Overview

See Arizona from a perspective that few visitors experience aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad. Glide through the beautiful wilderness of the American Southwest near Sedona. Ride in a vintage train car or open-air viewing car to get a great perspective on the region’s natural and cultural treasures. See ancient cliff dwellings, historic mining sites, and more as your train cruises along a route that follows the Verde River.

Soak in unobstructed views of the Arizona desert and Verde River

Look for Sinagua cliff dwellings, old mining sites, and native wildlife such as bald eagles or antelope

Ride in a vintage train car with air-conditioning or head to the open-air platform car

Enjoy an included pre-departure lunch before setting off

What's Included

• Champagne toast
• Appetizers
• Restroom on board
• Bottled water
• Lunch AT TRAIN DEPOT - All tickets include Cafe Voucher To be redeemed a minimum of 1 hour prior to train ride.
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Pets are not allowed on train

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Verde Canyon Railroad

300 N Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324, USA

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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.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Board a vintage train car and relax on your way through the wilderness on the Verde Canyon Railroad. As you travel back in time on this century-old route, admire the views from the open-air platform of your train. Take the opportunity to spot ancient cliff dwellings, old mining sites, and various wildlife, including bald eagles and antelope, throughout the journey.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Infants must sit on laps

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate

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.

Boarding starts 15 minutes prior to departure time.

Passengers must check-in a minimum of 1 hour prior to departure time.

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.