Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package
Description
Hop aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a 4-hour rail journey through the untouched and unspoiled Verde Valley. With luxury class seating, you will enjoy appetizers, Champagne and unobstructed views of Arizona’s geological wonders, wildlife and archaeological finds of the ancient Sinagua people who once lived in the area.
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Itinerary
It’s not the destination, it’s the journey! Enjoy a luxurious train ride through a 20-mile wilderness area, along a wild and scenic river, only accessible by rail. For 3.5-hours, enjoy comfort and style, exceptional amenities and outstanding service in vintage rail cars on a century-old route. Wind your way through a red rock paradise, with tracks that hug the curves of the Verde River. Every season offers a different reason to ride! Astonishing views of a wild and vibrant frontier, historic trestles, bridges and a 7000-foot tunnel are just a few of the highlights tucked into unusual rock formations, red rock pinnacles and towering crimson cliffs. Majestic bald eagles and hawks float effortlessly on the breeze above Javelina, wild burros, jackrabbits and many other Canyon creatures, peacefully coexisting with this heritage railroad for more than 100 years.
At the depot, be sure to visit the John Bell Museum, home to the railroad's history and artifacts from its early days, as well as a wealth of information on Clarkdale, Jerome and the Yavapai-Apache Nation.
The train runs on the same tracks that were created following the Verde River back in 1911. The river is visible for most of your journey.
SOB Canyon and the 150 ft tall bridge are highlights of the trip. Looking back from the bridge and down the canyon is simply gorgeous!
Discover the history of Perkinsville Ghost Town through on-board commentary on your train journey. This is the turn-around point of your trip.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please Note: Special dietary options are unable to be accommodated
- Infant age is 0-1 year. Any guest aged 1 and over will be charged an adult rate. Guests cannot board the train without a paid ticket
- Boarding starts 15 minutes prior to departure time.
- • Passengers must check-in a minimum of 1 hour prior to departure time.
Reviews(3,156)
From the second we checked in everyone was super helpful. Told us what to expect and look for. The guides on the train were very knowledgeable about the train and the area. There is the problem of speakers in the car being too low. Cricket, our attendant was super kind and helpful. There was a problem on the way back with the AC in the car but the crew was quick to try and fix it and Cricket kept everyone cool with ice and drinks. A much better experience than another train ride in Grand Canyon. Here you knew they were concerned to get us safely back home. Well worth the trip.
The staff were friendly and helpful!
This was the best experience ever! Amazing service, great food, comfortable inside, can’t say enough good things!
So much fun from start to finish. Great staff!
The trip is relaxing and the scenery is stunning. Food was great. Large portions. Staff were friendly and helpful
Thanks for riding and relaxing with us, Pamela! We appreciate your kind words for our views, crew and food.
The scenery and experience is awesome Matt and kraig were wonderful and energetic guides with knowledge and interesting facts.
Thanks so much for riding with us, Leslie! We will be sure Michael and Craig catch your compliments.
Lunch that you receive at the depot is Outstanding!! Huge pulled Pork sandwich, salad, chips or fries and a drink. Train ride is fun. Very nice views from start to from finish. Highly recommend this trip.
Thanks so much, Ken! We appreciate you riding with us and your compliments for the lunch and the views.
Views are spectacular. Staff was so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Food at station and onboard was filling and delicious. Didn't want the ride to end.
Stella, we love that you didn't want the ride to end! Thanks for riding with us and sharing such kind words for the views, crew and food.
The ride was great and very informative Food was great and staff was friendly and very knowledgeable
Souri, we're happy you enjoyed the experience and we appreciate your compliments for our food and crew.
What a great way to spend the afternoon in the cool, comfortable train after spending a few days hiking in the area. It's a good opportunity to just rest with the beautiful country-side going by. Easy to find. Easy to park. Accommodates wheelchairs. The trip includes a glass of champagne to celebrate and small plates with crackers, cheese, meats and a brownie. Other drinks are available and you can bring food on board from the deli at the train station. Rolling hills, Sedona-like rocks, valleys, creeks, and lots of open space to see. We enjoyed it!
Thanks for riding with us and sharing this delightful recap. We love that we're such an easy and enjoyable adventure!
