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)

1queen2many

May 2019

While visiting a friend in Prescott, she treated us to the Verde Canyon Railroad trip. We were in the first class car and it was nicely done. Snacks and very comfy seating, plus a private open air car. Our host was extremely knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. We enjoyed a bottle of wine and lots of amazing scenery.

Response from Host

May 2019

Thank you so much for this review, and thank you to your friend in Prescott for entrusting your visit to us.

Michael K

Apr 2019

Great old cars with big couches, snacks and drinks. Very comfortable. But we spent more time in the open car which was adjacent, where you could see the scenery on both sides very well. Was well worth the $100 for the first class experience.

Response from Host

May 2019

Thank you so much for spending your day with us. We appreciate your kind words.

bennyvectra

Apr 2019

Very scenic train ride through the Verde Canyon. The staff on board the train were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. They even highlighted nice photo points when the train was approaching them. First class cabin was great and was served pear cider when I boarded. Finger food and bottled water was available during the ride. cabin and seat were comfortable. The open carriage provide an option to passengers to go out and view the scenic canyon and take photos beyond the cabin.

Response from Host

May 2019

We appreciate you sharing your experience and are so glad you enjoyed it.