Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure

Overview

Hop aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a 3.5-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.

City: Sedona

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $111.55

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Sun 17 Nov

Starting at $111.55

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Appetizers

Bottled water

Beginning in 2023, all tickets include Cafe Voucher

Restroom on board

Champagne toast

Additional Info

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
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
All complimentary first-class appetizers will be individually-packaged for customers.

What To Expect

Verde Canyon Railroad

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.

John Bell Railroad Museum

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.

Verde River

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.

Perkinsville Ghost Town

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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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

seapsych

Jul 2019

Went with family on this railroad adventure and had a thoroughly fun time. We upgraded our coach tickets to first class for more comfortable seating and were not disappointed. They provided a welcome/send-off glass of either champagne or cider, a bowl of chips for the table, and a light buffet of vegetables and dip, egg rolls, chicken wings, fresh fruits, and chocolate chip cookies (which went too fast - get yours quickly!).The ride was about 3 1/2 hours and no worries about annoying cell phone calls because cell coverage ends as soon as you leave the depot! There's brief coverage when the engine is switched in Parkersville and then drops off until you reach the depot again. This provides a nice quiet and enjoyable ride.Highly recommend for both locals and tourists.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thank you very much for the recommendation.

rsnyder880

Jul 2019

My wife and I took a trip on the recommendation of friends. They were right, a relaxing experience on the old railway. Drinks and a light snack included in the VIP cars. The knowledge of the workers of the history and area made the trip fun. Highly recommend it if your looking for a day trip for 1 or the entire family. Thanks Jennifer and Don.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and to your friends for recommending us. We are very fortunate to have both Jennifer and Don. We will share your comments with them.

Laura M

Jul 2019

One of the best tourist excursion trains I have been on. Four hours in length and the option to sit indoors with air conditioning or on an open railroad car for 360 views (with some shade under a tarp-like roof. We were on the Tucson car and the open car behind it. Our outdoor guide regaled us with many stories and a lot of history.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much Laura for sharing your experience. We hope you will come back and join us again.