Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure

Overview

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.

City: Sedona

Mon 12 May

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $181.69

Make a reservation

Mon 12 May

Starting at $181.69

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (175) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (252) Entry Tickets (96) Sporting Events (4) Good for Small Groups (27) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (113) Walking Tours (705) Outdoor Activities (48) Limitied Availability Tours (29) LGBT Friendly Tours (9) Family-friendly Activities (8) Wildlife Activities (6) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (96) Travelers recommend (174) Good for Groups (32) Top Activities (75) Guided Audio Tours (10) Art, Culture & History (406) Attractions to explore (43) Sustainable Tours (1) Limousine Transfers (5) Donut Walking Tour (2) Virtual Experiences (1) Additional fees (7) DSA non-compliant (17)

What's Included

Appetizers

AT TRAIN DEPOT - All tickets include Cafe Voucher To be redeemed a minimum of 1 hour prior to train ride.

Bottled water

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

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.

Verde Canyon Railroad

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.

Show 1 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (1000)

Paula C

May 2023

I was disappointed by so much on this trip. Everyone had raved about it, but that wasn't my experience. First, we paid for meals for my husband, son and I and thought they'd be served to us on the train. When we got to the depot tho, there were alot of people already there because first you stood in a line to get your drinks and then stood in another line to get your meals which you ate before you got on the train. There were only a few tables outside in the blazing sun to eat at as all the other were full because many people already knew you ate the meal first. -- I knew the three of us might have to share a two couch section with someone else. Well, we had assigned seats and it turned out that my husband and son sat at a two person table, and I was the 4th person in another party - a woman and her two grandsons. They were very nice and we chatted alot, but the part that amazed me the most was that we were on the bad side of the train! My husband and son across from us saw the river and alot nicer scenery than we did. I ended up in the aisle seat and couldn't see all that much. Then after being on the train for two hours I, who have never gotten motion sickness, started feeling real nauseated and spent the two hour return trip barely keeping my food down. I was surprised to find out that the engine is moved to the back of the train for the return trip. In other words, you simply rode backwards on exactly the same side of the train you started out on and had the same scenery going back. I thought the whole train would turned around so everyone got to see the view on the other side. -- Also could you please add a category of family, all adult on your list of who was with you.

Response from Host

Jun 2023

We understand your disappointment in not being seated together. We try to be as clear as possible that odd-numbered reservations can be separated. We try to make it so you can "trade off" the river side and canyon side to share the different views and that is why half are on each side. Were you able to take advantage of the open-air viewing cars and this complimentary car allows you all to walk around and view the canyon from many different directions.

Mark_R

May 2023

Beautiful scenery and comfortable ride. Provided snack box was great but the box lunch at the station cafe was unnecessary. Service on the train was great.

Response from Host

May 2023

Mark, thanks for riding with us and for sharing this great review.

niccol334

May 2023

This was train ride was so much fun! The inside was old fashioned. You are free to use the uncovered cabin to really take in the scenery. The waiter/bartender talked about some interesting facts. The snacks that come with the ride were yummy. The other passengers on the train were all so friendly and fun spirited. It's just a fun ride to have with a bottle of wine. Really enjoyed it with my husband. And when we got to the train depot before we even left, we got to visit with a bald eagle. I would definitely do this again.

Response from Host

May 2023

We're so glad you had such a fun adventure with us. Thanks for sharing this fantastic review. We are proud sponsors of Liberty Wildlife and love when they visit us with rescued raptors and reptiles from their education program to share with our guests.