Railtrail Annual Brochure 2020

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Cass Scenic Railroad Shay locomotive

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Mountain Maryland. We enjoy free time in the historic town of Frostburg with unique shops and a winery that also serves local craft beers before we return by rail to Cumberland. (B) DAY 9 We have time to watch the freights on the line by our hotel this morning before travelling by road to Romney for our Potomac Eagle vintage diesel excursion along the Potomac River. We enjoy a 3-hour round trip and have the chance to spot American bald eagles while we enjoy lunch onboard. We then continue by coach to Elkins in West Virginia for our three nights stay at Wingate by Wyndham. (B,L) DAY 10 This morning we take a short walk to the station for our full day Cheat Mountain Salamander excursion through remote West Virginian countryside with a buffet lunch included . The 120-mile diesel hauled round trip includes many interesting features such as a long tunnel with a ‘S’ curve underneath Cheat Mountain, stunning mountain vistas and wildlife including potential bald eagles and black bear sightings. (B,L) DAY 11 Today we travel by road to Cass for an incredible 4½ hour round trip on the Cass Scenic Railroad to the summit of Bald Knob (4,842ft) using double headed Shay locomotives over a very steeply graded line including a switchback. During our excursion a ‘King of the Road’ hobo lunch is included . Cass has the world’s largest collection of geared logging locomotives and we will have time to look around the logging town of Cass that has remained virtually unchanged for over 100 years. (B,L) DAY 12 We travel by road this morning to Durbin Depot for our departure on the “Durbin Rocket” , a geared

Heisler steam locomotive . We enjoy a leisurely 2-hour round trip along the banks of the Greenbrier River with beautiful mountain views. In the afternoon we continue by road to Washington for our overnight stay at the Grand Hyatt. (B) DAY 13 Today we have a day leisure to explore wonderful Washington . Our hotel is situated just half a mile from The National Mall including the famous Smithsonian Museum, The White House and Capitol Building . We can choose to walk or travel by hop on/hop off bus tour to see the many attractions. ( Please note attractions are not included) . Later in the day we transfer from the hotel by metro and bus shuttle to the airport for our evening flight to Heathrow. (B) DAY 14 Following our incredible American Railroad adventure, we arrive back into London Heathrow mid-morning and begin our journey home.

DEPARTS

Wednesday 30 September 2020

FARE From London Heathrow Airport: Standard Economy seats on

British Airways £4299 Upgraded flight seats on On Request British Airways Ex Boston / Washington (i.e. Ground Only Fare) £3749 Single Traveller Supplement £1195 Return flights from London Heathrow to USA with British Airways 12 nights hotel accommodation with private facilities Breakfast each day plus 3 lunches All excursions and admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager GUARANTEED FARE

HOTELS

Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport The 3-star Hampton Inn is ideally located close to the airport and offers convenient access to downtown Boston’s many attractions, shops and restaurants via a complimentary shuttle bus. The hotel offers great quality accommodation and has excellent range of facilities including bar, restaurant, fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. The recently refurbished bedrooms offer Wi-Fi, coffee maker and TV. Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Midtown West, New York This 3-star Manhattan hotel is situated close to many of the Big Apple’s world-famous attractions on the doorstep and Times Square is only a 15-minute walk away. The comfortable bedrooms offer Wi-Fi, TV, coffee machine and safe. The hotel does not have a restaurant but there are lots of restaurant options nearby. Fulton Steamboat Inn, Strasbourg The unique 3-star Steamboat Inn is built to resemble a paddle steamer and is bursting with character. The hotel offers themed nautical and Victorian style rooms with TV, refrigerator and coffee machine. The atmospheric Huckleberry’s Tavern and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a drink. The hotel also has an indoor pool, whirlpool and fitness centre. Ramada by Wyndham, New Cumberland The 3-star Ramada is ideally situated for any rail enthusiasts overlooking the main line train tracks! Set in Cumberland’s historic downtown, this hotel offers a bar, restaurant and fitness centre. The comfortable bedrooms have Wi-Fi, tea/ coffee making facilities, TV and safe. Wingate by Wyndham, Elkins Located in the heart of Elkins, the 3-star Wingate is within walking distance of railway station, West Virginia Railroad Museum, restaurants and charming shops. The hotel has a bar, restaurant and fitness centre. All 61 bedrooms have

fridges, coffee makers, Wi-Fi and TV. Grand Hyatt, Washington

The 4-star Grand Hyatt is centrally located and ideally based to explore many of Washington’s major attractions. The hotels air-conditioned comfortable bedrooms feature refrigerator, Wi-Fi and TV. The hotel has a lounge bar, bistro restaurant, coffee shop and fitness centre with indoor swimming pool.

Boston Beantown Trolley

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