Itinerary
- Day 1
Washington DC
You'll arrive in Washington DC and get transferred to your hotel on your own. The rest of the day is yours to settle in and walk around the capital however you like, getting a feel for the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel, Hotel
- Day 2
Washington DC
Spend the day checking out DC's major landmarks like the White House, Capitol, and Lincoln Memorial. You can also head to Arlington National Cemetery to see the Kennedy graves, or if museums interest you more, the Smithsonian has the Air and Space Museum and others. If you want to get out of the city, there are optional day trips to Alexandria or Mount Vernon, where George Washington's historic estate has gardens, a mill, and farm grounds to walk through.
Optional Activities
- City tour of Washington DC (White House, Capitol, Lincoln Memorial)
- Visit Arlington National Cemetery with Kennedy graves
- Explore Smithsonian Institution museums (e.g., Air and Space Museum with Apollo 11 capsule)
- Day trip to Alexandria
- Day trip to Mount Vernon estate
Landmarks White House United States Capitol Lincoln Memorial Arlington National Cemetery National Air and Space Museum Mount Vernon - Day 3
Washington DC to Philadelphia
Take the train north through Maryland to Philadelphia, where the country's founding happened. By evening you'll arrive and can walk along the Delaware River, getting a first look at this historic city where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Train journey from Washington DC to Philadelphia
Landmarks Delaware River 
- Day 4
Philadelphia
Spend your time in Philadelphia walking through history. You'll see Independence Hall where the Constitution was drafted, the Betsy Ross House, and the Museum of Art with its famous Rocky Steps. The Franklin Institute Science Museum is worth a visit, and you can wander through Rittenhouse Square. There's also optional shopping (tax-free here) and places to eat.
Optional Activities
- Visit Independence Hall
- Visit Betsy Ross House
- Climb the Rocky Steps at the Museum of Art
- Visit Franklin Institute Science Museum
- Explore Rittenhouse Square sculptures
- Dinner at local restaurants
- Shopping at The Shops at Liberty Place
- Shopping at King of Prussia mall
- Shopping in Midtown Valley boutiques
- Shopping in Old City boutiques
Landmarks Independence Hall Betsy Ross House Philadelphia Museum of Art Franklin Institute Science Museum Rittenhouse Square - Day 5
Philadelphia to New York City
Board the train heading north through New Jersey into New York City. Once you reach your Manhattan hotel, you can start exploring the city right away this evening, getting into the rhythm of the metropolis.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Train journey from Philadelphia to New York City
- Days 6 - 7
New York City
New York offers plenty to see and do. Catch a Broadway show, grab coffee at Saks Fifth Avenue, or spend time in world-class museums. The landmarks you can't miss include Wall Street, Central Park, Lincoln Center, Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Rockefeller Center. You can walk the Brooklyn Bridge for views, take a water taxi along the rivers, or catch a basketball or baseball game if that appeals to you.
Optional Activities
- Broadway musical
- Cappuccino at Saks Fifth Avenue
- Museum exhibitions
- Visit Wall Street
- Explore Central Park
- Visit Lincoln Center
- Explore Times Square
- Visit Statue of Liberty
- Visit Empire State Building
- Visit Rockefeller Center (Top of the Rock)
- Walk Brooklyn Bridge
- New York Water Taxi along East and Hudson River
- Basketball or baseball game
Landmarks Wall Street Central Park Lincoln Center Times Square Statue of Liberty Empire State Building Rockefeller Center Brooklyn Bridge 
- Day 8
New York City to Boston
The train takes you north to Boston, a city built for walking. You'll arrive in this historic place known for its busy harbor district, old city center, and the elegant Back Bay neighborhood waiting to be explored.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel, Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Train journey from New York City to Boston
- Day 9
Boston
Boston is best seen on foot. Follow the Freedom Trail marked on the sidewalks to reach major sites, check out Quincy Market, and see the USS Constitution, the country's oldest warship still afloat. Wander through historic Beacon Hill if you like wandering residential streets, or there's an optional whale watching tour if you want to get out on the water. For food, try Boston's specialties like fresh fish, clam chowder, shellfish, and local craft beers.
Optional Activities
- Walk the Freedom Trail
- Visit Quincy Market
- Visit USS Constitution
- Explore Beacon Hill district
- Whale watching tour
Landmarks USS Constitution Freedom Trail Quincy Market Beacon Hill - Day 10
Boston
Your rail journey ends here. You can arrange your own departure or look into extending your travels if you want to stay longer and see more.
