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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $111.55

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $111.55

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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)

Kelly_R

Nov 2022

This was a birthday present for my husband who loves train rides. We enjoyed our trip very much! We sat in the chairs on the right side of the train, they were the best seats. We had the full view of the canyon the entire time. The sofas looked comfy, but missed some of the sites. The appetizer were really a full meal, you can bring food on the train from their cafe only, just an FYI. I got the RedRock Sangria on the train and did not like it. The viewing cart was great, the guide we had was very informative made sure we could see what was going on, told us a head of time the special sites coming. Very funny and witty! We were fortunate the leaves on the trees were changing color, so beautiful. This was my first time on a train, I get motion sick very easily and I did just fine with one dramamine. We went very early checked in at about 10am and then spent a little time in Clarkdale and Cottonwood prior to the train ride. Great antiquing at the Cats Meow in Cottonwood. Loved this whole trip!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Kelly, thank you for sharing this comprehensive review! We are so happy to be part of a favorite adventure to the Verde Valley.

Acmetoons14

Nov 2022

Really really impressed! The seating was super comfortable. Two cars share an outdoor viewing car which means that it doesn’t get too crowded. The outdoor car also has an attendant who told us all about what we were seeing and the history of the area. They give you a charcuterie box, water, and champagne toast complimentary. Each car has its own waitress/ bartender which makes service fast and attentive. It was worth every penny and more!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

We are so happy to be a highlight of your trip! Thank you for joining us and sharing this fantastic review.

Gregory_B

Nov 2022

The SOB bridge, turtle rock, tunnel and the beautiful scenery also the train ride was awesome thank you!!!!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Glad you enjoyed some of the train's classic highlights! Thank you for joining us.