This story is part of Iconic Train Journeys, a spotlight on the world's most legendary railway adventures, from luxury trains that evoke old-world glamor to historic routes that have rebuilt nations ...

A Business Insider reporter spent 53 hours on Amtrak's California Zephyr train.Joey Hadden/Business Insider I'd ridden the California Zephyr once before, but only for 15 hours. This time, I was in for ...

Embark on an unforgettable journey aboard Amtrak’s California Zephyr from Chicago to San Francisco. This video showcases ...

Scenic route takes Amtrak train from Bay Area to Reno The journey east on Amtrak’s California Zephyr train is as good as the destination. Riding the rails from the San Francisco Bay area to Reno, Nev.

The United States of America has a rich railroading tradition, with railroads and the use of trains defining the American experience for the last two hundred years. Steam-powered passenger trains ...