Holiday Overview
Experience the heart and soul of Texas with the Texas Eagle - an Amtrak rail journey that takes you on a memorable adventure through major cities from Los Angeles to Chicago. Wind through the Land of Lincoln, cross the Mississippi River and pass through East Texas's picturesque Ozarks and piney woods.
Along the way, enjoy vibrant cities such as San Antonio with its fiesta of colours and aromas on the Riverwalk, the live music capital of the world in Austin, and the big city attractions, Dallas. Take in 360-degree views from the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, visit the Dallas Zoo's 2,000 animals, and revisit history at the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.
The Texas Eagle includes:
- Return Flights from the UK
- 9 nights of hotel accommodation in Los Angeles, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Chicago
- Texas Eagle in a roomette from L.A. to San Antonio
- Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Austin
- Texas Eagle from Austin to Dallas
- Texas Eagle in a roomette from Dallas to Chicago
Day 1 - Fly UK to Los Angeles
Take the flight to Los Angeles. Spend the rest of the day at leisure
Featured accommodation
Best Western Sunset Plaza
Enhance your experience
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Day 2 - Los Angeles & The Texas Eagle
Enjoy most of the day in Los Angeles to explore. Visit one of the many famous local beaches, dabble in some celebrity spotting amongst the mansions of Beverley Hills and Hollywood, shop till you drop, or enjoy a theme park visit. In the eveining board the Texas Eagle for a 22:00 departure bound for San Antonio
Unmissable Experiences
Superliner Roomette
Day 3 - Aboard The Texas Eagle
Sit back and enjoy the scenery of Arizona, New Mexico and Texas glide past
Unmissable Experiences
Superliner Roomette
Day 4 - San Antonio
Arrive early (04:50AM) in the culturally and historically rich city of San Antonio. Spend the rest of the day exploring at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Menger Hotel
Day 5 - San Antonio
Spend a full day expolring San Antonio, perhaps visit the Alamo, stroll along the River Walk, or indulge in some of the fine Texan cuisine available
Featured accommodation
Menger Hotel
Day 6 - San Antonio to Austin
Depart early from San Antoinio (07:00) and continue East on The Texas Eagle to the Texan state capital of Austin (arrive 09:23). Austin is a vibrant city, famed for its live music scene, outdoor spaces and great food.
Featured accommodation
Hotel Indigo Austin
Day 7 - Austin
Spend a full day at leisure exploring the many delights of Austin
Featured accommodation
Hotel Indigo Austin
Day 8 - Austin to Dallas / Fort Worth
Depart Austin on the Texas Eagle for the Dallas/Fort Worth area, home to the end of the Chisholm Trail, historic cattle stockyards, the infamous 6th floor museum at Dealey Plaza and for anyone around in the 1980's, Southfork Ranch of the Dallas soap opera fame.
Featured accommodation
Embassy Suites Fort Worth Downtown
Day 9 - Dallas
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the Dallas / Fort Worth area
Featured accommodation
Embassy Suites Fort Worth Downtown
Day 10 - Dallas - Chicago
Board The Texas Eagle for one more night, departing Dallas at 15:40.
Unmissable Experiences
Superliner Roomette
Day 11 - Chicago
Arrive in Chicago around lunchtime (13:52) and spend the rest of the day at leisure in "The Windy City"
Featured accommodation
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Day 12 - Chicago
Spend a full day exploring Chicago, perhaps take in the view from the top of Sears Tower?
Featured accommodation
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Day 13 - Return to the UK
Spend the moring at leisure in Chicago before catching your return flight to the UK
The Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza, Los Angeles Holidays
The Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza offers 100 contemporary West Hollywood hotel rooms and suites in addition to the dream guest experience. Your reservation includes a complimentary hot buffet breakfast each morning, along with access to our picturesque flowering courtyard and outdoor pool area. The European-style rooms and suites come with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi fiber internet, USB power outlets, and high-definition TV with premium channels.
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Los Angeles
Since opening in 1928, this legendary property has been the preferred address for celebrities, royalty and the international elite — and it’s easy to see why. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Wilshire puts you in the enviable heart of Beverly Hills, with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at our doorstep.
Menger Hotel
With a style and tradition befitting the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi, the elegant Menger Hotel welcomes guests with a nod to San Antonio’s colourful past intermingled with its cosmopolitan present. Just steps from the Alamo on Alamo Plaza, the hotel is a long-rooted landmark that shares San Antonio’s story from the earliest days of the Texas frontier.
Hotel Indigo Austin
Centrally located in the Red River District of downtown Austin, the Hotel Indigo offers a spirited getaway for your visit to this amplified city. Surrounded by neon lights and soulful sounds, the welcoming hotel provides a sense of community regardless of how far away you may be from home.
Embassy Suites Fort Worth Downtown
A modern hotel, with a great location in downtown Fort Worth within walking distance from popular attractions. Including Sundance Square Plaza, Bass Hall and Fort Worth Convention Centre. Guest staying at the Embassy Suites Fort Worth Downtown will enjoy a relaxing stay and convenience to exploring the city.
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel, Chicago
Palmer House® A Hilton Hotel has 140 years of experience, winning over downtown Chicago travelers with award-winning service. Set in the theatre and financial district, this landmark hotel is close to well-known attractions. You’ll find famous frescoes, stylish suites, massive meeting space and artful dining at Lockwood and Potter's Chicago Burger Bar. Relax at The Spa at Palmer House or work out in the sizeable fitness center.
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Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2024, 2025 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0069 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
South Africa Holidays
The Blue Train, Cape Town & Safari
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- Pilanesberg National Park
- Pretoria
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- Cape Town
South Africa Holidays
Rovos Rail with Kruger Safari & Cape Town
- 10 Nights
- Johannesburg
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- Pretoria
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Australia Rail Holidays
Coast to Coast on the Indian Pacific
- 14 Nights
- Perth
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Melbourne
New Zealand Multi Centre Holidays
New Zealand By Train
- 13 Nights
- Auckland
- Wellington
- Marlborough Sounds
- Blenheim
- Kaikoura
- Christchurch
Australia Rail Holidays
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- Sydney
- Adelaide
- Alice Springs
- Darwin
- Perth
USA Train Holidays
Coast to Coast Rail Holiday
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India Holidays
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- Jaipur
- Bikaner
- Jodhpur
- Udaipur
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Canadian Rocky Mountains
Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Explorer
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- Vancouver
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