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Verde Canyon Railroad: Luxury 4-Hour Scenic Journey
4.6
2,191 Ratings
Clarkdale
Embark on a 4-hour train trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad, traversing the pristine and untouched Verde Valley. From the comfort of luxurious seats, savor snacks and Champagne while feasting your eyes on the natural beauty of Arizona, abundant wildlife, and ancient artifacts from the Sinagua inhabitants who once resided in the region.
Embark on a 4-hour train trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad, traversing the pristine and untouched Verde Valley. From the comfort of luxurious seats, savor snacks and Champagne while feasting your eyes on the natural beauty of Arizona, abundant wildlife, and ancient artifacts from the Sinagua inhabitants who once resided in the region.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 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…
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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.
- S O B Canyon - 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!
- 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.
What's Included
- Appetizers
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- On-board restrooms
- Champagne toast
- Appetizers
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- On-board restrooms
- Champagne toast
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Pets are not allowed on train
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Pets are not allowed on train
Additional Information
- 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
- 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
Location
Verde Canyon Railroad
North Broadway
Departure Point: Verde Canyon Railroad Train Depot in Clarkdale, Arizona
Address: 300 North Broadway
Clarkdale, Arizona 86324
Directions: From Phoenix: Allow 2 hours for the drive
• Take I-17 north to exit 287 (Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale). Turn left (west) over the freeway on Hwy 260.
• Stay on Hwy 260 for approximately 14 miles to the fifth traffic light. Turn left at light. This is Main Street (historic 89A).
• Drive through Old Town Cottonwood, past the turnoff for Tuzigoot National Monument until you see a sign on the corner that says “Verde Canyon Railroad.”
• Bear right onto Broadway, cross the one-lane bridge and park in the designated parking across the street from the depot.
From Sedona: Allow 40 minutes for the drive.
• Go southwest toward Cottonwood on Hwy 89A to Cornville Road/Mingus Avenue.
• Turn right on Mingus Avenue and proceed west 1.8 miles to North Main Street (Historic 89A).
• Turn right and continue on Main Street through Old Town Cottonwood, past the turnoff for Tuzigoot National Monument until you see a sign on the corner that says “Verde Canyon Railroad.”
• Bear right onto Broadway, cross the one-lane bridge and park in the designated parking across the street from the depot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(2191 Ratings)
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Darlene_t
Dec 18, 2024
It was very enjoyable!... - It was very enjoyable! Everyone was professional and friendly. It was so clean and neat from our arrival at the Depot, restrooms, train cars including the bathroom. These were all decorated for Christmas which made it even more appealing.Food and drinks were delicious.
We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone .
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Michael_c
Dec 18, 2024
First Class - Everything is first class! Lunch was more than adequate. Had a burger and could only eat half. Everything is clean and neat.
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Stephanie_a
Dec 17, 2024
Absolutely beautiful!... - Absolutely beautiful! Parking/finding the entrance was easy, package included lunch, small bottle of champagne, 2 small bottles of water, and some snacks. Also, had unlimited access to and from an outside cart during the ride which was fantastic!
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Dona_g
Dec 17, 2024
Beautiful scenery.... - Beautiful scenery. Friendly, informative guides. Great food- come hungry. Comfortable seating. Friendly passengers. Clean. Fun!
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439reneel
Dec 16, 2024
December trip - The views were amazing and the staff were pleasant and accommodating. Comfortable cabin and the Champagne and snacks were filling. Highly recommend this tour!
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Shelly_s
Dec 15, 2024
Awesome train ride! - It was well organized, a good value for the money and beautiful scenery. We also loved our tour guide/server Shea. She was the best about getting us anything we needed, was fun and very knowledgeable. She pointed things out for us, told us about the history and let us know in advance of picture taking opportunities.
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Dawn_b
Dec 15, 2024
Beautiful train ride through the canyon - It was a really beautiful ride through the canyons of the verde valley and Sedona. Following the Verde River through the canyon gave breathtaking views and spectacular photo opportunities. The couches we sat on were comfortable and the service was top notch.
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Abensfield
Dec 13, 2024
Excellent way to spend... - Excellent way to spend the day with family or friends. Food was great and the drinks were fantastic! High recommend this calming and relaxing train ride. Also we loved the music!
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Joel_g
Dec 17, 2024
December 2024 - People very friendly. You get an appetizer plate with some meat, cheese, flatbread,grapes, brownie bites, champagne (or cider) and water. A bartender will sell drinks and snacks. View is outstanding. Train has narrated tape and train related music. Some passengers believe you need to hear their conversation.
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769francescao
Dec 15, 2024
Loved it … just too long - Loved it but 1 1/2 hrs too long. People were falling asleep going back. Informative via recoding which was nice. Comfortable seating. Great service in the car and beautiful
Scenery all along the route. Met some great people during the ride too which was a plus. Nice store at the station and places to sit outside. Restrooms good. Bar if you want alcohol.
The parking lot was big and well managed. The place was clean and very well kept. I’m glad I took this train ride but recommend you be prepared for feeling it’s a bout an hour or so too long as far as myself and others commented. The food on board was ok but not great and you can’t bring your own food but they give you water and a small of champagne and there a bar on the train as well as at the station.
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