjords, into the Arctic Circle, and to the northernmost point of Europe, the North Cape plateau. Aboard a modern cruise ship, guests have the chance to witness the magical Northern Lights while sailing through the Lofoten Islands. Beginning in Oslo, the journey includes a scenic rail trip along the famous Bergen Railway, where travelers can marvel at Norway’s dramatic landscapes. In Bergen, the six-night Arctic cruise begins, offering views of glaciers, fjords, and snow-capped mountains as the ship sails northward.

For over two decades, Vacations By Rail® has been creating extraordinary travel experiences for people worldwide. Whether planning a romantic getaway, a guided city adventure, or the trip of a lifetime, the team curates personalized itineraries tailored to each traveler’s desires. With deep expertise in global destinations, Vacations By Rail® offers seamless journeys with a variety of transportation and accommodation options. The company provides the most extensive selection of rail and cruise vacations, including escorted trips with a dedicated Tour Manager, as well as independent and cruise vacations both within North America and internationally.